Craftsman RER1000 typical problems and solutions

Quick overview and description of common known problems also how to fix.. Carburetor issues. And other random advice

[@gerrychidester7834]

So I just inherited this mower from my wife’s grandfather that passed away over the winter. The mower was running great at his house, when we loaded on the trailer. Just pulled it out today, and the damn thing won’t start. I was thinking it was a starter issue or a dead battery, but your video just saved me. I had to take the plastic guard off of the deck to get it onto the back porch. As soon as I saw your video I look down there and saw that safety trigger completely exposed, so I put the guard back on… And I’m mowing grass

[@edhondo4447]

I have owned one of these mowers for 5 years now .. not one problem so far .. i use 10 percent alcohol gas too .. no problems

[@04DynaGlyde]

You got a good one, my mower craftsman R1000 has been nothing but problems. Mainly safety switch problems!

[@1RAYGC]

I've owned this mower 6 years and I'm very familiar with the safety switches of which there are 4. At first the interlock switches drove me nuts until I found a schematic of the mower and was able to decipher the interlock switch logic. The blade engage lever, the discharge chute cover, and the brake pedal switches will prevent the mower from cranking. The seat switch or if the blade is engaged and you shift into reverse will kill the ignition. I have bypassed the discharge chute switch because it's very unreliable. I also bypassed the reverse switch because it's very inconvenient not being able to mow in reverse. After making these changes I am happy with the mowers operation. One caution is that it's not very stable on side hills, the center of gravity is high (with driver) and the track is narrow.

[@rickc7565]

Thanks to this channel I should do a tutorial on my delema solved. Over heating after 15 minutes on hot day or 40 on cool day. Replaced a lot of parts but then I bought a spark tester. When it stopped I checked for a spark and there was one. So not electrical. I then went strait to the carborator and tore it right down. Found a lump of grass / dirt in the carborator at the gas intake partially blocking the float valve intake. Removed it and cleaned the rest of the calibrator. Put it back on and reassembled. Works 100 percent. This has been going on for 3 seasons. Thanks to this channel I went in the right direction. Thanks.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

RICK C hey Rick that is awesome news I'm so glad you got that fixed and worked out. I'm glad to hear something I said or showed may have been of some assistance to you. That was exactly my point of a video that it might help someone someday.

[@rickc7565]

Jeremy - the design on these things is crap. The carb is so cheep. The parts are all in a bad spot. Like you said you pretty much have to tear the entire machine down to do anything. It does cut well when it's running. It's made by MTD for craftsman, cub cadet, troy built ECT. Mtd is brutal FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. If you think you might have a warranty think again. They suck. I have an older troy built snow blower that awsome but that's from before MTD took over and started making them cheaper. I have a dynamark 42 inch rider at the cottage that's over 40 years old. We got it when I was a kid. Runs better than this piece of junk. Too much plastic. Too Many ways to break by design. Broken stuff means buy a new one. Rip off. ....Now that I have vented...thank you again. You Rock.

[@dodgeguy1017]

I have the same year, exact mower. I went through this on Saturday 5/18/2018. What a pain in the ass. I went to NAPA and bought the 94 octane bottles ethanol free fuel with the fix it fuel to clean the jets, didnt work. I went after it just like this guy and had it apart the exact way in under 30m minutes to clean out everything except the upper jets, which I think is the culprit. Well he is right , after about 3 hours, draining out the ethanol fuel, new fuel filter, oil change and filter, 3 bottles of throttle body cleaner and carb cleaner, new spark plug and air filter it continues to idle up and down, which I believe is dirt or debris within the jet or bowl. I witnessed the bouncing of the linkage and thought there maybe a way to stabilize it. So after calling a few buddies who live and breathe these things, I came up with a surproof fix. Take a zip tie, to hold the throttle lever open at a higher rpm for about 5 minutes, zip tie the throttle line to the choke line so it cannot bounce. then quickly pull the fuel line and put the line in Pure Seafoam so it sucks in nothing but right into the carb. hold it there for about 5 minutes total time at the set higher rpm. WALLA abra cadabra.. ITS FIXED!!!!!. perring like a kitten. I then topped off everything with clean bottled non ethanol gas and away she goes!!

