Is the belt to the engine spinning? If not, you have a clutch problem.


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Thanks for the input. Any ideas what went wrong? Mower worked fine before and a no clutch problems. I’m assuming if it is a clutch problem it is not an easy fix

 

Blade belt in correctly and hand spins easily. Placed main drive belt but it did seem a little loose. Maybe is should recheck the tension spring

 

Blade belt in correctly and hand spins easily. Placed main drive belt but it did seem a little loose. Maybe is should recheck the tension spring

The spindle belt should be tensioned by a regular spring, as I'm sure you're aware. The engine to deck belt is tensioned by the lever on the deck. Also, the clutch should not let the rest of it spin by hand when the clutch is off.


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Thanks. I will recheck all tomorrow. It’s is possible that the clutch is bad or possibly the wire has been compromised. Thanks for your help.

 

Checked switch and electric the pot clicks on and off with no movement of PTO so I mam confident that is the issue. I was able to remove the main bolt of the PTO but it doesn’t just slide right off. I can’t see any other bolts holding up the PTO. Thought I would pick your brain before borrowing a wheel puller. Happy 4th of July.

 

When I get it off I know how to check PTO if bad or needs an adjustment

 

If you engage it with no belt and engine running, and it doesn't spin, it's bad. I don't believe there is an adjustment on those.

It should come apart in 3 pieces. The pulley, clutch plate, and a bearing will come off first after the bolt and crankshaft extension come out. You will have to drop it down at an angle to get it off the "ledge" on the one side of the upper housing. The next piece is the metal rotor and is keyed to the crankshaft. The final piece has a bearing in it and the clutch coil. I use the puller to get that off and it doesn't hurt it, but you normally need a lot less force if you remove the piece separately.


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Thanks again.

 

You're welcome. I wish I had pictures or a video of how it comes apart


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Clutch Installation Instructions For Lawn Mowers: Clutch Terminology

Learn how to install PTO clutches with Xtreme’s detailed instructions. Understand clutch terminology for lawn mowers and tractors.

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Look at the bottom of the page. Lots of good information, but they make it look easier than it sometimes is.