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FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your mower. • ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION. • DO NOT operate on steep slopes. •...
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.
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.
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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.
TIE DOWN POINT Figure 2-2. Rear Tie Down Points Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision. NEVER leave the machine running unattended. MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & STORAGE Never make adjustments to the machine with the engine running unless specifically instructed to do so.
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483402 483407 483397 483406 482291 WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start res around dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local re agencies for laws or regulations relating to re prevention requirements.
ENGINE General Type ...Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand ...Kawasaki Horsepower: (Scag Model SVR36A-20FX) ... 20 HP (Spec. # FX600V-AS09-R) (Scag Model SVR48V-24FX) ... 24 HP (Spec.# FX691V-AS11-R) (Scag Model SVR52V-26FX) ... 26 HP (Spec.# FX730V-AS06-R) Cylinders ... 2 with Cast-Iron Sleeves Governor ...Mechanical Type with Variable Speed Control Set At 3600 RPM (+/- 100 RPM) Idle Speed: 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 Left Steering Control (Figure 4-1). the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details regarding the mower's travel controls. Right Steering Control (Figure 4-1). control the mower's right wheel when traveling forward or reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details regarding the mower's travel controls.
GROUND TRAvEL AND STEERING - IMPORTANT - If you are not familiar with the operation of a machine with lever steering and/or hydrostatic transmissions, the steering and ground speed operations should be learned and practiced in an open area, away from buildings, fences, or obstructions.
Section 4 PUSH FOR PULL BACK NEUTRAL FORWARD FOR REVERSE “N” FOR NEUTRAL LOCK “D” FOR DRIVE Figure 4-2. Forward / Reverse Controls WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD, PULL BACK ON LEFT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER LEFT WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD,PULL BACK ON RIGHT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER RIGHT Figure 4-3.
To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to the disengage position. 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. HILLSIDE OPERATION WARNING DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
Section 4 4.11 MOvING MOWER WITH ENGINE STOPPED To “free-wheel” or move the mower around without the engine running, place the dump valve levers in the FREE- WHEEL position. Disengage the parking brake and move the mower by hand. The dump valve levers must be returned to the DRIVE position and torqued to 7-10 ft/lbs to drive the mower.
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION STRINGERS - OCCASIONAL Low engine RPM BLADES OF UNCUT GRASS Ground speed too fast Wet grass Dull blades, incorrect sharpening Deck plugged, grass accumulation Width of Deck Belts slipping SGB020 STREAkING - STRIPS OF Dull, worn blades UNCUT GRASS IN CUTTING PATH Incorrect blade sharpening...
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Section 5 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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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 SGB025...
Section 6 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 allow the mower to move.
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NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT -NOTE- Neutral has been set by your Scag dealer at the time of set up and normally does not need to be adjusted. If, however, you find that the neutral has come out of adjustment, follow the procedure below.
Section 6 -NOTE- Before proceeding with this adjustment, be sure that the caster wheels turn freely and that the tire pressure in the drive wheels is correct. If the tire pressure is not correct, the machine will pull to the side with the lower pressure.
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CUTTER DECk LEvEL The cutter deck should be level from side-to-side for proper cutting performance. To check for level, be sure that the mower is on a flat, level surface, the tires are properly inflated and the cutter deck is set at the most common cutting height that you will use.
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Section 6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT BOLT CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT Figure 6-5. Cutter Deck Pitch Adjustment 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, shut off the engine and remove the igition key.
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Rotate the cutter blade on the right side of the cutter deck. Position the cutter blade so it is facing "front to back" on the machine. Check the measurement from the floor to the cutter blade tip at the front and rear of the right side blade. If the measurement is not at 3", an adjustment must be made using the cutter deck adjustment lever.
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 6 Additional weight can be added to the front of the machine if needed. See Figure 6-11. Remove the front belt from the machine. Remove the mounting hardware securing the wieght(s) to the front of the machine. Add the desired weight to the machine and secure using the recommended hardware.
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OPERATOR CUSHION - LOW ADJUSTMENTS OPERATOR CUSHION - HIGH ADJUSTMENTS Figure 6-12. Operator Cushion Adjustment THREE MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATIONS THREE OPERATOR CUSHION LOCATIONS THREE OPERATOR CUSHION LOCATIONS ONE MOUNTING BRACKET LOCATION Section 6...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM A. CHECkING HYDRAULIC OIL LEvEL The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 8 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.
Section 7 DRAIN PLUG 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. Remove the oil filter element. See Figure 7-3. Properly discard the oil filter element.
ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM DANGER To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling. A. FILLING THE FUEL TANk Fill the fuel tank at the beginning of each operating day to within one (1) inch below the bottom of the filler neck. Do not overfill.
Section 7 - NOTE - In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary to check the element once or twice daily to prevent engine damage. Snap open the two clips securing the air cleaner cover to the air cleaner box. Remove the air cleaner cover, clean the duck bill vent of any dust or debris and set the cover aside.
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). If spewing or gassing occurs or the temperature exceeds 125°F, the charging rate must be reduced or temporarily stopped to permit cooling.
Section 7 Raise the mower deck to the highest position. Place the lanyard pin in the highest cutting height position to prevent the cutter deck from falling. 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 nut from the blade attaching bolt.
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) •...
REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Hea vy- Duty Comm e rcial MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS: 4,487,006 4,885,903 4,991,382 4,998,948 5,133,176 5,826,416 6,192,666 6,766,633 7,065,946 Section 8 481971 4,920,733 4,967,543 5,042,239 5,117,617 5,832,708 5,865,018 6,892,519 6,996,962 PATENTS PENDING...
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Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Ref. Part No. Description 483402 Decal, Warning - Belt Cover 483405 Decal, Warning 483961 Decal, Belt Cover 483059 Decal, 36A 483199 Decal, 48V 483200 Decal, 52V 483407 Decal, Spinning Blades 48404 Decal, Metalcraft - Made in USA 483977 Decal, Height-of-Cut 483406...
SVR ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC YEL W/RED STRIPE HOURMETER BLACK NEUTRAL INTERLOCK WHITE GREEN GREEN 20 AMP FUSE YELLOW YELLOW 20 AMP FUSE RED W/WHITE STRIPE WHITE BRAKE INTERLOCK SWITCH GROUND SWITCH YEL W/RED STRIPE WHITE SWITCH GREEN BLUE BLACK GREEN GREEN BLACK W/RED STRIPE WHITE YELLOW...
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 compo- nents for evaluation.