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If the tires are moving in opposite directions when you try to move the mower there is one of two things happening. Either the mower is stuck in gear or the brake is hanging.

The more common is that the brake is hanging. If you can, have someone on the mower with it NOT running. Have them press down the brake pedal while you are watching under the mower and on the rear axle. There is a rod that goes to the brake assembly. The rod is pushing the brake linkage. Usually the bracket is stuck. You can pull it back forward and the brake will release. If it happens frequently you will need to lubricate the linkage without getting any lubrication on the brake discs themselves.

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This is a common answer on multiple internet sites and it is WRONG. If the wheel is turning, the brake is not hung up. A stuck brake keeps the wheel from turn in either direction . . . just common sense.

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