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Question posted by jamessaville on September 24th, 2021

Pto Won't Be Engage Like It Should

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Answer #1: Posted by Troubleshooter101 on September 24th, 2021 5:40 PM

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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. The PTO switch provides power to the PTO clutch. ... If the PTO switch is defective, replace it.

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