[RCWAGG]

Bought thus mower it would only crank if you jumped it off. Got home put a battery on realized fuse was blown. Replaced it. Cranks right up. But it goes dead once you disengage the clutch or engage the blades. By looking at the wiring I know the seat was by passed when I got it so others may by as well. Where should I start.

 

[bwdbrn1]

I'd start by getting a wiring diagram specific to your tractor, see what is supposed to be on it and where, and go from there. Should be able to find one with the model and serial number of the machine.