Scag Power Equipment SWZV Operator's Manual
Scag Power Equipment SWZV Operator's Manual

Scag Power Equipment SWZV Operator's Manual

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MODEL SWZV
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. BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
MACHINE, PLEASE READ ALL THE INFOR-
MATION ENCLOSED.
© 2008
SCAG POWER EQUIPMENT
DIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE, INC.
PART NO. 03217
PRINTED 1/2008
PRINTED IN USA

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  • Page 1 MODEL SWZV 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.
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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 Before Operation Considerations ...................4 Operation Considerations ......................5 Maintenance Considerations ....................7 Safety and Instructional Decals ....................8...
  • Page 4: Subject Page

    TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D) SUBJECT PAGE Section 6 - Adjustments Parking Brake Adjustment ....................20 Travel Adjustments ....................... 20 Throttle Control and Choke Adjustments ................22 Belt Adjustment ........................22 Belt Alignment ........................22 Cutter Deck Adjustments ..................... 22 Section 7 - Maintenance Maintenance Chart .......................
  • Page 5: Section 1 - General Information

    Any unauthorized work done on these components during the warranty period may void your Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies warranty. other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine. Scag approved attachments and accessories: GC-F4 (p/n 9055)
  • Page 6: Symbols

    ISO Symbols CE Mark SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Falling Hazard Thown Object Hazard WARNING FALLING HAZARD USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED RIDING ATTACHMENTS SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109...
  • Page 7: Symbols

    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...
  • Page 8: Section 2 - Safety Information

    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 hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that bodily injury or death.
  • Page 9: Operation Considerations

    Section 2 6. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English 11. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain the engine to cool for several minutes before adding this material to them.
  • Page 10 Section 2 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS 14. Disengage power to the attachments when transporting or when not in use. (CONT'D) 15. The machine and attachments should be stopped and 5. Before attempting to start the engine,disengage power inspected for damage after striking a foreign object, to the cutter deck, place the speed control lever in the and damage should be repaired before restarting and neutral position and engage the parking brake.
  • Page 11: Maintenance Considerations

    Section 2 2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & 11. Use jack stands to support components when required. STORAGE 12. Carefully release pressure from components with 1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the stored energy. engine running unless specifically instructed to do so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts.
  • Page 12: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Section 2 2.6 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483402 483407 483397 483406 482291 483608 2008 SWZV Safety Decals...
  • Page 13: Section 3 - Specifications

    Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINES General Type: Heavy duty industrial/commercial Brand: Kawasaki Models: FH480V (16HP), FH541V (17HP), FH580V (19HP) Horsepower: 16HP, 17HP & 19HP Type: 4 cycle gas, vertical shaft engines Displacement: 16HP=472cc, 17HP=585cc, 19HP=585cc Cylinders: 2 with cast-iron sleeves Governor: Mechanical type governor with variable speed control.
  • Page 14: Section 3 - Specifications

    Hurricane Mulch Kit: The unique Hurricane Mulch System employs "eye of the hurricane" mulching plates combined with bolt-in v-baffles, flow directors, Eliminator blades, and a side discharge close-off plate. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS SWZV-36A SWZV-48V SWZV-52V Length: Tracking Width: Width: Width (with discharge chute up):...
  • Page 15: Section 4 - Operating Instructions

    OFF, ON, and START. flashing until 2 hours after. Automatically resets. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT DECK LIFT SPEED ENGINE CHOKE CONTROL CONTROL HOURMETER PARKING BRAKE CONTROL ENGINE THROTTLE IGNITION SWITCH CONTROL STEERING MOWER DECK SWITCH CONTROL Figure 4-1 Controls SWZV CONTROLS...
  • Page 16: Safety Interlock System

    Section 4 6. Steering Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the 4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First mower's travel direction. See Section 4.5 for further Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours) details regarding the mower's travel controls. 1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 7.
  • Page 17: Ground Travel And Steering

    Section 4 4.5 GROUND TRAVEL AND STEERING To steer the mower to the right while traveling forward, move the steering control to the left. The further the steering control is moved, the quicker the mower will turn IMPORTANT- right. See Figure 4-3. If you are not familiar with the operation of a -NOTE- machine with lever steering and/or hydrostatic...
  • Page 18: Engaging The Deck Drive

