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Congratulations on owning a Scag mower! This manual contains the operating
instructions and safety information for your Scag mower. Reading this manual
can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to
keep your mower performing to maximum efficiency. The specific models that
this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your machine,
please read all the information enclosed.
© 2013
Scag Power Equipment
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Freedom Z
Models:
SFZ52-23FS
SFZ52-25BS
SFZ61-24FS
SFZ61-27BS
PART NO. 03360
PRINTED 9/2013
PRINTED IN USA
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- Page 1 SFZ52-25BS SFZ61-24FS SFZ61-27BS Congratulations on owning a Scag mower! This manual contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag mower. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your mower performing to maximum efficiency. The specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover.
- Page 2 CONCERN, PRUDENCE, AND PROPER TRAINING OF THE PERSONNEL INvOLvED IN THE OPERATION, TRANSPORT, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE OF THE EqUIPMENT. This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: SFz52-23FS with a serial number of J8300001 to H8399999 SFz52-25BS...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ...................1 1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................1 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE ...........................1 1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS ..............1 1.4 SYMBOLS ..............................2 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................3 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ............................3 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ....................3 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ........................5... - Page 4 7.9 TIRES ................................35 7.10 BODY, DECk, AND UPHOLSTERY ......................35 SECTION 8 - ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST ................36 8.1 SCAG APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES..............36 NOTES ................................37 52" CUTTER DECk ............................38 61" CUTTER DECk ............................40 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz52 ......................42 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz61 ......................44 SHEET METAL COMPONENTS SFz ......................46...
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Page 5: General Information
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use efficiency of your mower depends on you following the on this machine. See Section 8, Paragraph 8-1. -
Page 6: Symbols
Section 1 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... -
Page 7: Safety Information
Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safety practices WI 53050 or contact us via the Internet at www.scag.com. on or near the machine that could result in personal injury The manual for this machine can be downloaded by using if proper precautions are not taken. - Page 8 Section 2 DO NOT allow children to ride or play on the Be sure the interlock switches are functioning machine, it is not a toy. correctly. Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could be Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel picked up and thrown by the cutter blades.
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Page 9: Operation Considerations
Section 2 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS WARNING Know the function of all controls and how to stop quickly. DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to WARNING remove clogged material after the engine has stopped running and the blades have stopped turning. -
Page 10: Roll-Over Protection System
Section 2 DANGER Any or all parts of the Roll-Over Protection System MUST NOT be removed. Failure to adhere to this guideline could result in injury or death. DO NOT run the engine inside a building or The potential exposure of the seat belt to severe a confined area without proper ventilation. -
Page 11: Maintenance Considerations & Storage
Section 2 WARNING Reduce speed when turning, operating on slopes, slick or wet surfaces. Allow extra distance to stop. Stay off of slopes too steep for safe operation. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can not back Figure 2-2. -
Page 12: Using A Spark Arrestor
If you need service on your hydraulic system, please see your authorized Scag dealer. Let the engine cool before storing. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame. -
Page 13: Safety And Instructional Decals
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483405 483633 483402 483505 WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start res around dry vegetation. A spark 481568 arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local re agencies for laws or regulations relating to re prevention requirements. -
Page 14: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE General Type ....................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Model: Scag Model SFZ52-23FS ........................Kawasaki FS691V Scag Model SFZ52-25BS ....................Briggs & Stratton 44M777 Scag Model SFZ61-24FS ........................Kawasaki FS730V Scag Model SFZ61-27BS ....................Briggs & Stratton 49M977 Displacement: Kawasaki 23FS (FS691V) ..........................726cc Briggs & Stratton 25BS (44M777) ........................724cc Kawasaki 24FS (FS730V) .......................... -
Page 15: Cutter Deck
Acres Per Day ........................20.2 ........23.7 The preceding chart will aid you in determining how many acres your Scag mower will cut per day. The chart is an estimate based on 8 hours per day cutting time at 6 MPH with a 20% allowance for overlap and turns. -
Page 16: Operating Instructions
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch CAUTION is used to start the engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you and disengage the mower drive system. - Page 17 Section 4 Hourmeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the number of hours the engine has been operated. It operates whenever the engine is running. Has preset maintenance reminders for engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before preset time and PUSH BRAKE PEDAL continue flashing until 2 hours after.
