Operating Instructions; Section 4 - Operating Instructions; Controls And Instrument Identification - Scag Power Equipment SFZ48-18FS Operator's Manual

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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.
4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT
IDENTIFICATION
Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all
mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function
and operation of these controls is important for safe and
efficient operation of the mower.
IGNITION
ENGINE SWITCH
CHOKE
CONTROL
ENGINE
THROTTLE
CONTROL
MOWER
DECK
SWITCH

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PARKING
BRAKE
LEFT STEERING
CONTROL
HOUR METER
MOWER DECk
DUMP VALVE
Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments
1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1).
is used to start the engine and has three positions;
OFF, ON, and START.
2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1).
and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up
on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing
down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.
3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1).
a cold engine.
4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1).
control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the
IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.
5. Fuel Gauge (Figure 4-1).
fuel in the fuel tank.
DECK LIFT
SEAT BELT
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The ignition switch
Used to engage
Used to start
Used to
Indicates the amount of
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
CUTTER DECK
RELEASE LEVER
RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL
FUEL GAUGE
SEAT HOLD DOWN
RELEASE LATCH
DUMP VALVE