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ferris z2 blades stuck on

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lukewuko

lukewuko

2017 Ferris srs z2 61" 28hp vanguard blades won't disengage. I've tried a new pto switch and that didn't fix the issue. I'm just looking for any input on what i could try to fix the problem. Thank you!


#2

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Auto Doc's

Can you unplug the PTO wires, and the blades still stay engaged? If so, it likely has a seized-up/ failed PTO bearing.


#3

lukewuko

lukewuko

Auto Doc's said:
Can you unplug the PTO wires, and the blades still stay engaged? If so, it likely has a seized-up/ failed PTO bearing.
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Thank you!


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Craftsman Garage

Craftsman Garage

Auto Doc's said:
Can you unplug the PTO wires, and the blades still stay engaged? If so, it likely has a seized-up/ failed PTO bearing.
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AD, You mean a PTO seized/stuck in the on position.


#5

lukewuko

lukewuko

Craftsman Garage said:
You mean a PTO seized/stuck in the on position.
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Yes


#6

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Auto Doc's

Craftsman Garage said:
AD, You mean a PTO seized/stuck in the on position.
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Hello G.,

It is not very common, but I have seen this happen especially where high humidity is a factor.

Also, on rare occasion I have also remove an electric PTO clutch and it basically fell apart in my hands.


#7

lukewuko

lukewuko

lukewuko said:
2017 Ferris srs z2 61" 28hp vanguard blades won't disengage. I've tried a new pto switch and that didn't fix the issue. I'm just looking for any input on what i could try to fix the problem. Thank you!
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So I found out I had a stuck bearing I fixed that now I cant get the blades to engage I checked the fuses what should I look for now?


#8

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Auto Doc's

Hello L.,

If you have a multimeter, Ohm the 2-pins going to the clutch with it disconnected from the chassis harness.

If you don't get a resistance reading, the magnet windings are likely burnt.

Is the air gap adjustable on that clutch design?


#9

lukewuko

lukewuko

Auto Doc's said:
Hello L.,

If you have a multimeter, Ohm the 2-pins going to the clutch with it disconnected from the chassis harness.

If you don't get a resistance reading, the magnet windings are likely burnt.

Is the air gap adjustable on that clutch design?
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I dont believe the gaps adjustable I tried the wires going to the clutch and theres nothing there so I guess im going to trace wires or change the control module

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#10

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Auto Doc's

Does this model have a 2 wire pto clutch like most do?


#11

lukewuko

lukewuko

Yes


#12

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Auto Doc's

If you unplug it and check resistance and get no reading the windings are open in the PTO clutch. You will need a new clutch assembly.


#13

lukewuko

lukewuko

Auto Doc's said:
If you unplug it and check resistance and get no reading the windings are open in the PTO clutch. You will need a new clutch assembly.
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I didnt test on the pto I tested the wires going to it and they have no power with the switch on I was getting power earlier when the blades were stuck on i could still her it click with the switch and now im not getting any power


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Auto Doc's

Hello L.,

That is uncommon, but not unheard of. Check for power with a test light, but also verify the grounds are good.

Do you have to be in the seat for the safety switch to operate? Is the brake set?


#15

lukewuko

lukewuko

Auto Doc's said:
Hello L.,

That is uncommon, but not unheard of. Check for power with a test light, but also verify the grounds are good.

Do you have to be in the seat for the safety switch to operate? Is the brake set?
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Oh wait I might be an idiot. Ill get back to this sunday.


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