My Huskee MTD Mower Will Not Move Forward

Safety Interlock System

• If your Huskee mower’s engine isn't coming on at all, or your Power Takeoff (PTO) blade control won’t engage, you may have activated the Safety Interlock System. This system prevents any operation that can damage the mower or injure the rider or any other people nearby. Your Huskee mower won’t turn on if no one is in the seat when the ignition is pressed, or the parking brake isn't set. The PTO must also be in the “disengage” position. If you leave the seat with the PTO engaged or without the parking brake engaged, the engine will shut off.

Brake System

• Before driving your Huskee mower, you have to operate your brake assembly. The parking brake must be engaged before you start the engine. Once your engine reaches idle, you must depress the brake pedal to disengage it, shift the throttle lever into the “Fast” position, then move the gear shift to forward or reverse. Obstructions in the brake pedal assembly can prevent it from releasing once depressed, which will keep your brakes locked. Check the brake linkage as well as the brake assemblies on the wheel for any obstructions or damage.

Undercarriage

• Huskee riding mowers use a PTO-driven system to engage mower blades. Those blades are in the undercarriage and have an adjustable height. If you're driving on a slope greater than 15 degrees and the deck level is low, there’s a chance that your Huskee mower can get stuck on objects, high grass or muddy ground. Ensure you follow the operator’s manual for driving on slopes to prevent this problem.

Gear Shift Assembly

• Huskee mowers with gear shift assemblies allow you to select the direction separately from the speed. If you try to mow in reverse, the “Reverse Push” button must be depressed before doing so. Otherwise, your mower won’t move. It also has a protective housing to prevent larger objects from falling inside and causing a jam. However, the shift assembly can become rusted or bound with sticky liquid. The shift assembly also has a linkage system connected to the axle. Ensure this linkage is operating correctly and has no damage. Any such conditions can cause a malfunction, such as not moving in either direction, or a delay in shifting.