Poulan Pro 917.279720, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... MODEL 917 279720 LAWN TRACTOR _k 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 279720 166737 Rev 1 01 20 99 JH Printed in U S A ...

Page 2: ...s er embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the machine by puttingyour loot on the ground Oo not use grass catcher on steep slopes III CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children...

Page 3: ...mer Responsibili ties and Storage sections of this owner s manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS HORSEPOWER 17 0 GASOLINE CAPACITY 2 0 GALLONS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE API S F SG SH SAE 30 above 32 F SAE 5W 30 below 32 F OIL CAPACITY W FILTER 3 5 PINTS W O FILTER 3 0 PINTS SPARK PLUG CHAMPION RC12YC 3AP 030 VALVE CLEARANCE INTAKE 003 005 EXHAUST 005 007 GROUND SPEED MPH Forward 0 5 5 Reverse 0 2...

Page 4: ...e of the original sale Battery must be maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished 4 The Warranty period for any products used for rental or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original pumhase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and main tained in accordance with the instructions furnished This Warranty ...

Page 5: ...her 17 32 x 1 3 16 x 12 Gauge i 1 Shoulder Bolt 5 16 18 1 Knob J 2 Washers 17 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga _ _ 2 Hex Bolts 3 8 16 x 1 2 Nylon Locknuts 3 8 16 Seat Steering Wheel Nose Roller Steerinc Boot Manual Pa_s Bag Parts bag contents not shown full size Steering Wheel 2 Keys Adapter Steering Wheel Insed Steering Extension Shaft Slope Sheet _ Nose Roller _ _ _ Brackets ...

Page 6: ...d lower shafts and install 5 16 hex bolt and Iocknut Tighten securely IMPORTANT TIGHTEN BOLT AND NUT SECURELYTO 18 22 FT LBS TORQUE Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in dash and push down to secure INSTALL STEERING WHEEL Position front wheels of the tractor so they are pointing straight forward Slide steering wheel adapter onto steering shaft exten sion Position steering wheel and sleeve ...

Page 7: ...nt bolt Iockwasher and flatwasher loosely Do not tighten Lower seat into operating position and sit on seat Slide seat untila comfortable positionis reached which allows you to press clutch brake pedal all the way down Get off seat without moving itsadjusted position Raise seat and tighten adjustment bolt securely SEAT SEAT PAN BOLT ADJUSTMENT KNOB LARGEFLAT WASHER FIG 3 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The fi...

Page 8: ...eck mowerand drive belts Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all Pelt keepers Check wiring See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in drive position WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT ITEMS Engine oil is at proper level Fuel tank is filled w...

Page 9: ...ARD FAST SLOW WARNING A ENG NEON ENG NEOFF OIL PRESSURE L G TSO OVFE_EMP T FUEL CHOKE MOWER HEIGHT PARKING BRAKE UNLOCKED MOWER LIFT LOCKED H L ATTACHMENT REVERSE CLUTCH ENGAGED NEUTRAL HIGH LOW IGNITION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED PARKING BRAKE KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DANGER KEEP HANDSANDFEETAWAY FREEWHEEL AutomaficModelsonly 9 ...

Page 10: ...er attachments mounted to your tractor LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headlights on and off THROTTLE CONTROL Used to control engine speed CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Used for declutchingand brak ing the tractor and starting the engine PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position MOTION CONTROL LEVER Selects the speed and direction of tractor FREEWHEEL CONTROL Disengages transmission for pushng or...

Page 11: ...SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN OFF WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE DISCHARGED DEAD NOTE Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running hot engine exhaust gases may cause browning of grass To eliminate this possibility always stop engine when stopping tractor on grass areas CAUTION Always stop tractor com I pletely as described above before leav ing the operator s po...

Page 12: ...trol in freewheeling position Free wheel control is located at the rear drawbar of tractor Raise attachment lift to highest position with attach ment lift control Pull freewheel control knob out and hold in position by inserting retainer spring intoforward hole of control rod Donot push or tow traclor at more than two 2 MPH To reengage transmission reverse above procedure NOTE To protect hood from...

Page 13: ...ld be warmed up as follows Be sure the tractor is on level ground Place the motion control lever in neutral Release the parking brake and let the clutch brake slowly return to operating position Allow one minute fortransmission towarm up This can be done during the engine warm up period The attachments can also be used during the engine warm up period afterthe transmission has been warmed up NOTE ...

