Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Brake on John Deere 212, john deere 212, question pool

Question
I have an older model 212.  The brake just froze on me while I was using it.  Any ideas on how to unlock it?

thanks.

Answer
Hello Mike:

Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool. You can View a Breakdown/IPL of the Engine and Mower at this Site Addy, http://jdpc.deere.com/jdpc/servlet/com.deere.u90490.partscatalog.view.servlets.H... and Enter the Model Numbers (212) and Click Find. Then Select your Model from the Search Results Area. Then Select the Sectional File. Then Select the Section of the Mower you Wish to View Online. I Suggest you Check the Parking Brake Linkage First. From your Description it Sounds like the Parking Brake has Applied Due to a Connection in the Linkage Disconnecting and Locking the Brake System. Check the Brake Band and Make Sure it is Not Binding on the Brake Drum. If you Hit a Snag 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