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IMPORTANT MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PP19A42
LAWN TRACTOR
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
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Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty.
115 78 27-24 Rev. 2
Do Not Throw Away
WARNING:
Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings
and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can
re sult in serious in ju ry.
05.25.16 BD
Printed in the U.S.A.
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- Page 1 Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings MODEL: and Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult in serious in ju ry. PP19A42 LAWN TRACTOR ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website: www.poulanpro.com Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. WARNING: In order to prevent ac ci den tal •... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. SLOPE OPERATION • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. • Allow engine to cool before refueling. WARNING! When loading or unloading • Never fuel the machine indoors. this machine, do not exceed the maximum •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons/11,35 L Regular Unleaded and type: Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C) -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys Slope Sheet Battery (2) Hex Bolts (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Nut Keps Key(s) ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY NOTE: If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label (label is located between terminals) A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. - Page 6 ASSEMBLY ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) CHECK DECK LEVELNESS • Raise seat and loosen adjustment knob/bolt (A). For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER” in the Service and • Lower seat into operating position and sit in seat. Adjustments section of this manual.
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Page 7: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH CHOKE FAST SLOW IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE ENGINE ENGINE DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH/ PARKING MOWER MOWER START LOCK BRAKE PEDAL BRAKE HEIGHT LIFT... - Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'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.
- Page 9 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any adjustments or repairs. We rec om mend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or stan dard safety glasses.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 8) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will cutting height.
- Page 11 OPERATION WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en- TOWING CARTS & OTHER AT TACH MENTS gaged while mowing is strongly discouraged. Turning the Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and ROS "ON", to allow reverse operation with the attachment comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- clutch engaged, should only be done when the operator tor.
- Page 12 OPERATION MOWING TIPS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine • DO NOT use tire chains when the mower hous ing is has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move attached to tractor.
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Page 13: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE EACH SEASON STORAGE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence and ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Clean Debris off Steering Plate Check Mower Levelness... -
Page 14: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. - Page 15 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED POSITION TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE DRAIN The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid main te-...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM (See Fig. 18) CLEANING Debris may clog the engine's air cooling system. Remove • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign blower housing and clean the area shown to prevent over- matter. heating and engine damage. •...
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Page 17: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •... - Page 18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. Ensure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appear- FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 31) (See Fig. 32) The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 33) TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 34) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen er ate wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do ex plo sive gases.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 35) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 36) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- • Raise hood. nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Unsnap headlight wire connector. object to contact both terminals at the •...
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Page 23: Storage
STORAGE ENGINE 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. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 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. - Page 25 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ run when operator department. leaves seat with attachment clutch CAUTION: DO NOT operate machine until engaged problem is corrected.
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