How Does an Electric Lawn Mower Clutch Work?
An electric lawnmower clutch, commonly called a power takeoff clutch (PTO), is the part of a lawnmower or riding tractor responsible for engaging the blade. The electric clutch helps to transfer engine power to the drive train. The clutch connects two drive shafts and is controlled by a toggle switch. PTO clutches work in conjunction with the PTO drive shaft and must be compatible with the transmission of the lawnmower. An electric lawnmower clutch gets energy from the mower’s engine and transfers it to the mower blade. An electric clutch also performs the function of a brake to stop the blades when the PTO gets turned off. Some lawn mower manufacturers suggest the purchase of a PTO over running clutch. This type of clutch prevents the mower from moving after the driver disengages the mower clutch. An electric clutch is technically an electromagnetic apparatus. Inside the disc shaped clutch is a magnetic coil. When the clutch receives power from the starter, the magnetic coil forces an
