Operation Considerations - Scag Power Equipment SWZU36A-15KA Operator's Manual

OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

1. Know the function of all controls and how to stop
quickly.
2. Start the engine when the neutral latches are in the
neutral lock position, the cutter blades are disen-
gaged, the parking brake is on and the speed adjust-
ment lever is in the neutral position.
3. Be sure the interlock switches are functioning
correctly.
4. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent
loss of control:
A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Do not drive close to a drop-off, ditch, creek
bank, or other hazard.
D. Reduce speed when making sharp turns and
when turning on hillsides.
E. Always be sure of your footing. Keep a firm
hold on the handles and walk---never run.
F. Do not operate where conditions are slippery
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope,
attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If
the machine can back up the slope without the
wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme
caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED
OPERATION.
5. Disengage power to the cutter deck before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after observation of the
entire area behind the mower.
6. Disengage power to the cutter deck before crossing
roads, walks or gravel drives.
7. Shut the engine off and wait until the blades come to
a complete stop before removing the grass catcher
container.
8. Never raise the cutter deck while the blades are
rotating.
ROTATING BLADES
NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE
CHUTE FOR ANY REASON!
9. DO NOT operate without the side discharge chute
installed and in the down position.
10. DO NOT direct the discharge of material toward
bystanders or allow anyone near the machine while
in operation.
11. If the cutting blades should strike a solid object or the
equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble. Check the machine for damaged
or defective parts. Repair any damage before
starting the engine or operating the cutter deck. Be
sure the blades are in good condition and the blade
bolts are tight.
12. Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended, such as disengaging the mower,
setting the parking brake, stopping the engine, and
removing the key.
13. DO NOT touch the engine or the muffler while the
engine is running or immediately after stopping.
These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn.
14. DO NOT run the engine inside a building or a
confined area without proper ventilation. Exhaust
fumes are hazardous and could cause death.
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