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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. This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: SW32-15KAI SW36A-15KH SW36A-16KAI SW36A-17KAI...
All information is based upon product information available at the time of approval for printing. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Parking Brake On/Start Off/Stop Falling Hazard Fast Continuously Variable - Linear Pinch Point 481039S Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours STT MODELS Seat must be installed under the seat hold down bracket during installation. Failure to secure the seat under the hold down bracket could result in serious injury or death in a roll over.
Section 2 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.
If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing including long pants.
Section 2 WARNING DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to remove clogged material after the engine has stopped running and the blades have stopped turning. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden hazards in the terrain.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, to ensure the machine is in safe working condition. Check blade mounting bolts frequently to be sure they are tight. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's manual for information on engine settings.
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED WARNING ROTATING BLADES AND BELTS * Keep hands, feet & clothing clear * Keep all guards in place * Shut off engine & disengage blade clutch before servicing * Use caution in directing discharge * Read instruction manual before operating...
General Type ...Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand ...Kohler, Kawasaki Horsepower: (Scag Model SW32-15KAI) ... 15 HP (Spec. # FH430V-BS33-R) (Scag Model SW36A-15KH, SW48V-15KH) ...15 HP (Spec. # PS-41621) (Scag Model SW36A-16KAI, SW48V-16KAI) ... 16 HP (Spec. # FH480V-BS24-R) (Scag Model SW36A-17KAI, SW52V-17KAI) ...17 HP (Spec.# FH541V-BS38-R)) Cylinders ...2 with Cast-Iron Sleeves - Kawasaki...
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. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls.
Section 4 Transmission Shift Lever (Figure 4-1). select the forward speed or selecting reverse. The machine must be at a complete stop before shifting between gears or shifting between forward and reverse. Neutral Latch (Figure 4-1). Used to secure the belt drive system in neutral.
FORWARD TRAvEL To travel forward with the mower, select the desired speed using the transmission shift lever, pull steering / brake control levers upward, release the neutral latch for both sides and slowly release both the left and right steering / brake control levers.
Section 4 PULL UP TO ENGAGE PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE Figure 4-2. Cutter Engage Switch - NOTE - A squealing noise may be heard when engaging or disengaging the deck drive. It is caused by the electric clutch plates meshing as the mower comes up to speed.
4.10 REMOvING CLOGGED MATERIAL DANGER 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. If the discharge chute becomes clogged, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key.
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 CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION U N E v E N C U T O N F L AT GROUND - WAvY HIGH-LOW APPEARANCE, SCALLOPED CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR Width of Deck SGB020 UNEvEN CUT ON UNEvEN GROUND - WAvY APPEARANCE, HIGH-LOW SCALLOPED CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR Width of Deck...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION SCALPING - BLADES HITTING DIRT OR CUTTING vERY CLOSE TO THE GROUND Width of Deck SGB022 STEP CUT - RIDGE IN CENTER OF CUTTING PATH Width of Deck SGB024 SLOPE CUT - SLOPING RIDGES ACROSS WIDTH OF CUTTING PATH Width of Deck...
DRIvE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS Adjust the steering control rods so that there is approximately 3/4" clearance from the bottom of the rod to the bottom of the neutral latch slot when in the drive position. See Figure 6-1. Adjust the steering brake rods so that the brakes do not apply until the steering levers are pulled tight to the handles.
Section 6 BELT Figure 6-3. Cutter Deck Belt Adjustment R.H. BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT IDLER DISCHARGE AREA CHECK BLADE DRIVE BELT TENSION HERE Figure 6-4. Cutter Deck Belt BELT ALIGNMENT Belt alignment is important for proper performance of your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear or breakage, see your authorized Scag service center for belt adjustment.
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WARNING Blades have a sharp cutting edge. Wear proper eye protection and protective gloves or wrap the blades with protective material when removing, sharpening and installing blades. For best cut and discharge, a minimum of three spacers should be installed between the blade and the spindle. See Figure 6-7.
ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT The electric clutch serves two functions in the operation of the mower. In addition to starting and stopping the power flow to the cutter blades, the clutch also acts as a brake to assist in stopping blade rotation when the PTO is switched off or the operator presence circuit is interrupted.
Section 7 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS HOURS BREAK-IN 100 200 500 (FIRST 10) * Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extreme dusty or dirty conditions MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE Check all hardware for tightness C h e c k a l l b e l t s f o r p r o p e r alignment Check engine oil level *Clean mower...
ENGINE OIL A. CHECKING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEvEL The engine oil level should be checked after every 8 hours of operation or daily as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual furnished with this mower. B. CHANGING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL After the first 20 hours of operation, change the engine crankcase oil and replace the oil filter.
