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I have a lx188 that has been working great for me. I recently did a oil change, new plugs and new filter. It has sat outside under a tarp the last 6-8 weeks without any usage (too dry for grass to grow). I started it up yesterday (took it a little bit, but it wasnt unusual for its long time without any usage). I have to push on the break to start the mower, as soon as I take off the break it dies. It doesnt matter if I am high reved or low - it still dies, if I push the gas at the same time I can get it to move, but it will still die with the break off.
Thanks for any help.
Hello Ross:
Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool. Check the Seat Safety Switch. On Some Model Mowers you can Simply Unplug the Switch and On Other Models you have to Place a Jumper Between the Connectors in the Harness. **I DO NOT EVER SUGGEST YOU OPERATE MACHINERY WITH A SAFETY SWITCH OR SAFETY DEVICE BYPASSED. THIS IS FOR TESTING PURPOSES ONLY** You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Mower at this Site Addy, http://jdpc.deere.com/jdpc/servlet/com.deere.u90490.partscatalog.view.servlets.H... and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Find. Then Select the Sectional File. Then Select the Section of the Mower you Wish to View Online. 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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John
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| Comment | You got it- the guy i bought it from "rigged" it with electrical tape and a zip tie which came off. I did notice my trans oil was almost out which is what I thought the problem was, but after filling it up and seeing the switch laying there - i got it running again. Thanks for the help! | ||
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John C. Bridgers Sr.
Expertise
Small Engine Service Center Co-Owner - ATVs, Mowers, Trimmers, Snow throwers, and Many Other Small Engine Operated Equipment. I can answer questions pertaining to Most Small Engines (Air and Water Cooled) and their Associated Equipment as well as Lawn and Garden Equipment, e.g. riders, tillers, trimmers, cement mixers, chainsaws, etc. I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Experience
I have been repairing small engines for 34 years. Briggs & Stratton, Tecumseh, Kohler, Lawn Boy, Stihl, Poulan, Mac, and Honda; to name a few.
Education/Credentials
Technical College for Gasoline and Diesel Engines. This was a Full Course on Complete Dis-assembly and Repair of ALL Components pertaining to Engines, Transmissions, Rear Ends, Electrical. I Found the Small Engines to be Interesting because they are Small and Simple.
Past/Present Clients
I have worked on small air/water cooled engines for 34 Years. I performed warranty work for Lowes of Wilson and other retailers in the area. I Own a Yard Maintenance and Certified Small Engine Repair Service Center.
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