[@ThomPattersonWI]

Thanks! That pressure switch by the discharge chute had become disengaged and wasn't even mentioned in the manual. This video solved my problem right away. Thank you!

[@hardeepminhas632]

Thank you for this video,, mine machine wasn’t cranking either and I was able to fix it within few minutes after your video. Really helpful instructions 🙏

[@highonimmi]

thanks for the tip on the safety switch at the shroud....finally got my neighbors yard and my yard mowed:)

[@timkohler9374]

I just wanted to thank you for posting this video. I have this mower. It was given to me from a great neighbor friend that just didn't use it. Anyhow, I have had trouble off and on with no power from the ignition. I knew it had to be a safety switch but I didn't know which or where. after seeing this video, it showed me the one on the mowing deck which I didn't see. I simply pushed in on it and right away, had power. Thanks again!!!

[@adolfomorales2624]

Hi so how many of them did you found and where ?? Just found the one on the seat and the cover

[@timkohler9374]

@@adolfomorales2624 The only one that I found was on the mowing deck. I am sure there are more but since I found the one, haven't had any issues since.

[@keachmister]

Man I see a lot of problems out there. I'm a master auto mechanic over 35 years so I can figure out anything once I see the problem source. However, I bought this from Sears over 4 years ago expecting it to be a POS mechanics nightmare and it has been problem free from day one. (knocking on wood) LOL, must have been made on a Wednesday! I have a tip for y'all. When I change the oil, filter, and fuel filter once a year, I extract from the oil fill tube with an oil siphon in my case it's a mighty vac hand pumped into a large reservoir. Forget that drain plug mess. Besides, mine won't budge. Also, when it gets real hot out, she likes to lean out and sputter. So I hooked up a small cooling fan and switched it off the battery. Pointed it right at the carburetor and mounted it there. When it's telling me to take a break, I switch it on and go inside 10 minutes and continue on. Cools it right down. I trickle charge the battery 3 times a year just to keep it topped off. I bought a Duracell Ultra battery from Battery Plus Bulbs and it spins over like nobody's business. Happy mowing out there.

[@keachmister]

@Michael DevaneyA video I watched showed a one wire connection on right side forward of motor. Down low.

[@margaretjackson221]

Thank You!!! No action when I turned the key. Your first suggestion was the cure for the problem. Starts like a charm now.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

yayyyy . good im glad. Thats awesome!

[@lild6216]

i hate that sensors i just ducktaped mine so its always pushed in

[@ONLY_FXRS]

Thank you! I knew about the safety switch on the seat but didn’t know about the one by the shroud. My mower started right up!

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

That's awesome glad to hear it

[@pstraussman1]

I have owned this mower with the exact same engine for about five years also and never had an issue with this engine. I do try to run 100% gasoline and if I can’t I usually add some ethanol neutralizing additive. The only thing I’ve done in the last five years is change the oil and one battery.

[@Mitchhall604]

I was just about to rent a trailer to take mine to a shop before I found this video and adjusted the shroud. Thank you

[@CutterElfquest]

Same man!!! That little pecked of a switch had me going banana sandwiches!

[@jacobsadventures8299]

I have recently had a 2017 model in the shop that was surging well I cleaned carb multiple times even in my ultrasonic cleaner no change at all ordered a $40 dollar carb off of Amazon put it on and it runs like new here’s the carb … labwork Carburetor Carb for MTD 951-05149 HY-4P90F Cub Cadet CC760ES 12AE76JU Mower

[@roblobsinger277]

Thank you so much on my Second new battery. couldn't figure it out after 3 hours watched your video and didn't realize there was a safety shut off under the shrout. took it off cleaned the grass out that were stuck in there and it fired right up thank you

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Rob Lobsinger awesome!!! so glad I could help

[@mikem1436]

My mom's rider would only run for a few minutes up to maybe 20 minutes and start to back fire and then shut off. Fuel bowl was empty. No issue with the fuel line coming into the carb. Took the carb off and cleaned and inspected it. Worked better but still the same issue. Repeated the process; same result. Replaced the carb; about $27 on Amazon. My recommendation if you have the same issue is to replace the carb. It not difficult to remove the carb but it does take time.

[@dangolfer7269]

Great tip about the sensors! Had same no crank situation and his tip worked!! Thanks

[@eliterry3785]

Jeremy I had my doubts. But you earned a big thumbs up by showing me that damned shroud interlock. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Hell yeah buddy! I'm glad.

