Poulan 173284, PPR17H42STC 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.

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

•Close battery box door.

SEAT PAN

BATTERY

BOX DOOR

FIG. 30

KEPS

NUT

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE (RED)

NEGATIVE

CABLE

(BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 31

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 15 amp automotive-type plug-in fuse. The fuse holder is located behind the dash.

TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 32)

•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. 33

ENGINE

TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE (See Fig. 33)

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

 

CLAMP

THROTTLE

SCREW

HOLES “A”

CABLE

FIG. 33

TO ADJUST CARBURETOR

The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjust- ment 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 - damage may result.

IMPORTANT: NEVER TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE GOVERNOR, 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, CONTACT YOUR N E A R E S T A U T H O R I Z E D S E R V I C E C E N T E R / DEPARTMENT, WHICH HAS PROPER EQUIPMENT AND E X P E R I E N C E T O M A K E A N Y N E C E S S A R Y

23ADJUSTMENTS.

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Contents PPR17H42STC Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers Safety RulesBecome ALERT!!! Your Safety is IN- Volved Table of Contents Gauge Wheels Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Seat BladesTo Remove Tractor from Carton AssemblyTools Required for Assembly HOW to SET UP Your TractorTo SET UP Your Mower for Mulching Install Seat See FigCheck for Proper Position of ALL Belts To Convert to Bagging or DischargingCheck Tire Pressure Check Deck LevelnessOperation Know Your Tractor To USE Throttle Control See Fig HOW to USE Your TractorTo Adjust Mower Cutting Height See Fig Stopping See Fig To SET Parking Brake See FigTo Transport See Figs To Adjust Gauge Wheels See FigTo Operate Mower See Fig To Operate on HillsTo Start Engine See Fig Before Starting the EngineCheck Engine OIL Level See Fig ADD GasolineMulching Mowing Tips Mowing TipsBefore Each USE ¿ Lubrication ChartCustomer Responsibilities General RecommendationsOperator Presence System TractorBrake Operation TiresEngine Spark Plugs CleaningMuffler To 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 Replace Motion Drive Belt See Fig To Adjust Brake See FigTransmission REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT Transaxle Motion Control Lever Neutral ADJUSTMENTSee FigFront Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBER To Adjust Steering Wheel AlignmentTo Start Engine with a Weak Battery See Fig Replacing Battery SeeTo Replace Fuse To Adjust CarburetorTo Replace Headlight Bulb Interlocks and RelaysEngine OIL StorageOther Fuel SystemTroubleshooting Points OFF NON-REMOVABLE Connections Removable SchematicTractor - Model Number PPR17H42STC Electrical KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Chassis and Enclosures KEY Part Description Drive Repair Parts Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Seat Assembly Wheels and Tires DecalsSpark Arrester EngineOptional Equipment KEY Part NO. NO.DESCRIPTION Mower Deck KEY Part Description Mower Lift Tractor Model Number PPR17H42STC159460 Wire Asm Inner/Sprg W/plunger LT Service Notes Service Notes Limited Warranty Sighting Guide Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe OperationParts and Service

173284, PPR17H42STC specifications

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