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I get 6.29 volts at the battery. When I depress the foot pedal the engine turns over once or twice, then a pause, then once maybe twice, and this pattern continues. After my last attempt to start when I looked under the hood there was a small amount of white smoke near the starter. Not sure if that is because I held the pedal down longer than I normally do or if that is an indication of a bigger problem with the starter. The fact that it worked yesterday but not today, makes me think it is still a ground issue, but I am at a loss. The starter does turn if you push the button. Appreciate any help.

Steve