I have a 2000 John Deere lx279. It starts right up, but after 10-15 mins of mowing it begins to lose power and eventually dies.

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I can wait 5-10 mins and it fires right back up and again 5-10 mins later it dies. It's acting like its starving for fuel. I have completed the maintenance kit, oil, filter, fuel filter, air filter, and new plugs.

I noticed when I put the new plugs in it ran for several weeks without issue, but now I am having the same issue after very few hours on the new plugs. I noticed excessive corrosion on the battery and solenoid so I cleaned all the connections and again no fix. I'm wondering if a bad battery or charging system would cause it to die?

It would sort of make sense if there is no juice to power the motor. I am going to load test the battery tomorrow. I have not messed with the carb yet as I don't see that being the issue as it runs fine for a period of time. As I mentioned I have gone weeks without the issue so doubt it's the carb. Anyone else had this issue with 17hp liquid cooled Kawasaki? March 22, 2015 0 found this helpful Mine was doing the same.

Disconnect the fuel line from the carburetor and turn the start key for about five (5) seconds. Do this three (3) times. This will purge the fuel line and make sure the fuel pump is working. Reconnect the fuel line to carburetor. Unscrew the solenoid from the bottom of the carburetor (be sure to unplug the wire first). Old fuel in the bowl will drain out.

Reattach the solenoid and reconnect the wire. Pour two (2) ounces of Marvel Mystery Oil in the full fuel tank. This will clean the fuel system and carburetor as it is running. If everything else (spark plug etc.) is working OK, it should start and run.

There was a water bubble in my fuel line from storage. Mower ran for three (3) hours with no problems. Marvel Mystery Oil really works. Hope this helps.

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Service Mower OMM143471 Issue E0 Lawn and Garden Tractors 325, 335 and 345 PIN (070001 - ) Copyright© Deere & Company Service Mower Removing Mower 1. Raise mower deck to the transport (upper) position. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety Section.) c CAUTION: Avoid injury!

Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower: Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent engine from starting accidently. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. On 54-Inch Deck: Pull out on J-pins (B) and turn mower wheels on both sides of mower to position shown for ease in rolling mower out from under tractor. Release J-pins in holes to lock wheels in position. C CAUTION: Avoid injury!

To avoid injury when removing mower or an attachment: DO NOT attempt to remove mower or other attachments until lowering it as low as it will go using hydraulic control lever. Start engine and lower mower as far as it will go. C CAUTION: Avoid injury! Drive belt tension rod is spring-assisted and may have unexpected movement.

Keep a tight grip on rod when installing or removing drive belt or servicing mower deck. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!

To prevent damage to mower: If tire chains are installed on your tractor, remove chains before you install mower on tractor. Raise mower deck as high as it will go. Park vehicle safely.

(See Parking Safely in the Safety Section.) c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower: Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent engine from starting accidently. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. Install mower drive belt (K) on tractor drive sheave (L) and mower drive sheave (M).

Manuals For John Deere 345 Riding Lawnmower

Move drive belt tension rod to tighten belt and hook rod in bracket. On 54-Inch Deck: Move mower wheels back for operating (forward) position. Adjust mower wheels for desired cutting height.

Replacing Mower Drive (Primary) Belt 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety Section). C CAUTION: Avoid injury!

Drive belt tension rod is spring-assisted and may have unexpected movement. Keep a tight grip on rod when installing or removing drive belt or servicing mower deck. Put lift lever in mowing position. Measure distance between blade tip and flat ground surface. Measure distance between other blade tip and flat ground surface.

Install new blade, if the difference between the two measurements is more than 3 mm (1/8 in). Servicing Mower Blades c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. Removing Mower Blades 1. Raise mower deck to gain access to mower blades.

If necessary, remove mower deck. Block mower blade with a piece of wood to prevent it from spinning. Make sure deflector cups (D) are in place between spindle and blade. Position mower blades (C) with the cutting edge towards the ground onto the mower spindle. Install blade washer (B) with cup side toward the blade. Install and tighten bolt (A) by hand until mower blade is in full contact (fully seated) with spindle. Block mower blade with a piece of wood to prevent spinning, tighten bolts to 68 Nm (50 lb-ft).

Sharpening Blades c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are dangerous! Always wear gloves while working on blades. Always wear safety eye protection when grinding. Sharpen blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade sharpener.