Adjusting Cutting Height; Towing (Optional Hitch Accessory)(Not Available For Szl36) - Scag Power Equipment SZL-36H-18FR Operator's Manual

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7. Operate the engine at full throttle for best cutting.
Mowing with a lower RPM causes the mower to tear
the grass. The engine is designed to be operated at
full speed.
8. Use the alternate stripe pattern for best lawn
appearance. Vary the direction of the stripe each
time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in
the grass.

4.14 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-1/2
inches to 4-1/2 inches at 1/4-inch intervals. To adjust the
cutting height:
WARNING
DO NOT adjust the cutting height with the mower
blades rotating. Disengage the power to the cutter
blades and then adjust 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. See Figure 4-5.
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Figure 4-6. Adjusting Cutting Height
3. Lift the pin and insert into the cutting height index
at the desired cutting height. See Figure 4-5. Slowly
release the foot pedal. A deck height decal is located
next to the cutting height index as an aid in adjusting
the deck to the desired height.
4.15 TOWING (OPTIONAL HITCH
ACCESSORY)(NOT AVAILABLE FOR SZL36)
1. NEVER allow children or others in or on towed
equipment.
2. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed
for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at
the hitch point.
3. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for weight
limit for towed equipment. 250/lbs. maximum towing
weight.
4. NEVER TOW ON SLOPES. The weight of the towed
equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of
control.
5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
6. Zero-turning with a trailer attached could cause
damage to the trailer or mower.
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