Why wont my blades engage on my John Deere mower?
There could be a problem with safety switches. On most newer model lawn mowers, the brake has to be disengaged or off for the blades to operate. You also have to be sitting on the seat to engage the PTO, so the seat switch may be malfunctioning.
Why won’t my lawnmower blades engage?
One of the reasons why the blades on your lawnmower may not engage is the belt. It’s either stretched or too loose, worn-out, or damaged, causing it to fall off easily. It could also snap out of position, especially if you tried to cut more grasses at a time that’s beyond its capacity.
How do you engage the blades on a John Deere riding mower?
How to Engage Lawn Mower Blades on a John Deere
- Turn the key to the “on” position, advance the throttle to half speed and allow the engine to warm up for 2 minutes.
- Lower the mower to the desired cutting height.
- Engage the mower blades; push the lever to the right of the steering wheel all the way forward.
Why does the belt keep coming off my John Deere 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.
Why won’t my Craftsman mower blades engage?
Common solutions for: Craftsman Lawn mower blades won’t engage. If the PTO clutch is not getting power, if the clutch solenoid is defective, or if the clutch is worn out, the lawn mower blades will not engage. The PTO clutch is not repairable—if the clutch is defective, you must replace it.
How do you engage the blade on a riding lawn mower?
Find the plunger at the top of the attachment lift lever. Press the plunger inward with your thumb, and move the attachment lift lever back, or toward you, to lower the cutting blade. Release the plunger and attachment lift lever. Pull the attachment clutch switch outward to “Engage” to make the cutting blade rotate.
What is manual blade engagement?
With manual engagement, you risk over-tensioning and stretching the belt or under-tensioning and having it flap around. Plus to stop a manual clutch, you have to put a brake on a pulley or belt itself, either of which are another wear point. Belt life is significantly increased in theory.
Why does my John Deere lawn mower not engage?
A low charge may not provide enough juice to engage the PTO. If you do hear the click, there is power going to it. There could be a problem with safety switches. On most newer model lawn mowers, the brake has to be disengaged or off for the blades to operate.
How do you engage the blades on a John Deere lawn mower?
Turn the key to the “on” position, advance the throttle to half speed and allow the engine to warm up for 2 minutes. Lower the mower to the desired cutting height. Check for any debris around the mower. Engage the mower blades; pull up on the yellow “PTO” switch to the right of the steering wheel.
How to troubleshoot mower blades that will not engage?
Check the drive belt for damage or excessive wear. Replace if needed. Clean under the mower deck to ensure that debris is not clogging the drive shaft and that the shaft is not damaged or bent. Level the mower housing, making sure the blades are even. Wear gloves when handling mower blades.
What should the voltage be on a John Deere lawn mower?
Check the battery to see that it is between 11-12 volts. If it is, your battery is charged. Start the lawn mower while the volt meter is still attached. Your meter should read between 13-14 volts while the lawn mower is running. If it reads higher than 15 or lower then 13, the voltage regulator (alternator) needs replacement.
