Testing The Blade Stop System - Scag Power Equipment SFC-21-5CV Operator's Manual

Section 2
7. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English, it is the
owner's responsibility to explain this material to them. A Spanish
decal kit is available for this model. See your local Scag Dealer.
8. 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 and substantial slip-resistant
footwear. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and a helmet
is advisable and is required by some local ordinances and
insurance regulations.
WARNING
Always wear hearing protection. Operating this
machine over prolonged periods of time can
cause loss of hearing.
9. Keep the machine and attachments in good operating condition.
Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a shield, safety
device or decal is defective or damaged, repair or replace it
before operating the machine.
10. Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel tank outdoors.
Never fill it indoors. Use a funnel or spout to prevent spillage.
Clean up any spillage before starting the engine.
11. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow the engine to
cool for several minutes before adding fuel. Never fuel indoors
or inside enclosed trailers.
12. DO NOT start the engine until any spilled fuel has been cleaned
up or has evaporated.
13. Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches, etc.), open flames
and sparks away from the fuel tank and fuel container. Use only
approved containers.
14. See Section 7.3 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM for fueling procedure.
15. Equipment must comply with the latest requirements per SAE
J137 and/or ANSI/ASAE S279 when driven on public roads.
16. Do not operate without the discharge plug installed or with the
grass catcher installed.
17. Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper
tightness.

2.4 TESTING THE BLADE STOP SYSTEM

The blade stop system should be tested each time before using the
machine. Check that the blade stops within 3 seconds of releasing the
control bar as described below.
-IMPORTANT-
If the blade does not stop within 3 seconds of
releasing the control bar, contact your local
Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer
immediately to have the blade stop system
repaired.
TEST USING THE GRASS BAG
1. Remove the rear discharge plug.
2. Install the empty grass bag onto the rear of the machine.
3. Start the engine. Allow the engine to warm up before engaging
the blade.
4. Engage the blade.
The bag should begin to inflate, indicating that the
blade is rotating.
5. Watch the bag and release the control bar.
6. Immediately start counting out 3 seconds and watch for the bag
to deflate.
If the bag does not deflate within 3 seconds of
releasing the control bar, the blade stop system
could be deteriorating or out of adjustment. Contact
your local Authorized Scag Power Equipment
Dealer immediately to have the blade stop system
repaired.
7. Shut the engine off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
TEST NOT USING THE GRASS BAG
1. Remove the grass bag.
2. Install the rear discharge plug.
3. Move the machine onto a paved surface such as a driveway,
sidewalk, parking lot or patio next to a section of grass.
4. Position the machine next to a patch of grass and approximately
3" away. See Figure 2-1.
5. Start the engine. Allow the engine to warm up before engaging
the blade.
6. Engage the blade.
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