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WARNING FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • 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. •...
Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ...................1 1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................1 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE .........................1 1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS ............1 1.4 SYMBOLS ..............................2 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................3 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ............................3 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ....................3 2.4 TESTING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM ..................4...
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Table of Contents SECTION 5 - TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS ..........23 SECTION 6 - ADJUSTMENTS ....................27 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT ......................27 6.2 TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT...........................27 6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOKE ADJUSTMENTS ...............29 6.4 BELT ADJUSTMENTS ..........................29 6.5 BELT ALIGNMENT ...........................29 6.6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS ......................29 6.7 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT ......................33 6.8 OPERATOR CUSHION AND REAR COVER REMOVAL ..............34 6.9 ADJUSTING THE OPERATOR SUSPENSION PLATFORM ..............
Your mower was built to the highest standards in the Attachments and accessories manufactured by industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not efficiency of your mower depends on you following the approved for use on this machine. See Section 8. Be...
Section 1 1.4 SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Falling Hazard Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Pinch Point Cutting Element - Engage 481039S Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage...
A replacement manual is available from your Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer or by contacting Scag CAUTION Power Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152, Mayville, WI 53050 or contact us via the Internet at www.
Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately to 11. Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel have the safety interlock system repaired.
Section 2 2. Stand on the operator platform in the operating 6. When using any attachment, never direct the position, place the steering control levers in the discharge of material toward bystanders or allow neutral position, disengage the parking brake, and anyone near the machine while in operation.
Section 2 CAUTION Do not touch the engine or the muffler while the engine is running or immediately after stopping. These areas may be hot enough to cause a burn. TIE DOWN POINT DANGER TIE DOWN POINT DO NOT run the engine inside a building or a confined area without proper ventilation.
8. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the If you need service on your hydraulic system, machine. please see your Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer. 9. Use care when checking blades. Use a Blade Buddy, wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and USE 13.
Section 2 2.9 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483402 483407 483405 Avoid injury from burns - Shut off engine - Allow to cool several minutes - Remove cap slowly - Do not over fill 484281 483406 WARNING WARNING Operation of this equipment Avoid injury from burns may create sparks that can - Shut off engine...
Section 3 Travel Speed: Forward ............................0 up to 11.5 MPH Reverse .............................. 0 up to 5.0 MPH -NOTE- The machine will travel at speeds up to 12.0 mph for transport purposes. For best cutting performance the forward travel speed should be adjusted depending upon the cutting conditions. 3.4 CUTTER DECK Type ........................Out-Front design with anti-scalp rollers Construction ..........................
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Voltmeter Indicator (Figure 4-1). Indicates the WARNING condition of the charging system. When the engine is running, in normal operating conditions, the bar graph should be in the 12 to 14 volt range. Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you 6.
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Section 4 SERVICE AIR OIL PRESSURE FILTER INDICATOR INDICATOR WATER TEMPERATURE GLOW PLUG SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE VOLTMETER INDICATOR INDICATOR OPERATOR INDICATOR NEUTRAL INDICATOR INDICATOR HOUR METER INDICATOR Figure 4-1. Tiger Eye Advanced Monitoring System...
11. Fuel Tank Gauge (Figure 4-2). Indicates the on the engine, the light will flash a code.See your amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer for diagnosis and repair. 12. Fuse Holders (Figure 4-2). Two 20-amp fuses protect the mower’s electrical system.
2 hours before does not operate as described below, contact your local preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after. Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately to Automatically resets have the safety interlock system repaired. 14. Fuel Shutoff Valve (Figure 4-2). Located on top of the fuel tanks.
Section 4 4.5 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES 4.7 GROUND TRAVEL AND STEERING FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS - IMPORTANT - If you are not familiar with the operation of a 1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 machine with lever steering and/or hydrostatic and 8 hours.
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Section 4 To steer the mower to the right while traveling forward, allow the right steering control lever to move back toward the neutral position. The further the steering Forward Travel control is allowed to move back, the quicker the mower will turn right.
Section 4 - NOTE - CAUTION The mower may not travel straight in reverse. Slight adjustments may need to be made using the steering controls. Before backing up, observe behind the mower for persons and obstructions. Clear the area before To steer left while traveling in reverse, allow the left backing up.
Section 4 4.12 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL 5. Loss of traction may occur when traveling down hill. Weight transfers to the front of the machine and may cause the drive wheels to slip causing loss of braking or steering. DANGER 6. Never back down a hill. 7.
Section 4 3. Cut grass when it is dry and not too tall. Do not cut 1. Disengage the power to the cutter blades. grass too short (cut off 1/3 or less of existing grass 2. Pull the cutter deck lift lever all the way backward for best appearance).
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Section 4 3”- 6” CUTTING LIMIT PIN HEIGHT 2”- 5” CUTTING HEIGHT Figure 4-8. Deck Height Range Adjustment Pin Figure 4-10. Deck Drive Belt Pulley 4. Remove belt guard from the cutter deck. 8. Apply tension to the deck drive belt. 5.
