Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Craftsman Riding Lawnmower wont start, briggs and straten, switch jumper

Question
Craftsman 17.5 OHC Briggs and Straten
LT 1000
Riding Lawnmower will not turn over or crank I mean but wont start like no gas but I have a half a tank. It is in the drive position and break on.

Answer
Hello Carolyn:

Is the Engine Turning Smoothly and Just Not Starting or is it Turning 3/4 Turn, then Slows/Stops/Drags for 1/4 Turn Then Turns 3/4 Turn and Stops/Slows/Drags 1/4 Turn? Is the Spark Plug Firing? If No, then Change the Plug. If Still No Fire, then Check the Safety Switches. **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.** Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. They are Usually Located Under the Seat on the Body of the Unit. 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