I have a B6100E, 2wd which runs fine. I just re-attached the Woods 348 belly mower which used to work on this tractor. No belt or connection changes. Only change to the tractor is I now have a new, strong battery. Hadn't used the mower for about 9 months. Previously, I had a poor battery and the PTO clutch would slip when well warmed up, but the mower worked fine to that point. But now, when I flip the electric PTO switch to "on", and the clutch engages, it stops the PTO shaft dead in it's tracks and a growling noise come from the engine (a coupling?). But I can turn the belt that runs over the clutch pulley by hand with the tractor stopped with about 20 lb. force -- about normal resistance. What's the problem?
Tried so far: I removed the belt to the Woods mower from the PTO pulley, and when I flip the front PTO switch on, the clutch engages and the unloaded pulley turns. If I apply about 10 pounds pressure by pushing my foot against the turning pulley though, it will halt the whole shaft, with no slip in the clutch. The growling then again comes from the hidden end of the shaft, in the engine.
What's the problem? I appreciate any help I can get on this!
Tried so far: I removed the belt to the Woods mower from the PTO pulley, and when I flip the front PTO switch on, the clutch engages and the unloaded pulley turns. If I apply about 10 pounds pressure by pushing my foot against the turning pulley though, it will halt the whole shaft, with no slip in the clutch. The growling then again comes from the hidden end of the shaft, in the engine.
What's the problem? I appreciate any help I can get on this!