Summary of Contents for Scag Power Equipment SRC-52D-37BV-EFI
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Slope Mower Model: SRC-52D-37BV-EFI Congratulations on owning a Scag RC Extreme Slope Mower! This manual contains the operating instructions and safety information for your Scag remote controlled mower. Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your machine performing at maximum efficiency.
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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 remote controlled mower. • DO NOT operate on slopes steeper than the mower is rated for. •...
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, BATTERY, 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 ....................4 2.4 TESTING THE SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM ..................5...
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CONTROL PANEL GROUP ...........................64 CONTROL PANEL GROUP ...........................66 ENGINE INSTALL GROUP ..........................68 DECK GUARD GROUP ..........................70 7.2 SCAG RC EXTREME SLOPE MOWER ELECTRICAL PRINTS ............73 GENERAL NOTES ............................73 CHARGER, 48VDC BATTERIES, 48VDC & 0VDC BUS ................74 ICE & ALTERNATOR ............................76 CONTROLLER CONTACTORS ........................77...
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Table of Contents TRACTION CONTROLLER #2 ........................80 RIGHT / REAR DECK CONTROLLER ......................81 FRONT / LEFT DECK CONTROLLER ......................83 TIMER MODULE .............................85 OPERATOR PANEL & RELAYS ........................86 RELAYS ................................88 FORT RECEIVER & VOLTAGE FILTER .......................89 LIGHTS, DIAGNOSTIC PLUG ........................90 DECK LIFT ACTUATORS, & WINCH CONNECTION .................91 LIMITED WARRANTY - RC MOWER ............INSIDE BACK COVER...
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use efficiency of your mower depends on you following the on this machine. Be aware that using attachments with the operating, maintenance, and adjustment instructions in mower may affect stability.
Section 1 1.4 SYMBOLS DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Disposal Deck Motor Drive Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Shock Hazard Off/Stop Recycle Charging From Alternator Thrown Object Hazard Charging From Wall Charger Spring Tension on Idler Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Pinch Point Cutting Element - Engage 481039S...
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 INTRODUCTION 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS 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.
Section 2 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION 14. Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine. CONSIDERATIONS 15. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders and pets before operating. Stop the machine if anyone enters WARNING the area.
DO NOT use the machine and contact operator/bystanders. Scag Engineering recommends your local Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer at least 15 feet when moving on flat ground and 50 immediately for repair of the safety interlock system.
Section 2 2.5 SAFE HANDLING AND USE OF WARNING BATTERIES DO NOT operate on steep slopes exceeding the DANGER rated maximum. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can back up the slope without the tracks slipping, To avoid personal injury or property damage, use reduce speed and use extreme caution.
Section 2 18. NEVER have two remotes that are paired with 31. DO NOT run the machine if the batteries are on the same machine on or usable at the same time. different firmware versions. Unpredictable or hazardous conditions are possible. 32.
Section 2 9. NEVER spray water on any electronic components . WARNING 10. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the machine. 11. Use care when checking blades. Use a Blade Buddy Be cautious when loading and unloading onto (P/N 92125), wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and trailers or trucks.
Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 BATTERY/ENGINE 48V Battery System: Battery Type ...........................Alliance I48-3.0 Lithium Ion Battery Voltage ............................... 48 Volt Total Battery Capacity..............................9 kWh Number of Batteries on Machine ............................. 3 Battery Fixed / Removable ..........................Removable Limp Mode ................................... Yes Charging Method ....................48 Volt Alternator, Optional Wall Charger 12V Battery System: Battery Type ..............................Lead-Acid Battery Voltage ...............................
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 2. PTO Switch (Figure 4-2). Used to engage and disengage the mower deck system. Pulling out on the switch with the remote engaged will allow the remote to engage the deck drive motors. Pushing in Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you the switch will disengage the deck drive motors.
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Rotate the valve clockwise to shut off the fuel supply use to tow other equipment or attach attachments to the engine. that are not approved by Scag Power Equipment. 7. Fuel Gage (Figure 4-1). Indicates the amount of fuel 15. Winch (Figure 4-1). Used to recover the machine in the fuel tank.
Scag Power Equipment logo briefly (See 26. Remote Power (Figure 4-3). Used to turn the Figure 4-5) then proceed to the main display screen (See remote on and off.
