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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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:  align grooves in rear wheel hub 

and axle.  Insert square key.

•      Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in 

axle groove.

•      Replace axle cover.

NOTE: 

To seal tire punctures and prevent fl at tires due to 

slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local 
parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and 
corrosion.

FIG. 24

RE TAIN ING 
RING

WASH ERS

SQUARE KEY (REAR 
WHEEL ONLY)

AXLE COVER

TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY 
(See Fig. 25) 

WARNING

:

  Lead-acid batteries gen-

 er ate ex plo sive gases.  Keep sparks, 
fl ame and smoking ma te ri als away from 
bat ter ies.  Always wear eye pro tec tion 
when around batteries.

If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it should be 
recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the MAINTENANCE sec-
 tion of this man u al).
If “jumper ca bles” are used for emer gen cy starting, follow 
this pro ce dure:

IMPORTANT

:  YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT 

SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT 
SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START 
OTHER VEHICLES. 

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -
 •     Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE 

(+) terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to 
short against tractor chassis.

  •       Connect one end of the BLACK ca ble to the NEGA TIVE 

(-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

 •     Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good 

chassis ground,  away from fuel tank and bat tery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -
 •     BLACK cable fi rst from chassis and then from the fully 

charged battery.

 •     RED cable last from both batteries.

TO AD 

JUST STEER 

ING WHEEL  ALIGN-

 MENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) 
when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer-
 ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly 
section of this manual.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER

The front wheel toe-in and camber are not adjustable on 
your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel 
toe-in or camber, contact your nearest authorized service 
center/department. 

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or 
replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation and 
before operating the tractor.  See “PURGE TRANS MIS SION” 
in the Operation section of this manual.

ADJUSTMENT 
BOLT

FIG. 23

NEUTRAL 
LOCK GATE

MOTION CONTROL 
LEVER

TRANSAXLE  MOTION CONTROL LE 

VER 

NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23)

The motion control lever has been pre set at the factory and 
adjustment should not be necessary.
•      Loosen adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel, 

and lightly tighten.

•         Start engine and move motion control lever until tractor 

does not move forward or backward.

•        

Hold motion control lever in that position and turn engine 
off.

•      While holding motion control lever in place, loosen the 

adjustment bolt.

•      Move motion control lever to the neutral (N) (lock gate) 

position.

•      Tighten adjustment bolt securely.

NOTE:  

If additional clearance is needed to get to ad just ment 

bolt, move mower deck height to the lowest position.
After above adjustment is made, if the tractor still creeps 
forward or backward while motion control lever is in neutral 
position, follow these steps:
•      Loosen the adjustment bolt.
•     Move the motion control lever 1/4  to 1/2 inch in the 

direction it is trying to creep.

•      Tighten adjustment bolt securely.
•      Start engine and test.
•     If tractor still creeps, repeat above steps until satis-

fi ed.

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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