stx46 mower deck shut off

sam452

Forum Newbie
Joined
Mar 8, 2013
Threads
2
Messages
5
I was doing fine mowing yesterday when all of a sudden my mower deck turns off, as if I slipped off the seat. I don't think it's the PTO switch because when I engage the PTO and attempt to get off the seat, the mower shuts off. So the circuit is open when I get off the seat but closed when I get back on when I have the PTO engaged.

Re-read my manual but I'm not seeing if there is another fail-safe switch for safety that I can inspect. What else should I check to troubleshoot where else I can see what might be the culprit? thx, sam
 

mechanic mark

Lawn Pro
Joined
Jul 15, 2013
Threads
175
Messages
7,381
Check PTO wire harness plug making sure it's tight & secure. You may need to adjust air gap at PTO clutch. Remove key from ignition first for Safety. Let us know how it goes, thanks.
 

sam452

Forum Newbie
Joined
Mar 8, 2013
Threads
2
Messages
5
Yes, it turns out the wiring connection to the PTO clutch burned out. It then shorted out the switch for good measure. Thanks for replying, sam
 
Top