Electromagnetic clutch removal

[jdh780]

Can anyone give me any tips on how to get an electromagnetic clutch off, on a ride on mower?

[adw]

Most electromagnetic clutchs fit onto a straight shaft not a taper, so once the centre bolt is out it should just fall off, it will have a key way, it is always a good idea to copper slip the shaft when re fitting.

[GardenKit]

But once in a while they do not 'just fall off'. Then they are pigs to get off,

Be careful about pulling it using the main body, you will just pull the clutch apart.

 

Try instead to lever it down from the pulley above, using levers between the pulley and the chassis. It should not need to move far to free up.

[jdh780]

Cheers guys, I will have another try in the morning.

[RDB logs]

Regular applications of plus gas