Pto Switch - Toro Groundmaster Series Service Manual

PTO Switch

Testing the PTO Switch
Groundsmaster ® 3200, 3300 and 3310
19240SL Rev A
POSITION CLOSED
CIRCUITS
OFF COM B + NC B
(DOWN)
COM C+ NC C
ON (UP) COM B + NO B
COM C+ NO C
The power take off (PTO) switch is located on the operator's console. This
switch is pulled up to engage the PTO shaft and pushed down to disengage
the PTO shaft.
The TDM display/controller monitors the position of the PTO switch. Using
information from the PTO switch and other inputs, the TDM controller energizes
the electric PTO clutch coil to engage the PTO shaft.
The PTO switch and its circuit wiring can be tested using the TDM
display/controller; refer to
Troubleshooting (page
wiring are not functioning correctly, proceed with the following test procedure:
1. Park the machine on a level surface, lower the cutting unit (or attachment),
engage the parking brake, set the key switch to the O
the key from the key switch.
2. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable at the battery; refer to
and Installing the Battery (page
3. Remove the operator's console covers; refer to
Operator's Console Covers (page
4. Disconnect the wire harness connector from the switch and remove the
switch from the console if necessary. Check the switch and the harness
connector for damage or corrosion and clean or repair if necessary.
5. Use a multimeter (ohms setting) and the preceding table to determine
whether continuity exists between the various terminals for each switch
position.
6. Replace the switch if necessary.
7. If the switch tests correctly and a circuit problem still exists, check the wire
harnesses; refer to
8. Install the switch and connect the wire harness after testing.
9. Install the console covers.
10. Connect the battery negative (-) cable at the battery.
Using the TDM Display/Controller Screens for
3–12). If testing determines that the switch and circuit
6–64).
7–23).
Appendix A (page A–1).
Page 6–23 Electrical System: Testing the Electrical Components
position and remove
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Removing
Removing and Installing the