Toro Greensmaster eFlex 1800 Service Manual page 153

Checking the Operation of Traction Switch
Testing the Traction Switch
Removing and Installing the Traction Switch
Greensmaster ® eFlex 1800, 2100 and 2120
12189SL Rev E
The traction switch is a normally open proximity switch. This switch is 1 of the
several inputs for the TEC. The switch is attached to the handle assembly switch
mount bracket (Figure
When the traction engagement lever is not engaged, the head of the bolt in the
traction lever is positioned away from the target end of the traction switch so
that the switch is in its normal open state. The head of the bolt in the traction
engagement lever is moved toward the switch target when the traction lever is
engaged causing the switch to close.
Check the operation of traction switch with the InfoCenter on the console. With
the key switch in the R
choose the Traction and ensure that the switch state changes as the traction
lever is applied and released. Further traction switch testing is necessary only if
the switch state does not change when using the InfoCenter.
1. Park the machine on a level surface and place the traction lever in the
N position. Turn the key switch to the O
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key from the key switch.
2. Disconnect the battery pack; refer to
(page 5–7).
3. Remove the console cover from the handle to get access to the traction
switch (Figure 102).
4. Disconnect the traction switch connector from the machine wire harness.
5. Connect a multimeter (ohms setting) across the switch connector terminals
to check the continuity of the traction switch.
6. With the traction lever in the N
(infinite ohms) across the switch terminals.
7. Check that the switch closes (zero ohms) as the traction lever is engaged.
8. Replace the traction switch if necessary.
1. Disconnect the traction switch from the machine wire harness.
2. Remove the 2 washer-head screws and 2 locknuts that mount the switch to
the switch mount bracket on the handle
from the machine.
Note: For proper operation of traction switch, the screws and locknuts used
to secure the interlock switch are stainless steel. If these fasteners are
replaced, ensure to use correct fasteners.
3. Position the traction switch to the switch bracket and secure with the 2
washer-head screws and 2 locknuts
4. Adjust the traction switch; refer to
Note: Ensure that the locknuts are securely tightened after adjustment.
5. Connect the switch to the machine wire harness. Secure the console cover
to the handle.
6. Connect the battery pack; refer to
(page 5–7).
103).
position and the InfoCenter in the diagnostics menu,
UN
Connecting the Lithium Battery Pack
position, there should not be continuity
EUTRAL
(Figure
(Figure
Traction Switch (page
Connecting the Lithium Battery Pack
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position and remove the
FF
102), and remove the switch
102).
5–35).