Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): kohler rewiring, switch jumper, starter solenoid

Question
How do I rewire a Cub Cadet 13hp Kohler without any of the safety switches  and no mower deck. I will use this for towing a small trailer. I just want a basic wiring diagram....crank and cut off.

Answer
Hello Gary:

Run a Wire from the Ign Switch Grounding Lug (Grounded when the Switch is in the Off Position ONLY) to the Shut Off Lug on the Coil/Ign Module. Now Run a Wire from the Ign Switch Start Lug (Has Power ONLY when the Ign Switch is Turned to the Spring Loaded Start Position) to the Small Lug on the Starter Solenoid. This will Allow you to Start and Shut Off the Engine. **BE CAREFULL, PLEASE. IF YOU ARE USING THIS FOR A RIDING MOWER; I DO NOT SUGGEST YOU OPERATE THE MOWER WITH THE SAFETY FEATURES BYPASSED.** Also; **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 Jumper from Same Color Wire to Same Color Wire). Check the Clutch/Break and the Blade/PTO Safety Switches First. 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.** You can View a Breakdown/IPL of this Unit at this Site Addy; http://www.jacobisalespartslookup.com/home.asp and Select the Cub Cadet Logo. Now Select Shop Online Parts Look Up. Now Select the OEM ( Cub Cadet) and Select the Model Tab. Then Enter the Model Numbers and Click Search. Then Double Click on your Model in the Results Area. Then Select Sectional View. Then Select the Section of the Unit you Wish to View. 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. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John