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    Oct 4, 2011, 01:18 PM
    26 HP Craftsman mower problem
    The battery wouldn't turn over the motor. I jumped it and thought I was good to go. As soon as I disconnected the jumper cable the mower died. I thought the battery might be shorted so I disconnected the battery (both terminals) and jumped it again. It started right up but again as soon as I disconnected the jumper cable it died. Is this a charging system problem? How do I troubleshoot? Any suggestions? Thanks for your time
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    Oct 4, 2011, 02:47 PM
    Bad battery .
    Unit will not run with a bad battery.
    Have your battery tested
    Most shops will tested it free.
    Luck
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    Oct 4, 2011, 06:52 PM
    Thanks DG. I know that old school motors like my 14 HO Kohler will run without a battery. Are you saying that the 26 HP Kohler won't run without a battery?
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    Oct 4, 2011, 08:26 PM
    Yes sir that's what I'm saying.
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