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This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: SVRII-32A-16FX with a serial number of T9100001 to T9199999 SVRII-36A-19FX with a serial number of T9200001 to T9299999 SVRII-36A-23BV with a serial number of V9300001 to V9399999 SVRII-48V-22FX with a serial number of T9300001 to T9399999 SVRII-48V-23CV...
Your mower was built to the highest standards in the Attachments and accessories manufactured by industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum companies other than Scag Power Equipment are efficiency of your mower depends on you following the not approved for use on this machine. See Section 8, operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in Paragraph 8-1.
Section 1 1.4 SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Falling Hazard Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Pinch Point Cutting Element - Engage 481039S Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage...
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 INTRODUCTION SIGNAL WORD: It is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on the Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness machine and throughout this manual that alerts the viewer or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. to the existence and relative degree of the hazard.
Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately to 11. Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel have the safety interlock system repaired.
Section 2 1. Place the steering control levers in the neutral 2.5 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS position, engage the parking brake, and engage the PTO switch to the ON (up) position. Stand on the 1. Know the function of all controls and how to stop operator platform for electric start models.
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Section 2 WARNING DANGER DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged DO NOT run the engine inside a building or discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to a confined area without proper ventilation. remove clogged material after the engine has Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain carbon stopped running and the blades have stopped monoxide which can cause brain injury and death.
Section 2 8. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the machine. 9. Use care when checking blades. Use a Blade Buddy, wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and USE CAUTION when servicing blades. Only replace blades. NEVER straighten or weld blades. 10.
Section 2 2.7 USING A SPARK ARRESTOR The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on or near any forest covered, brush covered or grass covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting any applicable local or state laws.
Section 2 2.9 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483402 483407 483405 Avoi d i nj ur y f r om bur ns - Shut off engine - Allo w to c ool s ever al m i nut es - Remo ve cap sl ow l y - Do not o ver f i l l 484281...
Section 3 3.3 ENGINE DECK Drive System ................Hydraulic Drive with Two Variable Displacement Pumps and Two Cast-Iron High Torque Wheel Motors Hydraulic Pumps ........Two Hydro-Gear PG Series 10 cc. (32 / 36) or PK Series 12 cc. (48 / 52 / 61) Hydraulic Pumps (PK equipped with Fans) with Dump Valves for movement without the engine running Hydraulic Drive Motors .......
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Voltmeter Indicator (Figure 4-1). Indicates the condition WARNING of the charging system. When the engine is running, in normal operating conditions, the bar graph should be in the 12 to 14 volt range. Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you 6.
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Section 4 SERVICE AIR OIL PRESSURE FILTER INDICATOR INDICATOR WATER TEMPERATURE GLOW PLUG SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE VOLTMETER INDICATOR INDICATOR OPERATOR INDICATOR NEUTRAL INDICATOR INDICATOR HOUR METER INDICATOR Figure 4-1. Tiger Eye Advanced Monitoring System CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FUSE HOLDERS CUTTING HEIGHT...
Section 4 4.2 CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION 14. Fuel Shutoff Valve (Figure 4-2). Located on top of the fuel tank. Used to shut off fuel supply to the engine. Rotate the valve counter clockwise to supply fuel from the tank to the 1.
Stand on the operator platform in the operating position, place Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately to the steering control levers in the neutral position, engage the have the safety interlock system repaired.
Section 4 4.6 STARTING THE ENGINE Forward Travel CAUTION Front Reference Bar Pull Steering Control Levers Forward DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS. Use of starting fluids in the air intake system may be potentially Release Parking Brake explosive or cause a “runaway” engine condition that could result in engine damage and/or personal injury.
Section 4 To steer the mower to the right while traveling forward, - NOTE - allow the right steering control lever to move back The mower may not travel straight in reverse. toward the neutral position. The further the steering Slight adjustments may need to be made using control is allowed to move back, the quicker the mower the steering controls.
Section 4 Stay at least 2 cutting widths away from drop-offs, ditches, CAUTION retaining walls, water, avoid any slope exceeding 20-degrees. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at reduced speed. Disengage power to the mower before backing If tires lose traction, disengage blades and proceed slowly off up.
Section 4 DANGER WARNING DO NOT operate without Discharge Chute, To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower Mulching Kit, Operator Controlled Discharge to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and Chute (OCDC) or entire Grass Catcher properly refueling. installed.
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Section 4 Insert the lanyard pin into the cutting height index at the desired cutting height. Pull backward on the cutter deck lift lever, push and hold the lock button See Figure 4-6. Slowly release the cutter deck lift lever. A deck height decal is located on the cutting height index as an aid in adjusting the deck to the desired height.
