When a clutch slips on a riding mower, then it usually means the driving belt is loose. The most obvious symptom of this is stalling while heading up a hill or pulling a heavy load. Fixing the belt slide and adjusting the clutch is a job a knowledgeable riding mower owner can do at no cost. Before attempting any yard tool repair, make sure that your engine is totally cool and the spark plug is disconnected.
Park the mower on a level, paved surface. Put the riding mower jack into place and pull the lawnmower up to the jack, putting the front wheels on the wheel pads. Secure the wheel chocks under the rear two wheels. Crank the handle or utilize the hydraulic lever to lift the mower, based on the model of jack you have.
Open the major hood. If any heat is coming from the engine, wait till it has cooled to continue. Disconnect the spark plug so the engine does not accidentally begin while you’re doing the repair.
Lie down on your back and appear under the mower. Locate the motion drive belt, then the key big belt running all around the bottom. Check all around the belt to be sure it is routed correctly inside every one the guides. Consult your owner’s manual for the routing of your exact model.
Locate the adjustable nut in the conclusion of the clutch rod. Pull out the cotter pin, washer and brake spring which attach the clutch rod into the brake assembly. Use a wrench to unscrew the adjustable nut from the brake lever assembly and parking brake latch.
Line up the hole at the brake lever using the hole at the mower frame. Insert a 1/4-inch screw or pin to hold the components in place temporarily. Pull the clutch rod ahead until it is tight, then turn the adjustable nut until it matches back through the hole at the brake lever.
Place the adjustable nut back into the parking break latch, spring and pulley. Fasten the meeting back together with the washer and cotter pin. Remove the temporary 1/4-inch bolt or pin.