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Murray Lawn mower blades won't engage
If your Murray lawn mower blades won't engage, the problem usually starts with the PTO clutch. The PTO clutch transfers engine power to the deck through the drive belt, so if the clutch is not getting power, the clutch solenoid has failed, or the clutch is simply worn out, the mower blades won't engage and the blades will not rotate. On many Murray riding mowers, the next most likely cause is a bad PTO switch. If the PTO switch is defective, it may not send power to the clutch, which leads to a mower PTO clutch not working even though the engine runs normally. A multimeter continuity test can help confirm whether the switch is the issue. Since the PTO clutch is not repairable, a failed clutch will need to be replaced. If your riding mower blades are not engaging or your riding mower deck blades will not turn, RepairClinic.com makes it easier to track down the fault and get the right replacement part fast. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact Murray PTO clutch, PTO switch, drive belt, mower blade, or other lawn mower part that fits your machine.
01 - Murray Lawn Mower PTO Clutch
The PTO (Power Take Off) clutch provides a means of manually disconnecting the engine from the blades. When the clutch solenoid is energized, the clutch engages the drive belt to drive the rotation of the lawn mower blades. 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.
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02 - Murray Lawn Mower PTO Switch
The PTO switch provides power to the PTO clutch. If the switch is defective, it may not supply power to the PTO clutch. As a result, the clutch won’t engage, and the lawn mower blades won’t rotate. To determine if the switch is defective, use a multimeter to test it for continuity. If the PTO switch is defective, replace it.
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