My craftsman LT1000 Kohler 16hp riding mower keeps burning out the ignition fuse. It was working, but old battery was weak, so I replaced it. The new battery's post were opposite. I accidentally connected it wrong and it blew the fuse. Connected it right and it blew the new fuse. Purchased a new switch on recommendation of Sears L&G salesman. Still blows fuse. What else could be damaged from reversing the battery? Model 917272059

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You need to remove the black rubber cap from the center of the wheel. Remove the "C" clip from the axle and the wheel should come off. The rear tires will have a square key in it. Do not loose the key.

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The manual will cover it.

http://www.disruptit.com/manuals/L0104168.pdf

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ck for blown fuse, ck for broken wire.

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Need to pull tour carb bowl and clean out, make sure while you have off check you float and make sure it moves free,I hope this helps you and thanks,

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1st thing, check your dipstick up inside the cap part of it and make sure the O'ring is there and in good condition.
2nd, make certain when you put it back on that you get it on straight and firmly seated. They will only seat one way properly the other way creates a leak into the crankcase and causes oil consumption and smoking. You should be able to tell if it has been improperly installed by an excessive amount of oily dirt accumulated around the threaded area of the cap