QuestionHi John
You helped us a couple of years ago, this problem is almost identical.
Our Ride On mower refuses to start from the ignition switch, we can start it from the battery positive to the solenoid.
It was working fine but then just refused to start with the ignition switch key. We discovered that if shorted out the pins that lead to the blue and white wires on the ignition switch it started immediately. We replaced the switch with a new one but the problem persists.
Hope you can help.
Cheers
Phil
AnswerHello Phil:
>>From your Description it Sounds like a Safety Switch is Bad or is Not Making Proper Connection.
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, and Select Start Parts Viewer. Now Enter the Model Numbers (71217) and Click Search. Now Select View Assembly Drawings for your Year Model.
>>Select the "Electrical Components Assembly" Section and then Check the Components #19 (micro-switch), #22 (Relay) and #5 (seat switch).
>>The Following is an Instruction File for the Safety Switch System. Any Input is Appreciated.
>>The Color Code of the Wires May be Different than those I Use as a Reference in the Instruction File.
>>**PLEASE REMEMBER THAT THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHECKING THE SAFETY SWITCHES IS JUST THAT!!! FOR CHECKING ONLY.
>>I NEVER Suggest a Mower be Operated with a Safety Device or Switch Disconnected or Bypassed.
>>**Now. On Some Model Mowers you can Simply Unplug the Safety Switch from the Harness. On Other Models you have to Place a Jumper Wire Between the Harness Terminals (on the 4 Post Switch (Clutch/Brake) Jumper from Same Color Wire (Example: White to White) First and then Check for Fire, Now Include the Black to Black Wires if No Fire. Check the Clutch/Brake and the Blade/PTO Safety Switches First. Then Check the Oil Guard Switch (if Applicable). Check the Seat Safety Last. Usually the Seat Safety is Not in the System for Starting the Engine. Just to Ensure Someone is in the Seat when Engaging the Transaxle and/or Blades. Use a Paper Clip or a Short Wire to Make a Jumper.**
>>Use a Multimeter and Check the Continuity of the Switch. The Meter should Show when the Contacts are Closed and Open. The Meter will Swing All the Way Over when the Switch Contacts are Closed and Swing Back to the Rest Point when the Switch Contacts are Open.
>>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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John