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Section 4 Figure 4-5. Scag Power Equipment Logo Screen Figure 4-7. Mower Display Menu Button Adjusting the brightness of the mower display screen. 1. Select the Brightness screen using the Menu button. 2. Use the positive (+) and negative (-) buttons on the screen to increase or decrease the display screen brightness to the desired setting.
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Section 4 Figure 4-9. Time & Date Screen Figure 4-11. Diagnostics Screen The information screen on the mower display will reference to see the operator's manual for mower information. See Figure 4-10. No other information will display on this screen. Figure 4-12.
If the safety interlock system does not operate as described below, DO NOT use the machine and contact your local Scag Power Equipment Dealer immediately for repair of the safety interlock system. 1. Engage the PTO switch to the ON (pulled out) position.
Section 4 6. Check Fuel and Oil systems for leaks at 8 and 20 Learn the operation on flat ground before operating hours. on slopes or around obstacles. 7. Change engine oil and oil filter after the first 50 Start practicing with a slow forward travel speed. hours of operation.
Section 4 4.8 ENGAGING THE DECK MOTORS To steer the mower right while traveling forward, pull the right joystick back. The further the joystick is pulled back, (CUTTER BLADES) the quicker the mower will turn right. 1. With the machine powered on and remote engaged, - NOTE - pull out the yellow PTO switch, located on the operator panel, to the engaged position.
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Section 4 13. Loss of traction may occur when traveling down hill. WARNING Weight transfers to the front of the machine and may cause the tracks to slip causing loss of braking or steering. DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck 14.
Section 4 -IMPORTANT- WARNING Do not use water, high pressure spray or direct the spray onto electrical components. Water will damage the electrical components. Reduce speed when turning, operating on slopes, 2. Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit fires and slick or wet surfaces.
Section 4 4.13 MOVING MOWER WITH THE 8. When cutting thick grass aggressively, manually turn on engine if battery SOC is below 75 percent and MACHINE SHUT OFF pay attention to battery SOC. If SOC drops below 30 percent while the alternator is running, attempt to To “free-wheel”...
Section 4 -NOTE- WARNING The charge time of the battery is affected by numerous factors, including battery amp-hour Only use with Scag approved chargers. capacity, depth of discharge, battery temperature, and battery age / usage. Unapproved chargers can result in battery failure, fire or explosion.
Section 4 5. The engine can be started manually to supply 12V 4. Check that the installation of the winch and its power to the winch using the remote. When you are connectors is correct and secure. prepared to use the winch, press and hold the "4" 5.
Section 4 3. The machine goes over its maximum allowable operating angle of 45 degrees. 4. The batteries are in a state where they would not be capable of accepting the regeneration current from a deck shutdown. This is most commonly associated with the batteries being at their thermal limits.
Section 5 ADJUSTMENTS 5.1 TRACK TENSION ADJUSTMENT WARNING NEVER work under a suspended machine or CAUTION component. Failure of the lifting method can cause serious injury or death due to crushing. Shut off the machine, remove the key, and press Never leave a suspended machine unattended.
2. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear deck correct the track tension, contact your local level links clockwise until the cutter deck is level Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer. between both sides. See Figure 5-2. 3. Tighten the two (2) elastic stop nuts to secure the 5.2 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS...
Note: Your local Scag authorized service center is best- Authorized Scag Power Equipment service center has the suited for completing all necessary maintenance and required tools to make the adjustment to recalibrate the repairs on the alternator, engine, and belt tensioner display readout to the actual cut height of the machine.
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Section 5 1. Loosen the set bolt until the tensioner assembly can freely rotate around the set bolt. See Figure 5-4. 2. Use a wrench on the tensioner nut to rotate the tensioner pulley against the belt until the top notch of the tensioner is aligned with the 3rd notch on the lower part of the assembly.
Section 6 MAINTENANCE 6.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERVICE INTERVALS HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS B R E A K - I N BREAK-IN 1000 (FIRST 10) (FIRST 50) Check all hardware for tightness Check batteries, battery terminals See paragraph 6.3 and cables Check engine oil tank, hoses, and connections for leaks Check alternator belt for tension...
DO NOT use the machine if the battery becomes wet or flooded with water. Contact an Authorized WARNING Scag Power Equipment Dealer for instructions. Only use with Scag approved chargers. Unapproved chargers can result in battery failure, fire or explosion. Before you use the charger,...
Inspect the batteries for damage. Do not use a battery if the and check again. If voltage remains present, casing is cracked, gashed, bulging, warped, or damaged. immediately contact an Authorized Scag Power Contact an Authorized Scag Power Equipment Dealer. Equipment Dealer. D. CLEANING AND STORING THE LITHIUM BATTERIES...
