Page 1: ...H42YT 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 website...
Page 2: ...lades 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 machine re...
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 at alltimes until fueling is complete Do not use a...
Page 4: ...BILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age sections of this owner s ma...
Page 5: ...ed position If this battery is put into service after month and year indicated on label label located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in the Maintenan...
Page 6: ...erate your tractor check to see that the brake is operating properly See TO CHECK BRAKE in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRACTOR WE WISH TOAS...
Page 7: ...ld result in serious injury or death The safety alert symbol is used to identify safety inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a ha...
Page 8: ...and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER Used to engag...
Page 9: ...is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility al ways stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas I CAUTION Always s...
Page 10: ...mance grass over 6 inches in height should be mowed twice Make the first cut relatively high the second to desired height TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 9 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they...
Page 11: ...e than two 2 MPH To reengage transmission reverse above procedure NOTE To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor on a truck or a trailer be sure hood is closed and secured to tractor...
Page 12: ...rt the engine and allow it to warm up for one minute using the choke as described above COLD WEATHER STARTING 50 F and below When engine starts allow engine to run with the throttle control inthe chok...
Page 13: ...rm cutting When mowing large areas start by turning to the right so that clippings will discharge away from shrubs fences driveways etc After one or two rounds mow in the opposite direction making lef...
Page 14: ...s tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustm...
Page 15: ...ion and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator 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 at...
Page 16: ...of operation or at least once a year if the tractor is not used for 50 hours in one year Check the crankcase oil level before starting the engine and after each eight 8 hours of operation TO CHANGE E...
Page 17: ...w to carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sec tions Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there...
Page 18: ...ve retainer springs and washers Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link I _ CAUTION After rear lift links are dis _r_ connected the attachment lift leverwill A_...
Page 19: ...to think the mower is not adjusted properly VISUAL SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 22 With all tires properly inflated and if your lawn appears unevenly cut determine which side of mower is cutting lo...
Page 20: ...2 lower than the rear tip go to the front of tractor With an 11 16 or adjustable wrench loosen jam nut A several turns to clear adjustment nut B With a 3 4 or adjustable wrench turn front link adjust...
Page 21: ...r Carefully remove belt upwards from transmission input pulley and over cooling fan blades D 4 Remove belt downward from engine pulley E 5 Slide belt toward rear of tractor off the steering plate F an...
Page 22: ...assis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tank and battery TO REMOVE...
Page 23: ...GRILL ASSEMBLY See Fig 31 Raise hood Unsnap headlight wire connector Stand infront of tractor Grasp hood at sides tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor To replace reverse above procedure _HOOD HE...
Page 24: ...TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOIS...
Page 25: ...ce air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Replace fuet filter 5 Empty fuel tank and refill tank with fresh clean gasoline 6 Check all wiring 7 See To Adjust Carburetor in Serv...
Page 26: ...Worn 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 mow...
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: ...s greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hol...
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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...
