Page 2 - I. GENERAL OPERATION; SAFETY RULES; SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the in struc tions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be pick...
Page 3 - WARNING
3 WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci - den tal starting when setting up, trans- port ing, ad just ing or making repairs, al ways dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug. WARNING: Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor. WARNING...
Page 4 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS; CONGRATULATIONS; CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Gasoline Capacity 3.5 Gallons and Type: Unleaded Regular Oil Type(API-SF-SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30(below 32°F) Oil Capacity: W/ Filter: 4.0 Pints W/O Filter: 3.75 Pints Spark Plug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .040") Ground Speed(MPH): Forward: 0 – 5.5 Reverse: 0 – 2.4...
Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS; Steering Wheel; Steering
5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Mulch Blades (2) Keys Slope Sheet Steering Adapter (1) Oil Drain Tube (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (4) Washers 3/8 x 3/4 x 14 Ga. (4) Wheels (4) Adjusting Ba...
Page 6 - TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; ASSEMBLY; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
6 Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness...
Page 7 - TO DRIVE TRAC
7 ASSEMBLY FIG. 3 02466 02464 SEAT PAN SHOULDER BOLT ADJUSTMENT KNOB FLAT WASHER SEAT INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob.• Remove adjustment knob and fl at washer securing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for assembly of seat to tractor. • Pivot seat upwar...
Page 8 - TO SET UP YOUR MOWER FOR MULCH ING; CHECKLIST
8 FIG. 5 ASSEMBLY 02114 DEFLECTORSHIELD LATCHHOOKS MULCHER PLATE IMPORTANT: FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE MULCHER PLATE WAS PREATTACHED TO YOUR MOWER. THE MULCHER PLATE MUST ONLY BE USED WITH THE MULCHING BLADES THAT CAME PACKED SEPARATELY IN THE CARTON. YOUR MOWER CAME FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH HIGH PERFO...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their mean-ing. OPERATION DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FOR...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
10 AMPS 60 0 60 02636 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 ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. FIG. 6 Our tr...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR; TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD
11 OPERATION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- plete ly, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL (See Fig. 7) Always operate engine at full throttle.• Operating engine at less than full throttle reduces the battery charging r...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS; NOTE
12 OPERATION LOWPOSITION TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 9) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will shut off the engine. You must remain fully and centrally positioned i...
Page 13 - BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 OPERATION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 6) When starting the engine for the fi rst time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move fuel from the tank to the engine.• Be sure freewheel control is in the transmission en gaged position. • Sit on seat in operating posi...
Page 14 - PURGE TRANSMISSION; MOWING TIPS
14 OPERATION FIG. 11 00272 PURGE TRANSMISSION CAUTION: Never engage or disengage freewheel lever while the engine is run- ning. To ensure proper operation and performance, it is rec om -mend ed that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the fi rst time. This procedure will remove a...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE; LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE
15 BEFORE EACH USE T R A C 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 Terminals FILL IN DATESAS YOU C...
Page 16 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION
16 MAINTENANCE TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any main- te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Ad just ments section of this manu...
Page 17 - CLEAN AIR SCREEN; ENGINE; LUBRICATION
17 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine dam age from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to re move dirt and stubborn dried gum fi bers. TRANSAXLE COOLING The transmission fan and cooling fi ns should be kept clean to assure...
Page 18 - MUFFLER; CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS; CLEANING
18 MAINTENANCE MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffl er and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fi re hazard and/or dam-age. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs fi rst. Spark plug type and g...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRACTOR FIG. 18 01 698 RETAINER SPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) RE TAIN ER SPRINGS(BOTH SIDES) ELECTRIC CLUTCHPULLEY FRONT LINK SUS PEN SION ARMS RETAINER SPRING ANTI-SWAY BAR TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig. 18) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor.• Place attachmen...
