when I took the blade off. The problem is I don’t know what model or year of the mower (sticker is missing), but I do have the info for the engine – can someone help me find the model or part number to order? It’s a Murray Elite 17.0Hp OHV 42″ mower with a Techumseh Enduro XL/C Model OHV170 204606C with DOM: 8322 D.
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Blade(s) will not engage
If belt is too loose, make belt adjustment. Check engagement spring on deck engagement idler. If broken or damaged, replace. Check for and remove all foreign objects interfering with engagement idler travel.
Belt-the number one cause for your blades not to engage is that your belt is either stretched or loose causing it to slip or fall off completely. Belt could have snapped also. When you are trying to process too much grass/leaves they could pack up under your deck and push off your belt.
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.
There is a safety switch at the end of the cutter engage lever which has gone faulty and needs replacing, overiding the switch by keeping it pressed in will allow the mower to be operational till replacement switch is fitted.
The possible causes of a lawn mower blade spinning but not cutting grass include a damaged or wrongly installed blade, a dull blade, or damaged lawnmower tires. Other possible reasons can be improper tire pressure, a clogged deck, or a broken mower belt.
The retainer nut on most of our riding mower blades are a 5/8″ thread diameter. This sized thread diameter nut normally requires a 15/16″ wrench or socket tool in order to remove/install.
Because the bolt is left-handed, you must turn it clockwise to remove the blade. It is also critical to ensure that the blades are installed properly so that you don`t damage your lawn or mower by incorrectly installing them.
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Murray mower belt model 52431×92 – Craftsman 17.5 hp 42 in. Deck Lawn Tractor – CA Model
ANSWER : Get a 1/2″ x 92″ belt
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How to start murray 188 lawn tractor – Craftsman 17.5 hp 42 in. Deck Lawn Tractor – CA Model
ANSWER : Need more info. what is it doing or not doing
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Murray riding mower the blades will not engage
ANSWER : Sounds like the cabel it broke
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I have a Murray Riding lawn mower and I need the part that goes at the bottom of the mandral shaft to mount the blade (this part fell to pieces when I took the blade off. The problem is I don’t know what model or year of the mower (sticker is missing), but I do have the info for the engine – can someone help me find the model or part number to order? It’s a Murray Elite 17.0Hp OHV 42″ mower with a Techumseh Enduro XL/C Model OHV170 204606C with DOM: 8322 D.
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I would like to replace the mulching blades on my Sears Craftsman riding mower with regular cutting blades. I can find plenty of sources for new mulching blades, but not cutting blades. My mower is a model 917.259541 tractor and the blades currently on it are part #134149. I want to make sure I get the right size to replace them. Also, is there a source for a bagging system for this mower, that won’t cost as much as one from Sears?
ANSWER : The straight blade for the 42 inch mower is 138971.They cut better and are easier to sharpen and you will need them if you use a gass catcher. If you do not want to use sears for parts you may be able to find good deals on ebay.
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Murray 17.5 HP mower – no noise when turning key? Maybe ignition?
ANSWER : Look near the starter solenoid for a fuse. It is probably under the hood near the steering column. If fuse is good, problem is likely a safety switch.
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Murray riding mower dies when i release the clutch
ANSWER : Could be the seat switch i had tht problem before i bypassed the switch and waalaaaa
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Murray 20 hp
ANSWER : Probally trash in the carb or fuel filter partially clogged. try replacing the fuel filter if no go the carb will need disassembled and cleaned.
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