look for the engage switch that has a picture of blades
The STX-38 should have an electric clutch for the mower deck. The switch to engage it is on the right rear fender. It is a toggle switch. You will have to pull up on the switch and forward to engage the blades.
The manual pto is the switch used to engage the mower deck.
The safety switch to start the motor on a Ranchking riding mower is located in the ignition. If the clutch needs to be depressed several times before the mower will start, there might be a problem with the adjustment of the clutch.
There's a yellow switch in the upper right hand portion of the dash. It's the PTO drive. Engage your clutch, pull up on the switch and move it forward, and that should start the blades spinning. If it fails to engage, it could be a bad switch or a bad battery.
To determine if the PTO switch on a John Deere LX280 is faulty, first check for any signs of wear or damage on the switch itself. You can test the switch with a multimeter to see if it is allowing continuity when engaged. Additionally, if the PTO does not engage or disengage properly, or if there are intermittent issues with the mower's operation, these could indicate a bad switch. Always ensure that all connections are clean and secure before concluding that the switch is defective.
If the mower has a shift knob control for "Start" "Run" and 'Stop', the kill switch will be on the end of the cable that leads to the throttle bracket. If the mower has the safety handle that shuts off the mower when it is not depressed, the kill switch will be at the end of the cable that leads from the handle to the engine. If the mower is operated with an on-off ignition switch, the kill switch wire will be spliced to the switch "off" wire some where between the throttle cable and the switch.
why does my rider cut off when i engage the blades
That's not much info to work with. But, assuming that you are talking about a riding mower which quits when you engage the blades, I would tell you to check out the seat safety switch. For some readon the mower doesn't think there is anyone on the seat. It will not run with the blades engaged with no one on the seat. Somewhere attached to the seat you will find a small switch with two wires going to it. It may have come unplugged or it could just be a bad switch.
To replace the switch plunger on an LT1000 Craftsman lawn mower, first, disconnect the battery for safety. Remove the old plunger by unscrewing it from the switch assembly. Install the new plunger by screwing it into the same location, ensuring it fits securely. Finally, reconnect the battery and test the switch to ensure proper operation.
For test purposes, unplug the switch, and push down on the center of the black plug at the end of the wire. You can use a zip tie to hold it down.
To reinstall the spring in the blade engage handle on a Snapper riding mower, first, ensure the mower is turned off and the key is removed for safety. Locate the spring attachment points on the handle and the mower chassis. Hook one end of the spring into the handle and stretch it to attach the other end to the chassis, ensuring it's secure. Finally, test the handle to make sure it engages and disengages smoothly.