Toro Timecutter zero turn mower shuts off when handles moved FIX

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  • A quick temporary fix for the zero turn mower if it shuts off when steering handles are pulled in. If the new arm safety switches don’t work once I install them, then the problem is probably the control module. I’m not sure if I would spend the money on that or just keep the switches depressed and brakes off?
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  • @andyflores9872
    @andyflores9872 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This is one of the best videos I’ve ever watched. That’s the problem I had with my lawnmower. Why does Toro Timecutter has the worse with electronic issues❓

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      Right on, thanks!

    • @jayrose9463
      @jayrose9463 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have this now

  • @nataliechavira3288
    @nataliechavira3288 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My mower started doing this, and your video helped me troubleshoot the problem and fix it. Thanks so much!

  • @vincentpe305
    @vincentpe305 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    It is not the switches. It's something further down the circuit.
    They are working correctly if it shuts off when the handles are moved in. It's telling you something else is wrong.

  • @whosoeverwill-ky
    @whosoeverwill-ky 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thanks for the content. A good way to continue mowing til you get the switches. With shipping being delayed sometimes, this is a great way to keep your lawn or someone else’s lawn maintained.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      NP thanks for watching!

    • @mateococo4931
      @mateococo4931 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m having the same problem with my 2021 time cutter.

  • @rudienewman2137
    @rudienewman2137 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video got me on the right track. I had no idea where to start. Parts are on order. Thank you.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You’re welcome!

  • @c-bass413
    @c-bass413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Tyvm, saved me some troubleshooting. Got it to drive w/o stalling but now turning on the blades makes it stall too. Troubleshooting continues.....

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck brother

    • @ThomBesch
      @ThomBesch ปีที่แล้ว

      I had the same problem. It turned out to be the metal rods going to the brake controller were bent. Thus they were too tight and the brake controller wasn’t able to rotate freely. Disconnect both brake rods , (I tied mine up so they wouldn’t drag and bend more) and then see if your problem has gone away.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good call!

  • @danryan3146
    @danryan3146 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A man after my own heart...jury rigging to get it going. I have the same problem and did the same thing.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      👍

  • @scottw7083
    @scottw7083 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    thank you sir for this video, I have the same mower same problems...its under warranty but I took it back to the the shop 4 times but they can't fix it ....I'll send them this info..

  • @darladay4766
    @darladay4766 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What if it only does that once you try to move? Not when the handles are in, but throwing the handles back out fixes it

  • @antoniodorado4083
    @antoniodorado4083 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello there great video I changed the safety switches on the handles and I didn’t change my seat switch just yet however I think it is working fine because it shuts off when I get up with the blades running as well, still shutting when put on PTO. Should I try changing the seat switch ?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yea, that’s an easy one to change. Hopefully that does it for you

    • @antoniodorado4083
      @antoniodorado4083 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@oxford821 how comes that the seat switch can be bad, if when I get up with the blades engaging the mowers shut off ?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That is what it is supposed to do, idk. Seems like some circuit is getting disrupted somewhere

    • @antoniodorado4083
      @antoniodorado4083 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What do you think I should at next ?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The PTO switch is the last one to change. If that doesn’t work, maybe swap out the part they all run to. I think it’s a black circuit box

  • @antoniodorado4083
    @antoniodorado4083 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What if the replacing the safety switches don’t fix ? I got couple new safety switches at my local store and the problem still persists.

    • @jpyshny
      @jpyshny 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I have THE SAME ISSUE! I have just installed two new switches and it still dies when I pull the handles together.
      Have you figured out the problem?

    • @ThePaperBoy187
      @ThePaperBoy187 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Then it might be a bad break control module, bad pto switch. Check make sure the pto wire isn't loose

  • @NerdyShirt
    @NerdyShirt 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This worked fine for mine but when I bought new switches it's back to stalling when pulling the steering handles in to drive like before. 🤔

  • @stuullrich3213
    @stuullrich3213 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:16 on craftsman by pass switches pull pro and engine shuts OFF! Some safety switches have 4wires if you tape closed it’s telling the pto don’t engage

  • @cesarleal684
    @cesarleal684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video man. I didn't know About those switches, but I do know .

