Simplicity Sun Star 14 Horse won't transfer starting voltage through relay

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I have replaced my starter relay three times to resolve a starting issue. Each time its replaced the mower will start maybe twice and then the relay fails again. What am I looking at? Direct connection to the starter starts it every time.

 

[Catherine]

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Welcome to the forum!

I'm going to move this thread over to our Simplicity section to see if we can find you some help.

 

[BrianSki]

If replacing the relay fixes it, It must be the relay or an excessive draw through the relay. Either way the relay sounds weak. Is it a simplicity brand or an aftermarket? The aftermarket may be of a cheaper quality. If you can get an automotive style to work, it would be a lot more heavy duty.