Scag power equipment lawn mower user manual (95 pages)
Summary of Contents for Scag Power Equipment STT-31BSG
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MODEL STT-31BSG THIS MANUAL CONTAINS THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA- TION FOR YOUR SCAG MOWER. READING THIS MANUAL CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH ASSISTANCE IN MAINTENANCE AND AD- JUSTMENT PROCEDURES TO KEEP YOUR MOWER PERFORMING TO MAXIMUM EFFI- CIENCY. THE SPECIFIC MODELS THAT THIS BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE INSIDE COVER.
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This manual covers the operating instructions STT-31BSG with a serial number of 8580001 to 8589999 SMST-61A with a serial number of 8600001 to 8609999...
If additional information or service is needed, contact your Scag Power Equipment Dealer. We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service shop.
ISO Symbols SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Parking Brake On/Start Off/Stop CE Mark SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Transmission Spinning Blade 48071S Spring Tension on Idler WARNING Falling Hazard FALLING HAZARD USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED RIDING ATTACHMENTS SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109...
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Fast Continuously Variable - Linear Pinch Point 481039S Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours Thown Object Hazard Keep Bystanders Away SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Slow Cutting Element - Basic symbol Cutting Element - Engage Cutting Element - Disengage Read Operator's Manual...
2.1 INTRODUCTION Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment.
Section 2 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 5. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing that could get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing including long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet is advisable and is required by some local ordinances and insurance regulations.
2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 3. To prevent tipping or loss of control, start and stop smoothly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at reduced speed. 4. When using any attachment, never direct the discharge of material toward bystanders or allow anyone near the machine while in operation. 5.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate this mower. 4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls.
Section 4 5. Voltmeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the condition of the charging system. When the engine is running, in normal operating conditions, the needle should be in the 12 to 14 volt range. 6. Oil Pressure (Figure 4-1). Indicates engine oil pressure.
4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours) 1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 and 8 hours. 2. Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 5 hours of operation. (See Section 7.4.) 3.
Section 4 To steer the mower left while traveling forward, pull the left steering lever back. The further the lever is pulled back, the quicker the mower will turn left. To steer the mower right while traveling forward, pull the right steering control lever back.
4. Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug down, reduce the forward speed and allow the engine to operate at maximum RPM. 4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION WARNING: DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down).
Section 4 4.10 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL ROTATING BLADES NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and remove the key and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if clogging has occurred.
4.13 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-inch to 6 inches at 1/4-inch intervals. To adjust the cutting height: 1. Disengage the power to the cutter blades. 2. Push the cutting height adjustment foot pedal all the way forward using your right foot until it locks in place.
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION Stringers - Occasional Blades of Uncut Grass Width of Deck SGB020 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass in Cutting Path Width of Deck SGB018 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass Between Cutting Paths Width Width Deck Deck...
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TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CONDITION Uneven Cut on Flat Lift worn from blade Ground - Wavy High-Low Blade upside down Appearance, Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Deck plugged, grass accumulation Too much blade angle (deck pitch) Deck mounted improperly Bent spindle area Dull blade Width of Deck SGB020...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CONDITION Scalping - Blades Low tire pressures Hitting Dirt or Cutting Very Close to Ground speed too fast the Ground Cutting too low Rough terrain Ground speed too fast Width of Deck Wet grass SGB022 Step Cut - Ridge Blades not mounted evenly in Center of Cutting path...
ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is not operable. Possible severe injury could result. The parking brake linkage should be adjusted whenever the parking brake lever is placed in the “ENGAGE” position and the parking brake will not prevent the mower from moving.
Section 6 B. The steering control levers are in the full forward position and the mower pulls to one side or the other when traveling in a forward direction. (Tracking Adjustment, See Page 22). Neutral Adjustment 1. Be sure the dump valve levers are in the run position and the steering control levers are in the neutral lock position.
Tracking Adjustment CAUTION: Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work. CAUTION: The engine and drive unit can get hot during operation causing burn injuries.
