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WARNING: REMEMBER - YOUR MOWER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR! Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.
Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE 1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS Serial Plate SCR 2K SPL Figure 1-1 Tractor Serial Number Plate Location...
Section 2 WARNING: This machine is equipped with an interlock system intended to protect the operator and others from injury. This is accomplished by preventing the engine from starting unless the operator is seated in the seat, the deck drive is disengaged, and the speed control is placed in the neutral position with the parking brake applied.
Section 2 2.6 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS DANGER SPINNING BLADE KEEP CLEAR CONTACT CAN INJURE WARNING ROTATING BLADES AND BELTS KEEP HANDS, FEET & CLOTHING CLEAR KEEP ALL GUARDS IN PLACE SHUT OFF ENGINE & DISENGAGE BLADE CLUTCH BEFORE SERVICING CLEAR AREA OF DEBRIS BEFORE MOWING USE CAUTION IN DIRECTING DISCHARGE KEEP BYSTANDERS, CHILDREN &...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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 Left Steering Control Cutter Deck Lift Lock Engine Choke Control...
WARNING: Never operate the mower with the interlock system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself and others or property damage could result. 4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours) 4.4 STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION: DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS.
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Section 4 Forward Travel Figure 4-4 Hands On Controls Reverse Travel Before backing up, observe the rear for persons and obstructions. Clear the area before backing up. Possible injury or property damage could occur. 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.
Section 4 4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION WARNING: To minimize the possibility of overturning, the least dangerous method of operating on hills and terraces is to travel vertically up and down the slope, not horizontally along the slope. Avoid any 4.6 ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE (CUTTER unnecessary turns and travel at reduced speed.
Section 4 Figure 4-7 Improper Operation on a Slope 4.8 PARKING THE MOWER 4.9 AFTER OPERATION 4.10 HOPPER, MULCH or SIDE DISCHARGE OPERATION SCR 2K IOS Figure 4-8 Blower Belt Release Side Discharge Shutoff Baffle Figure 4-9 Baffles for Rear Discharge Blower Belt Blower Belt Release Pedal...
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Grass Catching Operation CAUTION: Never leave grass clippings in the hopper after mowing. Wet or damp clippings will generate heat as they decompose which may cause spontaneous combustion to occur. WARNING: Never operate the grass catcher with the hopper back door open. Objects can be thrown out the spout of the hopper with a force that can cause injury to bystanders or property damage.
Section 4 Side Discharge Operation CAUTION: The side discharge deck can throw objects with great force. Do not stand in front of discharge chute when the cutter deck is engaged. Keep bystanders clear from the area while mowing. Rear Dicharge Shutoff Baffle Side Discharge Chute...
4.12 MOVING MOWER WITH ENGINE STOPPED 4.13 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING 4.14 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT WARNING: Do not adjust the cutting height with the mower blades rotating. Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Bodily injury could occur from the rotating blades.
Section 4 4.15 TILTING THE CUTTER DECK WARNING: Do not tilt the mower deck with the mower blades rotating. Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Bodily injury could occur from the rotating blades. Deck Locking Figure 4-15 Deck Locking Pin Locking Pin Hole SCR 2K DLP...
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION Stringers - Occasional Blades of Uncut Grass Width of Deck SGB020 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass in Cutting Path Width of Deck SGB018 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass Between Cutting Paths Width Width Deck Deck SGB019 CAUSE...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CONDITION Uneven Cut on Flat Ground - Wavy High-Low Appearance, Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Width of Deck SGB020 Uneven Cut on Uneven Ground - Wavy Appearance, High-Low Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Width of Deck SGB021 Sloping Ridge Across Width of Cutting Path...
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TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CONDITION Scalping - Blades Hitting Dirt or Cutting Very Close to the Ground Width of Deck SGB022 Step Cut - Ridge in Center of Cutting path Width of Deck SGB024 Slope Cut - Sloping Ridges Across Width of Cutting Path Width of Deck SGB025 CAUSE...
Section 6 ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is not operable. Possible severe injury could result. 1/8" Figure 6-1 Brake Switch Figure 6-2 Brake Switch Adjustment Brake Switch SCR 2K BSA Park Brake Control Park Brake Control Rod SCR 2K BLA...
1/16" Spring Housing Figure 6-3 Brake Actuator Rod Assembly 6.2 TRAVEL ADJUSTMENTS Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work. The engine and drive unit can get hot during operation causing burn injuries.
Section 6 6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOKE ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Before removing any guards, shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. 6.4 BELT ADJUSTMENT 6.5 BELT ALIGNMENT 6.6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not adjust the cutting height with the cutter blades rotating.
Engine Oil Filler Cap SCR 2K FCDS Figure 7-3 Engine Fill Cap and Dip Stick B. Changing Engine Crankcase Oil Engine Oil Drain Plug SCR 2K EODP Figure 7-4 Engine Oil Drain Plug C. Changing Engine Oil Filter 7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling.
Section 7 Fuel Shutoff Valve Fuel Filter Figure 7-6 Fuel Shutoff and Fuel Filter 7.6 ENGINE AIR CLEANER A. Cleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Element 7.7 BATTERY A. Checking Electrolyte Level and Cleaning Battery SCR 2K FSFF WARNING: Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and explosive gases.
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WARNING: BATTERY ELECTROLYTE FIRST AID EXTERNAL CONTACT — Flush with water. EYES — Flush with water for at least 15 minutes medical immediately. INTERNAL — Drink large quantities of water. Follow with Milk Of Magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 7 7.8 DRIVE BELTS 7.9 CUTTER BLADES A. Blade Inspection WARNING: Never operate the cutter blades with the deck in the raised position because it is hazardous and damage to mower will result. WARNING: Do not attempt to straighten a bent blade, and never weld a broken or cracked blade.
FLUID LEVEL Figure 7-13 Fluid Level B. Changing Lubricant 7.14 BODY, DECK, HOPPER AND UPHOLSTERY CAUTION: Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it is hot. Do not wash the engine; use compressed air. SCR 2K DS Section 7...
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