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    b61546 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 16, 2009, 06:24 PM
    Riding lawnmower won't start
    Has new starter and battery. Trying to start its dead though when battery connected to charger starter hums. Weird!
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    Fr_Chuck Posts: 81,301, Reputation: 7692
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    Jun 16, 2009, 07:51 PM

    I have moved your post here from the forum help area. The forum help area is where you ask questions on how to use this site.

    I know it can be confusing.

    Someone will be here shortly to help you with the lawn mower isusue
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    Jun 21, 2009, 11:06 AM

    Hi,
    With just the info given I would say you have a solenoid stuck "closed." Do need more info like brand, model, engine, model, type, etc.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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    Jun 21, 2009, 11:09 AM

    Also,make sure battery is fully charged. When it hums try lightly tapping on the starter,and see if it will turn over.
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