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Poulan Pro PR16H42STA User Manual

Poulan Pro PR16H42STA
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IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away
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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL:
PR16H42STA
LAWN TRACTOR
WARNING:
Read this Owner's Manual and follow
all Warnings and Safety Instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious
injury.
ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION DURING OPERATION
279840 PR16H42STA
173298 Rev. 1 2.10.00 TR/MH
Printed in U.S.A.
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Poulan Pro PR16H42STA Specifications

General IconGeneral
EngineBriggs & Stratton
TransmissionAutomatic
Deck MaterialSteel
Weight450 lbs
Engine Type4-Cycle
Engine Displacement500 cc
Cutting Height Positions6
Drive SystemRear-Wheel Drive
Speed SettingsVariable
Warranty2 years
Fuel Capacity1.5 gal
Cutting Height1.5 to 4 inches
Fuel Tank Capacity1.5 gal

Summary

Safety Rules

General Operation Safety

General safety advice for operating the mower.

Slope Operation Safety

Safety precautions for operating on slopes.

Child Safety

Safety guidelines regarding children.

Service Safety

Safety advice related to servicing the mower.

Product Specifications

Customer Responsibilities

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of required maintenance tasks.

General Recommendations

General advice for maintaining the tractor.

Tractor Responsibilities

Responsibilities related to the tractor itself.

Brake Operation Responsibilities

Responsibilities regarding brake system.

Tire Responsibilities

Responsibilities concerning tire maintenance.

Operator Presence System

Responsibilities for the safety interlock system.

Blade Care

General advice on mower blade maintenance.

Blade Removal

Procedure for removing mower blades.

Sharpening Blades

Instructions for sharpening mower blades.

Battery Responsibilities

Responsibilities related to the tractor battery.

Cleaning Battery and Terminals

How to clean the battery and terminals.

V-Belt Maintenance

Maintenance of V-belts.

Transaxle Cooling

Maintaining the transaxle cooling system.

Transaxle Pump Fluid

Information on transaxle fluid.

Engine General Information

General engine information.

Engine Lubrication

Engine lubrication guidelines.

Changing Engine Oil

Procedure to change engine oil.

Cleaning Air Screen

How to clean the engine air screen.

Air Filter Maintenance

Maintenance and servicing of the air filter.

Cleaning Air Intake/Cooling Areas

Keeping engine cooling areas clean.

Engine Oil Filter Replacement

Procedure for replacing the engine oil filter.

Muffler Inspection

Inspection of the muffler.

Spark Plug Maintenance

Maintenance of spark plugs.

In-Line Fuel Filter Replacement

Procedure for replacing the fuel filter.

General Cleaning

General cleaning of the tractor.

Assembly Instructions

Tools Required for Assembly

Lists necessary tools for assembly.

Removing Tractor from Carton

Instructions for unpacking the tractor.

Attaching the Steering Wheel

Steps for attaching the steering wheel.

Setting Up Your Tractor

General setup procedures for the tractor.

Checking the Battery

Instructions for checking and charging the battery.

Installing the Seat

Steps to install the tractor seat.

Rolling Tractor Off Skid

Procedure for removing tractor from skid by rolling.

Driving Tractor Off Skid

Procedure for removing tractor from skid by driving.

Setting Up Mower for Mulching

Instructions for setting up the mower for mulching.

Installing Mulcher Plate

Steps to install the mulcher plate.

Converting to Bagging or Discharging

How to switch between mulching and bagging/discharging.

Checking Tire Pressure

Procedure to check tire pressure.

Checking Deck Levelness

Instructions to ensure the mower deck is level.

Checking Belt Position

Verifying belt routing.

Checking Brake System

How to check the tractor's brake system.

Final Assembly Checklist

A pre-operation checklist.

Operation Guide

Know Your Tractor

Familiarization with tractor controls and features.

How to Use Your Tractor

General guidance on operating the tractor.

Setting the Parking Brake

Procedure for engaging the parking brake.

Stopping Procedures

Instructions for stopping the mower blades and engine.

Using the Throttle Control

How to operate the throttle control.

Moving Forward and Backward

Instructions for driving the tractor.

Adjusting Mower Cutting Height

Steps to adjust the cutting height.

Adjusting Gauge Wheels

How to adjust the mower deck gauge wheels.

Operating the Mower

Steps to start and operate the mower blades.

Operating on Hills

Safety and operational guidelines for slopes.

Transporting the Tractor

Instructions for transporting the tractor.

Towing Carts and Attachments

Advice on towing attachments.

Before Starting the Engine

Preparatory checks before engine startup.

Checking Engine Oil Level

Procedure to check the engine oil level.

Adding Gasoline

Instructions for adding fuel.

Starting the Engine

Steps for starting the engine.

Purging the Transmission

Procedure to purge the transmission.

Mowing Tips

General advice for effective mowing.

Mulching Mowing Tips

Specific advice for mulching.

Service and Adjustments

Tractor Service and Adjustments

General service and adjustments for the tractor.

Removing the Mower

Procedure for removing the mower deck.

Leveling Mower Housing

Steps to level the mower deck housing.

Side-to-Side Adjustment

How to adjust the mower deck side-to-side.

Front-to-Back Adjustment

How to adjust mower deck front-to-back level.

Replacing Mower Blade Drive Belt

Procedure to replace the mower blade drive belt.

Adjusting the Brake

How to adjust the tractor's brake system.

Replacing Motion Drive Belt

Procedure to replace the motion drive belt.

Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment

Adjusting the neutral position of the motion control lever.

Transmission Removal/Replacement

Information on transmission service.

Adjusting Steering Wheel Alignment

How to adjust steering wheel alignment.

Front Wheel Toe-In Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting front wheel toe-in.

Starting Engine with Weak Battery

Procedure for starting with a weak battery.

Attaching Jumper Cables

Steps for connecting jumper cables.

Removing Jumper Cables

Steps for disconnecting jumper cables.

Replacing the Battery

Procedure for replacing the tractor battery.

Replacing Headlight Bulb

Procedure to replace a headlight bulb.

Interlocks and Relays

Troubleshooting wiring for interlocks and relays.

Replacing the Fuse

Procedure to replace the tractor fuse.

Removing Hood and Grill Assembly

Steps to remove the hood and grill.

Engine Adjustments

Engine adjustments.

Adjusting Throttle Control Cable

How to adjust the throttle control cable.

Carburetor Adjustment

Information on carburetor adjustment.

Storage Instructions

Tractor Storage

Storing the tractor for the season.

Battery Storage

Battery care during storage.

Engine Storage Preparation

Engine preparation for storage.

Fuel System Storage Preparation

Fuel system preparation for storage.

Engine Oil for Storage

Engine oil change before storage.

Cylinder Storage Preparation

Cylinder preparation for storage.

Other Storage Considerations

Other storage considerations.

Troubleshooting Points

Repair Parts

Schematic Diagram

Wiring diagram for the tractor.

Electrical Components

Diagram of electrical components.

Chassis Components

Diagram of tractor chassis components.

Drive System Components

Diagram of drive system components.

Steering Assembly Parts

Diagram of steering assembly parts.

Seat Assembly Parts

Diagram of seat assembly parts.

Decals

Diagram and list of decals.

Wheels and Tires

Diagram and list of wheels and tires.

Engine Components

Diagram of engine components.

Mower Deck Components

Diagram of mower deck components.

Limited Warranty

Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes

Parts and Service Information

For Service or Replacement Parts

Instructions on how to get service or parts.

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