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MODEL SWZ 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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A2000001 to A2099999 SWZ52A-18KH with a serial number of A2100001 to A2199999 SWZ52A-19KAI with a serial number of A2200001 to A2299999 SWZ-17KA with a serial number of A3100001 to A3199999 SWZ-19KAI with a serial number of A3200001 to A3299999...
TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Introduction ......................1 Direction Reference ....................1 Servicing the Engine and Drive Train Components ..........1 Symbols ........................2-3 General Safety Instructions ..................4 Signal Words ......................4 Before Operating Considerations ................4-6 Operation Considerations ..................6-7 Maintenance and Storage ..................
Attachments and accessories manufactured by operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not manual. approved for use on this machine. Using unapproved attachments, (especially "stand-up" riding attachments) If additional information or service is needed, contact may be hazardous.
ISO Symbols CE Mark SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop WARNING Falling Hazard FALLING HAZARD USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED RIDING ATTACHMENTS SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109...
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SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Slow Fast Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Engage Pinch Point 481039S Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage Read Operator's Manual Thrown Object Hazard Keep Bystanders Away...
SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Signal Word: Your mower is only as safe as the operator. The signal word is a distinctive word found on the safety Carelessness or operator error may result in serious decals on the machine and throughout this manual that bodily injury or death.
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BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 4. Always wear appropriate clothing, loose fitting C. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the clothing, long hair or jewelry could get tangled in engine running. Allow the engine to cool before moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing fueling.
BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 6. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss of control: A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good ROTATING BLADES artificial light. NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE B. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and hazards in the terrain.
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 16. DO NOT operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 17. Use care when loading or unloading the machine ROTATING BLADES onto a truck or trailer. NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! 18.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (CONT'D) INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXI- 9. Let the engine cool before storing. MATELY 10 HOURS) 10. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame. 1. Check the belts for proper tension at 2, 4 and 8 hours.
MOWER OPERATION (CONT'D) * The neutral latches must be in the neutral lock position. WARNING: * The key switch must be on. If you are not familiar with the operation of the * The parking brake must be on. hydrostatic drive and zero turn feature, practice turning and maneuvering with the hand controls 3.
BELT TENSION Washer CAUTION: Deck Stop engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving "J" Bolt parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work. -NOTE- The hydro drive belt is spring loaded and does not require adjustment.
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS (CONT'D) Caster spacers also can be repositioned to change cutting heights and to change the pitch of the deck. (See Fig Spacers 2002SGB005 Figure 5. Caster Wheel Spacers 2002 SC407G Figure 6. Blade Spacers BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CUTTER BLADES Adjusting the blade height can be done by moving any number of the five smaller 1/4"...
Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment The Custom-Cut Baffle is designed to deliver optimum 2. Move the Custom-Cut Baffle to desired position. (See airflow and superior cutting performance in any type of Figures 9 through 11 for position) grass. The Custom-Cut Baffle can be raised or lowered 3.
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT STEERING CONTROL ROD ADJUSTMENT -NOTE- -NOTE- Neutral has been set by your Scag dealer at the This adjustment is made to allow the steering time of setup and normally does not need to be control levers to be moved out of the neutral adjusted.
Section 3 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT (CONT'D) 2. Squeeze the steering control levers and release the neutral latch. Slowly release the steering control levers, allowing the machine to move forward. WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE ANY TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Move the speed adjustment lever to the Figure 14.
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BREAK-IN + Grease spindle until grease comes out the relief valve Compatible Greases: Lidok EP #2 (found at industrial shops) 8 HOURS (DAILY) Ronex MP (Exxon service stations) 40 HOURS (WEEKLY) Shell Alvania (Shell service stations) Mobilux #2 (Mobil service stations) 100 HOURS (BIWEEKLY) Super Lub M EP #2 (Conoco service stations) 500 HRS OR ANNUALLY...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Checking Hydraulic Oil Level 2. Place a suitable container under the hydraulic oil drain. Remove the fill cap from the reservoir. Remove the drain cap from the T-Fitting located on The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first the hydraulic system filter head.