Neutral Safety Switch Issue?

[EddieM.]

My DR Brush Mower Neutral Safety Switch wire connection was knocked off. Mower wouldnt crank wouldnt do anything. I troubleshot the ignition etc. before realizing the problem simple fix right!! Reattached wire harness to safety switch, engine cranks but wont turn over!!
Like its not getting fuel! Starting fluid will turn it over and start for a second or so. My question is, Is this still a safety switch issue i.e. a bad switch or unrelated altogether? Thanks for any advice

 

[WranglerX]

Wont turn over is wrong term, it usually equate to wont crank, wont spin up...... .... DO you mean wont start or run....

If it starts/runs on starting fluid I believe you have a fuel issue and not related to neutral safety switch....

checking wiring diagram would help to determine if tractor has electric fuel pump or shut off valve associated with safety switch circuit....

 

[tomplum]

It would seem more like the anti backfire solenoid below the carb had failed, or the fuel incombustible. The solenoid should have voltage and ground when cranking and in run position. Welcome.