XJ2025h PTO Clutch

[bevhoward]

The 200 pound flywheel and "up gearing" on the WoodMaxx 8M appears to have taken a toll on my LS XJ2025h's PTO clutch.

When the XJ2025h was new and I first hooked up the WoodMaxx 8M chipper, engaging the electric PTO clutch at idle would stall the tractor engine. It was necessary to increase the RPMs to about 1750 to prevent stalling when spinning up the chipper rotor.

After years of use, switching to the smaller WoodMaxx 86H chipper and clearing the occasional clogs when chipping very soft materials, I now notice that if the 86H's flywheel is even marginally blocked, engaging the PTO switch, the engine will now bog rather than stall.

So, I assume that the clutch either needs to be adjusted or the discs (or clutch) will need to be replaced soon.

Some questions;

1. How does one access the PTO clutch? (the owner's manual has zero info on where it is located)
2. Does the electric PTO clutch have any adjustment options?
3. Is there a XJ2025h shop manual available?

Thanks in advance,
Beverly Howard

 

[tomplum]

I do have a service manual but don't know my way around one of these clutches. In the manual it gives assy instructions and notes that the transmission doesn't need to be pulled. Discs and friction rings which should show up on the parts list. The reference a real basic electrical test and a pressure test at the PTO control valve. I've not looked into the electrical side of it.

 

[Ericredslslingshot]

Yeah that's why I was thinking about buying a stand-alone chipper with its own engine. They cost about twice as much used as an 8h but at least I won't be damaging my tractor. I'm still contemplating probably make a Leep this spring

 

[bevhoward]

I do have a service manual but don't know my way around one of these clutches.

Thanks for the response.

What is the best way to get a service manual?

Unfortunately, my LS dealer moved to another country and it's not easy to drop in any more.

Is there a picture or diagram showing the clutch location that you could take a snapshot of so I can take a look and get a better idea of what I am up against?

Thanks in advance,
Beverly Howard

 

[tomplum]

Let's see what we get.

 

[bevhoward]

Wow... THANKS!

That appears to be sufficient information to dig in and get into trouble.

I'm also going to see if I can find an LS service manual... looks invaluable.

The big news for me is that a clutch rebuild is an option compared to replacing the entire pto clutch.

Thanks again,
Beverly Howard