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Page 18: Safety Interlock System
Section 4 STARTING THE ENGINE Seat Belt (Figure 4-1). Used to secure the operator. Seat belt must be worn at all times during operation. Seat Hold Down Release Latch (Figure 4-1). CAUTION Located behind the seat. Used to secure the seat in the operator's position. - Page 19 Section 4 REvERSE TRAvEL Learn to feather the steering controls to obtain a smooth operating action. Practice operating the mower until you are CAUTION comfortable with the controls before proceeding to mow. Disengage power to the mower before backing FORWARD TRAvEL up.
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Page 20: Engaging The Deck Drive (Cutter Blades)
Section 4 ENGAGING THE DECk DRIvE (CUTTER HILLSIDE OPERATION BLADES) WARNING Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine speed when engaging the deck drive. -
Page 21: Parking The Mower
Section 4 PARkING THE MOWER 4.10 REMOvING CLOGGED MATERIAL Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not DANGER park the machine on an incline. Place the steering control levers in the neutral position. ROTATING BLADES Disengage the cutter blades. Slow the engine to idle speed. -
Page 22: Adjusting Cutting Height
Section 4 The discharge chute must not be removed and CUTTER DECK CUTTING HEIGHT must be kept in the lowest position to deflect grass RELEASE LEVER ADJUSTMENT clippings and thrown objects downward. Direct the side discharge away from sidewalks or streets to minimize cleanup of clippings. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION CAUSE CURE 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... - Page 24 Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck Too much blade angle (deck pitch) Adjust pitch and level Deck mounted improperly See your authorized SCAG dealer Bent spindle area See your authorized SCAG dealer Width of Deck Dull blade Sharpen blade...
- Page 25 Blades not mounted evenly Adjust pitch and level OF CUTTING PATH Bent blade Replace blade Internal spindle failure See your authorized SCAG dealer Mounting of spindle incorrect See your authorized SCAG dealer Width of Deck SGB024 SLOPE CUT - SLOPING RIDGES...
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Page 26: Adjustments
“ENGAGE” position and the parking brake will not prevent the mower from moving. If the following procedures do not allow you to engage the parking brake properly, contact your Scag dealer for further brake adjustments. Figure 6-1. -
Page 27: Travel Adjustments
Section 6 TRAvEL ADJUSTMENTS Run the engine at full operating speed and check if the machine creeps forward or backwards. Neutral or tracking adjustments will need to be made if: Adjust the RH wheel by loosening the jam nuts on the steering control rod and turning the adjustment nut until the drive wheel turns in the forward A. -
Page 28: Throttle Control And Choke Adjustments
Belt alignment is important for proper performance of wheel. To adjust this condition, proceed as follows: your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear or breakage, see your authorized Scag service center for A. Stop the machine and place the steering control belt adjustment. -
Page 29: Cutter Deck Adjustments
Section 6 CUTTER DECk ADJUSTMENTS CUTTER DECk PITCH The pitch of the cutter deck should be equal between Cutter deck level, pitch and height are set at the factory. the front and rear of the cutter deck for proper cutting However, if these adjustments should ever need to be performance. - Page 30 Section 6 LOOSEN HERE LOOSEN HERE ADJUST HERE ADJUST HERE 2012 SFZ DLA 2012 SFZ RSDA Figure 6-6. Cutter Deck Pitch Adjustment - Note - To prevent the cutter deck from teetering, all four (4) cutter deck hanging chains must have tension on them.
