How to replace the cable that engages the blades on an old mtd riding mower

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hav you tried charging the battery

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cut the wire on the safety switch just under the belt housing

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Using a test light or volt meter, check to see if you are getting a full 12 volts at the connector where the PTO plugs in. If no voltage present, locate the fuse for the PTO and check it, also check the PTO switch to see if it is working. You can turn on the ignition switch to the run position, don't start the engine, and turn the PTO switch on and off several times listening for a clicking sound. If you hear it clicking, have someone sit in the seat and start up the engine, while it is running, observe the PTO clutch and see if it spins when turned on and if the belt turns with it. If none of this works, post a follow up and include your Craftsman Model number. I will look it up and see if I can find anything else we might be missing

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probably a bearing out on one of the pulleys. Disengage turn motor off try spinning each one by hand, you may be able to feel the bad one. You may see discoloration on bad one but probably not with deck on machine.

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I am not real familar with this particular mower but I had the same problem with my craftsman mower a couple and if you have a little slack in the cable you can do what I did till you can get the right parts.If you have a couple of inches of slack you can get some small cable clamps from hardware store. Cut the cable and double it by taking up all the slack and wrap with electrical tape to make a snug fit to tighten clamps down on. I would use at least two clamps,more if you have the room. I got a new cable and did not install it until old cable broke again. I hope this helps you. Thanks.