IMPORTANT MANUAL Do Not Throw Away OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL: PRGT22H50D WARNING: Read the Owner's Manual and follow all Warnings and Safety Instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury. LAWN TRACTOR Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation 178497 02.27.01 RH Printed in U.S.A.
SAFETY RULES & :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. I. GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the man ual and on the machine before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area, Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off. Mowers & Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOMEALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing. Never carry children.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER GASOLINE CAPACITY AND TYPE: 3.5 GALLONS UNLEADED REGULAR OILTYPE (API_SF_SJ): SAE 30 (above 32°F) SAE 5W-30 (below 32°F) OIL CAPACITY: W/FILTER: W/OFILTER: SPARK PLUG: GAP: .040") CHAMPION RC12YC GROUND SPEED (MPH): FORWARD: REVERSE: 0 - 5,8 0-2.1 TIRE PRESSURE: FRONT: REAR: CHARGING SYSTEM: 16 AMPS @ 3600 RPM BATTERY: AMP/HR: MIN. CCA: CASE SIZE: BLADE BOLT TORQUE: 27-35 FT. LBS. RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules.
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Gauge Steering Wheel Wheel (12) Crownlock Nuts 5/16-18 Steering Sleeve (4) ;rackets (4) Wheels (12) Carriage Bolts 5/16-18 x 5/8 Steering Sleeve Extension (4) Adjusting Bar Steering Wheel Adapter _ 4_7_2ers 14 Ga.
ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to insure proper tightness. TOOLS REQUIRED STEERING INSERT FOR ASSEMBLY WHEEL A socket wrench set will make assembly easier. Standard wrench sizes are listed.
ASSEMBLY Be sure all the above assembly steps have been completed. Check engine oil level and fill fuel tank with gasoline. Place freewheel control in "transmission engaged" position. INSTALL SEAT (See Fig. 3) Adjust seat before tightening adjustment knob. Remove adjustment knob and flat washer securing seat to cardboard packing and setasidefor assembly of seat to tractor. Pivot seat upward and remove from the cardboard packing. Remove the cardboard packing and discard.
ASSEMBLY TO ATTACH NOSE ROLLER (See Fig. 5) Position brackets, 17/32 x 7/8 x 16 gauge washers, and nose roller between deck mounting brackets as shown. Be sure to position brackets on correct side, as shown. Install hex bolts and lock nuts as shown. Tighten hardware securely. IMPORTANT: Check belt for proper routing in all mower pulley grooves. If equipped, turn height adjustment knob counterclockwise until it stops. Lower mower linkage with attachment lift control.
ASSEMBLY ,,/CHECKLIST CHECK TIRE PRESSURE BEFORE YOU OPERA TEAND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRA CTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCEAND SA TISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITYPRODUCT. 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 MOWER PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLL OWING CHECKLIST.
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. IBATTERY CAUTION OR WARNING REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE OFF OIL PRESSURE I FUEL CHOKE FORWARD FAST SLOW L,GHTSO.
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 location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING NOTE: Under certain conditions when tractor is standing idle with the engine running, hot engine exhaust gases may cause "browning" of grass.
OPERATION TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 9) TO OPERATE Gauge wheels are properly adjusted when they are slightly offthe ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE:Adjust surface. I ON HILLS hills with slopes greater than 15 ° and CAUTION: not drive up or down do not drive Do across any slope.
OPERATION BEFORE CHECK STARTING ENGINE THE ENGINE Insert key into ignition and turn key clockwise to "START" position and release key as soon as engine starts. Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute. If the engine does not start after several attempts, push choke control in, wait a few minutes and try again. If engine still does not start, pull the choke control out and retry.
OPERATION PURGE I _ MOWING TRANSMISSION freewheel lever while the engine is CAUTION:Neverengageordisengage running. TIPS Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. 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 so that clippings are discharged onto the area that has been cut.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES DATES ' AS YOU COMPLETE REGULAR T R A SERVICE d_'_b£'_._ BrakePressure Operation Check Tire _, Check Operator Presence and interlock Systems I1_ Check for Loose Fasteners _ Sharpen/Replace Lubdcation 0 Check Battery Level .."/_q._/" _q_(';'/_£'_" SERVICE DATES _7 Mower Blades C R £._ _';/_ I_.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR TRAILING Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance. BRAKE EDGE UP BLADE OPERATION If tractor requires more than six (6)feet stopping distance at high speed in highest gear, then brake must be adjusted. (See "TO ADJUST BRAKE" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual). HEX BOLT (GRADE 8)* _,_ TIRES Maintain proper air pressure in all tires (See "PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS" section of this manual).
