dustycarter 3 #1 Posted March 31, 2012 Well let me just say I HATE WIRING. I have a 312-8 and I have major wiring problems. My relay keeps going out and Im tired of replacing them. Is there any way i can bypass all the safety junk, all the indicator lights(never have used them) and just have wiring for my hour meter, amp meter and thats it? I just want to be able to turn the key and it start. Dont want no lights like I said just the hour meter and amp meter to work. SO if anybody knows how to do this please let me know. It will save me a major headache. Thank you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #2 Posted March 31, 2012 What year is your 312-8? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #3 Posted March 31, 2012 It is an 89 i BELIEVE Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #4 Posted March 31, 2012 Do you have magneto or battery ignition? Do you still have the ID tag? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #5 Posted March 31, 2012 Yes I do have the Id tag. 24172 is what is on it. Kohler magnum m12 471527. I guess it is battery. Like I said I am guessing though Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #6 Posted March 31, 2012 Now the relay that is on it, is there any way to by pass it and just connect those wires or do i actually need it on there? I got my hour meter and amp meter to work. I messed around with some wires and the diagram and got those to work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #7 Posted March 31, 2012 24172 does not match any 312-8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #8 Posted March 31, 2012 http://www.partstree.com/parts/?lc=&mn=2112k806 Sorry. I found it finally. The other Number was for a part I wrote down My mower is 2112k806 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #9 Posted March 31, 2012 I just posted a demystification guide for the wiring on your 1989 312-8 in the files section. Take a look at the second image (start circuit). It shows the relay (low oil). As long as you check you oil regularly, I don't see why you can't jumper the contacts if that is your only problem. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #10 Posted March 31, 2012 Thank you very much for the file. I am just going to keep the basics. one more question, how do I bypass the relay? I really appreciate all of your help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #11 Posted March 31, 2012 According to the diagram, it looks like there is a light blue and a purple wire attached to the relay. Remove them from the relay and hook them together. There will be 12 volts present when the key is turned to start, so be sure you wrap some tape around it so it doesn't short out to ground. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #12 Posted March 31, 2012 Got it to working. Your a genius. Im glad you all are smart at this stuff. Ive been working on it for almost a month then I come on here and have it done in 10 minutes. Thanks again! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rmaynard 14,970 #13 Posted March 31, 2012 Not a problem. It's a pleasure to be able to help. Now just remember to check your oil frequently. Without the low oil switch in play, you have to be careful that you don't ignore it or you will have bigger problems. :) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dustycarter 3 #14 Posted April 1, 2012 Yes your a life saver. I always check the oil in everything i use even when I had the oil switch. I keep it just right and hopefully it will last me a long time and no more wiring issues. Thanks again for all the help! Dusty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