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Page 31: Electric Clutch Adjustment
Section 6 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. -
Page 32: Maintenance
Section 7 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAk-IN (FIRST 10) Check all hardware for tightness Check hydraulic oil level See paragraph 7.2 Check all belts for proper alignment See paragraph 7.7 Check engine oil level See paragraph 7.3 Check hydraulic hoses for leaks U s e ex t r e m e c a u t i o n w h e n... -
Page 33: Hydraulic System
Section 7 - IMPoRtANt - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The hydraulic system oil should be changed if you notice the presence of water or a rancid odor to A. CHECkING HYDRAULIC OIL LEvEL the hydraulic oil. The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 10 Park the mower on a level surface and stop the hours of operation. -
Page 34: Engine Oil
Section 7 Remove the top port plug from both axles before filling with oil. See Figure 7-3. DUMP VALVE CONTROL LEVER REMOVE TOP PORT PLUG "DRIVE" POSITION "FREEWHEEL" POSITION Figure 7-3. top Port Plug Location 2012 SFZ DVL Fill the hydraulic expansion reservoir with 20w50 Figure 7-4. -
Page 35: Engine Fuel System
Section 7 C. CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM After the first 20 hours of operation, replace the engine oil DANGER filter. Thereafter, replace the oil filter after every 200 hours of operation or every month, whichever occurs first. Refer to Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions. -
Page 36: Engine Air Cleaner
Section 7 Use only an approved gasoline container. ENGINE OIL FILTER Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool before fueling. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. -
Page 37: Battery
Section 7 BATTERY A. CHARGING THE BATTERY Refer to the battery charger’s manual for specific WARNING instructions. Under normal conditions the engine’s alternator will have no problem keeping a charge on the battery. If the battery Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and has been completely discharged for a long period of time, explosive gases. -
Page 38: Drive Belts
- Note - If you experience frequent belt wear or breakage, B. BLADE SHARPENING see your authorized Scag service center for belt adjustment. - Note - If possible, use a file to sharpen the blade. Using WARNING a wheel grinder may burn the blade. -
Page 39: Tires
Repair damaged metal surfaces using Scag touch- up paint available from your authorized Scag dealer. Wax the mower for maximum paint protection. CUTTER BLADE LOCKWASHER FLATWASHER 5/8-11 x 1-1/2"... -
Page 40: Illustrated Parts List
Section 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 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: • GC-SFZ (p/n 9074, requires p/n 9070 or 9073 baffle kit) •... -
Page 41: Notes
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Page 42: 52" Cutter Deck
Section 8 52" CUTTER DECk 2007 SFZ CD... - Page 43 Section 8 52" CUTTER DECk Part No. Description Part No. Description 483304 Debris Shield 424528 Belt Cover 483303 Bearing 04063-01 Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 1-1/4" 43693 Spacer 04112-06 Nut, 3/4-16 Spiral Lock 483324 Pulley, 5.73" OD - 25mm Bore 462014 Spindle Housing Assembly (Incl.
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Page 44: 61" Cutter Deck
Section 8 61" CUTTER DECk 2007 SFZ CD... - Page 45 Section 8 61" CUTTER DECk Part No. Description Part No. Description 425260 Belt Cover 483304 Debris Shield 04063-01 Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 1-1/4" 483303 Bearing 43693 Spacer 04112-06 Nut, 3/4-16 Spiral Lock 462014 Spindle Housing Assembly 484026 Pulley, 6.32" OD - 25mm Bore (Incl.
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Page 46: Cutter Deck Controls - Sfz52
Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz52 14 26 18 23 2012 SFZ48&52 CDC... - Page 47 Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz52 Ref. No. Part No. Description 483341 Cable, Deck Lift 04003-31 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4" 424476 Support, Idler Arm 43710 Spacer, Deck Lift Pivot 04001-90 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 3-3/4" 04001-183 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 1-3/4" 483453-03 Bearing 04040-07...
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Page 48: Cutter Deck Controls - Sfz61
Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz61 14 26 18 23 2012 SFZ61 CDC... - Page 49 Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz61 Ref. No. Part No. Description 483341 Cable, Deck Lift 04003-31 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4" 424476 Support, Idler Arm 43710 Spacer, Deck Lift Pivot 04001-90 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 3-3/4" 04001-183 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 1-3/4" 483453-03 Bearing 04040-07...
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Page 50: Sheet Metal Components Sfz
Section 8 SHEET METAL COMPONENTS SFz... - Page 51 Section 8 SHEET METAL COMPONENTS - SFz Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 462520 Mainframe Assy., w/Decals - SFZ52 484375 Seat Assembly 462443 Mainframe Assy., w/Decals - SFZ61 43336 Spacer 424480 Support, Deck Guide 483559 Cable, Seat Stop 43703 Spacer, Bearing 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16...
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Page 52: Seat Assembly
Section 8 SEAT ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part No. Description 484375 Seat Assembly 484260 Armrest Kit, LH 484527 Seatbelt Kit 484528 Back Cover 484261 Armrest Kit, RH 484529 Cushion Cover 483473 Switch 484526 Track Set... -
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Page 54: Brake Components - Sfz
Section 8 BRAkE COMPONENTS - SFz 21 22... - Page 55 Section 8 BRAkE COMPONENTS - SFz Ref. No. Part No. Description 483504 Bearing 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 04021-08 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20 04040-14 Flatwasher, 1/4-.312 x .750 x .065 04040-09 Flatwasher, 5/8-.656 x 1.312 x .095 04001-46 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" 452269 Weldment, Brake Lever 43674...