    Section 4 SWZV STEERING CONTROLS CAUTION: Disengage power to the mower before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after observation of the entire area behind the mower. CAUTION: STEERING TO THE LEFT TRAVELING FORWARD...
  • Page 19: Hillside Operation

    Section 4 4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION 4.9 AFTER OPERATION 1. Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use 1. This mower has been designed for good traction and high pressure spray or direct the spray onto electrical stability under normal mowing conditions. However, components.
  • Page 20: Moving Mower With Engine Stopped

    Section 4 4.11 MOVING MOWER WITH ENGINE 8. Use the alternate stripe pattern for best lawn STOPPED appearance. Vary the direction of the stripe each time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in the grass. To “free-wheel” or move the mower around without the engine running, place the dump valve levers in the FREE- 4.13 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT WHEEL position.
  • Page 21: Section 5 - Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions

    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...
  • Page 22 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...
  • Page 23 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...
  • Page 24: Section 6 - Adjustments

    Section 6 TRAVEL ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Neutral or tracking adjustments will need to be made if: WARNING: A. The steering control is in the neutral position and the machine creeps forward or backward. Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is (Neutral Adjustment).
  • Page 25 To adjust this condition, proceed as follows: RH DRIVE WHEEL LH DRIVE WHEEL ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT SWZV TRACKING ADJUSTMENT Figure 6-1 RH Drive Wheel Adjustment Figure 6-2 LH Drive Wheel Adjustment...
  • Page 26: Throttle Control And Choke Adjustments

    Section 6 Cutter Deck Level 6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOKE ADJUSTMENTS The cutter deck should be level from side-to-side for proper cutting performance. To check for level, be sure These adjustments must be performed by your Scag that the mower is on a flat, level surface, the tires are dealer to ensure proper and efficient running of the properly inflated and the cutter deck is set at the most engine.
  • Page 27 Section 6 2. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear cutter CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT BOLT deck adjustment levers clockwise to raise or counter- clockwise to lower the RH side until the distance from the top of the cutter deck to the floor is the same as the measurement on the LH side of the machine.
  • Page 28 Section 6 B. Turn the adjustment bolts on both side either DECK HEIGHT CONTROL ROD clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the front of the cutter deck until the measurements are equal. Tighten the elastic stop nuts. 6. Rotate the cutter blade on the right side of the cutter LOOSEN HERE deck.
  • Page 29 Section 6 3-Position Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment 7-Position Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment A. 3-1/2" or 3-3/4" Position - (See Figure 6-10, Page 26). A. 3" Position - (See Figure 6-9, Page 26). For very tall, wiry or tough-to-cut grass. For very tall, wiry, tough to cut grass. B.
  • Page 30 Section 6 Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Mounting Slot Mounting Hardware Location Slot “A” Hole 1 Hole 2 Hole 3 Height (inches) 3” 3-1/2” 4” Figure 6-9. 3-Position Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Mounting Slot Selected Mounting Hardware Location Slot “A” Hole 1 Hole 2 Hole 3...
  • Page 31: Maintenance Chart

    Section 7 MAINTENANCE 7.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS HOURS Break-In 40 100 200 500 Procedure Comments (First 10) Check all hardware for tightness Check hydraulic oil level See paragraph 7.3 Check all belts for proper alignment See paragraph 7.8 Change engine oil and filter See paragraph 7.4 (First 20)
  • Page 32: Lubrication Fitting Points

    Section 7 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS (CONT'D) HOURS Break-In 40 100 200 500 Procedure Comments (First 10) Apply grease to fittings See paragraph 7.2 Check hardware for tightness Change engine oil filter See paragraph 7.4 Check hydraulic oil level See paragraph 7.3 Replace engine fuel filter See paragraph 7.5...
  • Page 33 Section 7 GREASE FITTING LUBRICATION Lubricant Interval Lithium MP White Grease 2125 (40 Hours/Weekly) Chassis Grease (100 Hours/Bi-weekly) Chassis Grease (200 Hours/Monthly) Figure 7.1 Lubrication Fitting Points...
  • Page 34: Hydraulic System

    Section 7 B. Changing Hydraulic Oil 7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 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 The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 10 milky.
  • Page 35: Engine Oil

    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.
  • Page 36: Engine Fuel System

    Section 7 7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM 9. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. A. Filling the Fuel Tank 10. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. Fill the fuel tank at the begining of each operating day to within 1 inch below the filler neck.
  • Page 37: Drive Belts

