I have craftsman 23 hp rider and it blows the 30 amp fuse every time I turn the ignition switch to try to start it. I replaced the ignition switch and that did not work. I have traced the wires as best I can and do not see any bare wires grounding out. It has blown this fuse several times during the 4 years I have had it, but I could put a new fuse in and it would start right back up. I need help with this PLEASE!

PJ, August 2006

Disconnect the starter motor and see if it blows fuse .....if it does just disconnect wiring one at a time till it quit blowing fuse and you`ll have it

bg, August 2006

Check to see if the starter motor is locked up or shorted out.

Rick, August 2006