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TO CLEAN BATTERY AND TERMINALS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 15 and 16) Corrosion and dirt on the battery and terminals can cause the battery to "leak" power. Remove terminal guard. Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and remove battery from tractor. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. Coat terminals with grease or petroleum jelly.
CUSTOMER AIR FILTER RESPONSIBILITIES (See Fig. 17) IN-LINE Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Clean the foam pre-cleaner after every 25 hours of operation or every season. Service paper cartridge every 100 hours of operation or every season, whichever occurs first. FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, replacement is required.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS A CAUTION: BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key '=OFF" and remove key. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug. If tires are over or underinflated, you will not properly adjust yourmower. TO REMOVE MOWER (See Fig.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 21 and 22) IMPORTANT: DECK MUST BE LEVEL SlDE-TO_SlDE. IF THE FOLLOWING FRONT_TO_BACK ADJUSTMENT IS NECESSARY, BE SU RE TO ADJUST BOTH FRONT LINKS EQUALLY SO MOWERWlLL STAY LEVEL SIDE-TO-SIDE. To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so the front is approximately 1/8" to 1/2" lower than the rearwhen the mower is in its highest position. Check adjustment on right side of tractor.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE (See Fig. 26) Check secondary idler arm and idler to see that they rotate freely. Be sure spring is hooked in secondary idler arm and sway-bar bracket. Install new belt in lower groove of L.H. mandrel pulley, idler pulley, and center mandrel pulley as shown. Roll belt over R.H. mandrel pulley. Make sure belt is in all grooves properly. Reconnect spring to bolt in mower housing and reinstall R.H. mandrel cover.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE NEUTRAL MOTION CONTROL FRONT LEVER (See Fig. 27) ADJUSTMENT WHEEL CAMBER The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact you r nearest authorized service center/department. The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition keyto"OFF" position and engage parking brake.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery. RED cable last from both batteries. FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 30) Block up axle securely. Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal. Repair tire and reassemble. Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove. Replace axle cover. 1"NEGATIVE"(-) REAR WHEEL Block rear axle securely.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TERMINAL ACCESS ADJUSTMENT BOLT KEPS NUT HEX BOLT SPRING BUSHING DOOR POSITIVE CABLE TERMINAl GUARE ® JAM NUT FIG. 32 TO REPLACE Raise hood. HEADLIGHT BULB FIG. 33 TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL (See Fig. 34) Pull bulb holder out of the hole inthe backside of the g dll. Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the hole in the backside of the grill. Close hood. INTERLOCKS AND Unsnap headlight wire connector. Stand in front of tractor.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ENGINE STOP TO ADJUST THROTTLE (See Fig. 35) CONTROL CABLE 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.
STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage atthe end of the season or ifthe tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM CAUTION: Never store the tractor with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark, Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FILTER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK DURING STORAGE.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Engine not "CHOKED" Engine flooded. Bad spark plug. Dirty air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Water in fuel. 8. 9. Loose or damaged wiring. Carburetor out of adjustment. 10. 11. Hard to start POINTS CORRECTION properly. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Replace spark plug. Clean/replace air filter. Replace fuel filter.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE Engine continues to run when operator leaves seal with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety Poor cut - uneven 1. 2. POINTS CORRECTION 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Worn, bent or loose blade. Mower deck not level. 1. 2. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt. Level mower deck. 3. 4. Buildup of grass, leaves, and trash under mower. Bent blade mandrel. 5.
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TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D SCHEMATIC BLACK RED BATTERY SOLENOID I ! BLUE SPARK PLUGS BLACK _ (2 PLUGS GAP ON TWIN CYL.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ELECTRICAL 22 41 79 , I 24 43 42 81 27 / , i I 26 16 8 I 29 I I I I I ! \ I 28 \ --- i....