[@Skook-gk5re]

JC, Thank you for video. You saved me alot of time!! and $$. The idle air jet on mine, clogged up. I couldn't figure out what to do. And you answered the question for me. Thanks again. It kept surging like it was running out of fuel. God bless.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Hey that's awesome. Super glad I could be of assistance and that this video helped.

[@greggklein709]

Dude, you are awesome. Thanks for the video. I hit a small root and mower stopped. Safety switch popped. 2:30-2:48 of your video saved the day.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

That's awesome. That's what I love to hear. Glad that helped you.

[@Sankeyite]

Well, thanks... needed this info, but must say I work on this dam thing way too much to keep it running... but it definitely takes a beating, this mower beast when running good, I run it up hill, side hill everything and cuts fine as long as your tires are inflated well and sharp blade! Dont know why people dont like this mower, IF you have a little common sense and a little mechanical ability... get this mower.. but be aware, if you can keep on top of it it's a cool little mower.

[@kakahrot]

Dude! Literally about to call somebody out to fix it. Adjusted the shroud and fixed. Thanks so frustrating. Went through full diagnosis with multimeter couldn’t figure it out.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Very glad I could help

[@scottmartin4516]

I appreciate you making this video! I was having the same problems on my R1000 and it was that stupid dummy button by the shroud.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Scott Martin Vlogs . sweet I'm glad this could help. It can definitely be a very frustrating mower

[@RobertHunterinOburg]

Hi Jeremy - thank you very much for this video. I couldn't figure out the issue for the life of me - I replaced the solenoid and the ignition switch and still nothing. I watched your video, kicked the damn deck back in place as you showed, and it cranked like brand new. I should have known to try harder to find a video on issues with this mower. Thanks again for the video.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

That's awesome .. so glad it helped

[@adolfomorales2624]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 hi sir so where is the other switch can you help me please

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

@@adolfomorales2624 follow the blade engagement lever down to bottom below the plastics and you will see one also under the seat

[@DoItBigB]

Thank you sir fixed mine in 15 seconds it was the clipper shroud. I have mine stored in my garage along wall.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Glad I could help

[@ablehome2003]

Same here 5 yrs minimum issues. I do run alcohol/ethonal free gas. I did add a shut off to the fuel line. Shut fuel off after every use. At the end of the mowing season shut fuel off and run till the carb runs out of gas. At the beginning of the mowing season I disconnect the shut off from the carb side fuel line. Spray carb cleaner into line. Give it a couple steady squirts then reconnect the shut off to the line. Open fuel cock, choke and start it up. As for the safety switch by the discharge chute, use a zip tie to depress and hold it in. Don't forget to keep an eye on your oil level and change every couple of seasons. Change your fuel filter and air filter when you do the oil. Check your blade and sharpen as needed. I have gotten 5 yrs. out of my battery even leaving it in through Iowa winters. Just remember to always shut your key off, if not you can discharge your battery. There are other videos to help you bypass other safety mechanisms if you choose There is one that gives you the ability to mow in reverse. Okay people, stay safe and happy mowing.

[@91dodgespiritrt]

I have one of these mowers. It's only a year and a half old. I currently have a no start crank/rolling in park - situation. It seems that the parking gear won't engage preventing me from starting the mower. Also I noticed that I was having a hard time stopping it before shutting it off which led to my current free wheeling no crank situation. This problem occurred at the end of mowing my lawn. I had to roll it back into the garage as it wouldn't start due to not going into PARK. It rolls free in the PARKING gear.

[@anthonyg6221]

One way to keep your carb clean is to run some 2 cycle premix before winter storage, or the last time you mow for the season. Works better than fuel stabilizer IMO. I've never had to remove/clean a carb in the last 20 years on my mowers. I live in northern IL where the mower sits for at least 5 months and they always start without issue with the old gas from the previous year. I think the gas evaporates but the coating of 2 stroke oil prevents varnish?

[@rj21157]

I have the same issue as Melissa Fuller. I was mowing some high grass(4-6 inches) and apparently missed a large rock when canvasing the yard pre-mow. As soon as I hit it the mower stopped and I pulled it back and removed the rock, checked the blades and tried to start the mower. It would not do anything, no sound, no clicking ,nothing. I'm gonna check the blade shroud and hope that's it. Whether it works or not I'll be back to let you know.

