Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman Tractor wont shut off., lawn tractor, model numbers

Question
I have a Craftsman LT200 Lawn tractor #917.273130 with a 17hp Kolher engine.

The engine won't shut down: 1. when I turn the key off, 2.or when I leave the seat. I have not tried it, but I bet that it will start with the mower engaged. It seems that the manual and safety shut down mechanism has failed, or perhaps a broken wire is the cause.

I can order parts and do the repair, but I need some guidance of where to look for the problem.

Answer
Hello Jim:

>>From your Description it Sounds like a Wire to the Ign Coil has Broken or become Disconnected from the Ign Coil.
>>Remove the Blower Housing (metal engine cover) and Locate the Coil.
>>Check the Wire Attached to the Coil and make Sure it has a Good Connection and is Not Broken Anywhere from the Coil to the Ign Switch.
>>To View a Breakdown of this Unit Go to this Site Addy, http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action?sid=PSHx20080114x00001 and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Search. From this Page you can View Diagrams and Parts Lists.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John