DIAGNOSTICS ELECTRICAL
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HEADLIGHTS CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
NOTE: But sure to set multi-meter to measure AC or DC voltage or amperage as required by test:
Test Conditions:
• Park brake engaged, blade drive disengaged • Engine running at fast idle
• Meter negative (—) lead on battery negative (—)
terminal
• Meter positive (+) lead on numbered test point
Test/Check Point Normal If Not Normal
1. Headlamps Bulbs are lit whenever engine is
running
Check for burned out bulbs
2. Yellow/White wire at
headlamp socket connector
12—14 Volts AC.
Test ground circuit
Go to step 3
3. Yellow/White wire at
connector at engine cover
hinge.
12—14 Volts AC.
Replace headlamp harness under
engine cover
Go to step 4
Test Conditions:
• Stop engine
Test/Check Point
4. Remove engine connector
and test for voltage at Red
wire from engine. See
Charging Circuit Diagnosis
Section in this manual
12—14 Volts AC See Briggs & Stratton engine
manual for service and repair
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