i did some work on the idler pulley for the mower deck?

Question

on my craftsman riding mower, now it won`t crank. what switches or wiring might i have effected to create this problem, and how do i locate the source of my problem?
model # 917256552

Answer 1

Is the belt back in the correct path? Its not binding on anything? Its possible when you tinkered with the idler pulley, the deck engagement sensor ( usually up underneath the tractor) couldve gotten out of wack. When you try and start the tractor- is the deck in the non running position? Double check everything underneath the tractor.
Kidd

Answer 2

I had this happen recently and found I had a blown fuse near the selenoid.