Page 14: ...veways etc After one or tworounds mow in the opposite direction making left hand turns until finished See Fig 9 If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice to reduce load and possible fire hazard from dried clip pings Make first cut relatively high the second to the desired height Do not mow grass when it is wet Wet grass will plug mower and leave undesirable clumps Allow grass to dry befo...

Page 15: ...ranty on this tractor does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your tractor All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season O...

Page 16: ...r best results mower blades must be kept sharp Re place bent or damaged blades BLADE REMOVAL See Fig 10 Raise mower to h_ghest positron to allow access to blades Remove hex bolt Iockwasher and flat washer secunng blade Install new or resharpened blade with trailing edge up towards deck as shown IMPORTANT TO ENSURE PROPER ASSEMBLY CENTER HOLE IN BLADE MUST ALIGN WITH STAR ON MANDREL ASSEMBLY Reasse...

Page 17: ...fins TRANSAXLE PUMP FLUID The transaxle was sealed at the factory and fluid mainte nance is not required for the life of the transaxle Should the transaxle ever leak or require servicing contact your near est authorized service center department 0_ 30 60 80 30 L _O 10 0 10 20 30 TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE FIG 12 NOTE Although multi viscosity oils 5W30 10W30 etc improve st...

Page 18: ...by tapping gently on fiat surface Ifvery dirty or damaged replace cartridge Reinstall cartridge nut precleaner cover and secure with knob s IMPORTANT PETROLEUM SOLVENTS SUCH AS KEROSENE ARE NOT TO BE USED TO CLEAN THE CARTRIDGE THEY MAY CAUSE DETERIORATION OF THE CARTRIDGE DO NOT OIL CARTRIDGE DO NOT USE PRESSURIZED AIR TO CLEAN OR DRY IARTRIDGE COVER KNOB ARTRIDGE COVER NUT PAPER FOAM CARTRIDGE C...

Page 19: ... carburetor replacement is required With engine cool remove filter and plug fuel line sections Place new fuel filter in position in fuel line with arrow pointing towards carburetor Be sure there are no fuel line leaks and clamps are properly positioned immediately wipe up any spilled gasoline CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG 16 CLEANING Clean engine battery seat finish etc of all foreign matter Keep finished...

Page 20: ...s lowest position Roll belt off engine pulley Disconnect clutch rod from clutch lever by removing retainer spring Disconnect anti sway bar from chassis bracket by removing retainer spring Disconnect suspension arms from rear deck brackets by removing retainer spdngs Disconnect front links from deck by removing retainer spdngs Raise lift lever to raise suspension arms Slide mower out from under tra...

Page 21: ... TO SIDE IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY BE SURETO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWER WILL STAY LEVEL SIDE TO SIDE To obtain the best cutting results the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is app roximately 1 8 to 1 2 lower than the rear when the mower is in its highest position Check adjustment on right side of tractor Measure dis tance D directly infr...

Page 22: ... is other than 1 9 16 loosen jam nut and turn nut A until distance becomes 1 9 16 Retighten jam nut against nut A Road test tractor for proper stopping distance as stated above Readjust if necessary If stopping distance is still greater than six 6 feet in highest gear further maintenance is necessary Contact your nearest au thorized service center department WITH PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED NUT A ARM DO...

Page 23: ...r are not adjustable on your tractor If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel toe in or camber contact your nearest authodzed service center department TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS See Fig 26 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 r...

Page 24: ...onnect BLACK grounding cable to negative termi nal with remaining hex bolt and keps nut Tighten securely Close battery box door BATTERY BOX DOOR FIG 28 KEPS _ _ NUT HEX POSITIVE RED CABLE BLACK CABLE FIG 29 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the...

Page 25: ...ely GOVERNOR GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER CONTROL PLATE HOLES A CLAMP THRO1TLE SCREW CABLE FIG 31 TO ADJUST CARBURETOR The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust ment should not be necessary However minor adjust ment may be requiredto compensate for differences infuel temperature altitude or load If the carburetor does need adjustment see engine manual High speed stop is factory adjusted D...

Page 26: ... FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOL OR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTURE WHICH LEADS TO SEPARATION AND FORMATION OF ACIDS DURING STORAGE ACIDIC GAS CAN DAMAGE THE FUEL SYSTEM OF AN ENGINE WHILE IN STORAGE Drain the fuel tank Start the engine and let i...