[@joshmaster618]

I know numerous people who own this mower has no problems. Made for smaller yards, and yes saves on space. Mine works great!

[@ryanfontenot6629]

Dudes a joke I hog one of these for free the guy thought it needed a starter. Turns out the starter had come loose bolted back tight three years ago and this mower starts every time I use it and outcutz as far as quality of cut any other I've had

[@reagangarrett4027]

That shroud switch got me 2 yrs ago but contact cleaner got her going. Now having another safety switch issue. Power ok solenoid OK, going to check continuity on other switches. Let you know what turns up. Starting at the seat switch(looks like a tear down to get to)

[@rm62rocket]

Thank you! My son went out to mow the lawn for the first time and our R1000 wouldn't start. Started looking at the switches , but didn't know about the one on the deck. When out and fixed that and it started right up. Thanks for posting the video... Very helpful!

[@jim00072002]

i was told i should replace the engine with a Brigg Stratton would be nice if there was a video on that!

[@nelcortes]

excellent video, very helpful...Question? Do you know how to level the deck from right to left? my machine cut it no equal..

[@geocle5]

awesome job I have one of these... I just changed the blade on it .... And now it does not start..I checked the sensor on the deck but still not starting

[@shawnrowell6195]

Can you do a video on how to disassemble so you can access the carburator? I've been trying to get it going, and have had a devil of a time. All of the Sears repair videos show a different motor set up. I would greatly appreciate it if you could help me out.

[@markshuput5228]

I run 91 octane, do a full tune up and cleaning every fall, in I've had 0 issues with this mower for 6 years. I live in iowa where winters can be long. I pull the battery and store it in my basement and I can get 4 years out of it. If you take care of this mower, it will take care of you.

[@DavidMartinez-ck9st]

I have taken the carb off without doing all of that . It’s a pain but can be done .

[@georgekhoury583]

I don't know what this guy saying but I've had mine for 3 years now and it is by far the best cut it looks like a golf course when I cut with this thing I think it all has to do with rear engine design. It's never given me any trouble just minor maintenance spark plug blade change that's about it. Just went through hurricane Sally and this little Mighty horse pulled some big logs for a week and a half straight to the front of my yard out by the road with no problem at all this thing has been through hell and back and hasn't given me one liquor problem the reason why I bought it is because everybody Raves about them how good they are. Mine is a Craftsman r1500 and I love this thing

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Well that's good to know. As you can read from the comments below you seem to be the only one without trouble. If you don't know what I'm saying. Reread the comments and watch the video again. You'll catch on

[@ralphmonsolino6364]

Ive been fighting a problem for 2 yrs now and cant figure it out..when I turn the steering wheel it doesn't turn..grinding noise..I changed the gear at the end of the steering wheel and the part that the gear sits into and does the same thing..any suggestions

[@kimschade8715]

I have this mower which was my dads, it has sat unused for 2 years. I need to change oil and gas. How do I drain oil? This thing has been a pain in the butt. But then again I am unfamiliar with them.

[@HeyItz_Nash]

We can't figure out how to replace the belt! Any tips on how to correctly install a new belt?

[@JimBrosephx7x5]

Hey great video! I was cutting the grass yesterday and the blades engaged, no problem. Then I went to eat lunch came back and the mower started up, but the blades wouldn't turn on again!? That lever to engage the blades works (it makes contact with that small button) but maybe there's a wire that blew or something? Would really appreciate your help!

[@rickc7565]

The button does not engage the blades. It is the safety sensor. The blades engage mechanically. Check to see if the belt is not off the wheel or broken. When you move the lever it moves a wheel and tightens the belt to engage the blade. There is also a spring that may be off or broken.

[@CutterElfquest]

Eff me in the xxx running….THANK YOU!! That stupid switch on the grass shoot had me one KZbin video away from pouring gas on it and setting it on fire. The thing runs good (BS things like this aside) but I think they built a mower around the motor. Geez!!

