Poulan PO18H42STA manual To Replace Headlight Bulb, Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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

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

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

SEAT PAN

FIG. 28

TERMINAL

KEPS

NUT

COVER

 

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE (RED)

NEGATIVE

CABLE

(BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 29

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. 30)

•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

FIG. 30

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 31)

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 from slow to choke position. Slowly move lever from choke to fast position.

•Check that holes “A” in governor control lever and hole in governor plate line-up. If holes “A” are not aligned, loosen clamp screw and move throttle cable until holes are aligned. Tighten clamp screw securely.

 

GOVERNOR

GOVERNOR

 

CONTROL LEVER

 

CONTROL PLATE

 

 

HOLES “A”

CLAMP

THROTTLE

 

SCREW

CABLE

FIG. 31

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. However, minor adjustment may be required to compensate for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude or load. If the carburetor does need adjustment, see engine manual.

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 Model NO. PO18H42STA II. Slope Operation IV. ServiceSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers General OperationSafety Rules Table of Contents Slope Sheet Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Seat KeyTo Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorCheck Battery See Fig Check Brake System Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check for Proper Position of ALL BeltsOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Transport See Figs To Operate Mower See FigTo Operate on Hills To Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level ADD GasolinePurge Transmission Mowing TipsGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceLubrication Chart Service DatesTractor Engine Spark Plugs CleaningEngine OIL Filter MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig To Level Mower HousingBelt Removal Belt InstallationTo Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Check Brake Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER Transmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENTTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Replacing Battery See FigsTo Replace Fuse To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points OFF Tractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 SchematicTractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 Electrical KEY Part NO. NO. Description Chassis-pl.ltstlt50 KEY Part Description Tractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 Drive Repair Parts 6867 8546 856 KEY Part NO. NO. Description Tractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 Engine Repair Parts KEY Part Description Wheels & Tires Tractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 DecalsTractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 Mower Lift Repair Parts Tractor - Model Number PO18H42STA, Product no 56 Mower Deck 165892 Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

PO18H42STA specifications

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