Page 27: ...3 Wait several minutes before attempting to start 4 Replace spark plug 5 Clean replace air tilter 6 Replace fuel tilter 7 Drain fuel tank and carburetor refill tank with fresh gasaiine and replace fuel filter 8 Check all wiring 9 See To Adjust Carburetor in Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or r...

Page 28: ...d 4 Faulty alternator 1 Freewheel control in disengaged position 2 Motion drive belt worn damaged or broken 3 Air trapped in transmission during shipment or servicing 1 Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine CORRECTION 1 Checkwiring switches andconnections tfnot corrected contactan authorized service center departmenL 1 Replace b_ade Tighten blade bo...

Page 29: ...STEM THE LIGHTS ARE NOT CONNECTED TO THE BA17 ERY BUT HAVE THEIR OWN ELECTRICAL SOURCE BECAUSE OF THIS THE BRIGHTNESS OF THE LIGHTS WILL CHANGE WITH ENGINE SPEED AT IDLE THE LIGHTS WILL DIM AS THE ENGINE IS BROWN HEADLIGHTS SPEEDED UP THE LIGHTS NON REMOVABLE RE _OVABLE WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST CONNECTIONS CONNECTIONS OFF G M L NONE RUNA IGH B L A Y RUN B L NONE START B L S NONE WIRING INSULATE...

Page 30: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA ELECTRICAL 21 22 26 I i_ I 28 i II I 1 27 I 30 I I f I I 16 29 I I I I ...

Page 31: ... Amp Bolt Hex Hd 1 4 20unc X 3 4 Case Battery Mech Hinge Switch Interlock Push In Washer Lock 1 4 Nut Jam Hex 1 4 20 Unc Harness Socket Light Bulb Light 1156 Cable Battery Cable Battery 6 Ga Red w 16 wire Fuse 15 Amp Nut Keps Hex 1 4 20 Unc Cable Ground 6ga 12 black Switch Plunger Nc Gray Switch Ign 4 Pos W L P L Nut Ignition Cover Sw Key Key Ign Molded Generic Hamess Ign Bolt Fin Hex 1 4 20uncx 1...

Page 32: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 14 30 i 26 31 26 5 J 26 25 5 51 55 54 20 12 28 58 23 29 33 10 145 14 38 39 35 34 26 32 ...

Page 33: ...umper Hood Dash Dash P L Bolt Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 Panel Dash Lh Clip Tinnerman Panel Dash Rh Screw Thdrol 3 8 16xl 2 Ty tt Hood LT PL Bumper Hood Plate Mtg Battery Fuel Tank Fr Bushing Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 x 1 Gr 5 Washer 13 32 X 13 16 X 12 Ga Nut Lock Hex W Ins 3 8 16 Uric Grille LT PL Lens LT PL Fender Footrest STLT Pnt Bracket Support Fender Footrest Pnt Lh Footrest Pnt Rh Bolt Rdhd Sht Sqnk 3 8...

Page 34: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA DRIVE 53 29 146 77 24 22 26 52 27 84 55 157 7 34 ...

Page 35: ...13 32 x 13 16 x 12 Gauge 147 74490524 Pulley Idler V Groove 150 165850 Bellcrank Clutch Grnd Dry STL 151 19133210 Retainer Belt 156 166002 Bolt 157 153236 Nut Crownlock 3 8 16 UNC 158 165589 Nut Crownlock 5 16 18 UNC 159 165494 Link Clutch 160 19292016 Spring Return Clutch 161 72140406 Bolt Fin Hex 3 8 16 UNC x 1 1 4 162 73680400 V Belt Ground Drive 163 74780416 Keeper Center Span 164 19091010 Scr...

Page 36: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA STEERING ASSEMBLY 62 11 1 _41 t _ _ _ _ 42 i 27 25 47 65 3O 68 13 67 43 36 ...

Page 37: ... 4 X 16 Ga Ring Klip t5304 75 Beadng Col Strg BIl Link Drag Extended Stamped Washer Lock Hvy Hlcl Spr 3 8 Bearing Axle STLT GT Nut Lock Flange 5 8 11 Unc Shaft Asm Strg Washer Thrust 515x 750x 033 Support Shaft Screw Hex Wsh Hd Torx Shaft Asm Pittman Bracket Steering Bushing Link Drag Gear Sector Washer 13 32 x 7 8 x 16 Ga Screw Thdrol 3 8 16x3 4 Ty tt Pin Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 Cad Rod Tie Bushing Strg...

