Manual Poulan PR17542STC

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    02478 OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR17542STC LA WN TRACT OR Always W ear Eye Protection During Operation WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. IMPOR T ANT MANUAL Do Not Thr ow A way 183384 3.18.02 RD Printed in U.S.A. ...

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    2 I. GENERAL OPERATION • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade. • Be sure the ...

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    3 Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers SAFETY RULES • Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. • Never carry ...

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    4 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department. We have competent, well-trained tech- nicians and the proper ...

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    5 (1) Large Flat Washer 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 Blades (1) Hex Bolt 1/4-28 x 1-1/4 (1) Locknut 1/4-28 (1) Locknut 1/2-20 (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use UNASSEMBLED HARDW ARE ...

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    6 ASSEMBL Y TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBL Y A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 7/16" wrenches Utility knife (1) 3/4" 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 R ...

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    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. ...

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    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. (Mi ...

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    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 CLUTCH LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT DIFFERENTIAL LOCK PARKING BRAKE LOCKED UNLOCKED REVERSE NEUTRAL HIGH LOW ATTACHMENT CLUT ...

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    10 OPERA TION 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. Save this manual for future reference. FIG. 5 Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National S ...

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    11 OPERA TION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or per ...

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    12 OPERA TION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION LOW POSITION FIG. 7 DEFLECTOR SHIELD TO OPERATE ON HILLS 3/8 WASHER 3/8-16 LOCKNUT GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET SHOULDER BOLT GAUGE WHEEL • To restart movement, slowly release parking brake and clutch/brake pedal. ...

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    13 OPERA TION MOWING 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 right of ...

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    14 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFO R E EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil (with oil filter) Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark Plug Check Battery Level Check Tire Pressure Clean Battery and Terminals FILL IN DATES AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR SERV ...

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    15 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO SHARPEN BLADE (See Fig. 11) NOTE: We do not recommend sharpening blade - but if you do, be sure the blade is balanced. Care should be taken to keep the blade balanced. An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibration and even- tual damage to mower and engine. • The blade can be sharpened with a file or on a grin ...

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    16 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not adj ...

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    17 CUST OMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PRODUCT SPEC ...

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    18 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SQUARE HOLE TRACT OR TO REMOVE MOWER (SEE FIG. 15) Mower will be easier to remove from the right side of tractor. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Move attachment lift lever forward to lower mower to its lowest position. • Roll belt off engine pulley. • Remove small retainer spring, and l ...

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    19 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" TRUNNION "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 18 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 19 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) 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 LEVE ...

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    20 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 1-1/2" NUT "A" OPERATING ARM JAM NUT FIG. 21 FIG. 22 WITH PARKING BRAKE "ENGAGED" TO ADJUST BRAKE (See Fig. 21) Your tractor is equipped with an adjustable brake system which is mounted on the right side of the transaxle. If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed ...

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    21 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 24 RETAINING RING WASHERS SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) AXLE COVER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 24) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains a square key - Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: a ...

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    22 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 grill. • Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop ru ...

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    23 SER VICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 FIG. 29 CLAMP SCREW SWIVEL CLAMP SCREW STOP ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 29) 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: • With engine ...

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    24 ST ORAGE 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. TRACT OR Remove mower from trac ...

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    25 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/replace air filter. 6. Dirty fuel filter. 6 ...

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    26 TROUBLESHOOTING 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 corrected, contact an authorized service center/ seat with attachment department. clutch engaged Poor cut - uneven 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Repla ...

  • Poulan PR17542STC - page 27

    27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SCHEMA TIC BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS NON-REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS 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'ME ...

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    28 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, 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 M P E R E S 45 16 22 21 52 16 ...

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    29 KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 144927 Battery 12 Volt 35 Amp 2 74760412 B ol t Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 176689 Battery Box 1 6 176138 S w i tch Interlock Push-In 2 1 175685 H arness Socket Light 2 2 4152J Bu l b , L i g h t # 1156 2 4 4799J Cable Battery 2 5 146147 Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w/16 wire 2 6 175158 Fuse 2 7 73510400 N u t Keps He ...

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    30 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 18 14 38 14 206 212 159 3 115 3 142 211 114 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES ...

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    31 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 174619 C hassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 5 155272 B u m per Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 1 0 72140608 B o l t C a rriage 3/8-16 x 1 1 1 174996 Panel Dash Lh 1 2 145660 C l i p T i nner ...

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    32 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 6 170 66 56 63 116 70 69 26 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - ...

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    33 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DRIVE KEY P AR T N O . N O . 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 u r n B r a k e T / a Z i n c 3 123666X P u l l e y T r ansaxle 18" tires 4 1 ...

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    34 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 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 STEERING ASSEMBL Y ...

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    35 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 STEERING ASSEMBL Y KEY P ART N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 180656 W heel Steering 2 172393 A x l e A s m Cast Iron LT 3 169840 S pindle Asm LH 4 169839 S pindle Asm RH 5 6266H B earing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X W asher 25/32 X 1-5/8 X 16 Ga 8 12000029 R ing Klip #t530 ...

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    36 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 SEA T ASSEMBL Y 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 B o l t F i n Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1 4 19131610 W asher 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 C lip Push-In 6 73800600 N u t H e x w / I n s . 3 / 8 - 1 6 U n c 7 124181X S pring Seat Cprsn 2 250 Blk Zi 8 17 ...

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    37 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 10 3 16 9 1 59192 C a p V alve Tire 2 65139 S ...

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    38 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 41 112 40 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ENGINE ...

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    39 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 ENGINE 1 170771 Control Th/ch Flag 2 17720408 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20x1/2 3 - - - - - - - - Engine, Briggs Model 445777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 149723 M uffler Exhaust 5 159955 E x haust Tube LH 6 160589 Exhaust Tube RH 8 171877 B olt 5/16-18 UNC x ...

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    40 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, 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 40 159 152 151 153 154 157 158 67 153 156 155 132 91 94 ...

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    41 KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION KEY P AR T N O . N O . DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 M o w e r D eck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 B o l t 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460 B r acket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M R e t a i n e r Sp r i n g 6 178024 B a r Sway Deck 8 850857 B o l t 3 / 8-24 x 25 Grade 8 patched 9 10030600 W asher ...

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    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 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49 26 50 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 MOWER LIFT ...

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    43 REP AIR P ARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR17542STC, PRODUCT NUMBER 954 56 78-26 MOWER LIFT 1 159460 W i r e Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X P i n G roove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E R i n g #5133-62 5 19211621 W asher 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing Nylon Blk 629 Id 7 125631X Gr i p Handle 8 170770 B u t t ...

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    44 NOTES ...

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    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 ...

  • Poulan PR17542STC - page 46

    46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® POLICY 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 contained below, will,at its option, repair or replace, without ch ...

  • Poulan PR17542STC - page 47

    47 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE 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 mow slopes greater than 15 degrees. Make turns gradually to preven ...

  • Poulan PR17542STC - page 48

    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 ...

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