I would like a copy of the owners manual for Yardman Beetle riding lawnmower model #13A-320-515 does anyone have one? I purchased it used and can't find the owners manual and I can't seem to start it. I have replaced the battery.

Bob Paddison, May 2007

I have a parts manual for this with the wiring schematic. There is a pictoral breakdown of the entire machine. No operating instructions yet but I have them coming also. However it basically states that you must be on the seat to activate the pressure switch, have the left pedal for the blades disengaged and depress the inner pedal on the right ( brake),have the throttle up to the rabbit position,turn the key and when the engine starts move throttle to half.
There is a fuse between the solenoid and the key switch that could be blown. Have you checked it?

Bruce, May 2007

Bob,

You need to make sure that the top is closed correctly (seat activator to avoid starting unmanned) and the left foot handle for activating the knives is completely off.

By the way, if you get a copy of the manual, I'm interested as well since I also bought 2nd hand.....

Edwin Kleefman, May 2007