Page 38: ...50 BIk Zi Screw Thdrol 3 8 16 X 1 Ty tt Washer 13 32 X 1 X 14 Ga Pan Seat Knob Seat KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 12 121246X 13 121248X 14 72050412 15 134300 16 121250X 17 123976X 21 153236 22 73800500 24 19171912 25 127018X Bracket Mounting Switch Bushing Snap BIk Nyl 50 Id Bolt Rdhd Sqnk 1 4 20x1 1 2 Spacer Split 28x 88 Spring Cprsn Nut Lock 1 4 Lge Flg Gr 5 Zinc Bolt Shoulder 5 16 18 Uric Nut Hex ...

Page 39: ...matic Decal Fender Auto Rh Decal Hood Rh Decal Clutch Brake Decal Bat Dan Psn Pad Footrest Decal Handle Lff Height Adjust Manual Owner s English Manual Owner s French WHEELS AND TIRES 7 4 10 KEY PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 59192 2 65139 3 106222X 4 59904 5 106732X427 11 6 278H 7 9040H 8 106108X427 9 122082X 10 7152J 11 104757X o 144334 Cap Valve Tire Stem Valve Tire F Ts 15 X 6 0 6 Service Tube Front...

Page 40: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA ENGINE 29 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 3 38 72 62 81 13 4 23 40 ...

Page 41: ...el 311777 Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer Muffler Gasket Eng Nipple Pipe Elbow Std 90 Degree 3 8 18 Npt Washer Lock Ext Tooth 3 8 Shield Brn Dbr Guard Kit Spark Arrestor Flat Scrn Tank Fuel Front 2 00 Cap Asm Fuel W sym Vented Clamp Hose Black Screw Line Fuel 20 Ptug Oil Drain Order From Engine Manufacturer Bushing Snap Nyl BIk Fuel Line Screw Hexwsh Thdrol 1 4 20x3 4 Washer 9 32 X 7 8 X 16 G...

Page 42: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA MOWER DECK 76 68 71 _ 84 4 3 45 34 33 32 _ 90 91 92 93 94 90 113 111 114 116 _ _ 4 42 27 ...

Page 43: ...w Thdrol Rolling Washer Head 114 73510500 Washer Spacer Mower Vented 115 72110504 Pulley Mandrel 116 4898H Nut Toplock 9 16 117 165746 Bolt 118 73930600 Fastener Christmas Tree 119 19121414 Pulley Idler Flat 121 143723 Washer 13 32 x13 16 x16 Gauge 128 153390 Nut 129 19131312 Rod Pivot with Nibs 130 74780616 Rod Clutch Secondary with Nibs 131 72140608 Guard Mandrel LH 132 19132203 Retainer Screw T...

Page 44: ...REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MODEL NUMBER PPR17H42STA MOWER LIFT 28 27 37 38 40 11 25 24 23 2 3O 3 6 8 5 19 13 13 32 19 2O 15 2O 1718 20 16 15 44 ...

Page 45: ... 62 Washer 21 32 X 1 X 21 Ga Bearing Nylon B k 629 Id Grip Handle Button Plunger Black Link Lift LH Fixed Length Link Lift RH Fixed Length Retainer Spring Link Front Nut Jam Hex 1 2 13 Unc Trunnion BIk Zinc Nut Lock W wsh 1 2 13unc Arm Suspension Rear Retainer Spring Nut Special Washer 13 32 X 5 8 X 16 Ga Spring 2 1 8 Pin Cotter 3 32 X 1 2 Rod Adj Lift Zinc 7 49 Wrk Lg Nut Hex Jam 3 8 16 Uric Knob...

Page 46: ...SERVICE NOTES 46 ...

Page 47: ...OT ACROSS HILL SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE 15 MAX A Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes not greater than 15 never across the face Make turns gradu ally to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes ...

Page 48: ...r lawn mowers for Trimmers Brusheutters and Blowers 3 For replacement parts have available the following information a Model Number Manufacturer s I D Number b Description of part NOTE Frigidaire Home Products provides parts and service through its authorized distribu tors and dealers therefore all requests for parts and service should be directed to your local dealer s The philosophy of Frigidair...