Poulan Pro XT24H42YT Operator'S Manual Download Page 10

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OPERATION

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 ad just ments.  
Save this manual for future reference.

Our tractors conform to the safety standards of the American National Standards Institute. 

ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER

 - Used to en gage the 

mower blades or other attachments mounted to your trac-
 tor.

ATTACHMENT LIFT 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.

CHOKE CONTROL

 - Used when starting a cold engine.

FREEWHEEL CONTROL

 - Disengages transmission for 

pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off.

HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT KNOB

 - Used to adjust the mow er 

cutting height. 

LIFT LEVER 
PLUNGER

ATTACHMENT 
LIFT LEVER

PARKING 
BRAKE

IGNITION
SWITCH

THROTTLECONTROL

ROS "ON" POSITION

MOTION 
CONTROL
LEVER

CLUTCH/BRAKE
PEDAL

FIG. 4

FREE WHEEL 
CONTROL

AT TACH MENT 
CLUTCH LEVER

IGNITION SWITCH

 - Used for starting and stopping the 

engine.

LIGHT SWITCH 

- Turns the headlights on and off.

LIFT LEVER PLUNGER

 - Used to release attachment lift 

lever when changing its position.  

PARKING BRAKE

 - Locks clutch/brake pedal into the 

brake position.

MOTION CONTROL LEVER

 - Selects the speed and 

di rec tion of tractor.

THROTTLE CONTROL

 - 

 

Used to control engine speed.

REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) “ON”  POSI-
TION -

 Allows operation of mower deck or other powered 

attachment while in reverse.

LIGHT SWITCH

CHOKE CONTROL

HEIGHT AD JUST MENT KNOB

Summary of Contents for XT24H42YT

Page 1: ...E PROTECTION DURING OPERATION Visit our website www poulan pro com WARNING Read this Manual and follow allWarnings and Safety Instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury IMPORTANT MANUA...

Page 2: ...arking 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 removing the...

Page 3: ...towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equip ment...

Page 4: ...ions will enable 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...

Page 5: ...ering Wheel Steering Wheel Insert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Adapter Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge Steering Sleeve 1 Hex Bolt 1 4 28 x...

Page 6: ...d Place seat on seat pan so head of shoulder bolt is positioned over large slotted hole in pan Push down on seat to engage shoulder bolt in slot and pull seat towards rear of tractor Pivot seat and pa...

Page 7: ...e been com pleted Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline Place freewheel control in transmission engaged position see TO TRANSPORT in Operation section of this manual Sit on seat in o...

Page 8: ...Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely All tires are properly inflated For shipping purposes the tires were overinflated at the factory Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side to side...

Page 9: ...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 hazard which if not av...

Page 10: ...cold engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off HEIGHTADJUSTMENTKNOB Usedtoadjustthemower cutting height LIFT LEVER PLUNGER ATTACHMEN...

Page 11: ...5 The cutting height is controlled by turning the height ad justment knob in desired direction Turn knob clockwise to raise cutting height Turn knob counterclockwise to lower cutting height The cutti...

Page 12: ...ITION 01423 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS See Fig 6 Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position Gauge wheels the...

Page 13: ...engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur Transmission Engaged Transmission Disengaged Avoid stopping or changing speed on hills If slowing is necessary mov...

Page 14: ...s NOTE During this procedure there will be no movement of drive wheels The air is being removed from hydraulic drive system Move motion control lever to neutral N position Shut off engine and set park...

Page 15: ...high ambient temperatures 2 Service more often when operating in dirty or dusty conditions E N G I N E Replace Oil Filter If equipped Check Transaxle Cooling Check V Belts Replace Fuel Filter 3 2 2 2...

Page 16: ...IFICATIONS section of this manual Keep tires free of gasoline oil or insect control chemi cals which can harm rubber Avoid stumps stones deep ruts sharp objects and other hazards that may cause tire d...

Page 17: ...O CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 12 and 13 Determine temperature range expected before oil change All oil must meet API service classification SG SL Be sure tractor is on level surface Oil will drain more...

Page 18: ...sion will shorten the useful life of your tractor Use compressed air or a leaf blower to remove grass leaves and trash from tractor and mower CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and...

Page 19: ...ng slide collar off and push housing guide out of bracket Disconnect anti swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retai...

Page 20: ...h other If adjustment is necessary make adjustment on one side of mower only To raise one side of mower tighten lift link adjustment nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjust...

Page 21: ...nut A Engage transmission by placing freewheel control in transmission engaged position Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is st...

Page 22: ...ly charged battery RED cable last from both batteries TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGN MENT If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal left to right whenwheelsarepositionedstraightforward removestee...

Page 23: ...ntrol has been preset at the factory and ad justment should not be necessary If adjustment is neces sary see engne manual TO ADJUST CARBURETOR Your carburetor is not adjustable If your engine does not...

Page 24: ...UEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH...

Page 25: ...gnition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center department E...

Page 26: ...pressure 5 Check tires for proper air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 6 Replace sharpen blade Tighten blade bolt 7 Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower 7 Clean underside of mower housing...

Page 27: ...sed 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 maintai...

Page 28: ...28 SERVICE NOTES...

Page 29: ...he face Do not mow slopes 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 li...

Page 30: ...n 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 through its authorize...

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