Poulan PRO PPR2042STB - Manuals

5 UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Keys Slope Sheet (2) Mulcher Blades Blades (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Steering Extension Shaft (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-...

6 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed.(2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 3/4" wrench Tire pressure gauge PliersWhen right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it meanswhen you are in the operating position...

8 ASSEMBLY 3 CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC-TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THEBEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THISQUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: ✓ All assembly instructions have been completed. ✓ No remaining loose parts in carton. ✓ Bat...

9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE CLUTCH LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PARKING BRAKE LOCKED ...

10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Savethis manual for future reference. FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to the ...

11 OPERATION NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gasesmay cause “browning” of grass. To eliminate thispossibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor ongrass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described above...

12 ATTACHMENTCLUTCH LEVER"DISENGAGED"POSITION ATTACHMENTLIFT LEVERHIGH POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION L O WPOSITION FIG. 8 DEFLECTORSHIELD TO OPERATE ON HILLS CAUTION: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope. • Choose the slowest speed ...

13 OPERATION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL • The engine in your tractor has been shipped, from thefactory, already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on level ground. • Remove oil fill cap/dipstick and wipe clean, reinsert thedipstick and screw cap tig...

14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowingperformance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” inthe Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive so that clippings are discharged onto the area thathas been cu...

15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T RAC T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Termina...

16 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte-nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance athigh speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted.(See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustmentssection of th...

17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours ofoperation and replace if necessary. The belts are notadjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which canrestrict cool...

18 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (ifequipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowingseason or after every 100 hours of operation, whicheveroccurs first. Spark plug typ...

19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and r...

20 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 21) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools.Park the tractor on level surface. Engage parking brake. BELT REMOVAL• Remove mower from tractor (See “TO REMOVEMOWER” in this section of this manual). • Work belt off both mandrel pulleys and ...

21 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRALADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 24) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift leveris in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is presetat the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed asfollows:• Make sure transaxle is in neutral (N). NOTE:...

23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB • Raise hood. • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securelyback into the hole in the backside of the grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may c...

24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of theseason or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor withgasoline in the tank inside a buildingwhere fumes may reach an open flameor spark. Allow the engine to coolbefore storing in an...

25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air filter. 5. Clean/r...

27 BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITCH (NOT OCCUPIED) GROUNDING CONNECTOR ATT'MENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENOID...

28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 90 30 8 2 1 27 D.C . A MP ER ES 45 16 16 22 21 52

29 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 176689 Box Battery Fender 16 176138 Switch Interlock 21 175685 Harness Socket Light with 415J 22 4152J Bulb, Light # ...

30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 CHASSIS 58 219 20 219 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 37 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 3 3 3 115 3 142 211 114 18 14 14 38 38 212 206 159

32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 DRIVE 29 28 112 14 41 38 39 57 51 74 75 78 76 77 1 25 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 59 212 55 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 85 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 85 80 4 3 13 81 84 82 64 65 145 79 16 96 26 27 51 48 150 151 ...

34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 STEERING ASSEMBLY 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 12 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82

36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In 6 73800600 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spring Sea...

37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 0 3 1 6 9...

38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 11 6 5 12 13 26 25 17 3 16 17 81 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 4 8 23 45 14 38 41 112 40 27 7

40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR2042 (PPR2042STB), PRODUCT NO. 954 56 84-41 MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 1...

45 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SERVICE P O L I C Y WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted P e e r l e s s G e a r a n d M a c h i n e D i v i s i o n o f T e c u m s e h P r o d u c t s C o m p a ...

46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects inmaterials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we willrepair or replace, at our option, withou...

47 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes great...

Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase....