RE: (ET) Lost all forward speeds on E12

["Elie, Larry \(L.D.\)" <lelie ford com>]

I've seen this.  The round black plastic disc that controls the speeds is 
worn.  The disc engages 
micro switches that control which contactor closes; that's why you get the 
reverse speeds.  Forward 
gets more use and wear than reverse.  Try bending the mount for the 
forward direction micro switches 
a fraction of a millimeter toward the black disc.  

Larry Elie


-----Original Message-----
From: elec-trak-bounces cosmos phy tufts edu
[mailto:elec-trak-bounces cosmos phy tufts edu]On Behalf Of Richard
Zachary
Sent: Friday, May 21, 2004 10:56 AM
To: Elec-trak list
Subject: (ET) Lost all forward speeds on E12


Had problems a few times with moving the throttle forward and getting no 
response or a quick jump in the power usage needle but then nothing.  
Now I nothing at all going forward but reverse works fine.  Had to 
finish yesterday's mowing in reverse only.
Also previously the throttle was jamming so a drop of lubricant on the 
controller by the first switch solved that.  My guess is that the first 
switch became worn or damaged by my pushing past the jam (before the 
lubrication). 
Would the first speed switch be enough to account for the loss of all 
forward speeds? 
I have an old controller (for parts) and guess that replacing the first 
switch might be the way to go.
I am a complete novice and am just trying to go on common sense. 
Any advice from someone with experience would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Richard "Zack" Zachary



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