the original directions had errors in it (either my computer's touch pad highlighted some parts that were left out, or it was in transmission of data on the net. Sorry. JimN
If the lights on the tractor work they can be used to load the battery to see if the amp meter is connected backwards, or battery is in backwards. Try this. With nothing running, turn on the lights, if the needle goes to charge, the meter is connected backwards, or the battery is backwards. It is positive ground from the factory!! but could be changed.To test the generator and the cutout portion of the regulator, ground the F terminal on the generator while it is running (leave all wires connected) If it now charges, it is voltage regulator ground, or Regulator internal issue.
If nothing, Polarize the gen as follows. With tractor off, and all wires attached, use a jumper to briefly jump between the Bat terminal and the Gen or Arm (they are often marked either way when produced) terminal on the regulator. It will spark, but not radically. This gives the poles in the field a correct charge of magnetism. Now start the tractor and observe the meter. Keep us informed. John T has a great trouble shooting guide in several posts in the archives. They will do the trick. JimN
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