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OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PR18542STC LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. IMPORTANT MANUAL ...

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2 SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE-ON MOWERS IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. SAFETY RULES I....

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3 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES ........................................................ 2-3 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ......................4, 14-17 ASSEMBLY.............................

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4 CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact your near...

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5 (1) Large Flat Washer (1) Locknut 5/16-18 (1) Hex Bolt 5/16-18 x 1-1/4 (1) Hex Bolt 3/8-16 x 1 (1) Lock washer 3/8 Steering Wheel Insert Steering Extension Shaft Steering Sleeve Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adapter (1) Knob (1) Washer ...

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6 ASSEMBLY TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed. (2) 1/2" wrenches Utility knife (1) 9/16" wrench Tire pressure gauge Pliers When right or left hand is mentioned in t...

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7 ASSEMBLY FIG. 2 TO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Opera- tion section, page 10, for location and function of controls) • Press lift lever plunger and raise attachment lift lever to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutc...

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8 ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST: All assembly instructions have been comp...

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9 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. BATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE LIGHTS ON FUEL CHOKE MOWER HE...

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10 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual ...

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11 OPERATION CAUTION: Always stop tractor com- pletely, as described above, before leav- ing the operator's position; to empty grass catcher, etc. The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can resul...

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12 OPERATION ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" POSITION ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER HIGH POSITION "ENGAGED" POSITION LOW POSITION FIG. 7 DEFLECTOR SHIELD TO OPERATE ON HILLS 3/8 WASHER 3/8-16 LOCKNUT GAUGE WHEEL MOUNTING BRACKET SHOU...

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13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for trimming. • Drive...

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14 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES BEFORE EACH USE T R A C T 0 R Adjust Motion Drive Belt(s) Tension Inspect Muffler/Spark Arrester Lubrication Chart Check Brake Operation Clean Air Filter Change Engine Oil Replace Air Filter Paper Cartridge Replace Spark ...

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15 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when performing any mainte- nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6) feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See “TO AD...

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16 CLEAN AIR SCREEN Air screen must be kept free of dirt and chaff to prevent engine damage from overheating. Clean with a wire brush or compressed air to remove dirt and stubborn dried gum fibers. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-BELTS Check V-belts for...

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17 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MUFFLER Inspect and replace corroded muffler and spark arrester (if equipped) as it could create a fire hazard and/or damage. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours...

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18 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: • Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place gearshift lever in neutral (N) position. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” positio...

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19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS NUT "E" TRUNNION "D" "D" MANDREL FIG. 18 NUT "F" FRONT LINKS FIG. 19 FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 18 and 19) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT...

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20 TRANSAXLE GEAR SHIFT LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 23) The transaxle should be in neutral when the gear shift lever is in neutral (N) (lock gate) position. The adjustment is preset at the factory; however, if adjustment is needed, proceed as ...

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21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 24 RETAINING RING WASHERS SQUARE KEY (REAR WHEEL ONLY) AXLE COVER TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 24) • Block up axle securely. • Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear whe...

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22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 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 grill. • Clos...

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23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FIG. 30 FIG. 29 CLAMP SCREW SWIVEL CLAMP SCREW STOP ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 29) The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as desc...

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24 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flam...

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25 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark pl...

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26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not when operator leaves corrected, contact an authorized service center...

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27 TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC SCHEMATIC BATTERY FUSE IGNITION SWITCH RED RED RED BLACK IGNITION UNIT HEADLIGHTS REMOVABLE CONNECTIONS BLACK BLACK BLACK WHITE WHITE WHITE RED BLACK ORANGE BLACK BROWN BLACK BLACK BLACK STARTER M SEAT SWITCH (N...

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28 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ELECTRICAL 28 29 26 24 42 43 27 27 25 41 27 27 40 33 30 8 2 1 27 D . C . A M P E R E S 45 16 2221 52 16 ...

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29 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 163465 Battery 2 74760412 Bolt Hex Hd 1/4-20unc X 3/4 8 156417 Case Battery Mech Hinge 16 153664 Switch Interlock Push-In 21 166181 Harness Socket Light 22 4152J Bulb, Light # 1156 24 4799J Cable Battery 25 146147 Ca...

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30 58 207 20 207 23 64 208 13 208 11 1 3 2 9 208 208 5 5 207 3 3 3 142 17 29 28 12 51 57 53 52 54 55 145 37 37 24 26 25 26 25 3 31 24 30 35 3 26 33 10 26 34 35 3 3 3 115 3 142 211 114 18 14 14 38 38 212 206 159 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER P...

