Page 2 - SAFETY RULES
2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manualand on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with theinstructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,which could be picked up...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; WARNING
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4MAINTENANCE ................................................... 4, 15-18ASSEMBLY .................................................................
Page 4 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
4 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to giveyou the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easilyremedy, please contact your nearest authorized servicecenter/department. We have compe...
Page 5 - Steering Wheel; UNASSEMBLED HARDWARE
5 (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Steering WheelAdapter (1) Knob (1) Washer 17/32 x 1-3/16 x 12 Gauge Seat (2) Keys Keys Slope Sheet (2) Mulcher Blades Blades (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 UNASSEMBL...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTON; UNPACK CARTON; HOW TO SET UP YOUR TRACTOR
6 FIG. 2 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 gaugePliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it meanswhen you are in the operating p...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST; CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) OVER TEMP LIGHT KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE F...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
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 ...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR
11 OPERATION NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases maycause “browning” of grass. To eliminate this possibility,always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com-pletely, as described abov...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE ON HILLS
12 OPERATION ATTACHMENTCLUTCH LEVER"DISENGAGED"POSITION ATTACHMENTLIFT LEVERHIGH POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION L O WPOSITION FIG. 7 DEFLECTORSHIELD TO OPERATE ON HILLS WARNING: Do not drive up or down hillswith slopes greater than 15° and do notdrive across any slope. • Choose the slow...
Page 13 - MOWING TIPS; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
13 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...
Page 14 - MULCHING MOWING TIPS
14 FIG. 9 MULCHING MOWING TIPS IMPORTANT: FOR BEST PERFORMANCE, KEEP MOWER H 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...
Page 15 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; LUBRICATION CHART; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
15 MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that havebeen subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receivefull value from the warranty, operator must maintain tractoras instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically top...
Page 16 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BATTERY
16 MAINTENANCE 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 this manual). TI...
Page 17 - CLEAN AIR SCREEN; TRANSAXLE COOLING; ENGINE; LUBRICATION; CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS
17 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to preventengine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush orcompressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. MAINTENANCE V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours ofoperation and replace if ...
Page 18 - MUFFLER; CLEANING; ENGINE OIL FILTER
18 MAINTENANCE 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 type and gap sett...
Page 19 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
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...
Page 20 - TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING
20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" TRUNNION "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 19 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 20 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 19 and 20) I M P O R T A N T : D E C K M U S T B E L E V E L S I D E - T O - S I D E . I F T H E F O L L O W I N G F R O N T - T O - B A...
Page 22 - TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT
22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 25 TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig.25) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allowwheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do notlose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in rear whee...
Page 24 - TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB; INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS
24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 SWIVEL CLAMPSCREW STOP ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE(See Fig. 30) The throttle control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment asdescribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment isnecessary, proceed as f...
Page 25 - TO ADJUST CARBURETOR
25 FIG. 31 CLAMP SCREW SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 31) The choke control has been preset at the factory andadjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment asdescribed below before loosening cable. If adjustment isnecessary, proceed as follows:• With engine not runn...
Page 26 - STORAGE; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
26 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. WARNING: 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...
Page 27 - TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS
27 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...
Page 29 - SCHEMATIC
29 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SCHEMATIC 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) GROUNDIN...
Page 30 - REPAIR PARTS; ELECTRICAL
30 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 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 22 21 52 16
Page 32 - CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES
32 26 25 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 3 37 24 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 161 14 38 14 206 212 159 3 115 3 142 211 114 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 CHASSIS AND ENC...
Page 34 - DRIVE
34 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 48 150 151 202 49 47 50 120 21 8 10 156 165 168 166 163 14 159 161 198 158 164 83 162 169 89 197 6 ...
Page 36 - STEERING ASSEMBLY
36 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 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 STEERING ASSEMBLY
Page 38 - SEAT ASSEMBLY
38 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc 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 C...
Page 39 - DECALS
39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 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 1 5...
Page 42 - MOWER DECK
42 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 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 40 159 1...
Page 44 - MOWER LIFT
44 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STB, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 MOWER LIFT
Page 46 - NOTES
Page 49 - LIMITED WARRANTY
49 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...
Page 50 - SERVICE; POLICY; WARRANTY; LIMITED WARRANTIES; A. Products Warranted; C. Securing Warranty Service
50 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SERVICE POLICY WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company (“Tecumseh”), subject to the limitations contai...
Page 51 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION
51 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD A LONG DOTT ED LIN E THIS IS A 15 D EGREE SLOP E 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 52 - FOR SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT PARTS:; PARTS AND SERVICE
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....
