Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): grasshopper rewire, switch jumper, starter solenoid

Question
my grasshopper has a 22 hp kohler
was running fine--just quit--starter will not turn
blue wire to starter solenoid
red wire is hot
blk--gnd
yellow to interlocks
how do I troubleshoot?

Answer
Hello Jim:

Send me the Model Numbers Off the Mower, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. However, Be Sure to Check the Fuse or Fuse Link. You can Check for a Bad Safety Switch and Starter or Solenoid. 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. Check the Starter Solenoid and Starter. Use your Jumper Cable Set and Attach the Positive Lead Onto the Positive Post of the Battery ( make sure the Battery is Fully Charged or is a New Battery). Now Firmly Touch the Large Post on the Starter. If the Starter Turns the Engine Properly, Then Check the Solenoid. Firmly Touch the Small Post at the Base of the Solenoid. If The Starter Does Not Turn and the Solenoid Clicks, Then the Solenoid is Bad. Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John