[@smg022593]

I just bought a R1500, Basically same mower as yours almost... I bought it almost brand new from a guy who used it only a couple times, and then decided he didnt want to mow anymore, and parked it.... I drove it at his house and drove back with it, drove it and started mowing the yard then all sudden stated bogging down and shutting off, I can crank it, it'll stay on for few minutes then start bogging and then trying stay on then finally give in. Then wait 2 minute, i can recrank and itll do same think few minutes later... little annoying trying figure out what exactly it is, I changed the gas, fuel filter, and so on... Starting think its the Carburetor, but i opened it and it didnt seem dirty at all.. Trying find videos on this dang thing has been a pain and trying get some input.. Thanks.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

if this situation continues after it's been running for a couple minutes. It sounds possibly like your fuel cap is not venting properly. The very next time it happens right before it shuts off try to open the gas tank. If you hear a lot or air escaping or pressure releasing.. there's a good chance your gas cap is not venting like it should. Or do you possibly could have something floating around in your tank that would be blocking the hole where the fuel drains into the fuel line

[@smg022593]

Jeremy Calnan I tried the gas cap trip and it still did it, I did order a new carb just in case, cause it just feel like a fuel issue, which is weird for a mower less then a year old, but idk how last guy did I just know he parked it with gas in it for a year after trying it one time

[@Tattoo15k]

you just potentially saved me a lot of money with that deck switch.

[@shannonbrooks8834]

Thanks for trying too help ppl. I have an old Craftsman mid engine with no spark. Damn ground issue from coil. Pull ground off, runs but won't shut off The fix? Bypass ground too starer switch. Is that finding the real issue Hell no! Thanks all you KZbin experts! Ya didn't show how too fix the problem ,but bypass it. DAMNIT man..

[@sxewhodey]

I have the TB30 version of this, but with a slightly different engine. The jet isnt slotted on it, So I can either destroy the assembly to adjust or do the "helpless consumer" warranty service. Did you have to do any adjusting to the jet on the side (Yours has the slotted end)? This one I am working on runs super hot and shuts itself down after 10 minutes

[@CJP9694]

QUESTION: How can you attach the THROTTLE ROD to a new carburetor (it is not long enough). Do I need to remove the nearest carb stud??

[@jeffsmith2309]

I have the same mower. I have replaced the calibrator fuel lines and rollover valve on top of the tank. this mower will only run if I hold my hand over the air filter inlet. I am down to the alignment of the carb. any clue on how to accomplish this? I have searched on line but can not find the procedure.

[@JLSliger]

The vacuum line that runs along the gas line.. Where does the end towards the front attach to?

[@mariomendizabal3699]

would you mind helping me out? My mower just like this one will no longer change gears. I am stuck on first gear. I used to be able to press the clutch and switch gears, now I can change the gears without having to press the clutch but it only stays on first gear speed.. Thank you!!

[@dekrahs]

Hoping you can help me with my problem. The parking brake no longer engages. I push the brake pedal all the way down and shift the speed lever down to the parking position but when I let up on the brake the mower still thinks its in 1st gear.

[@eduardomontes1676]

I’m having a problem with the wheels not turning at times because of the saw like axel under the steering wheel. Do I need to replace it?

[@jeffcoleman8013]

I have this mower for 6 years .It was my moms and she passed away.Im not getting any fire to the new plug I put on.Must be the coil ???? To get to the coil takes a while .Any idea on how to test it?

[@patrickmanuell-mw2lt]

On the 4 prong starter solenoid how do you wire it and the coil can you cut and hook up the shut off wire?

[@mdrichards1985]

I just bought one off some one, the hoses coming off the air filter are dry rotted, especially the thin one. I can handle the main fuel hose with ease. but the 2nd thin one that comes off the air filter assemply, I can not track to where it goes to.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

That's most likely the crankcase breather tube. It should go into the valve cover.

[@brandonheinrich6347]

Thanks for this video

[@ddwight11]

Can you do a video on how to change the drive belt on this mower Craftsman RER 1000

[@garyblack8717]

I just need to know how long the stupid thing is! The parts houses all say 35.25" but the one I've got is 35.25 and it seems to be about 6" or so too long.

[@reggieguedry7916]

Is there any more safety switches other then the ones you spoke about in this video?

[@jacobstaten2366]

you listed a bunch of problems except the one I have. Right now every time I try to get the blades to start it won't go. Have had trouble with the other things you mentioned though.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Does the engine shut down when you attempt to put the blades on? Or do the blades simply not turn on when you engage them?

