Poulan PRO PRK17H42STA - Manuals

5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lockwasher 3/8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Mulch Blades (2) Keys Slope Sheet SteeringExtensionShaft S...

6 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standardwrench sizes are listed.(1) 3/4" Socket w/drive ratchet Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrenches Tire pressure gauge (2) 1/2" wrenches Phillips Screwdriver When right or left hand is mentioned in this m...

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: 3 All assembly instructions have been completed. 3 No remaining loose parts in carton. 3 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 LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL ...

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. Our tractors conform to the safety ...

11 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which canresult in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operatingyour tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide visionsafety mask over spectacles or...

12 OPERATION 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 before starting up or downhills. • Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills. • If slowing is necessary, move throttle control lever toslow...

13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine hasrun out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuelfrom the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission engagedposition. • Sit on seat in operating position,...

14 FIG. 10 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWERH O U S I N G F R E E O F B U I L T - U P G R A S S A N D T R A S H .C L E A N A F T E R E A C H U S E . • The special mulching blade will recut the grass clippingsmany times and reduce them in size so that as they fallonto t...

15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T RAC T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean B...

16 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi-cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of thebattery with an automotive charger will extend its life.• Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Keep small vent holes open. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes...

17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API serviceclassification SF-SJ. Select the oil’s SAE viscosity gradeaccording to your expected operating temperature. FIG. 14 NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30 etc.)improve starting in cold...

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 TRACTOR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 17) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to itslowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small ...

21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1-9/16" WITH PARKING BRAKE “ENGAGED” JAM NUT DO NOT TOUCH THIS NUT. IF FURTHER BRAKE ADJUST-MENT IS NECESSARY CONTACT YOUR NEARESTAUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT OPERATINGARM N U T“ A ” FIG. 23 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT(See Fig. 24) Park the tractor on level su...

22 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 cause your tractor to run...

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 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/replace air filter. 6. D...

27 87 87A 85 86 30 RELAY WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FORSERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED TOPROPERLY SECURE YOUR WIRING. NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BATTERY RED BLACK M SOLENOID A AMMETER RED RED RED RED RED WHITE WHITE WHITE BLACK...

28 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 D.C . A MP ER ES 45 16 16 22 21 52 81 81 81

29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ELECTRICAL KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 144925 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 16 161343 Switch Interlock 21 166181 Harness Socket Light 22 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146147 Cable Batter...

30 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA CHASSIS 26 25 58 207 20 207 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 3 37 24 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 18 14 38 14 206 212 159

32 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA DRIVE 66 29 28 32 30 52 32 59 42 38 61 41 42 40 53 35 55 36 42 62 35 36 22 39 34 16 1 77 77 30 52 56 64 65 212 63 116 70 57 96 26 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 15 37 51 51 27 51 48 151 202 49 47 50 120 81 156 166 165 82 168 163 14 164 21 8 10 83 159 161 198...

34 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 22 5 5 87 87 4 3 43 6 43 8 18 19 27 62 23 11 40 66 25 79 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 46 46 8 6 2 1 41 17 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 80 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 29

36 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 ...

38 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 105 105 3 16 81 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 40 77 4 80 101 13 23 45 14 38

40 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA 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 35 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 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 40 159 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 1...

42 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17H42STA MOWER LIFT 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49

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° MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITHSKY LINE OR TREE. CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES THIS IS A 15 ° SLOPE SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (notgreater than 15°), never a...

Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid qualitystandards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary duringthe life of your unit. FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS: 1. Consult your dealer/place of purchase. 2...