Poulan X1844A User Manual - Page 10

ASSEMBLY INSTALL BATTERY (See Figs. 8 & 9) CAUTION: Do not short battery termi- a nals. Before installing battery, remove metal bracelets, wristwatch bands, rings, etc. Positive terminal must be connected first to prevent sparking from accidental grounding. WING NUT BATTERY BOLT TERMINAL GUARD ACCESS DOOR • Lift hood to raised position. • Lower battery into battery tray with terminals to rear of tractor. • Be sure battery drain tube has not come loose and is securely attached to drain in battery tray. • First connect RED battery cable to positive (+) battery terminal with hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut as shown. Tighten securely. • Connect BLACK grounding cable to negative (-) battery terminal with remaining hex bolt, flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. Tighten securely. KEY HOLE VENT CAPS BATTERY TRAY BATTERY DRAIN TUBE WASHER • Place terminal guard onto the battery, covering the terminals. FIG. 9 • Slide one (1) 1" washer onto battery bolt. Slide bolt up through key hole, through terminal guard and thread wing nut onto bolt. Do not tighten. CHECKLIST • Repeat for opposite side. • Tighten wing nuts while making sure the square shafts of the bolts are into the slots of keyholes. By hand only, tighten securely. • Be sure terminal access doors are closed. Use terminal access doors for: • Inspection for secure connections (to tighten hardware). • Inspection for corrosion. • Testing battery. • Periodic charging . BEFORE YOU OPERATE AND ENJOY YOUR NEW TRACTOR, WE WISH TO ASSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS QUALITY PRODUCT. PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING CHECKLIST.  All assembly instructions have been completed.  No remaining loose parts in carton.  Battery is properly prepared and charged. (Minimum 1 hour at 6 amps).  Seat is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely.  All tires are properly inflated. (For shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at the factory). POSITIVE (RED) CABLE FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER HEX NUT NEGATIVE (BLACK) CABLE  Be sure mower deck is properly leveled side-to-side/ front-to-rear for best cutting results. (Tires must be properly inflated for leveling)  Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt keepers.  Check wiring. See that all connections are still secure and wires are properly clamped. WHILE LEARNING HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THE FOLLOWING IM- n. PORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at proper level. HEX BOLT Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular unleaded gasoline. Become familiar with all controls - their location and function. Operate them before you start the engine. Be sure brake system is in safe operating condition. FIG. 8 10