QuestionI have a Troy-Bilt 13AX60TG766 that blew a fuse awhile back and now wont start. I replaced the fuse and it still wont start. I jump it off by going straight to the starter but as soon as I shut it off I have to jump it off again. What could the issue be? Thanks!"
AnswerHello Jason:
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Unit at this Site Addy, http://www.buymtdonline.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Home_TroyBilt_10101_19502_... and Select Use Our Detailed Parts Finder. Then Enter the Model Numbers.
>>From your Description it Sounds like the Stator (charger) has Shorted or the Harness has a Short in it from One of the Safety Switches.
>>If you Jumped the Small Engine with an Automobile or a Battery Charger/Booster and the Auto Engine or Battery Charger/Booster was Running at the Time, then the Auto Charging System or Battery Charger/Booster May Shorted the Small Engine Charging System.
>>****Never Use a Running Engine or Battery Charger/Booster to Jump a Small Engine.****
>>The Charging Systems Usually are Different and the Larger AMP System of the Automotive and Battery Charger/Booster will Short the Lower AMP System (Usually the Small Engine System).
>>Most Stators can be Tested Using the Guide at the Following Site Addy; For Testing the Electrical (Charging) System on Mowers you can Use this Site Addy; http://faqs.custhelp.com/cgi-bin/faqs.cfg/php/enduser/std_adp.php?p_faqid=3438&p... and Use the Link for AC Volts/DC Amps Meter Setting Chart. This is for Briggs Engines and Works Well for Kohler and Other Engine OEMs.
>>Check the Safety Switches First. Since the Fuse has Been Replaced and the Starter will Not Engage, usually a Safety Switch is Not Making/Breaking Connection.
>>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
