855 PTO wont engage.

[65specialk]

The pto goes into gear when I move the lever but wont turn. If I turn the shaft by hand it is engaged.. Dave

 

[Kevin M]

Neither mid nor rear PTO spin ??? I'm sure you checked the electro magnet under the dash ? Any problem with that will cause issue with your PTO

 

[65specialk]

Just got the tractor and ordered an operators manual but have not received it yet. Please tell me more about this magnet. What is its function?? Thanks Dave

 

[jd110]

The electro-magnet is under the dash. It has to be energized so it will attach to the engagement lever. the magnet is what actually moves the linkage to engage the pto. The safety system works with the seat switch. When you are in the seat, the seat switch closes and allows current to flow to the electro magnet. The magnet then is attracted to the lever and when the lever is engaged, the pto is engaged. If you get out of the seat while pto is engaged, power is shut off to the magnet and the pto stops. The lever will stay in engaged position due to a spring under dash. There is also a timer in the circuit. It provides a delay so if you bounce up in the seat momentarily(2 seconds), the pto stays engaged.

 

[Kevin M]

Thanks for explaining that for Dave , Sorry I haven't had a chance to get back to this thread.

 

[beenthere]

Here is a test for the magnet from the tech manual. As well, the location and look of the magnet.
The TM says you can hear the magnet click on and off when turning the key on/off when working right.