Cub Cadet 2000 Series Professional Shop Manual page 183

Figure 8.56
NOTE: Unlike older PTO clutches, the PTO clutch air gap on 2000 series tractors can not be adjusted.
5. If an electric PTO clutch passes these tests, but will not hold as it should in the engaged position:
• Check the battery condition.
• Check the charging system's performance.
• Check the clutch power and ground circuits using the voltage drop technique.
4. Measure the PTO clutch's current draw
4a. Set the DMM to check amps using the 10 amp
4b. Connect one meter lead wire to one wire in the
NOTE: It does not matter which contact in the harness
connector is used.
4c.
5.09 amps
4d. Turn the PTO switch on.
• If the meter reads below 4.0 amps, the problem
would most likely be in the electrical system lead-
ing to the clutch such as a bad ground, a relay, or
a switch.
• If the meter reads 4.0 amps or above, the clutch
should be operating properly.
Decks and Lift Systems
scale.
clutch connector and the other lead wire to the
corresponding wire in the mating connector.
See Figure 8.55.
Connect a short wire to the second wire in both
connectors.
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