So far all good suggestions, and I agree that you should probably change the fluid and filter, especially if you don't know the history of the machine.
I too am a little puzzled by the blade dropping.
However, before anything, I would check the input shaft on the trans to make sure it's turning with the drive shaft (and engine) the pin on the back coupler can break and you can't tell that it's broken.
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