This spring I got a new bolens model 760 riding lawnmower and am very
satisfied with it except that when I put it in reverse with the blades
engaged the engine dies. I assume this is normal. Since I don`t have
any kids or pets I would like to be able to cut in reverse. What do I
need to do to fix the problem? Thank you
for any info Herb

On Sun, 12 May 2013 12:11:59 -0400, (Herb Eneva)
wrote:

This spring I got a new bolens model 760 riding lawnmower and am very
satisfied with it except that when I put it in reverse with the blades
engaged the engine dies. I assume this is normal. Since I don`t have
any kids or pets I would like to be able to cut in reverse. What do I
need to do to fix the problem? Thank you
for any info Herb

My Sears has a switch position that enables mowing in reverse. The
theory is that one uses it when one has to go in reverse. I use it
all the time. If there weren't such a position, it would be quickly
installed.

On 5/12/2013 12:11 PM, Herb Eneva wrote:
This spring I got a new bolens model 760 riding lawnmower and am very
satisfied with it except that when I put it in reverse with the blades
engaged the engine dies. I assume this is normal. Since I don`t have
any kids or pets I would like to be able to cut in reverse. What do I
need to do to fix the problem? Thank you
for any info Herb



If the ignition key has three positions the one in the middle allows
cutting in both directions. Sears brand made by Husqvarna is the one
what I have.

John

On 5/12/13 12:11 PM, Herb Eneva wrote:
This spring I got a new bolens model 760 riding lawnmower and am very
satisfied with it except that when I put it in reverse with the blades
engaged the engine dies. I assume this is normal. Since I don`t have
any kids or pets I would like to be able to cut in reverse. What do I
need to do to fix the problem? Thank you
for any info Herb


According to MTD/Bolens web site re Troubleshooting:

"Mower will not cut in reverse"
Possible Causes Corrective Actions
Safety switch It is a safety feature. You
must disengage cutting deck
before putting mower in reverse.

Our John Deere has a push button to allow cutting in reverse as needed.

On 5/12/2013 1:12 PM, Retired wrote:
On 5/12/13 12:11 PM, Herb Eneva wrote:
This spring I got a new bolens model 760 riding lawnmower and am very
satisfied with it except that when I put it in reverse with the blades
engaged the engine dies. I assume this is normal. Since I don`t have
any kids or pets I would like to be able to cut in reverse. What do I
need to do to fix the problem? Thank you
for any info Herb


According to MTD/Bolens web site re Troubleshooting:

"Mower will not cut in reverse"
Possible Causes Corrective Actions
Safety switch It is a safety feature. You
must disengage cutting deck
before putting mower in reverse.

Our John Deere has a push button to allow cutting in reverse as needed.


If so I would rule out that brand.

Too bad, I have a Bolens weed eater that I have been trying to kill for
years by using way over sized line but it refuses to die once started.

Starting the 2 stroke sucker is the issue and the reason I am trying to
find an excuse to replace it. The instructions say prime it with 10
shots which just floods it. Sometimes 3, sometimes 5, sometimes
uncountable primes & pulls needed.

But no matter how far I fling the leaky little sucker cause it wont
start, it just keeps wackin' those weeds w/ double .095 line.

Sigh,
John