Generally the ignition switch activates headlights on a riding mower and the start position only send current to the starter solenoid. If you turn the key and the engine cranks over than the lack of spark is going to be something else. If it is a riding mower you will have several safety switches to prevent start up under unsafe conditions.
The kill wire from the coil typically connects to the ignition switch or a safety mechanism that grounds the ignition system to shut down the engine. This connection enables you to stop the mower engine by turning off the switch or engaging the safety feature.
If the mower has a shift knob control for "Start" "Run" and 'Stop', the kill switch will be on the end of the cable that leads to the throttle bracket. If the mower has the safety handle that shuts off the mower when it is not depressed, the kill switch will be at the end of the cable that leads from the handle to the engine. If the mower is operated with an on-off ignition switch, the kill switch wire will be spliced to the switch "off" wire some where between the throttle cable and the switch.
To turn on a lawn mower, you typically need to locate the ignition switch or pull the starter cord, then push the primer bulb a few times if it has one. Finally, pull the starter cord or turn the ignition switch to start the engine.
The kill switch is typically the ignition key. Depending on the mower it could also be a red push button labelled "emergency stop"
Symptoms of a bad ignition coil on a lawn mower include difficulty starting the engine, engine misfiring or stalling, and poor performance or loss of power while mowing.
The engine kill switch is under the seat.
Mine is built into the ignition switch. After you crank it turn the key back to the left slightly.
because it is trying to ignight the gasoline the grinding is the spark plug sparking because it is trying to ignight the gasoline the grinding is the spark plug sparking
To straight wire a lawn mower, locate the ignition switch and disconnect the battery for safety. Identify the wires leading to the ignition system and the starter; typically, you'll connect the positive wire directly to the starter solenoid and bypass the ignition switch. Ensure all connections are secure and insulated to prevent short circuits. Finally, reconnect the battery and test the mower to ensure it starts properly.
When turned to the "Off" position, it connects the ignition to the frame ground to turn off the ignition and therefore the spark (fire.)
The safety switch to start the motor on a Ranchking riding mower is located in the ignition. If the clutch needs to be depressed several times before the mower will start, there might be a problem with the adjustment of the clutch.
My Huskee mower will not mow in reverse due to a switch that kills the engine if the blades are engaged. This is very inconvenient. I removed the switch and it now mows in reverse. Do this at your own risk. I am the only person who uses my mower and it will be reinstituted when I sell the mower.