Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): craftsman hydro 44\hydro automatic transmission problem, automatic transmission problem, proper manuals

Question
model # 917.257730..... everything is running fine as far as the engine but when I put it in forward or reverse it does nothing

Answer
Hello LAnce:

>>Is the Ground Drive Belt Turning the Input Shaft of the Transaxle?
>>Have you Checked the Linkage and made Sure it is Moving the Transaxle Control Valve?
>>To View a Breakdown of this Unit Go to this Site Addy, http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action?sid=PSHx20080114x00001 and Enter the Model Numbers and Click Search. From this Page you can View Diagrams and Parts Lists for you Equipment Using the "View Sub Components" Section Near the Bottom Left.
>>To Better Assist you;
>>On the Transaxle is an OEM Identification Plate. Send me the Information Off of This Plate, Please. With this Information, I can Locate the Proper Manuals and Better Assist You.
>>Please, Do Not Hesitate, If you Hit a Snag, if I Missed Something or this Does Not Correct the Problem, I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John