Service Manual

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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7. Turn the ignition key in the switch to “RUN”
position and the PTO switch to the “ON” position.
8. If the meter is 3.5 amps or above, the system is
functioning properly. If the meter reading is below
3.5 amps, check the electrical system for
problems (i.e., the battery, ignition switch, PTO
switch, or wiring harness may be malfunctioning).
Figure 89
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Park Brake Switch
Purpose
Used to ensure the transaxles are in neutral and the
park brakes are engaged. It is activated when the
forward/reverse control levers are in the park position
(handles in the out position).
Location
The park brake switches are located at the base of the
actuator arm linkage. There are 2 parking brake
switches. One for right side linkage and the other for
the left side linkage (Figure 90).
Figure 90
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How it Works
This single pole plunger type switch has two terminals.
When the forward/reverse control levers are in the park
position (handles in the out position), it pushes on the
plunger, closing the contact, and connecting the
terminals (Figure 91).
Figure 91
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