How To Easily Fix A 30" Rear Engine Riding Mower That Will Not Start, Won't Crank Or Won't Turn Over

[@awakenedtotruth8419]

Finally, someone showed all the safety switch locations. Thank you!

[@IndRepair]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@kennethvanhook1758]

You are a lifesaver. I had forgotten about my side chute safety switch. That was the problem and easily solved. Thanks you for your great video.

[@IndRepair]

Awesome!!

[@michaelfarris2556]

Won't be long, and you will get that fancy plaque for your wall. Thanks for your time and help.

[@IndRepair]

I hope it will come one day! Thanks for your words and for watching!!

[@chrisowen9378]

The wiring loom on that mower is insane !!! Power windows and door locks ???

[@IndRepair]

It should have with that much wiring!

[@christinehancock7931]

Thanks boss my two solenoid wires came loose for me and pop off and i didnt see it fixed and run great

[@IndRepair]

Awesome job

[@robertmcmahon2744]

Thanks!

[@IndRepair]

Thank you!

[@rey6206]

Outstanding video best one I ever seen

[@IndRepair]

I appreciate that!

[@frankie7508]

Excellent run down of the safety switches and how to test them, great job. Danny Boy 73 just puts a bolt through the mulch Cover, close to the safety switch and bolts the mulch cover directly to the frame of the machine. Your idea to heat up and plastically deform.The mulch cover at the safety switch is another good idea. Thanks again for the video. 👍👍👍

[@IndRepair]

A bolt works well but I have many customers who switch between bagging, side discharge or mulching so it needs to be easily removed. Thanks for your comment and for watching

[@breannaoliver6316]

​@@IndRepairestoy muy contento que ya rebasastes los 17k subscriptores, muchas felicidades!!

[@IndRepair]

¡¡gracias!!

[@fastlilpig]

There are way too many electric safety features on this little mower that will interrupt the starting current if they're all not working. I'm not recommending this for anyone, but I disabled all of them except the ignition key. Since I'm the only one who uses this mower and am way too familiar with it, it makes an unpleasant task a little simpler. Thanks for a great video!

[@IndRepair]

There sure are! Good job just be careful!

[@jayjay10283]

Can you explain how you bypassed all the switches

[@garypratt1453]

Excellent presentation 😊

[@IndRepair]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@paulmysliborski4832]

Great vid! I have a 2017 TB30, and maybe my story could help someone else as well... On my 2017, the brake-engage switch is up inside the frame on the right side. A mere 3-inches from the chute/plug switch. (I had no idea it was there..) When I removed my deck last fall, I forgot to unplug the chute switch, and it was tugging on the wires. When I realized that, I unplugged it and went about my business. When I reinstalled the deck, the mower would not start. I immediately checked the chute switch, and all other ones.(Numerous times!) All were fine. After going crazy and pulling the solenoid to bench test, I checked the wiring diagram online. I saw the 4th switch in the diagram, but had to search for it on the mower. When I found the damn thing, I discovered that by tugging at the wiring for the chute switch, it had pulled the brake switch out of alignment. (It has one mounting point, and can pivot.) I pushed it back into alignment, and BAM! I went through hell for 3 days with that little debacle. Here's hoping this will save someone else!! Lol

[@IndRepair]

Great info and help for others!

[@alucard1947]

Thank you this is good information. I have a 30 in just like this my issue is it starts but stalls after 10 minutes. Any idea to what this could be?

[@IndRepair]

I would remove the fuel tank cap when it happens, could be the vent. If removing the cap helps, this is what is happening. If not likely a restriction in the line/filter or carburetor

[@alucard1947]

@@IndRepair I think you're right about the line filter when I moved it a certain position the engine got stronger and stop sputtering thank you for the reply back much appreciated.

[@IndRepair]

Hope it works well now!

[@terrybrady7839]

When I change speeds on my TB 30 it takes a couple minutes before it reaches full speed. I have replaced two of the three belts but still have an issue. Any thoughts?

[@IndRepair]

The double variable pulley is the likely cause if both drive belts have been replaced

[@jayjay10283]

I have the same tractor starts fine but when I engage the blades the blades start and then the tractor turns off you have any idea what it could be.

[@IndRepair]

I would see if you can keep it running if you choke it some. If so likely a carburetor issue. Also check the deck to make sure everything spins freely and there is nothing in the way of the blade. If you take the belt off at the engine oulkey it is rather easy to do this

[@JordanKline]

Thank you so much. Mine was the stupid button against the side shoot. You saved me so much time and probably money.

[@IndRepair]

Seems like an extremely common issue! Glad you got it taken care of

[@markallisonmc]

Great video

[@IndRepair]

Thank you!

[@billemshoff9335]

Spot on! Thanks. I will get to work.

[@IndRepair]

Awesome news!

[@rickbroerman9267]

Thank you for your videos 📹!!! I Love them!!!

[@IndRepair]

Thanks for watching and for your comment!!

[@jjpac2011]

My 30" craftsman (looks same model as yours, just different badging) won't go in reverse when engaged. Is there an adjustment bolt somewhere? The front engine craftsmans (and others) have a 2 bolt attachment but mine doesn't. I have barely 2 hours on it so still new. thank you.

[@IndRepair]

Hey there, you can find a video on the adjustment at kzbin.info/www/bejne/moGUhnxoZt-npbM

[@jjpac2011]

@@IndRepair thank you! will definitely check it out today. much appreciated.

[@IndRepair]

@jjpac2011 glad to help!

[@jjpac2011]

@@IndRepair Thank you, thank you, thank you! Exactly what I was looking for. Searched high and low not just for YT videos but for manuals, etc. You saved me from eventually having to take it to the shop, saving me a bunch of money. Mahalo from the Pacific! What an easy fix.

