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How do I know if my PTO clutch is bad?
Simple test would be to remove the mower deck belt from the PTO pulley and try to engage the PTO. If it doesn’t stall, the clutch is not your problem. If it does stall I would guess you’ve had a bearing fail in the clutch. The other thing to check is the seat switch if it’s still enabled.
How long does a PTO clutch last?
LawnSite Member See people getting 600 – 1000 hours having to replace.
Are PTO shafts universal?
The parts of a PTO shaft consist of the internal and external PTO yoke, universal joint, safety chain and safety shield. Several different types of PTO shafts are available, so it’s essential to choose the right one for your equipment and applications.
How does a PTO tractor work?
The tractor’s stub shaft, often called the PTO, transfers power from the tractor to the PTO -driven machine or implement. Power transfer is accomplished by connecting a drive shaft from the machinery to the tractor’s PTO stub shaft. The PTO and drive shaft rotate at 540 rpm (9 times/sec.) or 1,000 rpm (16.6 times/sec.)
How many types of PTO are there?
There are two major types of independent PTO; mechanical and hydraulic. A mechanical-independent PTO uses a separate on-off selector, in addition to the PTO control lever.
Can you straighten a PTO shaft?
Subject: RE: Can you press- straighten a pto shaft? It will be fine as long as you get it straight enough to slide freely in the female half. If it binds, you can take out the tractor bearings or worse.
Do you grease a PTO shaft?
PTO Shaft Maintenance The PTO shaft should be greased regularly to keep the universal joints from failing and to stop the shaft from seizing. It is recommended to grease standard universal joints every 20 hours or 8 hours for severe conditions.
How do you remove a plastic PTO cover?
These “tabs” are a part of the plastic “bearing” which rides in the PTO shaft groove. To remove the outer shield the “tabs” need to be depressed on the end closest to the u joint, while pulling the shield away from the u joint.