Poulan PO14542E Replacing Battery See Figs, To Replace Headlight Bulb, Interlocks and Relays

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

POSITIVE TERMINAL

 

NEGATIVE TERMINAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CHASSIS

 

 

CABLES

POSITIVE

NEGATIVE

TERMINAL

TERMINAL

CHARGED

 

BATTERY

FIG. 25

•Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE (-) terminal of fully charged battery.

•Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to good CHASSIS GROUND, away from fuel tank and battery.

TO REMOVE CABLES, REVERSE ORDER -

•BLACK cable first from chassis and then from the fully charged battery.

•RED cable last from both batteries.

REPLACING BATTERY (See Figs. 26 and 27)

CAUTION: 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 seatpan 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 hex bolt and keps nut as shown. Tighten securely. Slide terminal cover over terminal.

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

SEAT PAN

KEPS

NUT

HEX

BOLT

POSITIVE (RED)

NEGATIVE

CABLE

(BLACK) CABLE

FIG. 27

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.

HOOD

HEADLIGHT

WIRE

CONNECTOR

FIG. 28

FIG. 26

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Contents Model NO. PO14542E General Operation Safety RulesIV. Service II. Slope OperationTable of Contents Product Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesKeys Unassembled PartsSteering Wheel Seat Slope SheetTo Remove Tractor from CAR- TON AssemblyTools Required for Assembly Before Removing Tractor from SkidCheck Battery See Fig HOW to SET UP Your TractorInstall Seat See Fig Check for Proper Position of ALL Belts Check Tire PressureCheck Deck Levelness Check Brake SystemOperation Know Your Tractor HOW to USE Your Tractor To Transport Before Starting the EngineTo Operate on Hills Towing Carts and Other ATTACH- MentsADD Gasoline Mowing TipsTo Start Engine See Fig Customer Responsibilities Lubrication ChartService Dates General RecommendationsTires TractorBrake Operation Operator Presence SystemBelts BatteryEngine Transaxle CoolingTo Service Cartridge Clean AIR ScreenTo Service PRE-CLEANER Engine Cooling Fins See FigSpark Plugs CleaningMuffler IN-LINE Fuel Filter See FigTo Install Mower see FIG Service and AdjustmentsTo Remove Mower see FIG To Replace Mower Blade Drive Belt See Fig To Level Mower HousingBelt Installation Belt RemovalTo Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment Front Wheel TOE-IN/CAMBERTo Replace Headlight Bulb Replacing Battery See FigsTo Remove Hood and Grill Assembly See Fig Interlocks and RelaysTo Adjust Throttle Control Cable See Fig To Adjust CarburetorFuel System StorageOther Engine OILTroubleshooting Points OFF Schematic Tractor - Model Number PO14542EElectrical 4529KEY Part Description Chassis and Enclosures Repair Parts Drive Transaxle Peerless Model 206-545C Steering Assembly KEY Part NO. NO. Description Engine KEY Part Description Seat Assembly Decals Wheels & TiresMower Lift Nut Lock w/Wsh 1/2-13 Unc Mower Deck Repair Parts Service Notes Limited Warranty C U M SEH Suggested Guide for Sighting Slopes for Safe Operation Only Ride UP and Down Hill Not Across Hill Degrees MAX

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