    Section 7 -NOTE- 4. If a blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be In extremely dusty conditions it may be neces- sharpened. Remove the blades for sharpening. See sary to check the element once or twice daily to "Blade Replacement."...
  • Page 38: Tires

    Section 7 C. Blade Replacement HEX NUT-TORQUE TO 75 LB-FT WARNING: Always wear proper hand and eye protection when working with cutter blades. SPINDLE CUTTER SHAFT DECK 1. Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades. 2. Raise the mower deck to the highest position. Place the lanyard pin in the highest cutting height position to HEX HEAD prevent the cutter deck from falling.
  • Page 39: Notes

    Section 8 NOTES...
  • Page 40: Cutter Deck

    Section 8 36A CUTTER DECK FRAME FRAME SWZV 36A Cutter Deck...
  • Page 41: A Cutter Deck

    Shaft Weldment 482295 Wheel, Anti-Scalp 04001-09 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1” 451926 Shaft Weldment 424783 Belt Cover, SWZV 36A 04001-51 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3-3/4” 451724 Push Arm Shaft 04001-12 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4” 04019-03 Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18...
  • Page 42: 52V Cutter Deck

    Section 8 48V & 52V CUTTER DECKS FRAME FRAME SWZU07 48V,52V...
  • Page 43: V, 52V Cutter Deck

    Section 8 48V & 52V CUTTER DECKS Ref. Part Ref. Part No. No. Description No. No. Description 483647 Cutter deck Belt, SWZV 48V 43589 Shaft, Spindle 483001 Cutter Deck Belt, SWZV 52V 481024 Seal, Upper 482744 Pulley, 5.75 O.D. 481022...
  • Page 44: Cutter Deck Frame

    Section 8 36” CUTTER DECK FRAME To Lift Control 19 21...
  • Page 45 Section 8 36” CUTTER DECK FRAME Ref. Part Description 462120 Belt Cover, 36A 481625-01 Knob w/Stud 483553 Linkage Assembly, Deck Lift (Incl. #4, 5, 6, 7) 483649 Link, Lift Rod (Rod Only) 483330 Rod End, 1/2-20 LH 04020-28 Nut, 1/2-20 UNF LH Jam 04020-27 Nut, 1/2-20 RH 483329...
  • Page 46: 52V Cutter Deck Frame

    Section 8 48” & 52” CUTTER DECK FRAME To Lift Control 9 7 45 6 19 21 14 42...
  • Page 47 Section 8 48” & 52” CUTTER DECK FRAME Ref. Part Description 462121 Belt Cover, 48V/52V 481625-01 Knob w/Stud 483553 Linkage Assembly, Deck Lift (Incl. #4, 5, 6, 7) 483649 Link, Lift Rod (Rod Only) 483330 Rod End, 1/2-20 LH 04020-28 Nut, 1/2-20 UNF LH Jam 04020-27 Nut, 1/2-20 RH...
  • Page 48: Cutter Deck Lift Lever

    Section 8 CUTTER DECK LIFT LEVER...
  • Page 49: Cutter Deck Lift Lever

    Section 8 CUTTER DECK LIFT LEVER Ref. Part Description 483453-14 Bearing, .625 ID Plastic 43747 Actuator Rod, Deck Latch 451940 Handle Weldment, Deck Latch 483600 Spring, Deck Latch 424651 Deck Latch Arc 43212 Sleeve 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 04021-07 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/2-13 04014-05 Capscrew, 1/2-13 x 1-1/2”...
  • Page 50: Handle Assembly

    Section 8 HANDLE ASSEMBLY 11 3 78 30 15 74 37 38...
  • Page 51 Section 8 HANDLE ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Ref. Part No. No. Description No. No. Description 481885-04 Knob, 3/8-16 Locking 04030-03 Lockwasher, 5/16” Spring 43759 Spacer, Tracking 04040-04 Flatwasher, 5/16-.344 x .688 x .065 04001-08 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4” 462112 Handle Bar Weldment 04019-04 Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16...
  • Page 52: Hydraulic And Lower Brake Assembly

