Poulan-pro PB20H42YT LAWN TRACTOR User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUALMODEL:PB20H42YTLAWN TRACTORALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATIONVisit our website: www.poulanpro.com WARNING:Read this M

10Fig. 8TO ADJUST MOWER CUT TING HEIGHT (See Fig. 8)The po si tion of the at tach ment lift le ver (A) de ter mines the cut ting height.• Put attachm

11TO OPERATE MOWERYour tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with the engine ru

12NOTE: Before starting, read the warm and cold starting procedures below.• Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to “START” position and

13PURGE TRANSMISSIONCAUTION: Never engage or disengage the freewheel lever while the engine is run ning.To ensure proper operation and performance, i

14➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRONT WHEEL BE

15BATTERYYour tractor has a battery charging system which is suf fi cient for normal use. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotiv

16AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual.MUFF

17IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to c

18WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Place motio

19SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest

2SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersDANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS.

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary

21Fig. 32TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surfac

22FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBERThe front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe-

23TO 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 holde

24Immediately 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

25PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation secti

26PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety presence control

2715 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE

28LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materi-als an

3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the

4Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons/11,3and Type: Unleaded RegularOil Type SAE 30 (above 32°F/0°C)(API SG-SL): SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F/0°C)Oil Capacity:

5UNASSEMBLED PARTSFig. 1TO REMOVE TRACTOR FROM CARTONUNPACK CARTON• Remove all accessible loose parts and parts cartons from carton.• Cut along dot

6NOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start ing, read

7These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET A

8KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to famili

9 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