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Scag Power Equipment GC-SZL Operator's Manual
Scag Power Equipment GC-SZL Operator's Manual

Scag Power Equipment GC-SZL Operator's Manual

Fabric 2-bag grass catcher

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This manual contains the operating instructions and safety information for your
Scag mower accessory. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance
in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your mower accessory
performing to maximum efficiency. The specific models that this book covers
are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your machine, please read all
the information enclosed.
© 2018
Scag Power Equipment
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
FABRIC 2-BAG
GRASS CATCHER
Model:
GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ
PART NO. 03438
PRINTED 9/2018
PRINTED IN USA

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  • Page 1 The specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your machine, please read all the information enclosed. © 2018 PART NO. 03438 Scag Power Equipment PRINTED 9/2018 Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. PRINTED IN USA...
  • Page 2 CONCERN, PRUDENCE, AND PROPER TRAINING OF THE PERSONNEL INVOLVED IN THE OPERATION, TRANSPORT, MAINTENANCE, AND STORAGE OF THE EQUIPMENT. This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ with a serial number of P3100001 to P3199999 Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number tag when referring to this product.
  • Page 3: General Information

    Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION A replacement manual is available from your authorized Scag Service Dealer or by contacting: Scag Power This manual has been prepared to provide the Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, information you need to correctly assemble, operate, and WI 53050.
  • Page 4 Section 2 2.1 DISCHARGE CHUTE AND CUTTER 3. Block the rear wheels and apply the parking brake to prevent the machine from moving. Lift the front of BLADE REMOVAL machine for easy and safe access to the underside of the cutter deck. Remove the ignition key and - NOTE - disconnect the positive and negative battery cables.
  • Page 5 Section 2 4. Install the new grass catcher boot mounting bracket 2.2 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - SZL36 / (p/n 424915) supplied with the SZL36 / SFZ36 SFZ36 CUTTER DECK COMPONENTS Installation Kit onto the boot assembly. Secure using the original hardware that was removed in the 1.
  • Page 6 Section 2 2. Tighten the hardware. WARNING 3. Install the right side cutter deck baffle supplied in the grass catcher Installation Kit as shown in Figure 2-9. Secure using (2) 3/8-16 x 1" carriage bolts, (2) 3/8" Blades have a sharp edge. Wear proper eye flatwashers and (2) 3/8-16 elastic stop nuts.
  • Page 7 Section 2 2. Install the left and right side grass catcher mounting brackets to the rear of the machine. Secure using (4) WARNING 3/8-16 x 1" hex head bolts and (4) 3/8-16 serrated flange nuts. See Figure 2-13 for SZL36 and Figure 2-14 for all other models.
  • Page 8 Section 2 5. Install the adapter to the hose and secure with (1) 3. Tighten the hardware. 8-5/8" clamp included with this grass catcher. See 4. Install the left and right side upright mounting tubes Figure 2-16. to the grass catcher hood assembly. Secure using (4) 3/8-16 x 2-1/4"...
  • Page 9 Section 2 SNAP PIN SNAP PIN Figure 2-17. SFZ / SFZP / SPZ Hood Assembly Installation SNAP PIN SNAP PIN Figure 2-18. SZL / SFZ / SPZ Hopper Mounting Holes...
  • Page 10 Section 2 7. Install the hose to the hood assembly and secure 2.5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - FRONT with (1) 8-5/8" clamp included with this grass WEIGHT COMPONENTS catcher. See Figure 2-19. 1. For SFZP and SPZ units, remove the front (2) -NOTE- serrated flange nuts securing the foot plate to the machine.
  • Page 11 Section 2 1/2” FLATWASHER 1/2-13 x 1-1/4” 1/2-13 SERRATED FLANGE NUT 1/2” FLATWASHER 1/2-13 x 1-1/4” WEIGHT ASSEMBLY (2X) Figure 2-21. SFZ / SFZP / SPZ Front Weight Bar Installation 1/2” FLATWASHER 1/2-13 x 1-1/4” 1/2-13 SERRATED FLANGE NUT 1/2” FLATWASHER 1/2-13 x 1-1/4”...
  • Page 12 Section 3 3.1 GRASS CATCHER REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS Prepare the machine so there is easy and safe access to the work area. Park the machine on a flat, level surface and apply the parking brake. Remove the ignition key and disconnect the positive and negative cables from the battery.
  • Page 13 Section 3 HIGH LIFT REINSTALL MOUNTING HARDWARE CUTTER BLADE CROSS CUTTER BLADE FLATWASHER LOCKWASHER 5/8-11 x 1-1/2" BOLT Figure 3-5. Reinstalling the Discharge Chute TORQUE TO 75 FT/LBS 8. Lower the machine. 9. Remove the weights from the weight support bar. Figure 3-3.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Section 4 MAINTENANCE 4.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS HOURS Break-In 8 20 40 100 200 500 Procedure Comments (First 10) Check all hardware for tightness Inspect hose and adapter Inspect fabric bags *Check screen in hopper Remove debris from screen Inspect hose and adapter Inspect fabric bags * Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extreme dusty or dirty conditions.
  • Page 15: Scag Approved Attachments And Accessories

    Section 5 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 4.1 SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine.
  • Page 16 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ HOOD AND DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY SZL POST MOUTING HOLES SZL POST MOUTING HOLES...
  • Page 17 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ HOOD AND DISCHARGE ASSEMBLY Part No. Description Part No. Description 04040-04 Flatwasher, 5/16-.344 x .688 x .065 462782 Hood Assembly (incl. screen & seal) 04001-14 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1" 482409 Latch 04010-25 Screw, #10-32 x 3/4"...
  • Page 18 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ BAG SUPPORT COMPONENTS...
  • Page 19 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ BAG SUPPORT COMPONENTS Ref. No. Part No. Description 04090-02 Pop Rivet, 3/16 x .652 483589 Seal, GC Hood 424753 Retainer, Seal 04021-02 Nut, Center Lock 1/4-20 04021-10 Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18 462966 Bag Assembly 451959 Frame Weldment, Bag Support 04001-01 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4"...
  • Page 20 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ CUTTER DECK AND FRONT WEIGHT COMPONENTS...
  • Page 21 Section 5 GC-SZL/SFZ/SPZ CUTTER DECK AND FRONT WEIGHT COMPONENTS Ref. No. Part No. Description 04003-12 Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4" 424743 Baffle, LH - 48" Deck 424745 Baffle, LH - 52" Deck 425267 Baffle, LH - 61" Deck 481711 Cutter Blade, High Lift (36" Deck) 481710 Cutter Blade, High Lift (48"...
  • Page 22 Section 5 GC DECALS Molded In 483039 Molded In Molded In...
  • Page 23 This warranty does not cover engines and electric starters, which are warranted separately by their manufacturer. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to change or improve the design of any accessory without assuming any obligation to modify any accessory previously manufactured.

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