That switch is the PTO safety lockout switch. It usually mounts on the inside right wall of the rear compartment. The button is usually held down firmly by the PTO lever when the PTO is fully disengaged, allowing the engine to crank up and run. Normally, once the PTO lever is engaged the switch is released. When it is released it will kill the engine if the seat is not occupied (when the PTO is engaged, blade injury to fallen riders must be prevented). Since that particular switch was broken free of its mounting, that switch will always be fully released, and the engine will neither crank, nor run. Holding the switch down manually will allow the engine to crank (provided the brake is held down) and to run (provided the seat is occupied) regardless of whether the blades are activated or not.....a dangerous situation. That PTO switch is usually fastened with two screws but was probably broken off by branches during mowing....a bad situation which needs fixing.
Mr. Ken, got a question: I have the same mower and my blades won't spin! Changed the belt after it broke and the PTO Cable and nothing! I've put the PTO in the on position the deck down to three and no blade action! I've even looked the front pulling spinning and nothing. Do you have any other suggestions?
This was my problem! You’re a life saver! My PTO cable broke...like a dummy, I got off and looked under and when I got back on, it wouldn’t start. The handle was loose and not sitting on the pto switch. I could hear it set it, but clicking, because the handle had so much slack! It’s now dark and the yard is half mowed, but I’m happy I just need a 15 dollar cable, not a new mower! Thanks again!
First things first - THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I've been looking for that kill switch all day and your video put me right on it BUT . . . that's not the brake safety switch. That switch is directly under the brake peddle up front (found that one!). This kill switch is the mower deck\PTO kill switch. In my case it's not the switch that's bad. There's a small spring that keeps the PTO lever on the switch with tension. Looks like the spring has come undone from the bottom . . . now I need to figure out where it connects at the bottom!
I want to thank you for your video it helped us fix our mower. We just got it it was starting fine we unloaded it off the truck by putting a jack handle through to give his leverage and move to switch away. Your video helped us locate where it was and we were able to fix it!
This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use th-cam.com/users/postUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.
That is the switch that is engaged by the lever that engages the blades. Blades off means switch is depressed and blades on means the switch is not depressed. Mounts to the inside wall to the right of the battery (if you are facing forward)
After spending over an hour looking for solution why my mower would not start after running for a hour, this video solved my problem. An electrical connector under the right side of the seat in the battery compartment came undone. Once I reconnected it, the engine started. Thanks for the suggestion where to look. Tried to find a wiring diagram on line, but to no avail.
Buddy that is the pto safety switch for that grey mount underneath the seat most people bypass that by jumping a wire between the two ports and it runs fine just won’t stop if you get off the seat
That might be a kill switch for your seat. Some will kill the engine if you get up off the seat while it is running. I disengaged that switch the first week.
thets how its suppose to be when you sit on the seet n turn on the pto... its kill button switch when you got engine running n you get up off the seet it shuts engine down.
Thanks for this video. I had a similar problem but mine was fixed after I re-seated the wire harness to the starter key assembly. I noticed that the connectors looked somewhat oxidized so I cleaned them off and reseated and it started right up.
@@xWonders_worldx Just pull the connector off the back of the ignition switch and check the condition of the contacts. They can be cleaned with a small wire brush.
Dear Friends. Please, help. My left (Driver side. The one with the adjustment gear) of the deck is high. The right side (passenger side. grass outlet side) is low. When lever is on position 4, i.e. the second highest, the right side of the deck scrapes the grass! The gear is all the way up. I.e "Driver side" of the deck is all the way down, but still too high. Do I need a new deck? New tractor? Thanks in advance.
It goes to the handle that kicks in blades to the right of mower at the back lever that kicks in blades when the handle is kicked out it pushes thebutton
I'm having this issue. I just bought mine tho. Let's say I turned it off bit accidentally left the key turned to the "on" position. Would this drain the battery? And if so, how would I recharge the battery? Jump it like a car battery?? Sorry to sound like a noob but I need some help. Thanks?
