Poulan 178108 manual

O WNER'S MANU AL MODEL: PRK17G42STB LA WN TRA CT OR Alwa ys W ear Ey e Protection During Operation W ARNING: Read this Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. IMPOR T ANT MANU AL Do Not Thr ow A wa y 178108 1.10.01 RD Printed in U.S.A.[...]

2 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY RULES I . GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machin[...]

3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ...................................................... 2 - 3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................... 4, 1 4 - 1 7 ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 6 - 8 OPERATION ...........................................[...]

4 PRODUCT SPECIFICA TIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY 2.00 GALLONS AND TYPE: UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (API-SF-SJ): SAE 10W-30 (above 32 ° F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32 ° F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: 4.5 W/O FILTER: 4.0 SPARK PLUG: CHAMPION RC12YC (GAP: .030") GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: 1st 1.2 2nd 1. 5 3rd 2.4 4th 3.5 5th 4.8 6th 5.3 REVERSE: 1.5 TIRE PRESS[...]

5 (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) Lock washer 3/8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft 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 (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use CO[...]

6 ASSEMBL Y T OOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife (2) 9/16" wrench Tire pressure gauge Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel). T O [...]

7 ASSEMBL Y FIG. 2 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Roll tractor forward off skid. [...]

8 ASSEMBL Y CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been completed. No remaining loose parts in carton. Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour[...]

9 OPERA TION 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 HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUTCH ENGAGED MOWER LIFT DAN[...]

10 OPERA TION KNO W Y OUR TRA CT OR 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. Save this manual for future reference. ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER : Used to engage the mower blades, or other attach[...]

11 NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause “ browning ” of grass. To eliminate this possibility, always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas. CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; t[...]

12 • Select desired height of cut. • Lower mower with attachment lift control. • Start mower blades by engaging attachment clutch control. • TO STOP MOWER BLADES - disengage attachment clutch control. CAUTION: Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher, on mowers so equipped, or the deflector shield in place. TO OPERAT[...]

13 OPERA TION MO WING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the 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 that has been cut. Have the cut area to the r[...]

14 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C 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 Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPL[...]

15 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES FIG. 12 FIG. 11 BATTERY Your tractor has a battery charging system which is suffi- cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery 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 amp[...]

16 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours and replace if necessary. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. TRANSAXLE COOLING Keep transaxle free from build-up of dirt and chaff which can restrict cooling. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use high quality detergent oil[...]

17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc. • Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax. We do not recommend using a garden hose to clean your tractor unless the electrical system, muffler, air filter and c[...]

18 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: 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 “ OFF ” and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts [...]

19 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 20 and 21) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SURE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO- SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front i[...]

20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS IDLER PULLEYS MANDREL PULLEYS FIG. 22 TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 22) 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 REMOVE MOWER ” in this section of this manual). • Work belt [...]

21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly section of this manual. FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on y[...]

22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL NEGATIVE TERMINAL POSITIVE TERMINAL CHARGED BATTERY CABLES CHASSIS FIG. 27 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 securely back into the hole in the backside of the gri[...]

23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CABLE CLAMP SCREW SPEED CONTROL BRACKET THROTTLE LEVER FIG. 31 ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows: • W[...]

24 ST ORA GE 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. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. TRA CT OR Remove mower from tr[...]

25 TR OUBLESHOO TING 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/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel fil[...]

26 TR OUBLESHOO TING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1 . Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves seat corrected, contact an authorized service center/ with attachment clutch department. engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Re[...]

27 TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB SCHEMA TIC 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) SOL[...]

28 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 12 12 11 10 8 2 1 27 D . C . A M P E R E S 45 16 22 21 52 16 81 81 81[...]

29 KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 144925 Battery 12 Volt 25 Amp 2 74760412 B olt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 1 6 161343 Switch Interlock 2 1 166181 Harness Socket Light 2 2 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 2 4 4799J Cable Battery 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire 2 6 175158 Fuse 2 7 73510400 Nut Keps Hex 1/4-20 Unc[...]

30 58 207 20 207 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 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES[...]

31 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 1 0 72140608 B olt Carriage 3/8-16 x 1 1 1 155927 Panel Dash Lh 1 2 145660 C lip Tinnerman 1 3 172108 Panel Dash Rh 14 1749060[...]

32 66 29 28 112 14 41 42 40 38 42 39 57 51 74 75 78 76 77 1 25 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 212 55 63 116 70 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 82 145 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 69 197 6 170 REP AIR P AR TS TR[...]

33 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB DRIVE KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KE Y PART NO. N O. DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) 2 146682 S p r i n g R e t urn Brake T/a Zinc 3 123666X P ulley Transaxle 18" tires 4 12000028 Ring Retainer # 5100-62 5 121520X St[...]

34 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 29 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB STEERING ASSEMBL Y[...]

35 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB STEERING ASSEMBL Y KEY P AR T N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 172393 A x l e A s m C a s t I r o n L T 3 169840 S p i n d l e Asm LH 4 169839 S p i n d l e Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 Ring Klip #t5304-75 10 [...]

36 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB SEA T ASSEMBL Y 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 B olt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1 4 19131610 W asher 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In 6 73800600 N u t Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 124181X Spring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17000616 Screw 3/8-16 X 1.5 9 19131614 Washer 1[...]

37 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 10 3 16 9 1 59192 Cap Valve Tire 2 65139 Stem Valve 3 170455 Tire F Ts 15 X [...]

38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 104 104 3 14 38 15 16 81 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 77 4 80 101 13 23 45 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB ENGINE[...]

39 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB ENGINE 1 170805 Control Th/ch Flag 2 17720410 S crew Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x5/8 T 3 - - - - - - - - Engine, Kohler CV 490 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 159420 Muffler Exhaust 1 3 12-041-03 G asket Muffler 1 4 148456 Tube Drain Oil Easy 1 6 11050600 Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3/8 2 3 169837[...]

40 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB MO WER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 35 54 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 59 19 4 3 5 6 21 40 143 36 40 37 40 159 61 149 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 90 90 91 92 93 94 93 92 95 113 117 116 118 119 114 115 112 [...]

41 KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION KEY P ART N O . NO . DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460X421 B racket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M R etainer Spring 6 130832 A r m , S u s pension, Rear 8 850857 Bolt 3/8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 9 10030600 Washer, Lock 1 0 14[...]

42 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 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB MO WER LIFT[...]

43 REP AIR P AR TS TRA CT OR - - MODEL NUMBER PRK17G42STB MO WER LIFT 1 159460 W ire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 W asher 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 125631X Grip Handle 8 170770 B u t t o n P l unger Yellow 1 1 139865 Li[...]

44 SER VICE NO TES[...]

45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacin[...]

46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SER SER SER SER SER VICE VICE VICE VICE VICE POLICY W W W W W ARRANTY ARRANTY ARRANTY ARRANTY ARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER TRAIN COMPONENTS A. Products Warranted Peerless Gear and Machine Division of Tecumseh Products Company ( “ Tecumseh ?[...]

47 15 ° MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY 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 (not greater than 15 ° ), never across the face. Make turns gradu- ally to[...]

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. 2. Consult the yellow pages of your phone directo[...]