19.5 hp. Need Troubleshooter guide. Can't find one on the net. Manual doesn't even address the problem. This tractor has had chronic problems. I had the Sears repair guy here three times last year. Close to $100 a visit. The symptom: starts and engine runs but when put in gear stalls/cuts out. First time it was safety switch under seat. Second time the rod that allows it to be pushed was in but there was something jammed. It took him 3 minutes to ID the problem and fix it. I need to know wht he knows w/o $100 visits.

S. Brando, June 2005

If the engine is cutting out, I would first make sure nothing is binding the belts. Make sure pullys spinn freely. do this by removing the belts and turning pully. Next re-check the safety switches. I would even try disconnecting them and running the tractor. I will do a little checking for a trouble shooting guide.

cholbach, June 2005