I have a puzzle: Rear wheels drive, but not the front wheels. The machine is about 4 years old. About a year ago, it started making an annoying noise that sounds like rushing air (best approximation), paired with engaged drive. I thought it was just debris in the belt channel, so I hosed it out and thought it got slightly better. I realize, now, I should have pulled the cover off and checked the belt, but I am a busy guy (lame, I know). Even now, I'm dressed for work, and though I'd like to pull it apart, I don't have the time. So, I'm puzzling it out in my mind. I expect the answer will be clear when I get to that, and I'll share it then, but anyone who'd like to pose a guess will be welcome.
Just bought a new Husqvarna XT721FE mower. What happens if you use it before charging the battery? If mowing doesn't recharge it, can I expect it to work all summer from one 24 hour charge? Also, does it need to be charged for 24 hours again in the spring after setting all winter? Will charging it for 48 hours before storing it all winter really be enough to keep it from going completely dead? My dad has another brand mower with electric start and he can remove his battery and keep it on a trickle charge all winter. The manual does not give much info on the battery.