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MODEL STT 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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WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. * Keep all shields in place, especially the grass discharge chute. * Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire and ignition key. * If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Section 1 - General Information Introduction ..........................1 Directional Reference ......................1 Servicing the Engine and Drive Train Components ..............1 Symbols ..........................2-3 Section 2 - Safety Information Introduction ..........................4 Signal Words ...........................4 Considerations Before Operation ...................4 Operation Considerations ......................5 Maintenance Considerations ....................6 Safety and Instructional Decals ....................7...
If additional information or service is needed, contact incurring any obligation. your Scag Power Equipment Dealer. 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to The “Right”...
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...
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 Thown Object Hazard Keep Bystanders Away...
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 INTRODUCTION Your mower is only as safe as the operator. The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that could result in high probability of death or irrepairable prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in...
Section 2 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION 12. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) the engine to cool for several minutes before adding fuel. 7. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing that could get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine 13.
Section 2 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS 13. Disengage power to the attachments when (CONT'D) transporting or when not in use. 3. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or 14. The machine and attachments should be stopped and stop suddenly.
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch CAUTION: is used to start the engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START. Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and 2.
Section 4 5. Ammeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the condition of the charging system. When the engine is running the needle should be toward the positive end of the DUMP VALVE meter. If the needle is toward the negative end of CONTROL the meter, this indicates a discharge condition and the machine should be taken in for service.
Section 4 4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First 7. Allow engine to warm before operating the mower. Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours) 4.5 GROUND TRAVEL AND STEERING 1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 -IMPORTANT- and 8 hours.
Section 4 -NOTE- steering control lever to move forward. The further the control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the mower will turn right. Smooth operation of the steering levers will produce smooth mower operation. While learning the operation of the steering controls, To stop the reverse travel, allow the steering control keep the travel speed low.
Section 4 4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION 2. Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit. WARNING: 3. Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary. DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
Section 4 4.12 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING 4.13 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT 1. Do not mow with dull blades. A dull blade will tear The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-inch grass, resulting in poor lawn appearance and require to 6 inches at 1/4-inch intervals.
Section 4 DECK RELEASE LEVER 390S0151-1 Figure 4-7 Deck Release Lever 4.14 Towing (optional hitch accessory) 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.
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 (CONT'D) CAUSE CURE CONDITION Uneven Cut on Flat Lift worn from blade Replace blade Ground - Wavy High-Low Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward Appearance, ground Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck Too much blade angle (deck pitch) Adjust pitch and level...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CAUSE CURE CONDITION Scalping - Blades Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures Hitting Dirt or Cutting Very Close to Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions the Ground Cutting too low May need to reduce ground speed, raise cutting height, change direction of cut, and/or change pitch and level Rough terrain...
Section 6 7. Repeat steps 4-6 on the RH side of the machine. ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT 8. Replace the drive wheels and test the brake. WARNING: -NOTE- If this procedure does not achieve proper brake Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is adjustment, please contact your authorized Scag not operable.
Section 6 B. The steering control levers are in the full forward 4. Adjust the RH wheel by loosening the jam nuts on position and the mower pulls to one side or the the steering control rod and turning the rod until the other when traveling in a forward direction.
Section 6 Tracking Adjustment A. Stop the machine and place the steering control levers in the neutral position. Loosen the lock nuts securing the ball joints at each end of the CAUTION: RH steering control rod. Rotate the control rod to lengthen the rod and tighten the lock nuts.
Section 6 3. Tighten the serrated hex nut to secure the cutter 6.6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS deck in the proper position. Cutter deck level, pitch and height are set at the factory. However, if these adjustments should ever need to be Cutter Deck Pitch made, the following procedures will aid in obtaining the proper cutter deck adjustment.
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Section 6 Cutter Deck Height 3. Check the cutter deck cutting height by placing the lanyard pin in the 3" position on the cutting height The cutter deck height adjustment is made to ensure that index. Release the deck from the transport position the cutter deck is cutting at the height indicated on the and allow the deck to move to the 3"...