If the reverse switch-that kills the engine if reverse is engaged- mslfunctions or irritates you just pull the wire, it's one wire, move it out of hatms way. Other switches can be jumped by connecting the two wires.
Will do. Thanks. Was mowing turned key off to empty bag got bac on and nothing. Battery test full charge. Noting no lights no click just dead. Has to be a switch like that you show. Going to work on it tommorrow
Have the same mower. It's brand new only used a few times. Thing won't start so we jump started it and it started. Now, shut it off and won't crank only clicks. Ugh.
Thanks for the video. Pony died today for no apparent reason. Good voltage on the battery, ran fine for an hour, just I am finishing up it dies. No response on the key. I will be looking for this switch and whatever fuse maybe involved. No more TROY BILT. It's only 3 seasons old.
I am running a 95 model. So give yours some love and it should last a lot longer. Probably needs a Troy built mechanic to diagnose the problems. Had similar problem several years ago. Mechanic fixed in 25 minutes.
I know your post is old. I've had mine for 10 years and honestly I've done a poor job in routine maintaince. It has sat outside year round in Michigan weather. That said, I've had multiple issues popping up recently. This mower is very easy to work on, and parts are easy to find on Amazon relatively cheap.
Kristopher Guillermo exactly that's what it is it's the seat kill switch when you sit up and remove off from the lawn mower it turns off automatically for safety mode
Never buy a Troy , Sorry we got a Troy , way way too much " safety trouble" ate up lots n lots of my time trouble shooting , totally pissed !!!!!!!!!👎👎👎👎👎👎
Vest thing I ever did to fix this piece of shit mower was sell it and get a decent one mowers are built cheap and at a loss to mtd and they make up for that by upping the price on parrs.
Just can't follow the video. Moving around too much, not to mention the phone is in Portrait mode which makes it that much harder to see. Please turn the camera sideways and stop panning.
That switch is the PTO safety lockout switch. It usually mounts on the inside right wall of the rear compartment. The button is usually held down firmly by the PTO lever when the PTO is fully disengaged, allowing the engine to crank up and run. Normally, once the PTO lever is engaged the switch is released. When it is released it will kill the engine if the seat is not occupied (when the PTO is engaged, blade injury to fallen riders must be prevented). Since that particular switch was broken free of its mounting, that switch will always be fully released, and the engine will neither crank, nor run. Holding the switch down manually will allow the engine to crank (provided the brake is held down) and to run (provided the seat is occupied) regardless of whether the blades are activated or not.....a dangerous situation. That PTO switch is usually fastened with two screws but was probably broken off by branches during mowing....a bad situation which needs fixing.
Mr. Ken, got a question: I have the same mower and my blades won't spin! Changed the belt after it broke and the PTO Cable and nothing! I've put the PTO in the on position the deck down to three and no blade action! I've even looked the front pulling spinning and nothing. Do you have any other suggestions?
@@CIE504 buy a new one
Bravo! Accurate, concise, and complete. How the explanation of all things should be.
That's what happen to mine , made a metal bracket and bolted to right side of frame..zoom! Back in business
Hola muy buen video .me paso lo mismo ese interruptor anda suelto me podrían decir donde va ubicado ?
This was my problem! You’re a life saver! My PTO cable broke...like a dummy, I got off and looked under and when I got back on, it wouldn’t start. The handle was loose and not sitting on the pto switch. I could hear it set it, but clicking, because the handle had so much slack! It’s now dark and the yard is half mowed, but I’m happy I just need a 15 dollar cable, not a new mower! Thanks again!
First things first - THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! I've been looking for that kill switch all day and your video put me right on it BUT . . . that's not the brake safety switch. That switch is directly under the brake peddle up front (found that one!). This kill switch is the mower deck\PTO kill switch. In my case it's not the switch that's bad. There's a small spring that keeps the PTO lever on the switch with tension. Looks like the spring has come undone from the bottom . . . now I need to figure out where it connects at the bottom!
I want to thank you for your video it helped us fix our mower. We just got it it was starting fine we unloaded it off the truck by putting a jack handle through to give his leverage and move to switch away. Your video helped us locate where it was and we were able to fix it!