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Page 56: Sfz Roll-Over Protection System
Section 8 SFz ROLL-OvER PROTECTION SYSTEM... - Page 57 Section 8 SFz ROLL-OvER PROTECTION SYSTEM Ref. No. Part No. Description 04001-197 Bolt, Hex Head 1/213 x 3" Gr. 8 04040-07 Flatwasher, 1/2 - .531 x 1.062 x .095 43743 Bushing, SFZ ROPS 04021-19 Nut, Center Lock 1/2-13 462021 ROPS...
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Page 58: Drive System Components - Sfz52 & Sfz61
Section 8 DRIvE SYSTEM COMPONENTS - SFz52 & SFz61 14 34 45 46 36 34 TO RIGHT DRIVE PUMP 2012 SFZ61 DSC... - Page 59 Section 8 DRIvE SYSTEM COMPONENTS - SFz52 & SFz61 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 44162 Linkage, Dump Valve 485026 Engine, Briggs & Stratton - 25HP Pro 485025 Engine, Kawasaki - 23FS 04001-04 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" 462228 Electric Clutch Assembly - SFZ52 &...
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Page 60: Exhaust And Electrical System - Sfz
Section 8 EXHAUST AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SFz SEAT SWITCH CLUTCH ENGINE MOUNT BOLT THROTTLE CHOKE 2011 SFZ ES... - Page 61 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1/2" Serr. Flange 461996 Battery Cover (incl. items 19 & 20) 483452 Pad, Battery Hold Down 483508 Rubber Pad 483665 Battery (not avail. through Scag) 483381 Muffler, Briggs & Stratton 484209 Muffler, Kawasaki Exhaust Gasket Lockwasher Bolt 04040-15 Flatwasher, 5/16-.375 x .875 x .083...
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Page 62: Sfz Fuel System
Section 8 SFz FUEL SYSTEM To Fuel Pump To Engine Purge Port Purge Tank 2011 SFZ EPA Phase 2... - Page 63 Section 8 SFz FUEL SYSTEM Ref. Part No. Description 462379 Fuel Tank Assembly 483536 Grommet 484243 Fuel Gauge Assembly 482571 Bushing, .56 Dia. Viton 483555 Fuel Tube Assembly 484286 Fuel Cap, Tethered 484297 Fuel Cap w/Tethered - California Models Only (not shown) 48059-01 Clamp, Fuel Hose 1/4"...
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Page 64: Zt-3100 Hydraulic Axle Assembly - Sfz52
Section 8 zT-3100 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY - SFz52 32 33 17 18... - Page 65 Section 8 zT-3100 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY - SFz52 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description HG50772 Seal, Lip 25 x 52 x 10 TC Gray HG72125 Kit, Fan & Pulley HG50859 Ring, Retaining 2.06 Internal HG51244 Nut, Hex Locking 1/2-20 HG71505 Hub Kit HG52137...
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Page 66: Zt-3400 Hydraulic Axle Assembly - Sfz61
Section 8 zT-3400 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY - SFz61 65 66 51 52 ZT-3400 Exploded View... - Page 67 Section 8 zT-3400 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY - SFz61 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description HG71579 Assembly, Cylinger Block HG71907 Kit, Fan & Pulley HG71436 Kit, Charge Relief HG44133 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/2-20 HG71972 Kit, Center Section (Right Side) HG51523 Washer, OD Slotted .53 x 1.63 x .06 HG71973...
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Page 68: Replacement Decals And Information Plates
Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES COMMERCIAL GRADE MOWER DECK PARKING BRAKE TO ENGAGE PARKING BRAKE: *Fully depress foot pedal *Pull back and hold latch handle while releasing pedal TO DISENGAGE PARKING BRAKE: *Depress and release pedal 484461... - Page 69 Decal, Cutting Height - SFZ61 484461 Decal, Brake 483900 Decal, Warning Spark Arrestor (California only) - not shown 462155 Spanish Decal Kit - SFZ (not shown) 01411 DVD Video, Tips for Safe Operation of Your Scag Zero-Turn Mower (not shown)
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Page 70: Electrical Schematic
Section 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC SEAT SWITCH BRAKE INTERLOCK SWITCH R.H. NEUTRAL SWITCH GREEN BLACK W/RED STRIPE WHITE GREEN OPTIONAL BLACK LIGHT ACCESSORY BLACK HOURMETER BLACK RED W/YEL STRIPE GREEN L.H. NEUTRAL BLACK W/RED STRIPE SWITCH WHITE WHITE GREEN BLACK BLACK SWITCH RED W/YEL STRIPE RED W/YEL STRIPE... -
Page 71: Limited Warranty - Sfz
Scag’s responsibility is limited to making the required repairs and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Scag mower.