A mower may start to steer hard from many things:
-Flat/soft tires
-Lack of grease on the front axle or front axle joints
-Lack of grease on the rack/pinion gears
-Lack of grease on the steering wheel bearing
-Crack in the axle itself, allowing the corners of the axle to move
I have had all of these happen to me and they are relatively quick to rule out.
Pull start only
because it is a worthless piece of junk!
Turn your blades off.
Check the battery for starters
To engage the mower deck on a John Deere X475 rider, start by ensuring the engine is running and the parking brake is engaged. Locate the mower deck engagement lever, usually found on the right side of the seat. Pull the lever upward or push it forward to activate the mower deck. Always check that the blades are spinning properly before starting to mow.
Yes, you can use a 12-volt battery charger on a John Deere lawn mower, provided the mower is equipped with a 12-volt battery. Ensure the charger is compatible with the battery type (lead-acid, AGM, etc.) and follow the manufacturer's instructions for charging. It's important to connect the charger correctly, observing the positive and negative terminals, to avoid any damage. Always disconnect the charger before attempting to start the mower.
It depends on if you bought a pull start mower or a power mower. The pull start mower will have a handle you have to pull hard to start it. The power mower should have a button that simply turns it on. Make sure there is gas in the pull start mower.
To remove a 60-inch mower deck from a John Deere 420, start by parking the tractor on a level surface and engaging the parking brake. Disconnect the mower deck's lift linkages and any drive belts, then remove the pins or bolts securing the deck to the tractor. Finally, lower the deck to the ground and carefully slide it out from under the tractor. Always refer to the owner’s manual for specific instructions and safety precautions.
To change the clutch in a John Deere 325 lawn mower tractor, start by disconnecting the battery and removing the mower deck for easier access. Next, remove the drive belt and any necessary covers to expose the clutch assembly. Disconnect the old clutch by removing its mounting bolts and electrical connections, then install the new clutch by reversing the process, ensuring everything is securely reattached. Finally, reassemble the mower deck, reconnect the battery, and test the clutch operation.
Check your stator or your charging system.
It may be set to run too richly, or perhaps it's trying to "vapor lock". Have the engine tuned up by a professional to start with, then see if the problem still occurs.
There are several reasons why your mower will not start. There could be an obstruction in the blade, a petrol mower could be low on petrol or the fuse could have blown in an electric mower.