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Section 6 To adjust the Custom-Cut Baffle height: CARRIAGE BOLT 1. Place the cutter deck in the transport position. 2. Remove the hardware securing the Custom-Cut Baffle to the cutter deck. (See Figure 6.8). -NOTE- 2002 CCB - 3-1/2" Setting BOTTOM SET OF HOLES FLATWASHER ELASTIC STOP...
Section 7 The hydraulic oil should be changed after every 500 7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM hours or annually, whichever occurs first. The oil should also be changed if the color of the fluid has become A. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level black or milky. A black color and/or a rancid odor usually indicates possible overheating of the oil, and a milky color usually indicates water in the hydraulic oil.
Section 7 C. Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter Element 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.
Section 7 7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM 7.6 ENGINE AIR CLEANER A. Cleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Element To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and For any air cleaner, the operating environment dictates refueling.
Section 7 7.7 BATTERY WARNING: A. Checking Electrolyte Level and Cleaning Electric storage battery fluid contains Battery sulfuric acid which is POISON and can cause SEVERE CHEMICAL BURNS. Avoid After every 40 hours of operation or weekly, whichever contact of fluid with eyes, skin, or clothing. occurs first, check the electrolyte level in the battery and Use proper protective gear when handling clean the battery and connections.
Section 7 WARNING: WARNING: BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE Always wear proper hand and eye protection GASES. Charge the battery in a well when working with cutter blades. ventilated space so gases produced while charging can dissipate. 3. Check the cutter blades for straightness. If the cutter blades appear bent, they will need to be replaced.
Section 7 HEX NUT-TORQUE TO 75 LB-FT Angle Blade Back Do Not Cut In SPINDLE CUTTER SHAFT DECK X Must NOT Exceed 1/3 Blade Width 2002SGB033 Figure 7-7 Blade Sharpening HEX HEAD BOLT / NUT 2. Check the balance of the blade. If the blades are out of balance, vibration and premature wear can occur.
Section 7 7.11 CUTTER DECK GEARBOX 2. Remove the drain plug, drain the lubricant into the container and properly discard it. A. Checking Lubricant Level 3. Re-install the drain plug and add SAE 80W90 lubricant through the check plug hole in the gearbox CAUTION: until it is level with the bottom of the check plug hole.
Section 7 7.13 BODY, DECK, AND UPHOLSTERY 3. Replace the radiator cap. Push down on the cap and turn clockwise until it stops. CAUTION: -NOTE- The cooling system should be flushed and the Do not wash any portion of the equipment coolant replaced every 500 hours of operation while it is hot.
Section 8 FUEL AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - KAWASAKI 29DFI DUMP VALVE To Injector 43 (2) 43 (2) 44 45 50 48 47 To Back Side of Reservoir (Not Shown) Fuel Return 2002 STT F&HS-DFI.eps...
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Section 8 FUEL AND HYDRAULIC SYSTEM - KAWASAKI 29DFI Ref. Part Ref. Part No. No. Description No. No. Description 423701 Support Bracket, Fuel Tank 04110-01 U-Nut 1/4-20 04019-03 Nut, 5/16-18 Serrated Flange 48136-13 Hose Clamp, 0.69 dia. 04003-02 Bolt, Carraige 1/4-20 x 3/4” 04001-03 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 2.0”...
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481039 48404 MOWER DECK PULL OUT TO ENGAGE PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE START MOWER DECK PULL OUT TO ENGAGE 482508 PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE SLOW FAST CHOKE 482507 SLOW FAST CHECK ENGINE LIGHT 482796 STT 2003 Decals 1...
Section 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (KAWASAKI 29HP - DFI) L.H. NEUTRAL SWITCH RELAY GRN W/BLK STRIPE DIODE GRN W/WHT STRIPE GREEN RED W/YEL STRIPE BRAKE BROWN PINK SEAT INTERLOCK SWITCH SWITCH WATER TEMP WHT W/BLK STRIPE BLACK GAUGE BLACK 20 AMP FUSE YELLOW 20 AMP FUSE YELLOW...
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* Engines and electric starters are covered by the engine manufacturer’s warranty period. * Major drive system components are warranted for two (2) years by Scag Power Equipment. (Parts and labor 1st year; Parts only 2nd year) (Two year warranty exclude fittings, hoses, drive belts). The repair or replacement of the hydraulic pump or hydraulic motor will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment.