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    stevens r Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 5, 2009, 03:31 PM
    42 inch craftsman mower stops running
    I Have a 42 inch crafsrman mower that stops running every time I engage blade releasebrake or put into gear . What's going on?
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    Sep 28, 2009, 06:40 AM
    I have the same problem; please let me know if you find a solution

    Thanks.

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    Sep 28, 2009, 09:33 AM

    Hi,
    Put simply, it does not know someone is in the seat. That triggers this response because of safety switches on the brake and blade engagement.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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