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MOWER BLADE DOES NOT DISINGAGE - Craftsman 17.5 hp 42 in. Deck Lawn Tractor - CA Model

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You need to replace the blade clutch cable that runs between the blade engagement lever just to the right of the steering wheel and the the spring to the idler/clutch wheel on the top of the mower deck. Over time the cable binds in the sleeve/cable jacket preventing the blade from disengaging

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    You need to replace the blade clutch cable that runs between the blade engagement lever just to the right of the steering wheel and the the spring to the idler/clutch wheel on the top of the mower deck. Over time the cable binds in the sleeve/cable jacket preventing the blade from disengaging

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Make sure you belt is the right one and not too tight. If the cable isn't broken and is working the lever check all the linkages and adjust if necessary and make sure the belt is in correct direction

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