[cledford]

Yesterday I went out changed the oil in my 1450, greased the deck bearings and mowed for the first time this season. On the way back up to the garage I have to climb a short, but very steep hill that I've not had a problem making it up before. For some reason I stalled on the hill. Usually I turn the deck off before the climb - so maybe this was the issue...)

Not thinking, without moving the hydro lever back to neutral, I reached down and turned the key to restart. (I did at least flip the PTO switch off) I was about midway up the hill at this point. The tractor surged forward a bit as it tried to start with the hydro still engaged and I realized the issue and let off the key. The damage was done.

Now, when I turn the key I get nothing. I checked the battery, which according to my meter is at 13volts. (I keep it on a tender) I thought it might be the starter and replaced it with another known good unit and still nothing.

I need to troubleshoot and I don’t have a good process. Could anyone provide a quick list of what I should check in what order – or a link to an existing resource/thread? Alternately, if you have a guess on what I messed up, feel free to let me know. I’d really appreciate it. It’s a real bummer to just get the tractor running and then have it go down.

Thanks!

-Calvin