John Deere Fuse Blowing when Starting

Hickmancw

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I have a John Deere Z345r zero turn mower that blows the PTO fuse every time I start the mower, without actually engaging the PTO. I have taken a look at the wiring haven't found anything damaged, I unplugged the clutch, and it still blows a fuse. I have not been able to find a wiring diagram online for this mower. Does anyone else have any suggestions? My next step is to replace the starter solenoid
 

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blows the PTO fuse every time I start the mower, without actually engaging the PTO
You have a short on this circuit. Find out why and where on said circuit. Wires rubbing, mice chewing.......

Call JD and ask for a diagram. I bet they have a toll free number.

Keep your original starter solenoid. Has zero to do with the PTO.
 

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We can guess all day and be wrong.

Please provide the product label (PIN) information off of the white tag above the rear wheel.

Next, check the engine for a product label or a series of numbers stamped into the top of a valve cover.

Let us know what you find so we can actually help you with information to go by.
 
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