Craftsman Lt1000 Riding Lawn Mower Won T Start

To determine if the spark plug is defective use a spark plug tester.

Craftsman lt1000 riding lawn mower won t start.

You should get 12 volts dc. The function of the control module is to receive a start request from the. It has a new plug i confirmed spark. It is a model 917 273380.

If the switch breaks you can t start the engine even when your foot is on the break or the break is set. Craftsman a brand of equipment sold by sears includes lawn and garden equipment such as riding lawn mowers. If you don t the ignition switch is probably bad. Riding mower won t start just clicks.

Control modules are not fitted to all mowers. The engine requires clean gasoline clean air and a good battery to run properly. The tractor features a combustion engine that powers the drive train and the mower deck. What other actions should i take short of taking it to the repair shop.

Heard a small pop. Craftsman lawn mower won t start. The best way to check the starting circuit of the mower is to connect the ground side of a volt meter to ground on the tractor or the battery. Have power to the white line to the solenoid.

The craftsman lt1000 lawn tractor makes it easier to mow a large yard than using a traditional manual or motorized push mower. Cable to starter and cable to ground has connectivity. 01 spark plug. Get someone to turn the ignition key to the start position and check the voltage on the white wire on the ignition switch.

If the porcelain insulator is cracked an electrode is burned away or damaged or there is heavy carbon buildup at the electrode replace the spark plug. The brake interlock switch is a safety device that won t let a riding lawn mower start if the brake isn t on. It acts like it has no spark. 2002 model 917 271653 17 hp electric start briggs and stratton engine.

Checked the solenoid separately by putting power to terminals and got connectivity across power terminals. I bought it new in 2004. Report this by manage my life. Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage.

This repair guide and video show how to install a new riding mower brake interlock switch in about 30 minutes. Husqvarna craftsman like to hide theirs under the rear wheel fender or under the dash beside the steering column. My craftsman lt1000 cranks but won t start.