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CAUSE CURE CONDITION STRINGERS - OCCASIONAL Low engine RPM Run engine at full RPM BLADES OF UNCUT GRASS Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out Dull blades, incorrect sharpening Sharpen blades Deck plugged, grass accumulation...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE U N E V E N C U T O N F L AT Lift worn from blade Replace blade GROUND - WAVY HIGH-LOW APPEARANCE, SCALLOPED Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward ground CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE SCALPING - BLADES HITTING Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures D I R T O R C U T T I N G V E RY CLOSE TO THE GROUND Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions May need to reduce ground speed, raise...
Section 6 ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING RELEASE PARK BRAKE DO NOT operate the mower if the parking brake is not operable. Possible severe injury could result. The parking brake 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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Section 6 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT 6. Actuate the steering control levers forward and reverse several times and return them to the neutral position. -NOTE- 7. Check that the drive wheels remained in neutral and Neutral has been set by your Scag dealer at the readjust if necessary.
Section 6 - NOTE - WARNING If after making the adjustment as outlined in step 1A, the machine creeps forward or backward, the If the pump drive belt fails, steering control will be neutral adjustment must be made as described on page 25 and 26.
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Section 6 LOOSEN HERE LOOSEN HERE ADJUST HERE ADJUST HERE ADJUST HERE Figure 6-3. Cutter Deck Level Adjustment Figure 6-4. Cutter Deck Pitch Adjustment 2. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear deck level links clockwise until the cutter deck is level 2.
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Section 6 - NOTE - To prevent the cutter deck from teetering, all four (4) cutter deck hanging chains must have tension LOOSEN HERE on them. If all four chains do not have tension on them and the deck teeters, you must re-adjust the cutter deck as outlined in the procedures above.
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Section 6 To adjust the Custom-Cut Baffle height: 1. Park the machine on a flat surface, apply the parking brake, shut off the engine and remove the key. 2. Place the cutter deck in the transport position. LOOSEN HERE 3. Remove the hardware securing the Custom-Cut Baffle to the cutter deck.
Section 6 6.7 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT NUTS 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 6.8 OPERATOR CUSHION AND REAR COVER REMOVAL The operator cushion and rear cover can be easily removed to gain access to the machine for maintenance. WARNING Before removing any guards, shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work.
Section 7 7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM B. CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL The hydraulic oil should be changed after every 500 hours A. CHECKING HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL or annually, whichever occurs first. The oil should also be changed if the color of the fluid has become black or milky. The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 8 A black color and/or a rancid odor usually indicates possible hours of operation.
Section 7 B. CHANGING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL After the first 20 hours of operation, change the engine crankcase oil and replace the oil filter. Thereafter, change the engine crankcase oil after every 100 hours of operation or monthly, whichever occurs first. Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual furnished with this mower for instructions.
Section 7 To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme DANGER care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. 1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to sources of ignition.
Section 7 3. Clean or replace the air cleaner as recommended by the engine manufacturer. Replace the air cleaner cover and secure. 4. Replace the air filter cover and be sure to snap the two clips closed. 7.7 BATTERY - ELECTRIC START MODELS KAWASAKI FUEL FILTER LOCATION...
Section 7 WARNING WARNING BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES. Electric storage battery fluid contains sulfuric Charge the battery in a well ventilated space so acid which is POISON and can cause SEVERE gases produced while charging can dissipate. CHEMICAL BURNS. Avoid contact of fluid with eyes, skin, or clothing.
Section 7 7.9 CUTTER BLADES - NOTE - DO NOT sharpen the blades beyond 1/3 of the width of the blade. See Figure 7-7. A. BLADE INSPECTION 1. Sharpen the cutting edge at the same bevel as the 1. Remove the ignition key before servicing the blades. original.
Section 7 CAUTION H EX N U T- TO R Q U E TO 75 LB- FT Inspect the cutter blade spacer(s) and washer for wear and/or cupping. Replace the worn parts. Worn spacer(s) and/or washer will not allow SPI N D LE SH AFT C U TTER proper tightening of the cutter blade and can lead...
Section 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 8.1 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 (32 & 36) p/n 9258 (48) p/n 9286 (52) p/n 9287 (61) p/n 9288 •...
Section 8 SVRII-32A/36A ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) KEY SWITCH Position PTO Switch Legend Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A ON (UP) B + L + A START B + L + S DOWN (OFF) SWITCH WHITE...
Section 8 SVRII ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC - ELECTRIC START MODELS (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend ON (UP) DOWN (OFF) Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A B + L + A START B + L + S SWITCH...
Section 8 SVRII - EFI ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend ON (UP) Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A DOWN (OFF) B + L + A START B + L + S SWITCH...
Section 8 SVRII - KAWASAKI 26FT / 38FX EFI ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend Position Key Switch Legend ON (UP) G + M + A B + L + A START B + L + S DOWN (OFF)
Section 8 SVRII - Briggs & Stratton 40BV EFI ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend ON (UP) Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A B + L + A DOWN (OFF) START B + L + S...
Cutter decks are warrantied 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.