Why did you put the wires between the seat springs? When the springs hit down on each other will cut and short out the wiring and things
100% positive that is the blade engagement kill switch, located at the base end of the handle on the right side closest to the seat.
ditto
thats where i see the same thing on one i just brought home. gotta check it tomorrow
This is a very sturdy and well built mower. I thought I wouldn't like the foot operated speed control but after one use th-cam.com/users/postUgkxTZSPVwJFBv2hORqhQamtxi-tAe5K2EtC , I can't believe I ever had one without it. It drives like a car with an automatic transmission. Easy to adjust mowing speed according to grass depth/thickness. I have yet to get used to the long throw of the blade engagement lever but kind of get why it is that way. It allows you to hold mowing for short moments if you need. The engine seems very substantial and the frame has very little flex, both adding up to an impressive package. All my previous tractors were 18 to21 hp with 42in decks. This one is 23/46. I mow about 1.5 acres about every 5 days here in Alaska and that mowing time has been reduced by about 20%, partly due to the very tight turning radius. No loop arounds lol. Hour meter, cruise control, reverse mowing capability,deck cleanout and easy assembly all add up to a very well thought out tractor.
That is the switch that is engaged by the lever that engages the blades. Blades off means switch is depressed and blades on means the switch is not depressed. Mounts to the inside wall to the right of the battery (if you are facing forward)
After spending over an hour looking for solution why my mower would not start after running for a hour, this video solved my problem. An electrical connector under the right side of the seat in the battery compartment came undone. Once I reconnected it, the engine started. Thanks for the suggestion where to look. Tried to find a wiring diagram on line, but to no avail.
Thanks for the video. Turned out this wasn't the problem with mine but I did finally locate the blown fuse looking for this thing.
Evan Davis where would the fuse be at
@@nickhugo2676 in wire harness under battery buy silinoid
Buddy that is the pto safety switch for that grey mount underneath the seat most people bypass that by jumping a wire between the two ports and it runs fine just won’t stop if you get off the seat
That might be a kill switch for your seat. Some will kill the engine if you get up off the seat while it is running. I disengaged that switch the first week.
I have a slightly different model, but the push button you are showing, is mounted under my seat to ensure I am sitting on the seat, or it wont crank.
thets how its suppose to be when you sit on the seet n turn on the pto... its kill button switch when you got engine running n you get up off the seet it shuts engine down.
Thanks for this video. I had a similar problem but mine was fixed after I re-seated the wire harness to the starter key assembly. I noticed that the connectors looked somewhat oxidized so I cleaned them off and reseated and it started right up.
Mind telling me hpw
@@xWonders_worldx Just pull the connector off the back of the ignition switch and check the condition of the contacts. They can be cleaned with a small wire brush.
Dear Friends. Please, help. My left (Driver side. The one with the adjustment gear) of the deck is high. The right side (passenger side. grass outlet side) is low. When lever is on position 4, i.e. the second highest, the right side of the deck scrapes the grass! The gear is all the way up. I.e "Driver side" of the deck is all the way down, but still too high. Do I need a new deck? New tractor? Thanks in advance.
Thanks for posting, changed my belts now no start. Checking this tomorrow...
That is your PTO switch for the blade engagement .
The yellow handle on the right side.
That switch goes to the blade engage/disengage lever. the lever has to be disengaged pressing the button allowing the motor to start.
it mounts right under the lever under the seat to the right.
@@octaviuswhite9604 yep whut i wus thinking lot of older riding mowers used to use similer switch too like this set up.
It goes to the handle that kicks in blades to the right of mower at the back lever that kicks in blades when the handle is kicked out it pushes thebutton
You are a fuckin lifesaver
I'm having this issue. I just bought mine tho. Let's say I turned it off bit accidentally left the key turned to the "on" position. Would this drain the battery? And if so, how would I recharge the battery? Jump it like a car battery?? Sorry to sound like a noob but I need some help. Thanks?
antoine austin you can try to jump it, but your best bet is to get a battery trickle charger from harbor freight
what causes a riding mower to go dead when the blade is engaged
Safety. Switch for the PTO!
