Poulan PO12538LT warranty To Replace Headlight Bulb, Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 24)

WARNING: Do not short battery terminals 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. 24

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.

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. 25)

•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. 25

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 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 PO12538LT Always Wear EYE Protection During OperationSafety Rules Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersIII. Children General ServiceSafe Handling of Gasoline Table of Contents Steering BatteryKeys Oil Drain Extension Toremovetractorfromcarton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts Install Seat See FigCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Transport Reverse Operation System ROSTo Operate on Hills Towing Carts and Other AttachmentsADD Gasoline Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level To Start Engine See FigMowing Tips General Recommendations MaintenanceMaintenance ScheduleBlade Care BatteryTractor Blade Removal See FigEngine Engine Cooling System See Fig CleaningIN-LINE Fuel Filter See Fig To Install Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower See Fig To Level Mower Housing SIDE-TO-SIDE Adjustment See FigsTo Check Brake Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Transaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Adjust Carburetor To Adjust Throttle Control CableTo Adjust Choke Control To Replace Headlight BulbFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points Problem Cause CorrectionExcessive Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation
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PO12538LT specifications

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