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Old 06-01-2015, 06:09 PM
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Default Cadet 123 Hydro Release Lever Won't Release

Hi - just bought a rebuilt and restored CC 123. I cannot get the release lever to actually release the hydro to move the mower manually. The mower starts and runs just fine. The neutral, forward and reverse operate exactly as they should. I just cannot get the release to work. I do not have a diagram showing the linkage - the lever seems to be attached but I really cannot tell with the shrouds and covers in place - thoughts? Ideas? I've been lusting after one of these babies for years...now, I'm sca'rt...help!
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Old 06-01-2015, 06:35 PM
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which way are you moving the lever?
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Well, I've tried both up and down - but I think the movement is down, right? The end of the handle should be down, perpendicular to the ground - right?
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yes it is correct ,down.maybe the flapper is broken off.
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I have the operating manual and service guide - but neither show me a clear diagram of how the linkage attaches - what is a flapper and would you happen to have a picture or two, or diagram? Any suggestions on checking the linkage, or perhaps if the valves are seized? I appreciate your help, btw!
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looks like this one.You have to remove the fenders and the pan and the tranny to access it.To see if it is there just the pan and the fenders.
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Fenders? Pan? AND Tranny? Man, I already take BP medicine. So, to see if there is a "flapper" unattached or broken, I must remove these things. Another question: I take the handle down and just prior to perpendicular, I get resistance - I do not force it - but wondered if I should - thoughts on this tidbit? I have tried to push it past the resistance, but not been completely forceful with it...should I?
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Any way I can get my hand back there to the flapper? Maybe I should get a flexible camera thingy? There is a plate on the other side of the tractor, attached with a single bolt - does it give me access (obviously not tried it yet - just got the tractor today)?
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Fenders? Pan? AND Tranny? Man, I already take BP medicine. So, to see if there is a "flapper" unattached or broken, I must remove these things. Another question: I take the handle down and just prior to perpendicular, I get resistance - I do not force it - but wondered if I should - thoughts on this tidbit? I have tried to push it past the resistance, but not been completely forceful with it...should I?
No just the pan and the fenders.The hole on the side will not help you see pix
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Ok - I will remove pan and fenders this week or so. So I know, what type of time should I bank on? I am OK with a wrench (farm boy years ago, and USN machinist mate). Can I get to these bolts/nuts easily? Once I see things, am I able to adjust easily? What red flags should I know? I am surprised the service manual was not more helpful. Again, thanks for your help.
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