Craftsman R1000 (247.29000) surging and wiring issue.

[jerry1977]

Provided that wiring schematic is the correct one then the starter solenoid should engage when the deck switch closed, Pto Switch in off position, and the brake applied. The reverse switch has nothing to do the cranking other than killing the magneto while the engine running and you put the mower in reverse while the PTO is engaged,

Something is simply wired wrong and you need someone that knows how troubleshoot electrical problems. Plug and Play won't cut it. Admit you need some help from a knowledge person their hands on the mower. There is no shame asking someone to put their hands on the mower to help you out.

I have had many a DIYer come to my shop after spending a lot money trying to fix an electrical problem to only find something missed wired or fifty cent terminal bad.

I have to thank you for the advise here, as you have mentioned that the three switches should energize starter. I've looked again the whole schema and of course the ground wasn't properly soldered where it should be!! I have soldered closed circuit not connecting it all the way to the deck switch! That explains why the spring was closing the circuit!
Awesome back in business! Thanks again rusty in reading electrical schemes it seems been while when worked on 2 cycle motorcycles
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