  • @mrcupcakeman32
    @mrcupcakeman32 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    ive been working on mine all day...started blowing out starting fuse...found a crimped red wire on that fuse box. after that it stopped blowing fuse out and it started but when i engage the handles or the pto it turns off...also the seat safety switch ita not working, it turns on even if im not sitting on seat. i just replaced the ignition switch cause the other one went bad, its an after market so dont k ow if that might be causing for all the safety switches to act up...dont know what to do

  • @tomgregory5814
    @tomgregory5814 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did take the brake off?? It’s supposed to cut out the motor if the brake is still on.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yea, I disconnected them underneath

  • @darylsmith8543
    @darylsmith8543 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had the exact symptoms with my SS5000, but my problem turned out to be the brake control module. I have it bypassed for now, until my new module arrives, and it works fine.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Nice work

    • @alexanderramosn1428
      @alexanderramosn1428 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey regarding your brake , does it turn off when you push the brake off? How did you bypass?

  • @LovintheUTube
    @LovintheUTube 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a great video and worked mostly for me. The mower was turning off with the handles moved forward. I tried your approach at it worked. The only problem I am now having is when the mower blades are engaged the mower cuts off. Any suggestions?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I would try a new PTO switch first. That would be the easiest thing to try for the blade issue

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, I would try a new PTO switch first. That would be the easiest thing to try for the blade issue

    • @LovintheUTube
      @LovintheUTube 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oxford821 I bypassed the PTO switch and that seems to be the problem. Thanks again!!!

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LovintheUTube Right on !

  • @johnwilson7660
    @johnwilson7660 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does pushing the handles forward immediately after bringing them in keep it from dying if you do it fast enough? Are the switches only depressed when they are brought in?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The switches are spring loaded. Soon as the handles are brung in, the switches are disengaged

  • @dennicemcmillian929
    @dennicemcmillian929 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very detailed, On point
    Great diy video.

  • @lukesanders3321
    @lukesanders3321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So was it fixed when u changed the safety switches?

  • @saleemkader2126
    @saleemkader2126 ปีที่แล้ว

    God Bless you your videos has helped me alot.

  • @EYECOMEINPEACE
    @EYECOMEINPEACE ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey there. Any chance you can tell me the model number of this mower ? Is it a 7xxxx something …? Im 3 hrs away from mine for 2 weeks ajd need to buy abnew starter lol. Yhanks in advance.

  • @07griz
    @07griz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What is the correct name of the switches?
    Thanks

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m not sure off hand. I went onto Toro’s parts web site. You need the model number of your mower. The site has schematics of the entire mower. You can “add to cart” and purchase

  • @kennethfannin8707
    @kennethfannin8707 ปีที่แล้ว

    my left handle will creep inward and shut off the mower ,,, what makes the handle creep inward ? any ideas

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      Dang, I’m not sure about that one. I’m thinking the linkage from the handle to the trans is to tight

  • @allisonchambers9566
    @allisonchambers9566 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much for this! This was super helpful!

  • @frankspellman4868
    @frankspellman4868 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So I have the same issue replaced switches and brake control module and still doing it any advice

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dang. I watched other videos where they had to replace the whole control module. Maybe that’s whats wrong with yours?

    • @frankspellman4868
      @frankspellman4868 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Already done that also

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@frankspellman4868 Maybe the PTO switch? I don’t know what the heck else could be?

    • @frankspellman4868
      @frankspellman4868 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah I hear that iam on my wits end

  • @hugosanchez4553
    @hugosanchez4553 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    And if it also turns off when I turn on the blades, what could it be?

  • @dannyhenderson1072
    @dannyhenderson1072 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks!

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, and God bless you!

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thing is who keep extra switch for there mowers and wait for ordering parts a week or two
    Knowing how to get by is what’s important now

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just retired the mower, I bought a new one. I’ll do a video soon as the weather gets better

  • @coppertopv365
    @coppertopv365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Need to try an check this tomorrow for my neighbors mower

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope it works out for you

    • @coppertopv365
      @coppertopv365 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oxford821 this was the Issue..

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@coppertopv365 Did you replace the switches?

