Sears 917 mower, dies when the brake is released.

kennwp Posts: 1, Reputation: 1

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Jun 21, 2013, 08:33 PM

Sears 917 mower, dies when the brake is released.

When brake is released motor dies.

DG Posts: 1,375, Reputation: 109

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Jun 22, 2013, 01:43 PM

Check the seat switch.

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