Recent: Will I need to replace my garden tap?

Mend > Lawn Mowers

Mend Craftsman 917.273820 Hp Lawn

My Craftsman 18.5 HP, 42" Lawn Tractor Model No 917.273820 won't start?

My Craftsman 18.5 HP, 42" Lawn Tractor Model No 917.273820 won't start. It worked fine at the end of last year. When I tried to start this year I got nothing but a clicking sound, not like a battery clicking, but more of a ratcheting sound. Sounds like it comes from the front area of the motor. I have put it on a trickle charger thinking the battery was dead, but just keep getting the clicking sound as described above.

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!!!

Mark Hensley
April 2006
CraftsmanCraftsman 917.273820Garden Tools, Lawn MowersCraftsman Hp Lawn
I had a similair problem, when the technician came out to fix it he adjusted the valves. Apparently when they are out of adjusmtent it locks the engine and makes it very difficult to start. He said they are supposed to be adjusted about every 30 hours

Nathan
June 2006
If the starter motor is not trying to turn it may be the solenoid.
If the starter motor is trying to turn suspect the starter drive that is on the top of the starter.

Rick
April 2006

Automatic Answer

We may have found other answers which could help you.

Click here for Craftsman Hp Lawn

Related Questions ...

Mend lawn mower craftsman engine
1

how do you set the timing on a 18 hp ovc crafsman rideing lawn mower?

how do i set the timing on a 18 hp craftsman rideing lawn mower ?
Mend engine lawn hp
1

engine on lawn tractor surges at all speeds?

I have a craftsman tractor with a 25f hp kosher engine. My problem is the engine surges at all speeds like the... [Read more]
Mend hp craftsman mower lawn
1

proper compression for tecumseh 6.5 hp craftsman mower?

what is proper compression for a craftsman 6.5 hp lawn mower. Runs great, just rebuilt re-finished, just doing... [Read more]
Mend gas craftsman hp
2

How to remove gas tank and top shroud craftsman eager 1 6.5 hp lawn mower?

I'm trying to diagnose a freebie lawnmower I got. Craftsman Eager 1 6.5hp self propelled. I want to take o... [Read more]
Mend craftsman lawn model
2

Craftsman 5.5 hp lawn mower revs up & down/run erratic?

My Craftsman 5.5 hp lawn mower Model No. 917.377700 has begun to run erratic; that is, the engine revs up and ... [Read more]
Mend craftsman riding model
1

How do I change a transaxle in my craftsman riding lawn mower?

How do I change a transaxle in my craftsman riding lawn mower; model # 917.271813; 9.5 HP Electric start; 42" ... [Read more]
Mend hp craftsman hand
1

how to trade engines?

I have an old 11 hp Craftsman lawn tractor with a launched motor, and I have on hand a newer 15.5 hp motor. I ... [Read more]
Mend lawn mower carburetor spark
1

Mower wont start?

I have a Craftsman lawn mower that wont start it is a 6.5 hp. Model #917.378460 with Ele.Start it i have check... [Read more]
Mend craftsman lawn tractor
1

craftsman lawn tractor?

for craftsman 18.5 hp 42 in. deck how do i replace deck mounted interlock switch model 917.273812 mount... [Read more]
Mend engine lawn tractor compression
1

how to fix the 20 hp briggs & stratton engine in my craftsman lawn tractor?

the engine has lost compresion in the left side because of a valve seal coming loose we ordered a new one from... [Read more]
Mend carburetor engine lawn mower
2

lawn mower starts and cuts off?

my craftsman 6.5 hp tic starts and gets to top idle and shuts off. i have checked and cleaned the plug,cleaned... [Read more]
Mend control engine speed
1

How to control engine speed on craftsman lawn mower?

What controls engine govenor on Kolar 16 hp smart spark engine?
Mend hp craftsman engine
1

Oil leaking?

I have a eager 1. 5.5 hp craftsman lawn mower. Engine runs fine but oil leaks from the top of the engine. Th... [Read more]
Mend lawn hp replaced
2

lawn mower blade hit curb? craftsman 6.5 HP?

blade bent replaced blade will not start hard too turn blade by hand
Mend lawn hp mower
2

My lawn mower's pulley is very hot?

When I started my Craftsman 17.5 hp lawn mower I smelled the mower's drive belt burning. I stopped the engine ... [Read more]
Mend lawn mower drive belt craftsman

need diagram for ltv 10 craftsman front drive belt ?
Mend runs wide open

My crafdtsman 14.5 horse lawnmower throttle runs wide open. How do I stop i?
Mend Garden Tools, Lawn Mowers

manual for model 944.368300?
Mend correct problem number

How do I correct this problem?
Mend engine tractor lawn mower

Briggs Stratton 21 HP Craftsman tractor stuck on high rev?
Mend craftsman hello starts blades

Craftsman 536270270 has no speed in grass or any incline?
Mend Garden Tools, Lawn Mowers

where is the poitive on a 33-431 solenoild?
Mend rear tine tines

crftsman rear tine tiller m#917294482 wheels not engaging. tines engage?
Mend Garden Tools, Lawn Mowers

belt install on Craftsman weedwhacker 917.773710?
Mend craftsman lawn tractor

How can I fix my Craftsman lawn tractor model no. 917.273622 lift assembly?
Mend riding mower wiring diagram lawn mower

needing wireing diagram for craftsman riding mower?
Mend model web find

lifters?

How to mend ...

Find out how to mend just about anything howtomendit.com for free repair help, information and advice.
Mend Lawn Mowers ...

Other models...

Craftsman 310707Craftsman 32ccCraftsman 5.5Craftsman 572.610031Craftsman 6 hpCraftsman 6.0Craftsman 6.5Craftsman 6.75Craftsman 917.255581Craftsman 917.271011Craftsman 917.271420Craftsman 917.272761Craftsman 917.273090Craftsman 917.273642Craftsman 917.387490Craftsman 917.388834Craftsman 917271080Craftsman Eager-1Craftsman LT 1000Craftsman RE2000

Related Categories

Mend Chainsaws
Chainsaws
Mend Grass Trimmers
Grass Trimmers
Mend Hedge Trimmers
Hedge Trimmers
Mend Irrigation Systems
Irrigation Systems

Topic

Craftsman 917.273820 Wont Start - Help!