    Section 8 HYDRAULIC AND LOWER BRAKE ASSEMBLY ELECTRIC START ONLY *24 *25 32 34 * - Used only on machines equipped with a 52” Cutter Deck...
  • Page 53 Hose, 3/8 Push Lock -Black (Order by Inch) 04063-14 Key, 5.0 x 5.0 x 25mm 48136-13 Clamp, Hose .69” Max. Dia. 483520 Belt, Pump Drive 483591 Pump, RH (PG-1HQQ-DC1X-XXXX) SWZV 482649 Pulley, 5.45 O.D. Tapered Bore 483590 Pump, LH (PG-1KQQ-DF1X-XXXX) SWZV 424810 Plate, Brake Keeper 483263...
  • Page 54: Electrical System And Upper Brake Assembly Manual Start

    Section 8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND UPPER BRAKE ASSEMBLY MANUAL START ENGINE CLUTCH SWZV Electrical & Upper Brakes Manual Start...
  • Page 55 04019-04 Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16 04001-31 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/2” 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 424604 Stiffener, SWZV 04043-04 Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105 HD 04001-32 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4” 481717 Engine Adapter Harness, Kawasaki...
  • Page 56: Electrical System And Upper Brake Assembly Electric Start

    Section 8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND UPPER BRAKE ASSEMBLY ELECTRIC START ENGINE CLUTCH SWZV Electrical & Upper Brakes Electric Start Start...
  • Page 57 04019-04 Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16 04001-31 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/2’ 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 424604 Stiffener, SWZV 04043-04 Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105 HD 04001-32 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4’ 483718 Engine Adapter Harness, KAE...
  • Page 58: Hydraulic Pump (Bdp-10A)

    Section 8 HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY PORT "A" SIDE PORT "B" SIDE...
  • Page 59 Section 8 HYDRAULIC PUMP ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description HG 70516 Housing Kit HG 70573 End Cap Kit HG 50641 Straight Headless Pin HG 50969 Hex Flange Bolt, M8-1.25 x 60mm HG 51232 Housing O-Ring HG 2513027 Charge Pump Kit HG 50273 Gerotor Assembly HG 9004101-1340...
  • Page 60: Replacement Decals

    Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Hea vy- Duty Comm e rcial 481971 MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS: 4,487,006 4,885,903 4,920,733 4,967,543 4,991,382 4,998,948 5,042,239 5,117,617 5,133,176 5,826,416 5,832,708 5,865,018 6,192,666 6,766,633 6,892,519 6,996,962 7,065,946 PATENTS PENDING...
  • Page 61 Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Ref. Part Description 483402 Decal, Warning - Belt Cover 483405 Decal, Warning 483404 Decal, Sulky Attach 483059 Decal, 36A 483199 Decal, 48V 483200 Decal, 52V 483407 Decal, Spinning Blades 48404 Decal, Metalcraft - Made in USA 483639 Decal, Height-of-Cut 483406...
  • Page 62: Electrical Schematic - Manual Start

    Section 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC - MANUAL START NEUTRAL BRAKE INTERLOCK INTERLOCK SWITCH SWITCH HOURMETER SWITCH RED W/BLK STRIPE RED W/BLK STRIPE BLACK SWITCH VOLTAGE REGULATOR BROWN PINK YELLOW BLACK YELLOW TO ENGINE DECK WHITE WIRE HARNESS BLUE BLACK GROUND ENGINE TO HANDLE YELLOW WHITE...
  • Page 63: Electrical Schematic - Electric Start

    Section 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC - ELECTRIC START RED W/BLK STRIPE YELLOW BRAKE BLACK BLACK SENSOGRIP BLACK INTERLOCK MODULE BLACK SWITCH YELLOW YELLOW 20 AMP FUSES RED W/YEL STRIPE TO HANDLE WIRE HARNESS WHITE WHITE TO ENGINE DECK NEUTRAL WIRE HARNESS GREEN INTERLOCK GREEN...
  • Page 64 LIMITED WARRANTY - COMMERCIAL EQUIPMENT Any part of the Scag commercial mower manufactured by Scag Power Equipment and found, in the reasonable judg- ment of Scag, to be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Service Dealer without charge for parts and labor during the periods specified below.
  • Page 65 (Piezas y mano de obra) (La garantía de dos años no incluye las conexiones, mangueras, las correas de transmisión). La reparación o el reemplazo de la bomba hidráulica o el motor hidráulico estarán sujetos a discreción de Scag Power Equipment.

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