Poulan PD22H42STA To Convert to Bagging or Discharging, Check Tire Pressure, Check Deck Levelness

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ASSEMBLY

INSTALL MULCHER PLATE (See Figs. 4)

•Install two latch hooks to mulcher plate using screw, washer, lock washer, and weld nut as shown.

NOTE: Pre-assemble weld nut to latch hook by inserting weld nut from the top with hook pointing down.

•Tighten hardware securely.

•Raise and hold deflector shield in upright position.

•Place front of mulcher plate over front of mower deck opening and slide into place, as shown.

•Hook front latch into hole on front of mower deck.

•Hook rear latch into hole on back of mower deck.

CAUTION: Do not remove deflector shield from mower.

DEFLECTOR

SHIELD

MULCHER

PLATE

LATCH

HOOKS

FIG. 4

TO CONVERT TO BAGGING OR

DISCHARGING

Simply remove mulcher plate and store in a safe place. Your mower is now ready for discharging or installation of optional grass catcher accessory.

NOTE: It is not necessary to change blades. The mulcher blades are designed for discharging and bagging also.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.

•Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown in “PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual.

CHECK DECK LEVELNESS

For best cutting results, mower housing should be properly leveled. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING”in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

CHECK FOR PROPER POSITION OF ALL BELTS

See the figures that are shown for replacing motion and mower blade drive belts in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. Verify that the belts are routed correctly.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM

After you learn how to operate your tractor, check to see that the brake is properly adjusted. See “TO ADJUST BRAKE” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual.

✓CHECKLIST

BEFOREYOU OPERATE AND ENJOYYOUR NEW TRAC- TOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROMTHIS QUALITY PRODUCT.

PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST:

✓All assembly instructions have been completed.

✓No remaining loose parts in carton.

✓Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).

✓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/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling).

✓Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt 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 with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline.

✓Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine.

✓Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition.

✓It is important to purge the transmission before oper- ating your tractor for the first time. Follow proper start- ing and transmission purging instructions (See “TO START ENGINE” and “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in the Operation section of this manual).

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Contents PD22H42STA Safety Rules Safety Rules Table of Contents Unassembled Parts Steering Wheel SeatAssembly Tools Required for AssemblyHOW to SET UP Your Tractor To Remove Tractor from CAR- TONInstall Seat See Fig To Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Adjust Gauge Wheels See Fig To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To Transport See FigsBefore Starting the Engine Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolineAutomatic Transmission Warm UP Mowing TipsPurge Transmission Mulching Mowing Tips Maintenance Lubrication ChartService Dates General RecommendationsTractor Engine BeltsTransaxle Cooling Transaxle Pump FluidCleaning To Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing FRONT-TO-BACK Adjustment See FigsTo Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Check and Adjust Brake See FigTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Replacing Battery See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig To Adjust Throttle Control Cable See FigTo Adjust Choke Control See Fig To Adjust CarburetorStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Points With attachment clutch NON-REMOVABLE Connections Removable SchematicTractor - Model Number PD22H42STA Electrical KEY Part Description Chassis Tractor - Model Number PD22H42STA Drive 116KEY Part NO. NO. Description Steering Assembly Tractor - Model Number PD22H42STA Seat Assembly Decals Wheels and TiresEngine 170771 Control, Throttle Mower Deck 152182032X421 Mower Lift Tractor - Model Number PD22H42STA Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXParts and Service
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