Section 7 ENGINE AIR CLEANER A. CLEANING AND/OR REPLACING AIR CLEANER ELEMENT For any air cleaner, the operating environment dictates the air cleaner service periods. Inspect and clean the air cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation or bi- weekly, whichever occurs first and replace the element if required.
C. BLADE REPLACEMENT WARNING Always wear proper hand and eye protection when working with cutter blades. Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades. Remove the belt cover. Secure the cutter blades to prevent them from rotating, (use the optional Blade Buddy tool P/N 9212, to assist in securing the cutter blades), remove the blade attaching bolt.
Section 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST SCAG APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine. Scag approved attachments and accessories: • Mulch Plate (p/n 9258, 9286, 9287) •...
NEUTRAL INTERLOCK BLACK W/RED STRIPE BLACK BLUE WHITE WHITE YELLOW INSTRUMENT PANEL HARNESS HANDLE WIRE HARNESS PART NO. 482711 BLACK BLK W/RED STRIPE OPERATOR PRESENCE SWITCH HOURMETER WIRE HARNESSES BLADE CLUTCH WHITE BLACK MOWER ENGAGE SWITCH SWITCH WHITE HOURMETER Section 8 ENGINE DECK WIRE HARNESS PART NO.
REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED SPINNING BLADES KEEP CLEAR BLADE CONTACT & THROWN OBJECTS CAN INJURE MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS: 4,487,006 4,885,903 4,920,733 4,967,543...
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Decal, Instrument Panel - Rear 48404 Decal, Metalcraft - Made in USA 483404 Decal, Sulky Attachment 483402 Decal, Belt Cover 481483 Decal, Instrument Panel - Front (SW32-15KAI, SW36A-16KAI, SW48V-16KAI, SW52V-17KAI) 482816 Decal, Height of Cut 48315 Decal, 32 482297 Decal, 36 Advantage 483199...
Cutter decks are warranted against cracking for a period of three (3) years. (Parts and labor 1st and 2nd year; Parts only 3rd year.) The repair or replacement of the cutter deck will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment. We reserve the right to request components for evaluation.
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(Piezas y mano de obra) (La garantía de dos años no incluye las conexiones, mangueras, las correas de transmisión). La reparación o el reemplazo de la bomba hidráulica o el motor hidráulico estarán sujetos a discreción de Scag Power Equipment.
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autorizado SCAG distribuidor Consulte llantas presión ajuste Revise llantas presión ajuste Revise corte dirección cambiar corte plataforma altura aumentar terreno, velocidad reducir tener puede cuchilla Afile autorizado SCAG distribuidor Consulte autorizado Scag distribuidor Consulte nivel inclinación Ajuste plataforma abajo parte Limpie terreno hacia...
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pase cada traslape Aumente cuchillas Reemplace seque césped terreno condiciones ajustarse para velocidad Disminuya plataforma abajo parte Limpie correa tensión 3600 motor cuchillas cuchillas correa tensión plataforma abajo parte Limpie cuchillas seque césped terreno condiciones ajustarse para velocidad Disminuya 3600 motor SOLUCIÓN corte...
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condiciones bajo mantenimiento procedimiento este sobre obtener para Scag distribuidor motor; operador necesario frecuencia motor operador motor operador 2125 litio motor operador motor operador motor operador OBSERVACIONES Conoco) servicio (estaciones Mobil) servicio (estaciones Shell) servicio (estaciones Exxon) servicio (estaciones industriales) almacenes (encontrada alivio.
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protección máxima para automotriz cortacésped Encere Scag. autorizado disponible 48521) (N/P Scag dañadas metal superficies eléctricos. componentes presión. limpiadores limpiadores fría agua corte. cortacésped lave uso, comprimido. aire motor; está mientras equipo parte PRECAUCIÓN: MÁQUINA motor. daños prevenir aire filtro servicio puede polvo,...
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3" personalizado corte deflector Posición TOPE PLANA ELÁSTICA TUERCA ARANDELA Setting 3" 2004 CARRO PERNO SUPERIOR pies-lb. torque Apriete 12). hasta Figuras como montaje accesorios ubicación). hasta Figuras (Vea deseada. personalizado corte deflector personalizado corte Deflector 2004 MONTAJE TORNILLERÍA corte. plataforma tamaño variar...
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cuchillas Afilado SGB033 cuchilla ancho exceder debe cuchilla ángulo Mantenga cuchillas balancear prefiere herramientas cuchilla Scag autorizado distribuidor eje. conjunto prematuro vibración producirse puede están cuchillas cuchilla. Revise cuchilla. quemar puede lima. cuchilla -NOTA- cuchilla. ancho más corte cuchilla Espaciadores SC407G 2002 Figura...
