Poulan Pro PP19A42 Lawn Mower Tractor Operators Manual

Poulan Pro PP19A42 Lawn Mower Tractor

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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.

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers

DANGER: 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.

WARNING:

• In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it can not contact spark plug.
• Do not coast down a hill in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
• Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with the specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
• Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

CHILDREN

WARNING! CHILDREN CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED BY THIS EQUIPMENT. Carefully read and follow all of the safety instructions below.

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if a child enters the area.
• Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children.
• Never carry children, even with the blades shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Use extreme caution when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

SUPPORT / HELP

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UNASSEMBLED PARTS

ASSEMBLY

Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory except those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.

TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY

A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.

1. 1/2″ wrench
2. 7/16″ wrenches
3. Tire pressure gauge
4. Utility knife
5. Pliers

When the right or left hand is mentioned in this manual, it means when you are in the operating position (seated behind the steering wheel).

TO REMOVE THE TRACTOR FROM CARTON UNPACK THE CARTON

• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from the carton.
• Cut along dotted lines on all four panels of the carton. Remove end panels and lay side panels flat.
• Check for any additional loose parts or cartons and remove them.

BEFORE REMOVING TRACTOR FROM SKID

CONNECT BATTERY

NOTE: If this battery is put into service after the month and year indicated on the label (the label is located between terminals) charge the battery for a minimum of one hour at 6-10 amps. (See “BATTERY” in the Maintenance section of this manual for charging instructions.)

• Determine battery location. The battery location will be under the seat or the hood.
• Lift the seat pan or hood to a raised position.
• Remove two terminal caps and discard.
• First, connect the RED battery cable to the positive (+) terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal.
• Connect the BLACK grounding cable to the negative (-) terminal with the remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely.
• Lower seat pan or hood.

NOTE: For battery installation see “REPLACING BATTERY” in the Service and Adjustments section in this manual.

ADJUST SEAT

• Raise the seat and loosen the adjustment knob/bolt (A).
• Lower the seat into the operating position and sit in the seat.
• Slide seat until a comfortable position is reached which allows you to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down.
• Get off the seat without moving its adjusted position.
• Raise the seat and tighten the adjustment knob/bolt securely.

NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Continue using the instructions that follow to remove the tractor from the skid.

WARNING: Before starting, read, understand, and follow all instructions in the Operation section of this manual. Ensure the tractor is in a well-ventilated area. Ensure the area in front of the tractor is clear of other people and objects.

TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID

• Raise the attachment lift lever to its highest position.
• Release the parking brake by depressing the clutch/brake pedal.
• Place the gearshift lever in a neutral position.
• Roll tractor forward off skid.
• Remove the banding holding the deflector shield up against the tractor.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

• The tires on your tractor were over-inflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for the best cutting performance. Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

• For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR THE PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

• See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is operating properly. See “TO CHECK BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

OPERATION

These symbols may appear on your tractor or in the literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.

Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury or death. The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety information about hazards that can result in death, serious injury, and/or property damage.

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 adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

MAINTENANCE

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain the tractor as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor.

At least once a season, check to see if you should make any of the adjustments described in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

• At least once a year you should replace the spark plug, clean or replace the air filter, and check blades and belts for wear. A new spark plug and a clean air filter ensure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.

BEFORE EACH USE

• Check engine oil level.
• Check brake operation.
• Check tire pressure.
• Check operator presence and ROS systems for proper operation.
• Check for loose fasteners.

LUBRICATION CHART

1. General Purpose Grease
2. Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OIL OR GREASE THE PIVOT POINTS THAT HAVE SPECIAL NYLON BEARINGS. VISCOUS LUBRICANTS WILL ATTRACT DUST AND DIRT THAT WILL SHORTEN THE LIFE OF THE SELF-LUBRICATING BEARINGS. IF YOU FEEL THEY MUST BE LUBRICATED, USE ONLY A DRY, POWDERED GRAPHITE-TYPE LUBRICANT SPARINGLY.

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TO REMOVE MOWER

• Place the attachment clutch in the “DISENGAGED” position.
• Lower the attachment lift lever to its lowest position.
• Remove the mower belt from the engine pulley (M).
• Remove the retainer spring (K), and slide collar (L) off, and push the housing guide (P) out of the bracket.
• Remove clutch cable spring (Q) from idler arm (R).
• Disconnect the front link (E) from the mower – remove the retainer spring and washer.
• Go to either side of the mower and disconnect the mower suspension arm (A) from the chassis and rear lift link (C) from the rear mower bracket (D) – remove retainer springs and washers.
• Go to the other side of the mower and disconnect the suspension arm and rear lift link.
• Slide the mower out from under the right side of the tractor.

1. ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS – Position the hole in arm over pin (B) on the outside of the tractor chassis and secure it with a retainer spring. Repeat on the opposite side of the tractor.
2. ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C) – Lift a rear corner of the mower and position the slot in the link assembly over pin (D) on the rear mower bracket and secure it with a washer and retainer spring. Repeat on the opposite side of the tractor.
3. ATTACH FRONT LINK (E) – Work from the left side of the tractor. Insert rod end of link assembly through front hole in tractor front suspension bracket (F). Insert the end of the link (E) into the hole in the front mower bracket and secure it with a washer and retainer spring (J).
4. Hook the end of the clutch cable spring (Q) into the hole in the idler arm (R). Push clutch cable housing guide (P) into the bracket, slide collar (L) onto the GUI, de and secure with retainer spring (K). Install belt on engine pulley (M).

TROUBLESHOOTING

SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION

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