Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): yard works lawnmower, cable side, positive cable


Question
I got a Yard Works lawnmower from the neighbor (model 60-1767-6). He took out the battery. I bought a new battery but I am not sure which wires go where. Could you please tell me?

Answer
Follow the 2 heavy cables, the one going to the frame is your ground, it needs to be connected to the negative side of the battery marked with a - symbol. Follow the other cable it should to to a solenoid ( a larger type electrical connection block, this is your positive cable side and needs to go where the battery is marked with a +  .......Tom