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cuchillas. instalar afilar retirar, material cuchillas guantes ojos para apropiada afilado. corte borde tienen ADVERTENCIA: cuchilla entre espaciadores tres menos deben descarga, mejor distribuidas estar deben cuchillas -NOTA- eje. debajo parte cuchilla montaje pequeños más espaciadores cinco moviendo realizarse puede corte CORTE ALTURA...
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libremente. moverse debe máquina bloqueadas están dirección Cuando asas. hacia firmemente tiren palancas hasta apliquen modo dirección freno varillas desconectado. enclavamiento sistema opere Nunca claridad. retirada operador presencia -NOTA- dirección control varilla Ajuste SC404GB05 3/4" DRIVE Posición bloqueo neutral Posición DRIVE.
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Figura (Vea tipo aflojando apretando tensión Ajuste libras 1/2" mueva misma correa Ajuste tensión. calibrador plataforma transmisión correa. cubierta comenzar antes detengan móviles todas Espere ajuste. cualquier encendido llave quite motor PRECAUCIÓN: CORTE CORREA neutral. cambie neutral seguros palancas, ambas apriete DETENERSE, izquierda.
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fondo está combustible hidráulico. tanque aceite nivel Etanol. hasta mínimo octanaje limpia gasolina combustible motor: arrancar máquina. esta operar antes seguridad instrucciones CORTACÉSPED lubricadas. sido todas asegurarse para preventiva sólo Esto fábrica. aplicó conexiones. todas lubricante está accionamiento interruptor está máquina arrancar deberá...
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piezas lejos ropa pies mantenga funcionando, está motor específicamente indique menos motor máquina ajustes plano. terreno máquina servicio dé entrenado personal ALMACENAMIENTO MANTENIMIENTO atención. funcionando máquina motor. ajustes sobre obtener para motor operador nominal. velocidad motor controlador ajustes visibilidad. puedan objetos otros ciegas,...
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OSHA OPERACIONES CUMPLA máquina. entrenamiento personal derrumba. borde encima pasa rueda volcarse podría máquina zanjas verticales, pendientes corra. camine---no asas Mantenga equilibrio. mantenga pendiente. paradas repentinos, giros suavemente, detenerse. distancia Permita resbaladizas. superficies pendientes, girar cuidado tenga velocidad baje suba Nunca posible.
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arrojados recogidos pudieran todos cortada debe juguete. jueguen suban niños máquina. esta servicio personas niños seguridad. señales operador equipo, segura operación OPERACIÓN PREVIAS CONSIDERACIONES máquina. esta correcta operación procedimientos todos comprenda parte gran dependen demás personales. lesiones ocasionar pueden máquina cerca seguras deben...
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anularla. puede garantía motor realizado autorizado fabricante autorizado servicio encontrar Scag distribuidor limitada, garantía período Para general. servicio rutina instrucciones proporcionan sólo están motor reparación servicio MOTOR hacia desplazamiento dirección operación posición encuentra derecha izquierda refieren “posterior” “frontal” “izquierdo”, INSTRUCCIONES 9212) 424208) 48023)
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posterior cubierta Dentro 34-35 28-29 26-27 motor... 22-23 20-21 PÁGINA CONTENIDO repuesto cables-Kawasaki mango motor plataforma libre 52" SWM-48", 36" SWM-32", ilustrada (CONTINUACIÓN) TABLA garantía Declaración Calcomanías mazo Adaptador cables Mazo cables Mazo Peerless Transmisión instrumentos Tablero mango Conjunto Plataforma rueda Conjunto Notas...
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CERTIFICATION TECHNICIAN SUPPORT 19-21 16-18 corte... 10-11 PÁGINA CONTENIDO técnicas condiciones Mantenimiento máquina motor aire filtro motor aceite personalizado corte corte corte plataforma motriz transmisión corte plataforma cortacésped inicial arranque Almacenamiento operación operación previas señalización seguridad generales instrucciones MODELO TABLA Especificaciones fallas Identificación...
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RESULTAR PRÁCTICAS aparece completo refiera Cuando SW52V-17KAI SW48V-16KAI SW48V-15KH SW36A-16KAI SW36A-15KH SW32-15KAI lista cubre manual Este transporte, operación, prudencia, interés, riesgos control ¡SU RECUERDE dirección. control césped corte OSHA. CUMPLA SIEMPRE...
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EE.UU. IMPRESO 2007 ABRIL IMPRESO 03224 Nº PARTE INC. MAYVILLE, INCLUIDA. TODA MÁQUINA, INTERIOR. CUBIERTA ESTÁN MANUAL ESTE ESPECÍFICOS MODELOS MÁXIMA TRABAJANDO MANTENER PROCEDIMIENTOS AYUDAR PUEDE ESTE LECTURA SCAG. PARA SEGURIDAD OPERACIÓN CONTIENE MANUAL MODELO METALCRAFT EQUIPMENT POWER INFORMACIÓN OPERAR ANTES INDICADOS CUBIERTOS...