    • @coppertopv365
      @coppertopv365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oxford821 no sir, I looked online for them, and I'm going to check with John Deere tomorrow.. it seems like the sensors, but it could also be electrical.. so I'm going to check wiring tomorrow, then inquire with the John Deere place after that. I have an old 01 Craftsman regular mower that works I'll use until I get the kinks worked out. I think the carburetor will need Replacing.. the butterfly valve isnt operating correctly, and I already took the carb off an serviced it, cleaned it, and reattached the carburetor..
      But I hold them Lever Buttons in, and I can make it work so I'm on the correct track..
      Thank you

  • @jayrose9463
    @jayrose9463 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is what I have.
    But I highly doubt my switched both went bad at same time
    What happened

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think even if one side goes bad, maybe it trips the circuit

  • @dbaker3264
    @dbaker3264 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Disabling the brakes???? The safety switches can be pulled apart to just clean their internal contacts with spray contact cleaner, and should have been the first thing completed. From here, if you still have problems with switches working correctly, then it time to trouble shoot the brake control module.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Damm it. I wish I woulda thought about that first! Good idea

    • @philliphall5198
      @philliphall5198 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep contact cleaner is a must for all shops now

    • @claudiofagundes9502
      @claudiofagundes9502 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Big help thank you

  • @thetubeschannel
    @thetubeschannel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the education on this !! thank you !!

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Right on, NP!!

  • @lazowelding
    @lazowelding ปีที่แล้ว

    I was having the same issue and after changing them handle switches it still did the same thing it didn’t fix the problem when I pull the drive handles in it shuts off so I’m still troubleshooting it

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      That sucks, did you test the safety switch under the seat?

    • @lazowelding
      @lazowelding ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oxford821 yes the seat switch is working so I am assuming my issue might be the actual brake module that releases the brakes what you think?

    • @rossawood5075
      @rossawood5075 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also have same problem, replaced seat and control arm switches however when arms are left in outer position engine will stop in a few seconds unless I move one or either lever slightly in to allow engine to continue running?

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  ปีที่แล้ว

      That seems backwards. The engine should stay running when handles are outwards.

  • @williamhusseyjr1143
    @williamhusseyjr1143 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This just happened to me today - havent looked into it yet but am curious if it may be low on Hydrostatic fluid...

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don’t think the transmission are serviceable on these lower end mowers? I never noticed a drain or fill on them. Let me know if they can be because I’ll change the fluid if possible

    • @williamhusseyjr1143
      @williamhusseyjr1143 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@oxford821 I looked and there isnt any level switch of any sorts - I noticed a filler tube under the left side of the seat though.
      In regards to that three dollar box for the brakes, I am rewiring the safety's to where the box does the brakes only, and put my own relay of some sorts in place - some rather bad reviews on this design.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@williamhusseyjr1143 Sound like a plan.

  • @borg386
    @borg386 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Mine turned out to be the brake safety switch. Half of the switch was working,but the the other half was not.
    It take a multimeter to find this fault.

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the info

  • @frankieschiller3767
    @frankieschiller3767 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why not just replace the switches while you're there???

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I didn’t have the news ones at the time, had to wait for them to come in

    • @combatrp
      @combatrp ปีที่แล้ว

      And also some people don't have the money or resources to replace it

  • @NelsonSegura-fd4hj
    @NelsonSegura-fd4hj 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great Job Thanks for the tip

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      NP!

  • @joshuaswanson3068
    @joshuaswanson3068 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Some times this happens to me it’s usually just a sticky ignition give the key a little half turn like your shutting it off yull find it was just out of position and then you can engage the arms

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thanks

    • @android18CS2
      @android18CS2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This just worked for me

  • @claudiofagundes9502
    @claudiofagundes9502 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Big help 6hank you

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  หลายเดือนก่อน

      NP!

  • @happygilmore10
    @happygilmore10 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, helped!

  • @philliphall5198
    @philliphall5198 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dang use a ohm meter to check switch’s and system

  • @DKidder
    @DKidder ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine did exactly the same thing after transport...I jumpered the seat switch and it works perfectly again.

  • @rimantasjuozelskis4677
    @rimantasjuozelskis4677 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    LIUKS

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Nice thanks!

  • @mypeugeot407
    @mypeugeot407 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's seat switch not engaging bro 😅 your bottom is too light weight

    • @oxford821
      @oxford821  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What!!!

  • @CharleneHonea-ks1rw
    @CharleneHonea-ks1rw 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Break box

  • @tbar1047
    @tbar1047 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just go get two safety switches.