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION CAUSE CURE STRINGERS - OCCASIONAL Low engine RPM Run engine at full RPM BLADES OF UNCUT GRASS Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out Dull blades, incorrect sharpening Sharpen blades Deck plugged, grass accumulation...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE U N E V E N C U T O N F L AT Lift worn from blade Replace blade GROUND - WAVY HIGH-LOW APPEARANCE, SCALLOPED Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward ground CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck...
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Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE SCALPING - BLADES HITTING Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures D I R T O R C U T T I N G V E RY CLOSE TO THE GROUND Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions May need to reduce ground speed, raise...
, p l e a s e c o n t a c t y o u r Neutral has been set by your Authorized Scag Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer. Power Equipment Dealer at the time of set up and normally does not need to be adjusted.
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Section 6 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT 1. Be sure the dump valves are in the run position and the steering control levers are in the neutral position. 2. With an operator in the operating position, park the CAUTION machine on a flat level surface, start the engine and disengage the parking brake.
Before proceeding with the cutter deck adjustments, be sure all tires are properly inflated. These adjustments must be performed by your Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer to ensure proper and CUTTER DECK LEVEL efficient running of the engine. Should either need...
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Section 6 2. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear deck level links clockwise until the cutter deck is level between both sides. See Figure 6-3. 3. Tighten the two (2) elastic stop nuts to secure the cutter deck in the proper position. CUTTER DECK PITCH The pitch of the cutter deck should be equal between LOOSEN HERE...
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Section 6 A. Loosen the elastic stop nuts securing the deck WARNING level links on the front and rear of the cutter deck. See Figure 6-7. Always wear proper hand and eye protection B. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear either when working with cutter blades.
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Section 6 CUSTOM-CUT BAFFLE ADJUSTMENT To adjust the Custom-Cut Baffle height: 1. Park the machine on a flat surface, apply the parking The Custom-Cut Baffle is designed to deliver optimum brake, shut off the engine and remove the key. airflow and superior cutting performance in any type of grass.
Section 6 6.7 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENT NUTS 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.
Section 6 6.8 OPERATOR CUSHION AND REAR COVER REMOVAL The operator cushion and rear cover can be easily removed to gain access to the machine for maintenance. WARNING Before removing any guards, shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work.
Section 7 B. CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL 7.12 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The hydraulic oil should be changed after every 500 hours or annually, whichever occurs first. The oil should also be A. CHECKING HYDRAULIC OIL LEVEL changed if the color of the fluid has become black or milky. A black color and/or a rancid odor usually indicates possible overheating of the oil, and a milky color usually indicates The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 8...
Section 7 C. CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER ELEMENT ENGINE OIL The hydraulic oil filter should be changed after every 500 FILLER & DIPSTICK hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. 1. Remove the oil filter element. See Figure 7-3. Properly discard the oil filter element.
Section 7 7.14 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM 3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool before fueling. DANGER 4. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. 5. DO NOT start the engine until any spilled fuel has To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower been cleaned up or has evaporated.
Section 7 3. Clean or replace the air cleaner as recommended by the engine manufacturer. Replace the air cleaner cover and secure. FUEL FILTER LOCATION 4. Replace the air filter cover and be sure to snap the two clips closed. 7.16 BATTERY - ELECTRIC START MODELS WARNING...
- NOTE - A. CHARGING THE BATTERY If you experience frequent belt wear or breakage, see your Authorized Scag Power Equipment Refer to the battery charger’s manual for specific Dealer for belt adjustment. instructions. WARNING Under normal conditions the engine’s alternator will have...
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The cutter blades should be balanced to 1-1/2 oz-in. See your Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer WARNING for blade balancing or special tools, if you choose to balance your own blades.
Section 7 7.19 TIRES CAUTION Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation or daily. Inspect the cutter blade spacer(s) and washer for wear and/or cupping. Replace the worn parts. Caster Wheels Flat-Free Drive Wheels 12 PSI Worn spacer(s) and/or washer will not allow proper tightening of the cutter blade and can lead 7.20 BODY AND DECK to cutter blade failure, personal injury or property...
Section 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 8.1 SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES. Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine. Scag approved attachments and accessories: Accessories Grass Catchers GC-F4 (fabric grass catcher)
Section 8 SVRXL ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC - ELECTRIC START MODELS (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend ON (UP) DOWN (OFF) Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A B + L + A START B + L + S SWITCH...
Section 8 SVRXL - KAWASAKI 38FX EFI ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend Position Key Switch Legend ON (UP) G + M + A B + L + A START B + L + S DOWN (OFF)
Section 8 SVRXL - Briggs & Stratton 40BV EFI ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC (shown with Key Off, PTO Off, Park Brake Applied, OPC Disengaged) Position PTO Switch Legend ON (UP) Position Key Switch Legend G + M + A B + L + A DOWN (OFF) START B + L + S...
Cutter decks are warrantied 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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