The answer is as stated above. The seat switch. I was having the same problem. Checked the switch for proper connection and TA DA, works fine.
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phoenix
July 2008
can you move the blades, if not then they are frozen just like mine, I was told it was the switch under the seat too.
BMcGahagin
June 2008
there is also a safety switch for the blade engagement
bg
June 2008
Almost certainly you have a faulty seat switch. The functon of this is to cut the engine if you get off the seat with either/or the brake off or cutters engaged. Can be bypassed, but should really be replaced for safety.
phil_saunders@bigfoot.com
Phil Saunders
June 2008
I can answer this question...
sears lawn tractor 19.5 will not stay running when I try to engage the blad?