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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

MODEL:

HDK19H42

960160004

LAWN TRACTOR

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION

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WARNING:

Read this Man u al and follow all Warnings and
Safety Instructions. Fail ure to do so can re sult
in serious in ju ry.

IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away

197788 02.18.05 TR

Printed in U.S.A.

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Summary of Contents for 960160004

Page 1: ...R EYE 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 M...

Page 2: ...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 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: ...hould not be used on or near any unimprovedforest covered brush coveredorgrass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws...

Page 5: ...Steering Wheel Insert 1 Large Flat Washer Steering Boot Seat 2 Keys Slope Sheet Key 1 Oil Drain Tube 1 Knob 1 Washer 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge 1 Hex Bolt 5 16 18 x 4 1 5 16 Lock Washer Steering Exten...

Page 6: ...L STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Remove steering wheel adapter from steering wheel and slide adapter onto steering shaft extension Position s...

Page 7: ...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 operati...

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: ...tor and starting the engine FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushing or slowly towing the tractor with the engine off LIFT LEVER PLUNGER Used to release attachment lift lever when changin...

Page 11: ...key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use choke to stop engine IMPORTANT LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD 0...

Page 12: ...tch control TO STOP MOWER BLADES disengage attachment clutch control CAUTION Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher onmowerssoequipped orthedeflector shield in place REVERSE...

Page 13: ...l tank or permanent damage may occur BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the factory already filled with summer weight oil Check engine o...

Page 14: ...set Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position See TOTRANSPORT in this section of manual Sitting in the tractor seat start engine After the engine is running move th...

Page 15: ...n 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...

Page 16: ...CIFICATIONS 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...

Page 17: ...until bright Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly Reinstall battery See REPLACING BATTERY in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL See Figs 12 and 13 Determi...

Page 18: ...mpressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions See Engine Manual...

Page 19: ...swaybar from chassis bracket by re moving retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer springs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer springs...

Page 20: ...nt nut on that side To lower one side of mower loosen lift link adjustment nut on that side NOTE Threefullturnsofadjustmentnutwillchangemower height about 1 8 Recheck measurements after adjusting FRON...

Page 21: ...E Depress clutch brake pedal all the way down and en gage parking brake Measure distance between brake operating arm and nut A on brake rod If distance is other than 1 9 16 loosen jam nut and turn nut...

Page 22: ...not to short against tractor chassis ConnectoneendoftheBLACKcabletotheNEGATIVE terminal C of fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable D to good chassis ground away from fuel tan...

Page 23: ...tall new battery with terminals in same position as old battery First connect RED battery cable to positive terminal with hex bolt and keps nut as shown Tighten securely Slide terminal cover over term...

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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