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H5OD ELECTRICAL KEY NO. 1 2 8 10 11 12 16 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 33 40 41 42 43 45 50 52 79 81 PART NO. 144926 74760412 7603J 145211 150109 145769 153664 166184 4152J 4206J 146149 108824X 73510400 170697 160784 175566 140401 170238 17720408 131563 178861 122822X 174653 141940 163996 109748X DESCRIPTION Battery Bolt Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4 Tray, Battery Bolt Btr Frt 1/4-20 X 7.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ENCLOSURES ..,.,.,.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR CHASSIS AND - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ENCLOSURES KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D DRIVE 6 46 68 77 35 37 65 _3 117\ 50 _'_ 127 120 128\ _I °'" 34 _55 j117 / 38 29 _52 _149 _131 142_ 122 69 -2 33 144 _145 j145 112 69 144 _108 36 56
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR GROUND KEY NO. - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H5OD DRIVE PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING .- - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ASSEMBLY _/26 " //_ J 25 _- _'_/14 ' ' 45 .
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR STEERING - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ASSEMBLY KEY NO. PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ENGINE 69 _ 62 2O 12 11 18 15 81 17 37 9 28 16 26 27 29 37 / '8 39 40 40 SPARK ARRESTER KIT
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ENGINE KEY NO. 2 8 9 10 11 12 15 16 17 18 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 35 37 39 40 41 42 43 45 47 62 69 70 71 74 79 81 82 83 84 PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR SEAT - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D ASSEMBLY \ 8 _ _20 8 I I I I 19 17 12 21 2 I 3 KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 13 14 PART NO. 173818 140551 140675 127018X 145006 73800600 124181X 171877 174894 121246X 121248X 72050412 DESCRIPTION Seat Bracket, Pivot Seat Strap, Fender Asm. Bolt, Shoulder 5/16-18 x .62 Clip, Push-In Hinged Nut, Crownlock 3/8-16 Spring, Seat Cprsn.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D LIFT ASSEMBLY 40 42 43 35 73 38 34 5 31 39 70 -I 3 29 \_1 23 16 13 23 t3 '20 4t 19 t8 t5 t2',-,,.,_ 75 24 78 -_'_24_ KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 20 21 23 24 PART NO. 121006X 177535 159189 12000022 19292016 71110624 125631X 170770 122364X 2876H 146704 163552 139868 169865 73680600 674A247 143363 19131316 5328J 74760616 4939M 73350800 DESCRIPTION Rod Asm., Lever Shaft Asm., Lift Vgt Lever Asm.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H50D DECK 55 48 48 48 36 2 112 45 54 10 23 44 2 22
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR MOWER KEY NO. 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 42 43 44 45 46 47 - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H5OD DECK PART NO.
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER PRGT22H5OD DECALS 3 5 15 4 10 9 29 7 29 11 17 14 KEY NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 164095 170852 176272 176273 176654 170563 166960 172740 157140 177782 Decal, Dash Decal, Engine Decal, Hood, RH Decal, Hood, LH Decal, Hood Side Panel Decal, Warning Decal, ByPass Fender Decal Decal, Danger Decal, Clutch/Brake WHEELS & TIRES 3 4 7 10 5 9 8 KEY NO. PART NO.
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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 purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge for parts or labor incurred in replacing parts, any part which we find to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This Warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions. 1.
SUGGESTED I GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES ONLY RIDE UP AND NOT ACROSS HILL "" SIGHTING IIDE Ut FOR SAFE OPERATION SIGHT AND HOLD THIS SKY LINE OR TREE. LEVEL WITH 15 ° MAX. Operate your Tractor up and down the face of slopes (not greater than 15°), never across the face. Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
PARTS AND SERVICE Your POULAN quality standards. necessary during FOR PRO product has been As with all mechanical the life of your unit. SERVICE your OR REPLACEMENT 1. Consult 2. Consult the yellow pages (under "saws" for Chain Blowers). 3. For replacement dealer/place parts, have b. Description available the following for the mowers" name of the nearest service for Trimmers, Brushcutters, dealer and information: I.D. Number of part.