Page 20 - TO CHECK AND ADJUST BRAKE
20 01156 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NOTE : Each full turn of adjustment nut will change mower height about 1/8".• Recheck measurements after adjusting. 00598 GROUND LINE BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND FIG. 19 01553 SUS PEN SION ARM LIFT LINK ADJUSTMENT NUT FIG. 20 BOTTOM EDGE OF MOWER TO GROUND A A...
Page 21 - TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/E PLACE MENT; TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
21 02537 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 25) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on bottom side of left footrest. BELT REMOVAL -• Remove mower (See “TO RE MOVE MOWER” in this section of ma...
Page 22 - TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB
22 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS(See Fig. 26) • Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble.• On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle. Insert square ke...
Page 23 - TO REPLACE FUSE; TO AD
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 02141 HOOD HEADLIGHTWIRECONNECTOR FIG. 29 TO REPLACE FUSE Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash. TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 29) • Raise hood.• Unsnap headlight wire connector.• Stand in front of tracto...
Page 24 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open fl ame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stor...
Page 25 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS; PROBLEM
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 fl ooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air fi lter. 5. Clean...
Page 27 - SCHEMATIC
27 BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK WHITE RED BLACK STARTER M CLUTCH / BRAKE (PEDAL UP) SOLENOID BLACK WIRING INSULATED CLIPS NOTE: IF WIRING INSULATED CLIPS WERE REMOVED FOR SERVICING OF UNIT, THEY SHOULD BE REPLACED ...
Page 28 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
28 28 29 26 24 42 43 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 50 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ELECTRICAL 22 79 21 81 D.C . A MP ER ES 45 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 55 52 16
Page 30 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 64 209 158 74 30 159 209 13 209 31 1 9 157 156 10 26 144 26 10 3 3 3 142 3 3 3 142 143 60 17 29 145 18 166 37 37 209 11 209 209 20 59 28 166 166 154 209 166 155 166 209 54 58 54 14 14 38 38 213 214 3 ...
Page 32 - DRIVE
32 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 DRIVE 29 28 30 52 32 37 53 35 55 36 62 35 36 22 34 16 1 77 77 241 32 30 52 57 25 19 24 26 26 76 78 75 74 27 26 59 19 219 221 221 220 222 221 19 51 51 271 19 19 6 231 239 33 239 238 52 237 233 240 232 241 235 242 221 274 224...
Page 34 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
34 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 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 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 38 12 39 1 41 42 37 36 37 steering_pl.lt_35
Page 36 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 ENGINE 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 32 31 34 33 37 33 39 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 14 38 engine-bs intek-twin_28
Page 38 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
38 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 171684 Seat2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 7203 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 14 19131610 Washer Flat 13/32 x 1 x 10 Ga.5 145006 Clip Push-In6 73800600 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi8 17000616 Screw ...
Page 39 - DECALS
39 10 3 16 9 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 170455 Tire F T 15 x 6 0 - 6 Service4 59904 Tube Front (Service Item Only) 5 106732X421 Rim Asm 6" front Service6 278H Fitting Grease (Front Wheel Only) 7 9040H Bearing Flange (Fron...
Page 40 - MOWER LIFT
40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - MODEL NUMBER PR20PH42STD, PRODUCT NO. 954 56 78-33 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 3132 3132 19 19 13 13 13 13 49 lift-rh.1pc.stlt_1
Page 42 - MOWER DECK
42 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 184 45 144 54 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 61 149 118 136 21 139 2 119 117 116 5 21 134 21 5 134 135 136 116 113 117 119 118 2 140 138 113 3 129 92 131 130 92 42_D.elec....
Page 44 - SERVICE NOTES
Page 46 - LIMITED WARRANTY
46 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi-als and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, w...
Page 47 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
47 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALO NG DO TTED LIN E THIS IS A 15 D EGREE SLO PE 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 mowslopes gr...
Page 48 - FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS:; local dealer for updated in for ma tion and as sis tance.; PARTS AND SERVICE
Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly en gi neered and carefully manu fac tured to rigid quality stan dards. 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 purc...
