Controls Identification; Safety Interlock System - Scag Power Equipment V-Ride II Operator's Manual

Section 4

4.2 CONTROLS IDENTIFICATION

1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-2). For electric start
models, the ignition switch is used to start the engine
and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START. For
recoil start models, turn the key to the on position
before pulling the recoil starter.
2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-2). Used to engage
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 4-2). Used to start a
cold engine.
4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-2). Used to
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. Check Engine Light (Figure 4-2). Indicates the
operation of the engine sensors on the Fuel Injection
Engines (EFI). If a problem occurs with a sensor
on the engine, the light will flash a code.See your
authorized Scag Dealer for diagnosis and repair.
6. Left Steering Control (Figure 4-2). Used to control
the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or
reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details regarding
the mower's travel controls.
7. Right Steering Control (Figure 4-2). Used to
control the mower's right wheel when traveling
forward or reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details
regarding the mower's travel controls.
8. Parking Brake Control (Figure 4-2). Used to
engage and disengage the parking brakes and lock
the steering handles in neutral. Pull the lever back to
engage the parking brakes. Push the lever forward
to disengage the parking brakes.
9. Deck Lift Lever (Figure 4-2). Used to raise and
lower the cutter deck.
10. Cutting Height Adjustment (Figure 4-2). Used to
set the cutter deck at the desired cutting height.
11. Fuel Tank Gauge (Figure 4-2). Indicates the amount
of fuel in the fuel tank.
12. Fuse Holders (Figure 4-2). Two 20-amp fuses
protect the mower's electrical system. To replace
fuses, pull fuse out of the socket and install a new
fuse.
13. Hourmeter (Figure 4-2) SVRII-36A Only. 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 continue flashing until 2 hours after.
Automatically resets
14. Fuel Shutoff Valve (Figure 4-2). Located on top
of the fuel tank. Used to shut off fuel supply to the
engine. Rotate the valve counter clockwise to supply
fuel from the tank to the engine. Rotate the valve
clockwise to shut off the fuel supply to the engine.
15. Dump Valve Controls (Figure 4-3). Located on the
hydraulic pumps, used to "free-wheel" the mower.
Rotating clockwise until they stop allows the unit
to move under hydraulic power. The levers must
be in this position and torqued to 7-10 lb-ft during
operation of the mower. Rotating counter-clockwise
allows the mower to be moved by hand (free-
wheeling). See Figure 4-3.
DUMP VALVE
Figure 4-3. Dump Valve Controls

4.3 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM

The mower is equipped with a safety interlock system
intended to protect the operator and others from injury.
This is accomplished by preventing the engine from
starting unless the deck drive is disengaged, the parking
brake is engaged, the steering control levers are in
the neutral position and the operator is in the operator
position. The interlock system shuts off the engine if the
operator leaves the operator platform with the steering
control levers not in the neutral position and/or the cutter
blades engaged and the parking brake not engaged.
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