[@jacobstaten2366]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 I got it running again. Idk what the problem was. The engine ran fine, but the blades wouldn't engage. I wonder if it was just something that needed to shake loose because I said there working the action over and over trying but didn't see anything wrong.

[@brokah09g]

Have a 2014 R1000, previous owner changed PTO cable incorrectly. Mower runs fine however blades will not engage. Can you show my how to properly install the the PTO cable from the lever to the deck? Thank you

[@labellemike]

Great Video!!

[@michaelbiggs1547]

Brake is stuck, if I lift it up it goes. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

[@donaldsampson4944]

Hey thanks for the video. I have one that revs out at maximum rpm constantly. I can’t use it as it as all the bolts are coming loose since it is revving so high. Any idea what this could be? Thanks and God !

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Typicallythat would be related to the throttle cable or the governor which is located on the side of the block. You would should check all of the linkage that is directly connected to your carburetor make sure nothing is stuck wide open or bent

[@Frosty-eu3hq]

How do you remove the battery? I have the R1000 series which looks like what you were working.

[@tombarton2155]

Have trouble finding out clutch engagements willnotshifttostart

[@colterino422]

Have this exact mower and it mows great. I have a brass rod that disconnected somehow and it's just sitting on the deck. It connects to something in the rear and was held in place with a small cotter pin. Any idea what it's for and how to re-connect it?

[@merlerichardson784]

I have one of these. The double pulley at the back keeps popping out of its seat. I cannot find a picture of what the bottom of the seat should look like......photo from the ground up would be helpful. I can see/feel a hex nut on bottom but cannot figure out what is missing that should hold it in place....if you can send photos or answer...i thank you.

[@kelligrey5255]

Mower mows uneven...what is up with that? Also now blowing exhaust at first spring start up?

[@eddierodriguez7250]

I own this mower and this video helped getting it running again. That safety switch is awful. But I got it to work. Now my mower does not move when put in drive or reverse. Just runs but doesn’t go. Any advice?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

I would definitely check the other safety switches. Some of them could be malfunctioning. If you can disconnect them and blow them out and clean them out to make sure the contact is getting a good connection. That may help

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Also make sure that the transmission disconnect lever in the back of the mower is pushed in all the way. If it's pulled out it will not allow the mower to move

[@kevinmetcalf6371]

Dude I will be asking you for advice soon. I'm being given one tomorrow. Tks in advance

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

I'll be here! 👍

[@daveyt4802]

My Mom's won't move. Any clutch or brake fix solutions? It starts and runs fine, mower works fine. We use non ethanol fuel only.

[@0789b3n]

Hey man I have a mower that I could use some help on after running for about 20 mins and it getting hot it will not start again

[@stevenb320]

Do you have a diagram for the 3 belts on the mower. I am replacing all 3 and something doesn't seem right foe the front belt to the deck and the rear lower belt

[@TravCanFixit]

oh man...that stupid sensor got me! Thanks for the tip. I would have tore the whole thing apart if you didnt say that...

[@mattstupp7683]

How do you take the float bowl from the carburetor off? I think thats what its called lol

[@williammcilrath9828]

just found your vids bro have a tb30r troy bilt every time a engage blade motor shuts down any ideas thanks BILL

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Definitely would first assume it's one of the sensors. Especially the seat sensor. If the sensor does not sense that you're in the seat it will immediately kill the mower when you try to engage the blades

[@SilverBulletNation]

Was wondering if you might be able to help. My mower just started to act up. It will start up then die immediately. I replaced the fuel lines and oil filter, as well as the oil filter. Was wondering if it might be the carburetor?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Yes typically it's the idle jet in the carburetor. It's normally a very simple fix

[@kimberlytristan8204]

hey bud mine is not getting fire i pulled the plug and see no spark i have been tryin to jump the seat switch but have read that you cant jump this model switch assuming that is my problem already tried twisting the wires together still no fire 2 yellow wires and 1 green any help would be appreciated

[@ms30250]

Question for you? I have newer version of this mower and for some reason when I put it in 6th gear the clutch/idler pulley doesnt come out all the way. I have to help it with my foot. If i dont it will not achieve full speed, I pulled most of it apart and cleaned the idler arm as i thought it was gummed or binding. After doing that, gears 1-5 engage snappy but the 6th gear still needs my help to fully engage. I am out of ideas.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Is there anything bent in the shift linkage by any chance

[@ms30250]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 not that I can tell. Theres no biding.

