Poulan PXT12538, 431147 manual To Replace Headlight Bulb, Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

If “jumper cables” are used for emergency starting, use the following procedure:

IMPORTANT: YOUR TRACTOR IS EQUIPPED WITH A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. THE OTHER VEHICLE MUST ALSO BE A 12 VOLT SYSTEM. DO NOT USE YOUR TRACTOR BATTERY TO START OTHER VEHICLES.

TO ATTACH JUMPER CABLES -

Connect one end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE

(+)terminal of each battery(A-B), taking care not to short against tractor chassis.

Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal (C) of fully charged battery.

Connect the other end of the BLACK cable (D) to good chassis ground, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

RED cable last from both batteries.

WEAK OR

FULLY CHARGED

DEAD BATTERY

BATTERY

FIG. 23

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 24 and 25)

WARNING: Do not short battery termi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the same time. Before connecting battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding.

Lift seat pan to raised position.

Disconnect BLACK battery cable first then RED battery cable and carefully remove battery from tractor.

Install new battery with terminals in same position as old battery.

First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) terminal with bolt and nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal.

Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) ter- minal with remaining bolt and nut. Tighten securely.

Lower seat pan.

SEAT PAN

02602

Fig. 24

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TERMINAL

 

NUT

BOLT

COVER

 

 

 

 

 

POSITIVE

 

 

NEGATIVE

(RED)

 

 

 

 

(BLACK)

CABLE

 

 

 

 

CABLE

 

02603

 

FIG. 25

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.

Close hood.

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. 26)

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 procedure.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

02495

Fig. 26

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE

The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If adjustment is nec- essary, see engine manual.

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.

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Contents PXT12538 Safety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersGeneral Operation II. Slope OperationService General ServiceIII. Children IV. TowingTable of Contents Unassembled Parts Assembly Tools Required for AssemblyTo Remove Tractor from Carton Before Removing Tractor from SkidInstall Seat See Fig Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor Before Starting the Engine To Operate on HillsTowing Carts and Other Attachments To TransportTo Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsADD Gasoline Maintenance Lubrication ChartBattery TractorBlade Care Blade Removal See FigEngine Cleaning Engine Cooling System See FigMuffler Spark PlugsService and Adjustments To Install Mower See FigTo Level Mower Housing To Remove Mower See FigBelt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake Belt RemovalTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysStorage OtherFuel System Engine OILTroubleshooting Problem Cause CorrectionExcessive Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAXService Notes Limited Warranty
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