Where is the clutch on a riding lawn mower?
Power takeoff (PTO) clutches are found on riding lawn mowers These clutches exist on the bottom of the mower’s engine assembly and control the flow of power to the mower’s cutting blades
Should you engage PTO at full throttle?
(1) The blades should always be turned on at full throttle if the mower has a electric PTO switch (2) The electric clutch has clutch plates that need to be burnished, this is accomplished when the PTO is turned on at Hi rpm’s
Should PTO pulley spin freely?
Yes, the clutch pulley should turn freely when not engaged It may have an electrical issue as well as bearing issue causing it to stall with no load and vibrate under a load
How does electric clutch work on a lawn mower?
An electric lawnmower clutch gets energy from the mower’s engine and transfers it to the mower blade An electric clutch also performs the function of a brake to stop the blades when the PTO gets turned off When the power to the electric clutch turns off, the magnetic energy releases control of the armature
What is PTO clutch?
Power take-off (PTO) clutches provide a mechanical disconnect between the power created by gas and diesel engines or electric motors to another piece of equipment The PTO clutches enable the transmission of that energy to auxiliary equipment that does not generate its own power
What is blade brake clutch?
The blade brake clutch allow the operator of the mower to disengage the rotation of the mower blades without having to stop the engine This feature comes in handy when you need to empty the bag, cross gravel or paved pathways or cease mowing to remove obstacles in your path
Why does my riding lawn mower shut off when I engage the blades?
The pulleys in your lawn tractor are driven by the drive belt, and turn the spindles If a pulley doesn’t spin freely, it can cause the engine to die when the blades are engaged If a pulley doesn’t spin freely, it can cause the engine to die when the blades are engaged
Why won’t my lawn mower blades engage?
Belt-the number one cause for your blades not to engage is that your belt is either stretched or loose causing it to slip or fall off completely Belt could have snapped also When you are trying to process too much grass/leaves they could pack up under your deck and push off your belt
How do you know if your PTO switch is bad?
Activate the PTO clutch lever and look for the bulb to illuminate from the test light No illumination means the engagement switch has failed at the lever-switch position If the battery voltage reads correctly and the in-line fuse checks out, the lever switch will be the problem
How tight should a slip clutch be?
Tighten the bolts until the outer clutch spring, the cupped plate below the nuts, is tight against the spacer ring Once the spring is tight against the spacer ring, then torque the bolts to 40 to 45 ft/lbs All you are doing is torqueing the bolts so they stay tight
What does a clutch slip feel like?
Slipping clutch symptoms Difficulty changing gears The clutch pedal sticking, vibrating or appearing to feel spongey or loose Poor acceleration but still having the ability to rev your engine Momentary loss of acceleration caused by a feeling of a ‘slipping’ clutch
How can I tell if my clutch is slipping?
Drive with the car in 3rd or 4th gear and, with your foot still on the accelerator, push the clutch in and release it It should immediately come down in RPM If the RPMs do not come down when you release, that means your clutch is worn out and slipping
How do you adjust a tensioner pulley?
Turn the adjustment bolt on the side, top or bottom of the pulley counterclockwise with the ratchet and socket until the accessory belt is loose enough to remove Tighten the tensioner pulley by turning the adjustment bolt clockwise with the ratchet and socket until the belt is tight
How much tension should a mower deck belt have?
The belt tension is set with a spring and an eyebolt Tighten or shorten the eyebolt to increase belt tension or loosen or lengthen the bolt to relieve tension The correct tension is achieved when pressure is applied to the center of the longest run and belt is able to be pressed in about ½” from static position
Why is my mower cutting lower on one side?
If the deck on your lawn tractor is lower on one side than the other, the result is an uneven cut Leveling your tractor’s deck periodically smooths out your lawn It only takes a few minutes and just a couple of common tools to level your lawn tractor deck
Does Murray still make lawn mowers?
Affordable and efficient, Murray products have been getting the job done for over 90 years Available exclusively at The Home Depot, Murray products can help you to keep your lawn trimmed and neat all year long
Why does my drive belt keep coming off my riding mower?
The drive belt may come off a riding mower because it is damaged or loose If broken or worn, the belt can break while the engine runs, and it can fly off at a great velocity, which is highly dangerous Check the belt for looseness, cracks, fraying or separation from the rest of the assembly, and replace if necessary
Can a lawn mower belt stretch?
Yes, lawnmower belts can stretch Continuous wear due to regular operation can cause them to elongate over time When it stretches more than it should, it can result in the drive belts lose grip on the pulley system
Why does my PTO keep turning off?
@mattk ,Matt, Something as simple as a low battery/bad connection or not charging could cause this Possibly bad seat/reversing safety switch, faulty/loose wire/plug to clutch/PTO/switch, clutch faulty Trouble shooting/parts/manual links below may help