[@ms30250]

I pulled an aerator weighted with 150 lbs the day before. Is it possible the belt stretched?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

@@ms30250 I've seen stranger things.. but i wouldn't think so. Possibly if any mounting bolts came lose and the lever/ linkage shifted.. maybe lost cotter pin its hard to say... Maybe removing the cowel would give a better view of things.. also check clutch lever/ linkages

[@ms30250]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 it sat all week in the garage and when I fired it up on Friday it's back to normal. Maybe a belt/pulley was wet or got a little oil on it?

[@chriskaiwi9595]

when i put it in gear it turns off. even in park it stays on and then shuts off

[@joshywashy4039]

How do you replace the starter? I turn the key hear it click but doesn't crank

[@thomasczerniecki4278]

I just changed my oil, gave it test and put it away. The next day, it started but would hardly move when I put it in gear. Any thoughts?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Sometimes when changing oil , it can get messy.. oils could've gotten on your drive pulley or drive belt.. that would cause it to slip and not want to move or move well. I would double check all belts and pulleys to make sure they are not wet with oil. Let me know 😊

[@jellybirdsadventures]

i have a r1000 and hit a root that caused the mower to shut off. When i started it back up it ran until i engaged the blade. Now it smokes like crazy . The belt is rubbing somewhere I just cant figure out where? any suggestions?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Hard to know specifically. But if you think about it the blade is connected to the mandrill and on top of the Mandrill is the pulley where the belt is .. most of the police have some sort of belt guide right up against it or near it. That is to prevent the belt from popping off when you shut the blades off too fast. So there's a chance a small bracket could be rubbing on the belt if anything is bent. I would also check to make sure the mandrill is not broken.. a lot of times they're made out of cheap metal

[@billylykins7773]

We have this mower and it starts but wont move in forward or reverse? What area should I look at first to try and troubleshoot the issue?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

@@billylykins7773 I would first remove the cover that's located in the very back of the mower. It's the metal shroud that covers all of your drive pulleys. I would just want to make sure that your drive belt has not popped off or broke. From there I guess I would have to check up underneath the mower to make sure there's no debris or anything blocking the tensioner pulleys from engaging. I don't recall that that mower has a neutral pull lever. Most mowers have a transmission disengagement lever that you can pull out so you can push the mower freely if you're needing to move it around without starting it. I'm pretty sure yours does not have one

[@joetanga1352]

another thing would of been to cover how to replace the drive belt. it sucks, found it much easier to do after you have the rear taken apart as you did

[@stevenhitchner306]

I just bought a 2016 model R1000 that was a no start. The PO had bought a new carb for it, so I installed the new carb. Now it starts and stays running, but it surges/hunts at all speeds and runs really rich. I have adjusted the float to close the inlet needle a little sooner, but no change. The idle air screw has no effect. Any ideas other than finding a smaller main jet? It has a #98 jet in it now.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

That's definitely very strange that a brand new carb do that.. it leads me to believe that possibly there could be fuel contaminants. Possibly something may have been in the fuel line that made its way into the carb blocking the idle jet. I would stick a flashlight down inside the fuel tank and make sure there's nothing floating around in there. Then I would check the fuel filter just to make sure it's not falling apart and some of the particles are making its way to the carburetor

[@user-wx6by5ho1d]

Hello , I put new carb on and for some reason the bottom of the solenoid on the carb rubs on pulley , am I putting it on wrong ?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Potentially could have been installed wrong but I've also seen where the wrong carb will fit on the mower but have these issues so if you want to shoot me over some photos. You can find my contact info on the website www.jcssmallenginerepair.com And I'll be happy to try to help figure it out with you

[@fredmasciangelo9889]

How do you remover the metal place with the cutout to remover the carburetor. Your video shows no metal plate below the belt pulley and the carburetor bottom. Troy-Bilt TB30R 10.5-HP Manual 30-in Riding Lawn Mower

[@larryorrman5235]

The Craftsman version and the Troy-Bilt version are powered by different engines so there are slight differences.

