L3240HST starts and runs fine but when the pedal is touched in reverse or forward it it the cruise control lever by seat is move forward it dies

BudGoat

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I have a pdf of the WSM in this phone but it has no index or table of contents!

I read a post here by others with a similar issue and Wolfman replied it might be the seat or seat tilt safety switches or the HST. The two seat switches have been disabled for years when I installed an aftermarket seat. I am left with the HST. Wolfman, when you mentioned HST did you refer to the FWD/REV pedal on the right floor or the HST fast/slow control knob on the dash left side of steering wheel?

if it is the pedal, pull the electrical connection loose and test continuity with a multi meter?"
 

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I have a pdf of the WSM in this phone but it has no index or table of contents!

I read a post here by others with a similar issue and Wolfman replied it might be the seat or seat tilt safety switches or the HST. The two seat switches have been disabled for years when I installed an aftermarket seat. I am left with the HST. Wolfman, when you mentioned HST did you refer to the FWD/REV pedal on the right floor or the HST fast/slow control knob on the dash left side of steering wheel?

if it is the pedal, pull the electrical connection loose and test continuity with a multi meter?"
Are you sure the seat switches are still disabled (i.e., did something come apart)?

Not familiar with your tractor, but I believe you are wise for checking and testing the FWD/REV pedal switch. Disconnect and ensure its opening/closing correctly with a meter.

I think some pedal switches can also get misaligned and don't make proper contact. Switch may be good, just needs some adjustment to ensure is making proper contacts with the pedal mechanism.
 
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Sensor on the pedal
Follow the WSM for testing method on that switch.

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BudGoat

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Are you sure the seat switches are still disabled (i.e., did something come apart)?

Not familiar with your tractor, but I believe you are wise for checking and testing the FWD/REV pedal switch. Disconnect and ensure its opening/closing correctly with a meter.

I think some pedal switches can also get misaligned and don't make proper contact. Switch may be good, just needs some adjustment to ensure is making proper contacts with the pedal mechanism.
You were right

Seat sensor
 
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