Electric Clutch won't turn off - Toro Grandstand

[LCPullman]

I have a Toro Grandstand and the electric clutch won't turn off very easily. Neither the OPC switch or the PTO switch will turn it off.
It will disengage when the engine is shut off - or when you abruptly throttle up the engine.
It doesn't seem to be electric though because I can actually unplug the clutch connector while the clutch is on and it won't turn off.
I don't think its bearings either - no unusual noises and the bottom side spins just great when its not engaged.
To me it sounds like the clutch plates are actually holding in to each other - I can just replace the clutch - but I'm wondering if anyone else has experienced this or has any ideas on what's going on.

[Restrorob]

Originally Posted by LCPullman

I don't think its bearings either

I think that's your issue, Remove the clutch and check both bearings....

[LCPullman]

Originally Posted by Restrorob

I think that's your issue, Remove the clutch and check both bearings....

Okay, I'll check that. Any idea what would be wrong with the bearings, e.g. loose, tight, etc.

[Restrorob]

Dry and locking up....

[The Toro Company]

Our team at the Toro Customer Care would be happy to help. You can call them at 888-384-9939.

We hope this helps...

[piston slapper]

Originally Posted by The Toro Company

Our team at the Toro Customer Care would be happy to help. You can call them at 888-384-9939.

We hope this helps...

You guys build a good product....
When are you going to contribute to the troubleshooting on this forum ?
A phone # can hardly help anyone that searches this post looking for good insight and pertinent information...that may help them resolve their problems..
With your vast resources and technical support it could be good for public relations...
Having said that...Giving away FREE technical advice may upset some of your dealers....
Keep up the good work....
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[Restrorob]

Originally Posted by piston slapper

A phone # can hardly help anyone that searches this post looking for good insight and pertinent information...that may help them resolve their problems.

The thing that gets me is, After I take time from my busy schedule to help, a OEM rep pops in with a phone number. This isn't the first time either.... So WTF !?!?!

[piston slapper]

Originally Posted by Restrorob

The thing that gets me is, After I take time from my busy schedule to help, a OEM rep pops in with a phone number. This isn't the first time either.... So WTF !?!?!

You're preachin' to the chior...brother RestroRob....

Workin 2 jobs and eatin baloney...supportin 14 kids...2 exwives..and sum pretty little thing that thinks grey hair is cool..can keep a workin man busy...
Salesreps have all the answers...and no solutions...
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[Restrorob]

Originally Posted by piston slapper

Salesreps have all the answers...and no solutions...

I've seen that all too many times....