[@rickc7565]

If it's like mine you need to remove two bolts and it have little triangle cut outs that bend down like barbs. You need to push it forward and pry it up then pull it back to slide it out.

[@petmykittie6946]

Please make a video of removing the carb

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

I wish I could. But I no longer have that mower. It was one of my customers. I just rewatched the video and through my description I think I may have covered everything on how to remove it. If you get stuck in a particular spot please let me know

[@syvehc1]

I got one used, I should have watched this first, it was working great, but now it stalls every time I engage the blades. It runs and drives fine, but stalls turning on the blades. Your right, a hunk of junk. I should have never bought it. I'm thinking it might be the belt, but it seems ok.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

It's most likely going to be the sensor on your seat

[@syvehc1]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 it turned out to be the sensor on the deck. The guy I bought it from put tape on it and it came off I didn't notice it right away. Hopefully this thing lasts me a few years. As you showed on this video, they're not very good. I'll find out, but I only paid 200, so if it lasts a year or two I guess I got my money's worth.

[@robertyearian227]

I've got my drive belts off of mine had to replace the motor as you know its a bi×÷= to change i forgot whitch way the plate bolts under the bottom of motor can you plz take pic ofvtge way it mounts up pullies and mount i really appreciate

[@Bigband78]

My mower was working wonderful until today. When I depressed the Clutch pedal down to start it the pedal stays down and it won't come back up. Any Suggestions?

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

Possibility that a linkage is broke or bent. They all operate on a spring system and pivot points .. check to make sure that they return spring is still.it is responsible for letting the foot pedal come back

[@alarry31]

does anyone have a belt routing diagram for this mower i am replacing the drive belt and cant figure out how it runs. also were the rear tension pulley hooks too

[@robertyearian227]

Can you plz take pic of under the motor the plate and belt routing i forgot how it goes together

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

I don't want to misunderstand what you mean. Could you be a little more specific or clarify. Are you just needing the belt diagram?

[@robertyearian227]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 hey Jeremy I replaced the motor on my mower like yours I had to take the plate off from under the mower that has the shifting rods or clutch tods hooked to it I thought I could remember how this goes back together well after a couple weeks of not messing with it for the life of me I can't figure out how thst bracket and pullies go under tgd rngine I was hoping you could take a cpl pictures for me send them to me so I can get this mess back together thanks in advance

[@brodymorrison4758]

Got tired of mine, and bought a Scag. Gave this thing a pulley swap, and it goes 23. Only good it’s ever done for me.

[@lild6216]

im haveing problems with my belt and i need to know what the belt and tension pully set up should look like

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

David Stephens do you need the diagram of the belt so you know how it goes in on properly?

[@lild6216]

I got the belt on but properly but its still loose and falls of when the blades are disengaged i think my tension pully is of and need to see what the underside of the mower looks like to make sure in not missing anything ... i hit something and the belt smoked bad and came off

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

David Stephens this is the best i can find tonight. if I have any time tomorrow I'll see if I can find more info www.partstree.com/parts/mtd/mowers-lawn-garden-tractor/247-290000-13b226jd099-craftsman-rer1000-lawn-tractor-2013-sears/mower-deck/

[@twsted72shortshots3]

How do you bypass the switches for testing when you think you have a bad switch. Also, i switched to using only recreational fuel in my small engines. Way better.

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

@@twsted72shortshots3 I only know how to bypass a two-wire safety switch. By creating a small jumper wire about 2 in long it has male spade connectors on each end so you can just plug it in to the socket where the harness is and that will bypass it. Anything more than two wire I'm not really sure

[@dwightarnold1824]

i am having a problem with changing my belt i changed it but not sure if it installed correctly as the belt seems to big can slip right off the pulley

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/kIOvm5mIaqqgbac hope this helps..

[@dwightarnold1824]

@@jcssmallenginerepair3261 thanks very much yes i saw and followed this thats how i have it installed but there is slack in the belt not sure what else could be wrong other than belt size but i purchased what it called for

[@jcssmallenginerepair3261]

@@dwightarnold1824 ok .. let's check for all pulleys and see if they are loose. Let's check and make sure you are not missing any springs that are used for tension. They would be directly related to the blade engage lever.. Let me know if you got a direct replacement belt or one from Advanced Auto.. how did you match up the belt?