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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Riding Lawn Mower Replace Safety Switch #532197802
Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Replace Safety Switch #532197802
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$20.83Estimated Savings
$112.5002:57
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the safety switch (or blade interlock switch) on Craftsman lawn mowers. The most common reasons for replacing the switch are if it prevents the mower from starting even if the blades are not engaged or if it does not prevent the mower from starting even when the blades are engaged.
All of the information in this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket
All of the information in this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the blade interlock switch in your riding mower make sure the engine has cooled the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
3
Now lift up the hood and use a 3/8th inch socket to help unthread the fuel tank mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts removed, set the tank aside.
5
Next, use a quarter-inch socket to unthread the screws securing the clutch actuator assembly.
6
Pull the handle off so you can release the actuator assembly from the steering housing.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and depress the retaining tabs to release the old interlock switch.
8
Install the new blade interlock switch by snapping it into place on the assembly frame.
9
Connect the wire harness to the new switch.
10
Now reinsert the clutch actuator lever through the slot in the steering housing.
11
Reposition the actuator assembly and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
12
Replace the handle on the lever.
13
Reposition the fuel tank and secure it with the mounting bolts.
14
With the repair completed lower the hood and your riding mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the safety switch (or blade interlock switch) on Craftsman lawn mowers. The most common reasons for replacing the switch are if it prevents the mower from starting even if the blades are not engaged or if it does not prevent the mower from starting even when the blades are engaged.
All of the information in this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket
All of the information in this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the blade interlock switch in your riding mower make sure the engine has cooled the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
3
Now lift up the hood and use a 3/8th inch socket to help unthread the fuel tank mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts removed, set the tank aside.
5
Next, use a quarter-inch socket to unthread the screws securing the clutch actuator assembly.
6
Pull the handle off so you can release the actuator assembly from the steering housing.
7
Disconnect the wire harness and depress the retaining tabs to release the old interlock switch.
8
Install the new blade interlock switch by snapping it into place on the assembly frame.
9
Connect the wire harness to the new switch.
10
Now reinsert the clutch actuator lever through the slot in the steering housing.
11
Reposition the actuator assembly and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
12
Replace the handle on the lever.
13
Reposition the fuel tank and secure it with the mounting bolts.
14
With the repair completed lower the hood and your riding mower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Safety Switch
$20.83
Total$0.00
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