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FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT • Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your mower. • ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION. • DO NOT operate on steep slopes. • Always travel across slopes. •...
All information is based upon product information available at the time of approval for printing. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Parking Brake On/Start Off/Stop Falling Hazard Fast Continuously Variable - Linear Pinch Point 481039S Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours STT MODELS Seat must be installed under the seat hold down bracket during installation. Failure to secure the seat under the hold down bracket could result in serious injury or death in a roll over.
Section 2 INTRODUCTION Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or death. 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.
If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing including long pants.
Section 2 WARNING DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to remove clogged material after the engine has stopped running and the blades have stopped turning. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden hazards in the terrain.
Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, to ensure the machine is in safe working condition. Check blade mounting bolts frequently to be sure they are tight. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED WARNING ROTATING BLADES AND BELTS * Keep hands, feet & clothing clear * Keep all guards in place * Shut off engine & disengage blade clutch before servicing * Use caution in directing discharge * Read instruction manual before operating...
ENGINE General Type ...Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand ...Kawasaki Horsepower: (Scag Model SWZ36A-16KAI) ... 16 HP (Spec. # FH480V-BS24-R) (Scag Model SWZ36A-17KAI, SWZ48V-17KAI, SWZ52V-17KAI) ...17 HP (Spec.# FH541V-BS38-R) (Scag Model SWZ52V-19KAI, SWZ-19KAI) ...19 HP (Spec.# FH580V-BS34-R) (Scag Model SWZ-21KAE) ...21 HP (Spec. # FH641V-GS06-R) Cylinders ...2 with Cast-Iron Sleeves - Kawasaki Governor ...Mechanical Type with Variable Speed Control Set At 3600 RPM (+/- 100 RPM) Idle Speed:...
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. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls.
Section 4 Speed Control Lever (Figure 4-1). the forward speed. Neutral Latch (Figure 4-1). Used to secure the belt drive system in neutral. Apply neutral latches when parking the machine. Operator Pressence Control (Figure 4-1) The operator pressence control levers must be depressed before the transmission is shifted out of neutral or engaging the mower deck.
FORWARD TRAvEL To travel forward with the mower, release the parking brake, select the desired speed using the speed control lever, pull steering control levers upward, release the neutral latch for both sides and slowly release both the left and right steering control levers.
Section 4 HILLSIDE OPERATION WARNING DO NOT operate on steep slopes. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROvED OPERATION. This mower has been designed for good traction and stability under normal mowing conditions. However, caution must be used when traveling on slopes, especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and steering control.
4.11 MOvING MOWER WITH ENGINE STOPPED To “free-wheel” or move the mower around without the engine running, turn the dump valve levers located on the back of the pumps counter clockwise o the "freewheel" position and move the mower by hand. To operate the mower, the dump valves must be turned clockwise to the closed position.
Section 5 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...
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION U N E v E N C U T O N F L AT 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...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (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...
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Adjust the parking brake so that when the brake hand lever is against the stop on the handle bar, the brake levers on the brake shaft weldment are against the stops on the engine deck. CAUTION Adjust the brake only enough to hold the machine. Excessive force may cause damage to the machine or brake components.
Section 6 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT -NOTE- Before proceeding with this adjustment, be sure that the tire pressures are correct and the neutral adjustment and the steering control rod adjustment have been completed. With the machine on a flat level surface, start the engine, release the parking brake and place the speed control lever into the speed that will most often be used.
-NOTE- Due to initial belt stretch and to prevent the belt from slipping, check this adjustment after the first 2 hours, 4 hours and 8 hours of operation. Adjust the RH blade drive belt using a belt tension gauge. Adjust the belt so that the belt moves 1/2" with 10 pounds of pressure.
Section 6 BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjusting the blade height can be done by moving any number of the five smaller 1/4" spacers on the blade mounting bolts to the top of the spindle shaft or below the spindle shaft. -NOTE- All blades should be positioned equally.
Section 6 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 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.
MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS HOURS BREAK-IN 100 200 500 (FIRST 10) * Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extreme dusty or dirty conditions MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE Check all hardware for tightness C h e c k a l l b e l t s f o r p r o p e r alignment Check engine oil level *Clean mower...
