Alex from GA 3 #1 Posted June 22, 2015 I have a '91 212H, mowed some lawn this morning and parked it to get some rocks out of the way. I went to get some gas, filled it up and went to start it and all it does is crank. Fuel is getting to the carburetor and I didn't see any spark when I tried to look. It was pretty sunny to see very well. The fuses are good. I'll get back to it in the morning but in the mean time does anyone have any ideas. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,539 #2 Posted June 22, 2015 Know the model number? In 1991 they used Briggs & Stratton, Onan and Kawasaki engines in the 212-H.Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KC9KAS 4,741 #3 Posted June 22, 2015 PTO in gear and have a safety switch??Low oil shut-off? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex from GA 3 #4 Posted June 22, 2015 Gwest, All it says on the cover is Toro Power Plus Overhead Valve. I believe it's an Onan. KC, I'll check those. The oil level is full. I was under the impression it wouldn't crank if the interlocks were not locked, not that it wouldn't start. I just shot some ether in the carburetor and not a lick. I have a test plug in my shop that I'll get and check for spark. Thanks guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex from GA 3 #5 Posted June 22, 2015 Here's where I stand now. I checked for spark and after I connected the seat interlock I had a weak spark with my tester. It did run but when I engaged the PTO it stalled every time. I was riding to my shop and it quit running. I have the cover off the magneto and am going to test the coil. I disconnected both wires to the coil and it still wouldn't run so that rules out all the stuff in the tractor and leaves the coil or the spark plug if I'm correct. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex from GA 3 #6 Posted June 22, 2015 I found the coil open and looked for a replacement and it's almost $200 for an NN10730 coil. I was floored. I'm retired on a fixed income. Does anyone know of a different part no. that fits? Thanks. Another person asked the same question in 2012 and didn't get an answer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fordiesel69 232 #7 Posted June 22, 2015 The el cheapo small engine champion plugs you buy at the bog box stores have been complete total junk for the last few years. Just rule out the plug before pulling your hair out. I quit buying those hunks of junk after putting brand new ones in, only to replace the mag with no result. Then switched to another brand and it worked. Was embarassing to ay the least. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,539 #8 Posted June 22, 2015 You saw this?I see RCPW wants $170 but then you have to add shipping. Very popular engine I think so a used coil should be available.Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry M-(Moderator) 2,128 #9 Posted June 22, 2015 The el cheapo small engine champion plugs you buy at the bog box stores have been complete total junk for the last few years. Just rule out the plug before pulling your hair out. I quit buying those hunks of junk after putting brand new ones in, only to replace the mag with no result. Then switched to another brand and it worked. Was embarassing to ay the least. Just curious what Brand of plugs you switched to from the champion plugs?? sounds like a good idea Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
