Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Tecumseh Model LEV no start/no crank, tecumseh engine, new spark

Question
John - I have a Model LEV 100 3.8 HP Tecumseh engine for a pushmower.  It won't start/crank.  My neighbor (who is more mechanically inclined) tried to generate a spark by holding the plug against the case - no spark.  There are additional numbers on the plate after the model #:  335027E (B).  I put in a brand new spark plug and replaced the oil.  It ran 3 weeks ago but it has become progressively more difficult to start.  Recommendations?

Answer
Hello Marty:

Check the Shut Off Wire to the Coil for Grounding Between the Cut Off Connection and the Coil. If the Wire is Good, then Replace the Coil/Electronic Ignition. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine at this Site Addy, http://www.outdoordistributors.com/ and Select the B. Then Select Tecumseh. Then Select Don't have Part Numbers. Then Enter the Model Numbers LEV100-335027E.  Then Select Download File. Since this is a Tecumseh Engine, I have 2 PDF Site Addys that May Assist and Interest to you. They are, 1- http://www.tecumsehpower.com/CustomerService/BSI.pdf and 2- http://www.cpdonline.com/692509.pdf Hope this Helps. I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Let Me Know What Happens, Please. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully  

John

Hello Again Marty:

Thanks for the Good Words.  The Web Site was Down for a Few Hours this AM. Try Again. You May have to Refresh the Page. I Just Downloaded the Site Myself. Check your PC Setting Also. Thanks Again. Till Next Time. May All Your Mechanical Problems be SMALL ONES and May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Again, Thanks for the Good Words.

Best Wishes and Good Luck

Respectfully

John