Section 7 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM A. CHECKING HYDRAULIC OIL LEvEL The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, check the oil after every 200 hours of machine operation or monthly, whichever occurs first. - IMPORTANT - If the oil level is consistently low, check for leaks and correct immediately.
ENGINE OIL A. CHECKING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL LEvEL The engine oil level should be checked after every 8 hours of operation or daily as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual furnished with this mower. B. CHANGING ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL After the first 20 hours of operation, change the engine crankcase oil and replace the oil filter.
Section 7 ENGINE AIR CLEANER A. CLEANING AND/OR REPLACING AIR CLEANER ELEMENT For any air cleaner, the operating environment dictates the air cleaner service periods. Inspect and clean the air cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation or bi- weekly, whichever occurs first and replace the element if required.
Charging rates between 3 and 50 amperes are satisfactory if excessive gassing or spewing of electrolyte does not occur or the battery does not feel excessively hot (over 125°F). If spewing or gassing occurs or the temperature exceeds 125°F, the charging rate must be reduced or temporarily stopped to permit cooling.
Section 7 C. BLADE REPLACEMENT WARNING Always wear proper hand and eye protection when working with cutter blades. Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades. Remove the belt cover. Secure the cutter blades to prevent them from rotating, (use the optional Blade Buddy tool P/N 9212, to assist in securing the cutter blades), remove the blade attaching bolt.
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: • Mulch Plate (p/n 9258, 9286, 9287) •...
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Section 8 Ref. Part No. Description 481164 Cap, Oil Reservoir 461428 Oil Reservoir (With Fittings) 482266-01 Elbow, 9/16 O-Ring x 3/8" Hose 48811 Hose, 3/8" ID - 10-1/4" Long (Order By The Inch) 48811 Hose, 3/8" ID - 7" Long (Order By The Inch) 48603-06 O-Ring 483097...
Section 8 TRANSMISSION BLK W/RED STRIPE GREEN BLACK BLUE WHITE WHITE YELLOW RED W/YEL STRIPE INSTRUMENT CONNECTOR WIRE HARNESSES ENGINE DECK WIRING HARNESS KAWASAKI ELECTRIC START PART NUMBER: 483076 ENGINE GROUND WHITE BLACK W/RED STRIPE STARTER SOLENOID HANDLE WIRING HARNESS KAWASAKI ELECTRIC START PART NO.
Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED SPINNING BLADES KEEP CLEAR BLADE CONTACT & THROWN OBJECTS CAN INJURE MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS: 4,487,006 4,885,903 4,920,733...
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Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES 481423 FAST SPEED CONTROL SLOW NEUTRAL 482297 481124 Hea vy- Duty Comm e rcial 481971...
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Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Ref. Part No. Description 483405 Decal, Discharge Chute 48314 Decal, Scag Logo 483407 Decal, Danger-Spinning Blades 483406 Decal, Warning-Rotating Blades 483044 Decal, Patents 48404 Decal, Metalcraft - Made in USA 483441 Decal, Instrument Panel - Rear 483404 Decal, Sulky Attachment 483402...
Cutter decks are warranted against cracking for a period of three (3) years. (Parts and labor 1st and 2nd year; Parts only 3rd year.) The repair or replacement of the cutter deck will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment. We reserve the right to request components for evaluation.
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(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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OSHA OPERACIONES CUMPLA opere entrenamiento personal derrumba. borde encima pasa rueda volcarse podría máquina zanjas verticales, pendientes corra. camine—no asas Mantenga equilibrio. mantenga paradas arranques giros suavemente, máquina adicional distancia Permita húmedas superficies pendientes, girar cuidado tenga velocidad baje suba Nunca posible.
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EE.UU. IMPRESO 2007 ABRIL IMPRESO 03226 Nº PARTE INC. MAYVILLE, INCLUIDA. TODA MÁQUINA, INTERIOR. CUBIERTA ESTÁN MANUAL ESTE ESPECÍFICOS MODELOS MÁXIMA TRABAJANDO MANTENER PROCEDIMIENTOS AYUDAR PUEDE ESTE LECTURA SCAG. PARA SEGURIDAD OPERACIÓN CONTIENE MANUAL MODELO METALCRAFT EQUIPMENT POWER INFORMACIÓN OPERAR ANTES INDICADOS CUBIERTOS...
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