Poulan PO1742STC manual To Replace Headlight Bulb, Interlocks and Relays, To Replace Fuse

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

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. 28)

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.

 

HEADLIGHT

HOOD

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 28

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 29)

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. 29

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. PO1742STC Safety Rules Safety Rules Table of Contents Contents of Hardware Pack Before Removing Tractor from Skid AssemblyTools Required for Assembly To Remove Tractor from CartonCheck Battery See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat 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 Before Starting the Engine To Start Engine See Fig Mowing TipsBefore Each USE MaintenanceLubrication Chart General RecommendationsTractor Transaxle Cooling Clean AIR ScreenEngine BeltsSpark Plugs CleaningEngine Cooling Fins See Fig MufflerTo Remove Mower See Fig Service and AdjustmentsTo Install Mower See Fig Belt Removal To Level Mower HousingBelt Installation To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See FigTo Check Brake To Check and Adjust Brake See FigTo Adjust Brake To Replace Motion Drive Belt See FigTo Remove Wheel for Repairs See Fig Transaxle Gear Shift Lever NEUTRAL- Adjustment See FigTo Adjust Steering Wheel ALIGN- Ment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Remove CABLES, Reverse Order To Start Engine with a Weak Battery See FigReplacing Battery See Figs To Attach Jumper CablesTo Replace Fuse To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points OFF Tractor - Model Number PO1742STC SchematicElectrical KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures 5479J Plug Btn Blk 170 Drive Steering Assembly Nut Hex Jam Toplock 1/2-20 Unf Optional Equipment EngineSeat Assembly Wheels & Tires DecalsMower Lift Mower Deck Repair Parts Limited Warranty Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation

PO1742STC specifications

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