If you run a fuel check (see steps below) and the mower still doesn’t start or it runs erratically, a simple spark ignition tester will help you see whether there’s an ignition problem. The tool has a small window through which you can view the spark produced by the engine. No spar...
Whether you've moved to a home with a larger yard, bought your first house, or are upgrading your current lawn mower, the buying process can be overwhelming. In this how-to guide, I'll walk you through the different types of mowers, proper storage and ma
Locate the safety switch on the bottom of the operator's seat. It will be a plastic wire harness attached to the underside of the seat with two wires running from it to the engine. Step 4 Cut each wire with wire cutters and hold the wires in your hand. Don't let go of the wires ...
Replace the original wire with the in-line spark tester, and attempt to start the motor. Watch for the same intensity of a spark that you saw when the mower was cold, If there is little or no spark, the ignition coil is bad and needs replacement. If the spark is good but the mower...
When your Murray mower won't start, there may be several reasons. If the battery and starter are fine then you will need to replace the starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is the component that links the ignition, starter and battery all together safe
failsafe role in this safety feature as well. In reverse gear the relay controlling the PTO switches off and the blade stops. To override that the operator must set the ignition switch to the manual override setting. Leaving the seat at any time during this procedure switches off the mower....
Insert the riding mower key into the ignition switch. Do not force the key in if it is sticking. Step 3 Press down on the mower's parking brake. Keep the parking brake depressed while moving the parking brake lever into the "on" position. The brake has to be engaged to turn the mowe...
To safely clean a spark plug, you should use a wire brush or spray-on plug cleaner specifically designed for this ignition part. Note: NEVER clean a spark plug with a shot blaster or abrasives. Changing Spark Plugs in Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers & Equipment ...
These points function as an on/off switch: Closed is on, and open is off. Condenser: Because the spark moving across points can damage their surfaces, the condenser stores voltage to reduce arcing between points. Capacitor-Discharge Ignitions (CDI): A capacitor is a large condenser. A CDI ...