L3400 Safety Switch Issue

[tbarb]

I have an L3400 Tractor with Manual Transmission.

I have an issue somewhere in the "safety switch" system.

I thought I isolated the problem as one of the neutral switches on the Low/High/Reverse gear shift box had one of the metal tabs broken off. I replaced both switches to be safe and the tractor starts, but when I put it in gear or engage the PTO it dies out (which is the same problem before I changed the switches).

If I put the tractor in gear and depress the two switches with my fingers, I can put the tractor in gear, engage the PTO, etc... and all is good.

I figure it must actually be an issue somewhere else in the "'Safety Switch" system (under seat switch or PTO Switch), but do not know how to figure it out on my own and looking for some advice.

If anyone has any ideas, I would like to get your thoughts.. thanks in advance for any help.

 

[scdeerslayer]

Sounds like the seat switch.

 

[tbarb]

thanks for the reply..

Do you know of a way to test it? Would like to be able to trouble shoot before replacing if possible

 

[tbarb]

Just wanted to see if anyone else had any input.. Thx!

 

[Newlyme]

If you do not have a multimeter or continuity tester, could you remove the switch and have your Kubota dealership test it for you?

You could also have any tractor dealership test it. Maybe an auto parts store?

It's a very simple switch. Either on or off.