If the reverse switch-that kills the engine if reverse is engaged- mslfunctions or irritates you just pull the wire, it's one wire, move it out of hatms way. Other switches can be jumped by connecting the two wires.
That is not the reverse lockout switch.
Will do. Thanks. Was mowing turned key off to empty bag got bac on and nothing. Battery test full charge. Noting no lights no click just dead. Has to be a switch like that you show. Going to work on it tommorrow
Have the same mower. It's brand new only used a few times. Thing won't start so we jump started it and it started. Now, shut it off and won't crank only clicks. Ugh.
Mine does the same thing, when I turn the key it clicks once and nothing else. Did you figure it out?
If u jumped it u may have blown the fuse behind the battery
This was definitely the issue, thank you!!
Thanks for the video. Pony died today for no apparent reason. Good voltage on the battery, ran fine for an hour, just I am finishing up it dies. No response on the key. I will be looking for this switch and whatever fuse maybe involved. No more TROY BILT. It's only 3 seasons old.
I am running a 95 model. So give yours some love and it should last a lot longer. Probably needs a Troy built mechanic to diagnose the problems. Had similar problem several years ago. Mechanic fixed in 25 minutes.
I know your post is old. I've had mine for 10 years and honestly I've done a poor job in routine maintaince. It has sat outside year round in Michigan weather. That said, I've had multiple issues popping up recently. This mower is very easy to work on, and parts are easy to find on Amazon relatively cheap.
Yep. Awesome, and thanks dude!!
I'll check it out tomorrow, thx
this mower has several safety switches as most mowers do
That switch goes under your seat when you sit on it it presses that but and starts the engine
My 20amp fuse was blown. Replaced it and a fresh battery. Got almost a full mow. And popped the fuse again
Thank you sir!!
I have 1 like this. Where is the solenoid?
on the back left side look under
What size of fuse does it take
20 amp
Thank you, God bless you in Yeshua's mighty name :)
That what makes you stop it goes right under your clutch and it makes you stop and it makes it crank over
I am pretty sure that the button you found is the safety switch that is supposed to be pressed when you sit down.
The seat safety switch on the model is in the front left of the seat. The switch he is showing goes to the PTO.
Kristopher Guillermo exactly that's what it is it's the seat kill switch when you sit up and remove off from the lawn mower it turns off automatically for safety mode
Wrong. It's the pto switch.
I'll have to look at this thanks for the video
someone added that because i have a troy bilt bronco and there is not anything like that on mine. that looks juryrigged
That is built to mount on your seat so when you sit down the button will push and you can crank it that is a safety thing
Seat control switch. That's what it is
Nope. That is located by the left sided front seat hinge. Totally different style switch.
its not to seat. i would zip tie button down with piece of plastic and put it back....wallaa
Thanks again have to check
That’s a safety switch that goes under the seat. So when you get up the machine shuts off.
Replaced spark plug and battery - POS just died the other day , still won't do shit
Throw a couple zip ties around it.
Never buy a Troy , Sorry we got a Troy , way way too much " safety trouble" ate up lots n lots of my time trouble shooting , totally pissed !!!!!!!!!👎👎👎👎👎👎
that switch goes on the forward / reverse selector
Wrong.
thats the pto saftey switch that can be eliminated ,,
Vest thing I ever did to fix this piece of shit mower was sell it and get a decent one mowers are built cheap and at a loss to mtd and they make up for that by upping the price on parrs.
That goes under the break.
Just can't follow the video. Moving around too much, not to mention the phone is in Portrait mode which makes it that much harder to see. Please turn the camera sideways and stop panning.
Don't see this fucking switch or cord anywhere - only a fuse
The best thing to do is go back in time and buy a different mower.
Thanks, Tony Starks!
Dont like troybilts nothing but problems.
Pto switch
I know where that goes
Seat
What size of fuse does it take
20amp