Poulan PR20PH42STD owner manual Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse, To Adjust Carburetor

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

Loose or damaged wiring may cause your tractor to run poorly, stop running, or prevent it from starting.

Check wiring. See electrical wiring diagram in the Repair Parts section.

TO REPLACE FUSE

Replace with 20 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 29)

Raise hood.

Unsnap headlight wire connector.

Stand in front of tractor. Grasp hood at sides, tilt toward engine and lift off of tractor.

To replace, reverse above procedures.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

02141

FIG. 29

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 30)

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

With engine not running, move throttle control lever to fast position.

Check that swivel is against stop. If it is not, loosen cable clamp screw and pull cable back until swivel is against stop. Tighten cable clamp screw securely.

STOP

02119

SWIVEL

CLAMP SCREW

FIG. 30

TO ADJUST CHOKE CONTROL (See Fig. 31)

The choke control has been preset at the factory and ad- justment should not be necessary. Check adjustment as described below before loosening cable. If adjustment is necessary, proceed as follows:

With engine not running, move choke control (located on dash panel) to full choke position.

Loosen knob and remove cover assembly from air cleaner.

Choke should be closed.If it is not, loosen casing clamp screw and move choke cable until choke is completely closed. Tighten casing clamp screw securely.

Replace air cleaner cover assembly and tighten knob.

CLAMP SCREW

FIG. 31

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

Your carburetor is not adjustable. If your engine does not operate properly due to suspected carburetor problems, take your tractor to an authorized service center for repair and/or adjustment.

High speed stop is factory adjusted. Do not adjust - dam- age may result.

IMPORTANT:NEVERTAMPERWITHTHEENGINEGOVERNOR, WHICH IS FACTORY SET FOR PROPER ENGINE SPEED. OVERSPEEDING THE ENGINE ABOVE THE FACTORY HIGH SPEED SETTING CAN BE DANGEROUS. IF YOU THINK THE ENGINE-GOVERNED HIGH SPEED NEEDS ADJUSTING, CONTACTYOUR NEAREST AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER/ DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND EXPERIENCE TO MAKE ANY NECESSARY ADJUSTMENTS.

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Contents PR20PH42STD Safety Rules Safety Rules Table of Contents Slope Sheet Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Seat To Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorAssemble Gauge Wheels to Mower Deck See Fig Install Seat See FigCheck Mower Levelness To SET UP Your Mower for MulchingTo Convert to Bagging or Discharging Check Tire PressureOperation Know Your Tractor To USE Cruise Control HOW to USE Your TractorTo Move Forward and Backward To Transport See Figs To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig To Operate on HillsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineTowing Carts and Other ATTACH- Ments Check Engine OIL LevelMulching Mowing Tips Purge TransmissionMowing Tips Before Each USE MaintenanceLubrication Chart General RecommendationsTractor Engine Spark Plugs CleaningClean AIR INTAKE/COOLING Areas MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Level Mower HousingBelt Removal To Check and Adjust Brake See FigBelt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transmission REMOVAL/EPLACEMENTTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Replace Headlight Bulb To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Fig To Remove Wheel for Repairs See FigTo Replace Fuse To Adjust CarburetorInterlocks and Relays Engine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsWith attachment clutch Wiring Insulated Clips SchematicIgnition Switch PTO SwitchElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Tractor Model Number PR20PH42STD, Product no 56 KEY Part NO. NO. Description DriveSteering Assembly KEY Part Description Engine KEY Part NO. NO. Description Seat Assembly Wheels & Tires DecalsMower Lift Repair Parts Mower Deck 182032X421 Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service