Poulan 96046001400 manual Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse, To Adjust Throttle Control Cable

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 35)

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

TERMINAL

 

NUT

COVER

 

 

BOLT

 

 

POSITIVE

 

NEGATIVE

(RED)

 

 

(BLACK)

CABLE

 

 

CABLE

 

02603

Fig. 35

INTERLOCKS AND RELAYS

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

•Check wiring.

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. 36)

•Raise hood.

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

•To replace, reverse above procedure.

HOOD

01536

Fig. 36

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 CHOKE CONTROL

The choke control has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment should not be necessary. If adjustment is necessary, see engne 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 PXT12530 II. Slope Operation Safety RulesSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationIV. Towing ServiceGeneral Service III. ChildrenTable of Contents Unassembled Parts Before Removing Tractor from Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly ToremovetractorfromcartonCheck Brake System Install Seat See FigOperation Know Your Tractor Stopping See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorAttachment Clutch Switch Disengaged Engaged To SET Parking Brake See FigReverse Operation System ROS See Fig To Adjust Mower Cutting Height See FigUsing the Reverse Operation System To Move Forward and Backward See FigBefore Starting the Engine To Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsSchedule MaintenanceMaintenance General RecommendationsBlade Removal See Fig BatteryTractor Blade CareLubrication Transaxle MaintenanceEngine BeltsMuffler Clean AIR ScreenCleaning AIR FilterTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig Raise attachment lift lever to highest position To Level Mower Visual SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See FigTo Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Remove Wheel See Fig Transaxle Gear Shift Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigInterlocks and Relays To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Adjust CarburetorEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemProblem Cause Correction Troubleshooting PointsExcessive Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationLimited Warranty
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