Page 1: ...PK20H42YT LAWN TRACTOR WARNING Read this Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our webs...
Page 2: ...off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machi...
Page 3: ...with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening atall times until fueling is complete Do not use a...
Page 4: ...le you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for an...
Page 5: ...t 1 Large Flat _ e_eve 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x 1 1 4 1 Hex nut 1 2 20 4 Retainer S prings 4 Locknut 3 8 16 4 Shoulder Bolt Seat 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Knob I_ Key 2 Keys Slope Sheet Gauge Wh...
Page 6: ...ng sleeve over the steering shaft Position steering wheel so cross bars are horizontal left to right and slide onto steering wheel adapter Secure steering wheel to steering shaft with Iocknut and larg...
Page 7: ...ea in front of tractor is clear of other people and objects Be sure all the above assembly steps have been com pleted Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Place freewheel control in...
Page 8: ...s properly prepared and charged Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the fa...
Page 9: ...to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION A...
Page 10: ...IFT LEVER Used to raise and lower the mower deck or other attachments mounted to your tractor CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutching and brak ing the tractor and starting the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL...
Page 11: ...TCH BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED ENGINE Move throttle control between half and full speed fast position NOTE Failure to move throttle control between half and full speed fast position before stopping may...
Page 12: ...ontrol CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher on mowers so equipped or the deflector shield in place POSITION _ LOW POSITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SWITCH DISENGAGED _ _ P...
Page 13: ...il for easier starting See OIL VISCOSITY CHART in the Maintenance section of this manual To change engine oil see the Maintenance section in this manual ADD GASOLINE Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler...
Page 14: ...e pedal Move motion control lever to full forward position and hold for five 5 seconds Move lever to full reverse position and hold for five 5 seconds Repeat this procedure three 3 times NOTE During t...
Page 15: ...ted 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 S...
Page 16: ...erator to shift into reverse should shut off the engine When the engine is running with the ignition switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch en gaged any attempt by the operator to shi...
Page 17: ...on while engine is running or while the transmission is hot To prevent pos sible damage to seals do not use high pressure water or steam to clean transaxle Inspect cooling fan to be sure fan blades ar...
Page 18: ...100 hours in one year MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester if equipped as it could create a fire hazard and or dam age SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of e...
Page 19: ...nks from deck by removing retainer springs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tractor IMPORTANT Ifan attachment other than the mower deck is to be mounted on the trac...
Page 20: ...directly in front and behind the mandrel at bottom edge of mower housing as shown Before making any necessary adjustments check that both front links are equal in length If links are not equal in leng...
Page 21: ...YOUR NEAREST AUTHO RIZED SERVICE CENTER DEPARTMENT FIG 22 TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT See Fig 23 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation gui...
Page 22: ...VE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 25 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 re...
Page 23: ...ght wire connector Stand in front of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure HOOD HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR KEPS NUT TERMINAL ACCESS DO...
Page 24: ...SSENTIALFUELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCEINDICATESTHAT ALCOHOLBLENDEDFUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHI...
Page 25: ...el filter 5 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline 6 Check all wiring 7 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 8 Contact an authorized service center department 1 D...
Page 26: ...bent or loose blade 3 Replace idler pulley 4 Replace blade mandrel Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Mower drive belt worn Blades improperly installed Improper blades used Clogged mower d...
Page 27: ...for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained...
Page 28: ...SERVICE NOTES 28...
Page 29: ...GREES MAX 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in t...
Page 30: ...umber b Description of part For Techical Assistance call 1 800 829 5886 For a Parts Manual go to our website www poulan pro com support asp NOTE Electrolux Home Products provides parts and service thr...
