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Old 02-06-2012, 11:19 AM   #1
carguymn
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Default 23hp Vanguard won't start

HELP, i am installing a 23 hp briggs into a project and I've run into a problem.

I am using the briggs keyswitch and extended the wiring to place the switch properly. The engine won't crank over with the switch. I can jump the terminals on the solenoid to get it to crank.

With the key off the orange wire from the hot side of the solenoid to the switch gets so hot it melts the heatshrink on the wiring. I have checked my wiring several times and I can't figure out what is going on.

Anyone seen anything like this???

I did put the battery charger on it when first trying to start it, so I think I fried something.
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