[@IndRepair]

@@jjpac2011 Awesome news!

[@BulldogDesigns]

I have this same mower, new battery and I just get a loud click and whining noise when I go to start, is that likely a dead starter motor?

[@IndRepair]

I would try and jump the starter directly and see, it could just be the solenoid

[@BulldogDesigns]

@@IndRepairyeah did that and it did nothing but spark

[@IndRepair]

@@BulldogDesigns The starter is bad then unless the battery voltage is low or there are bad connections at the battery or ground wire

[@Shirmagedrusclau]

What is the weight of oil to put in this machine

[@IndRepair]

10W30

[@susanpalmer3133]

I have this lawn mower and the blades will not engage and I don't know what to do. It's been in the shop four times. It's brand new. I've only cut my grass one time and it's been 5 months. Is there anything you can do to help me please? Please help me

[@IndRepair]

What height are you trying to engage it on now? Lower the deck height then engage the blade and see if it works. I see the idler arm get jammed between the deck and frame often and will cause this issue. Otherwise, what is it doing when you engage the blades? Any noise or anything at all? Does it feel like there is tension?

[@Shirmagedrusclau]

This exact lawn mower it will start it will run for about a half hour or so and then all the sudden it starts sput sput sputtering and completely dies. I use high premium gas in it. Any ideas what it could be where it just dies. Oh I did replace the air filter didn't make a difference

[@IndRepair]

Fuel supply. Lines, filter, carburetor or fuel tank vent likely

[@garyanderson4374]

Cant find the BRAKE interlock switch...where is it?

[@IndRepair]

On many of these is is on the right side (as you are sitting on the mower) almost to the rear. If you look directly above the safety switch on the deck you will find the location attached to the frame just in front of / almost under the engine

[@motorsportsGEO]

I'm having an issue with this mower. Ran and cut fine. Shut down in the middle of cutting. Found a blown fuse. Replaced fuse and will blow fuse as soon as key is turned before the starter can even engage. Replaced ignition switch but no change. I'm guessing some type of short but no clearly visible exposed wires. Any suggestions ?

[@IndRepair]

Disconnect one thing, safety or switch at a time and see when it stops blowing. Start by disconnecting the starter since it only happens when key is to "start" position correct?

[@motorsportsGEO]

@@IndRepair ok thanks, I'll check the safety switches. And I'll disconnect the starter. I jumped the starter by connecting the two solenoid posts and the starter cranks.

[@IndRepair]

May crank but could be pulling high amperage to blow the fuse still

[@NEXTbigSTAR1]

There isno switch under the steering wheel, could there be another location for that switch

[@IndRepair]

Some of them are on the right side if sitting on the machine. It will be just in front of the engine at the right corner directly under the frame, you can see a small bolt in this location if the switch is here

[@JP67521]

great information

[@IndRepair]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@robertmcmahon2744]

Thanks for another useful video. Sending another few bucks your way to say "Thanks"🤝 Peace out and God Bless.😎✌🖖🤘🙏

[@IndRepair]

Hey, I really appreciate that! Thanks so much for watching also!

[@LymanFrenier]

I replaced the battery solenoid put a new spark plug in also a new air filter and a new gas filter when I try to start it up it just cranks it’s A tb30r also I can smell gas help

[@IndRepair]

Start with seeing if you are getting spark, then fuel, then compression. One will be missing

[@jerryt4701]

On my 2012 TB30, I can not find a park interlock switch. I had no problem finding the other PTO, deck and seat switch. I see no wires going to the steering column base area even after removing both plastic bases. So, is it possible that there is no park interlock on my 2012 model TB30?

[@IndRepair]

It looks like it is in the back underneath on what would be the right side if looking at the mower from behind. Have someone move the brake and see what is moving in back, there will be an interlock switch there somewhere

[@jerryt4701]

@@IndRepair I finally found it on the right side just inside of the right frame rail. It is just above the right rear mower deck just above the hinge that connects to height adjustment. Thanks for your help.

[@IndRepair]

Awesome! Glad to help

[@paulmysliborski4832]

​@@jerryt4701 I went through hell trying to find that switch on my 2017 TB30 last year. I removed the deck and forgot to disconnect the chute/plug switch. Turns out if you tug at those wires, it can misalign that brake switch. (they are only inches from each other).

[@kencurtis228]

TY for Sharing

[@IndRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@garypratt1453]

Yes helped

[@IndRepair]

So glad to help! Awesome!

[@MarlaSheppard-t2b]

The belt keeps shreading and flying off

[@IndRepair]

Idler pulley or spindle locked up or brake stuck on?

[@philliphall5198]

It’s crazy how much damage some people can do to a mower trying to fix it, the damage they do costs them big money in labor and parts 😢😢😢

[@IndRepair]

I see so much self inflicted damage it is unreal! Thanks for watching!!

[@SoggyCashew]

I have a no charge issue. It starts right up if battery is charged OR I jump it like you abd i can cut grass and after awil i can shut it off and it will start right back up but if I let it set for day then it won't start. It'll be dead again

[@IndRepair]

New battery?

[@philliphall5198]

Get a starter jump starter tool 😊

[@IndRepair]

They come in handy and save tons of time dragging out a charger!

[@ultramega72]

these mowers are garbage

[@IndRepair]

Only thing in the 30" market anymore so people with smaller gates don't have a choice. They are also $2,000, crazy world!

[@ultramega72]

@@IndRepair Bought it 5 years ago, for less than $1000, and now its double the price. Now, I'm about to drop $300 to change the starter motor, so servicing it is pricy as well. Garbage.

[@IndRepair]

Way of the world today unfortunately