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31 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 174619 Chassis 2 176554 Drawbar 3 17060612 Screw 3/8-16x.75 5 155272 Bumper Hood/Dash 9 168337X012 Dash P/L 10 72140608 Bolt Carriage 3/8-16 x ...

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32 66 29 28 112 14 41 42 40 38 42 39 57 51 74 75 78 76 77 1 25 19 24 2 53 35 34 37 36 35 62 36 64 65 59 56 212 55 63 116 70 77 61 22 27 26 6 113 18 51 5 18 6 85 52 30 32 32 30 52 11 85 80 4 3 13 81 84 82 145 79 16 96 26 27 51 48 150 151 202 49 47 50 ...

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33 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 - - - - - - Transaxle Peerless (206-545C) (Order parts from transaxle manufacturer) 2 146682 Spring Return Brake T/a Zinc 3 123666X...

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34 5 5 4 3 43 6 43 8 10 40 32 11 8 6 87 46 46 8 6 87 29 88 71 29 17 43 91 2 1 41 42 37 36 37 38 63 11 39 44 51 54 33 35 34 68 67 67 67 13 65 68 15 15 15 29 29 82 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC STEERING ASSEMBLY ...

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35 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 159944X428 Wheel Steering 2 172393 Axle Asm Cast 3 169840 Spindle Asm LH 4 169839 Spindle Asm RH 5 6266H Bearing Race Thrust Harden 6 121748X Washer ...

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36 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC SEAT ASSEMBLY 1 171683 Seat 2 140551 Bracket Pivot Seat 8 720 3 71110616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc X 1 4 19131610 Washer 13/32 X 1 X 10 Ga 5 145006 Clip Push-In 6 73800600 Nut Hex w/Ins. 3/8-16 Unc 7 ...

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37 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC DECALS NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 6 2 1 5,8 4,10 3,9 11 7 WHEELS AND TIRES KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART ...

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38 14 38 2 1 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Spark Arrester 29 10 62 6 5 72 13 26 25 4 8 17 16 17 3 81 23 45 44 46 32 31 33 37 33 40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ENGINE ...

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39 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC ENGINE 1 170771 Control, Throttle 2 17720410 Screw Hex Thd Cut 1/4-20 x 5/8 3 - - - - - - - Engine Briggs Model 407777 (Order Parts From Engine Manufacturer) 4 149723 Muffler, Asm. Twin Lo-Tone 5 16...

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40 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER DECK 15 14 13 11 10 9 8 16 68 37 30 31 32 33 146 148 145 150 45 144 147 147 142 149 142 35 49 50 51 54 52 53 55 56 34 1 46 44 21 22 24 25 26 27 2 28 29 23 21 21 21 18 18 20 2 48 59 19 4 3 5 6 ...

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41 KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION KEY PART NO. NO. DESCRIPTION 1 165892X421 Mower Deck Assembly, 42" 2 72140506 Bolt 3 138017 Bracket Asm Fr. Sway Bar 3/42 4 165460X421 Bracket Asm Deck 42" Sway Bar 5 4939M Retainer Spring 6 130832 Arm, Suspe...

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42 36 15 20 16 17 18 20 20 15 20 4 5 6 2 3 1 6 5 4 7 8 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 50 26 37 41 40 38 12 11 31 32 31 32 19 19 13 13 13 13 49 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER LIFT ...

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43 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PR18542STC MOWER LIFT 1 159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT 2 159471 Shaft Asm Lift RH w/Inf 3 105767X Pin Groove 1 500 Zinc 4 12000002 E Ring #5133-62 5 19211621 Washer 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga 6 120183X Bearing...

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44 NOTES ...

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45 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in materials and workmanship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchas...

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46 T E C U M S E H ® Issued January 1980 Revised January 1991 T E C U M S E H ® SERSER SERSER SER VICEVICE VICEVICE VICE POLICYPOLICY POLICYPOLICY POLICY WW WW W ARRANTYARRANTY ARRANTYARRANTY ARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTIES FOR NEW PEERLESS GEAR POWER T...

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47 15° MAX. SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH SKY LINE OR TREE. CUT OUT ON DOTTED LINES THIS IS A 15° SLOPE SIGHTING GUIDE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION Operate your Tractor up and ...

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Your POULAN PRO product has been expertly engineered and carefully manufactured to rigid quality standards. As with all mechanical products, some adjustments or part replacement may be necessary during the life of your unit. FOR SERVICE OR REPL...