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Question posted by wildfirepotter6 on July 19th, 2021

Drives On Flat Lawn But Does Not Want To Go Up Hill. What Is Wrong With It?

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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on July 19th, 2021 7:26 AM

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Why won't my lawn mower go up a hill?

Dirt, debris and corrosion can cause your mower to lose power as it goes uphill. When there is mud, grass or other buildup coating the blades, they slow down and the motor works harder to turn them. A dirty air filter can also lead to problems with power when mowing uphill.

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Why does my hydrostatic transmission won't move?

Entraining. By far, the most common reason for hydrostatic transmission failure is old hydraulic fluid. John Deere states that "Operating outside of the recommended oil air temperature range may cause premature hydrostatic transmission failure." Oil must be changed when its anti-foam additive decays.

How do you troubleshoot a hydrostatic transmission?

roubleshooting Hydrostatic Drives

If the system is overheating, check the oil level in the tank, inspect the heat exchanger, check the inline pressure filters, inspect the crossport relief valves, and check the pump and motor case drains for excessive bypassing.

https://www.machinerylubrication.com/Read/30444/troubleshooting-hydrostatic-systems

Why does lawn mower lose power?

The primary reason your push mower may lose power is often dirt. There are two major locations to check out - the air cleaner elements, and the fuel system. Grass and dirt can clog up the air filter, if it has one, or block the cooling fins. ... The second possibility is dirt and water in the fuel system.

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