Section 6 6.6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS Cutter deck level, pitch and height are set at the factory. However, if these adjustments should ever need to be made, the following procedures will aid in obtaining the proper cutter deck adjustment. -NOTE- Before proceeding with the cutter deck adjustments, be sure that all tires are properly inflated.
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Cutter Deck Height The cutter deck height adjustment is made to ensure that the cutter deck is cutting at the height indicated on the cutting height index gauge. To check for proper deck height, be sure that the mower is on a flat, level surface and the tires are properly inflated.
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Section 6 To adjust the Custom-Cut Baffle height: 1. Place the cutter deck in the transport position. 2. Remove the hardware securing the Custom-Cut Baffle to the cutter deck. (See Figure 6.8). -NOTE- Hardware location used in the illustrations are for reference only.
Section 7 7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM A. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 10 hours of operation. Thereafter, check the oil after every 200 hours of machine operation or monthly, whichever occurs first. -IMPORTANT- If the oil level is consistently low, check for leaks and correct immediately.
HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER Figure 7-3 Hydraulic Oil Filter C. Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter Element The hydraulic oil filter should be changed after every 500 hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. 1. Remove the oil filter element (Figure 7-3) and properly discard it.
Section 7 7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling. STT99FF-1 Figure 7-5 Fuel Filter A. Filling the Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank at the beginning of each operating day to within 1 inch below the filler neck.
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WARNING: Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and explosive gases. To avoid personal injury when checking, testing or charging batteries, DO NOT use smoking materials near batteries. Keep arcs, sparks and flames away from batteries. Provide proper ventilation and wear safety glasses. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals...
Section 7 WARNING: BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES. Charge the battery in a well ventilated space so gases produced while charging can dissipate. Charging rates between 3 and 50 amperes are satisfactory if excessive gassing or spewing of electrolyte does not occur or the battery does not feel excessively hot (over 125°F).
Angle Blade Back Do Not Cut In Figure 7-9 Blade Sharpening 2. Check the balance of the blade. If the blades are out of balance, vibration and premature wear can occur. See your authorized Scag dealer for blade balancing or special tools, if you choose to balance your own blades.
Section 7 7.11 CUTTER DECK GEARBOX A. Checking Lubricant Level CAUTION: The cutter deck gearbox can reach high operating temperatures. Allow the cutter deck gearbox to cool before servicing. CHECK PLUG Figure 7-12 Cutter Deck Gearbox The fluid level in the cutter deck gearbox (Figure 7-12) should be checked after every 100 hours of operation or bi-weekly, whichever occurs first.
3. Replace the radiator cap. Push down on the cap and turn clockwise until it stops. -NOTE- The cooling system should be flushed and the coolant replaced every 500 hours of op- eration or annually. See your Scag dealer for proper coolant replacement.
BRAKE AND STEERING COMPONENTS Ref. Part No. No. Description 482340 Grip, Handle Bar 461386 Handle Bar (Includes item 1) 04001-32 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" 04030-04 Lockwasher, 3/8" 04041-07 Flatwasher. 3/8" (.391 x .938 x .105) 422372 Bar, Control Lever 451483 Control Lever Weldment, LH 451484...
MOWER DECK PULL OUT TO ENGAGE 481669 PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE 481669 CHOKE 482507 482507 482286 48656 Hea vy- Duty Comm e rcial 481971 481971 481039 SLOW FAST 482565 481955 - 61A 481956 - 71A 48404 482580 482493 STT-31BSG Decals...
REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES 48825 48314 481937 481921 482165 481921 481921 481925 481663 481664 482710 STT-31BSG Decals 2...
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* Engines and electric starters are covered by the engine manufacturer’s warranty period. * Major drive system components are warranted for two (2) years by Scag Power Equipment. (Parts and labor 1st year; Parts only 2nd year) (Two year warranty exclude fittings, hoses, drive belts). The repair or replacement of the hydraulic pump or hydraulic motor will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment.