Seat Switch - Toro Reelmaster 2000-D Service Manual

Seat Switch

The seat switch is normally open and closes when the
operator is on the seat. If either the neutral switch or
parking brake switch is open when the operator raises
out of the seat, the engine will stop. 1
The standard seat uses a switch that is fastened to the
underside of the seat (Fig. 22). The deluxe seat has a
2
switch that is mounted to the seat base under the cush-
ion. The switch electrical connector for either seat type
is located directly under the seat. Testing is the same for
either switch type.
The Standard Control Module monitors the operation of
the seat switch. If the ignition switch is in the ON position
Figure 22
and the seat is occupied, the Module in seat input LED
1. Electrical connector 2. Standard seat switch
should be illuminated.
Seat Switch Test
1. Make sure the engine is off.
2. Disconnect electrical connector from the seat switch.
3. Check the continuity of the switch by connecting a
multimeter (ohms setting) across the connector termi-
nals.
4. With no pressure on the seat, there should be no
continuity between the seat switch terminals.
5. Press directly onto the seat switch through the seat
cushion. There should be continuity as the seat cushion
approaches the bottom of its travel.
6. Reconnect switch connector.
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