Poulan Pro PR725Y22RHP User Manual

Grass catcher 1. Cutting height too low. 1. Raise cutting height.
not filling 2. Lift on blade worn off. 2. Replace blade.
(If so equipped) 3. Catcher not venting air. 3. Clean grass catcher.
Hard to push 1. Grass is too high or wheel 1. Raise cutting height.
height is too low.
2. Rear of lawn mower 2. Raise rear of lawn mower
housing or cutting blade housing one (1) setting
dragging in grass. higher.
3. Grass catcher too full. 3. Empty grass catcher.
4. Handle height position not 4. Adjust handle height to suit.
right for you.
Loss of drive 1. Belt wear. 1. Check/replace drive belt.
or slowing of 2. Belt off of pulley. 2. Check/reinstall drive belt.
drive speed 3. Drive cable worn or broken. 3. Replace drive cable.
4. “Loose” drive control system. 4. Adjust drive control.
PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION
See appropriate section in manual unless directed to an authorized
Service Center.
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Poulan Pro PR725Y22RHP Specifications

General

Brand	Poulan Pro
Model	PR725Y22RHP
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Troubleshooting Continued

Grass Catcher Not Filling

Addresses issues with the grass catcher not filling correctly.

Hard to Push

Details causes and solutions for a mower that is difficult to push.

Loss of Drive or Slowing of Drive Speed

Covers problems related to the mower's self-propulsion system.

Safety Rules

I. Children

Safety precautions regarding children and mower operation.

III. Slope Operation

Safety precautions for operating the mower on slopes.

V. General Service

Safety recommendations for performing maintenance and service.

II. General Operation

Safety guidelines for operating the lawn mower.

IV. Safe Handling of Gasoline

Guidelines for safe handling and storage of gasoline.

Troubleshooting

Does Not Start

Lists common causes and corrections for engine starting failures.

Loss of Power

Explains reasons for reduced engine power and how to fix them.

Poor Cut – Uneven

Addresses issues causing an uneven or poor quality cut.

Excessive Vibration

Identifies causes for abnormal mower vibration.

Starter Rope Hard to Pull

Provides solutions for a stiff or difficult starter rope.

Assembly

How to Set Up Your Mower

Install Starter Rope

To Prepare Battery (Electric Start Models Only)

Instructions for charging the battery for electric start models.

Assemble Grass Catcher (Rear Discharge Mowers Only)

Service and Adjustments

To Replace Drive Belt

Step-by-step guide for replacing the drive belt.

Lawn Mower

To Adjust Cutting Height

Procedures for adjusting the mower's cutting height.

To Adjust Handle

Steps for adjusting the operator handle height.

Operation

Engine Speed Control

How to control engine speed using the throttle.

"Side Discharge Only" Mowers

"Multi-Cut" Mowers

Simple Steps to Remember When Converting Your "Multi-Cut" Lawn Mower:

To Start Engine

Step-by-step guide to starting the lawn mower engine.

Operator Presence Control Bar (All Models)

Explanation of the operator presence control bar.

"Vari-Speed" Drive Control

How to engage and use the Vari-Speed drive control.

Models with Remote Throttle

To Convert Mower

Before Starting Engine

Preparatory steps before starting the engine.

Drive Control

Explanation of how to control the mower's drive system.

For Mulching Mowers Only - Mulching Mowing Tips

Tips for optimal mulching operation.

Fill Engine with Oil

Instructions for filling the engine with oil.

"Standard" Drive Control

How to engage and use the standard drive control.

All Models

Fill Gasoline Tank

Procedures for filling the fuel tank.

"Dual Bail" Drive Control

How to engage and use the dual bail drive control.

To Stop Engine

How to safely stop the lawn mower engine.

"Autowalk" Drive Control

How to engage and use the Autowalk drive control.

Maintenance

Blades with Round Hole:

In-Line Fuel Filter (Kohler or B&S Pro / Endurance Engines Only)

Blades with "Star" Hole:

Spark Plug

Lawn Mower Maintenance

Blade Care

Instructions for blade sharpening and replacement.

To Remove Blade

To Replace Blade

Maintenance Schedule

Before Each Use

Checks to perform before each use of the mower.

Lubrication