Craftsman Ride-On Mower Won't Start


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Old 04-20-09, 05:16 PM
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Craftsman Ride-On Mower Won't Start

I have a ten year old Craftsman mower. It ran fine a week ago. This week, won't start. It has a new battery and the starter works when connected directly to battery. When I turn the key I get a small click at the carborator but nothing else. The blades are disengaged, clutch press in, and I'm sitting on the seat. I have a feeling it is on of those safety relays but, I can't find them and don't know how to test them.
 
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Old 04-20-09, 08:18 PM
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I'm not too familliar with the Craftsman mowers, but they all can be different depending on what you have.. If you post some engine & mower model & serial numbers, I'm sure the Pro's will help you out.. Also any other features it may have.. Good luck,,, Roger
 
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Old 04-20-09, 08:51 PM
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Check the white wire on the solenoid for power when trying to start it. If 12 volts is present, the solenoid is bad. If it is not present, post model #...you likely have a safety switch problem or relay problem (if equipped).
 

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Old 04-21-09, 03:30 AM
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The Model# is 917255725. I think I bought it in 1999.
 
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Old 04-28-09, 05:00 AM
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It worked!

I did the recommended check for 12V on the white wire at the solenoid. I got 12V when turning the ignition. Replaced the solenoid. Works like a charm! Thanks.
 
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Old 04-28-09, 10:31 PM
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Great! Glad we could help and thanks for the update!
 
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any solution yet

hi i am having same problem and would like to have the electricschematic or pin point where are the fuses if any and all the safety relays and switches beside the one under the seat. My craftsman model# 917272761 b&s engine
 
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Old 05-10-09, 12:09 AM
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The fuse is near the battery cable where it meets the solenoid, coming from the same connection, inline in a red thin wire.
 
 

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