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Section 6 -NOTE- WARNING Incorrect storage can cause battery damage, permanent loss of battery capacity, or cause the Electric storage battery fluid contains sulfuric battery to be unserviceable. If a fully discharged acid which is POISON and can cause SEVERE battery is in storage, the battery will become CHEMICAL BURNS.
Section 6 Charging rates between 3 and 50 amperes are satisfactory 5. If a blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be if excessive gassing or spewing of electrolyte does not sharpened. Remove the blades for sharpening. See occur or the battery does not feel excessively hot (over "Blade Replacement."...
Section 6 C. BLADE REPLACEMENT - NOTE - Be sure that the blade is installed with the lift wing toward the top and that the spacer, blade, flat WARNING washer, and lock washer are in the correct order shown above. Mower blades are sharp.
Section 6 8. Carefully turn the machine on and use the remote 6.7 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM to rotate the drive motor until the half of the drive sprocket it is fully engaged with the track. Note: Use extreme caution when rotating the sprocket DANGER with the remote as to not rotate the other track on the machine.
Section 6 9. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing 1. Snap open the two clips securing the air cleaner immediately and wash affected skin. cover to the air cleaner box. Remove the air cleaner cover, clean the duckbill vent of any dust or debris 10.
Section 6 C. CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER After the first 50 hours of operation, replace the engine oil filter. Thereafter, replace the oil filter after every 500 hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. Refer to Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions. The engine oil filter is located under the oil fill cap on the oil tank (Figure 4-1).
Section 6 A. FUSE AND RELAY BOX 9. DCKEY & ACC Relay - Turns ON/OFF the front, left, right, and rear deck controller’s key switch circuit. The front, and rear LED work lights are also The fuse and relay box on the machine, located on the powered by this relay.
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Section 6 Figure 6-8. Fort Receiver Fuse 1. Fort Receiver 2A Fuse - Supplies 12VDC power to the Fort receiver (VSC). It is located in a SCAG single fuse cover zip tied to the main harness. Figure 6-9. 48V Relay and Contactor Fuses 1.
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Section 6 Figure 6-10. DCDC Converter Fuse 1. 48VDC/12VDC Voltage Converter 10A Fuse - Supplies 48VDC input power to the voltage converter.
Section 7 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 7.1 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 Scag Premium Lubricants Oil, 85W-140 Gearbox...
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Section 7 CONTROL PANEL GROUP Ref. No. Part No. Description 488047 Fort Antenna 488046-01 Fort Transmitter 488045-01 Fort Receiver 04142-01 Capscrew, Metric Flat HD HexSoc 04010-52 Machine Screw, #8-32 X 1.00 LG 488128 Timed Relay 487249 Shadow Box Assembly 48 to 12 Volt 488079 SMA 90 Adapter 481328...
Section 7 7.2 SCAG RC EXTREME SLOPE MOWER ELECTRICAL PRINTS GENERAL NOTES HARNESS WIRES • 18AWG IS STANDARD WIRE SIZE UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. • ALL WIRE COLORS ARE ORANGE UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE. • LASER ETCHING WILL INDICATE THE TERMINATION POINT ON EACH END OF THE WIRE.
Section 7 CHARGER, 48VDC BATTERIES, 48VDC & 0VDC BUS 120VAC 1PH / 60Hz 120V AC POWER CORD (SOLD SEPARATELY) 1500W DELTA Q CHARGER (SOLD SEPARATELY) BATTERY CHARGER 1 6 10 CHARGING PORT HARNESS DC CHARGER CORDSET (SOLD SEPARATELY) S_CANH CAN H CAN H S_0VDC CAN GROUND...
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Section 7 CHARGER, 48VDC BATTERIES, 48VDC & 0VDC BUS BATTERY CABLE FRONT 3KWH BATTERY +48V -48V RT_BATT_0V 1223 1220 10 PIN RIGHT ANGLE GRY/BLU COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR S_CANL S_CANH ABS_BATTERY BATTERY CABLE BATTERY CAN CABLE MIDDLE +48V 3KWH BATTERY -48V 10 PIN RIGHT ANGLE COMMUNICATION CONNECTOR BATTERY CABLE REAR...
Section 7 TRACTION CONTROLLER #1 TRACTION CONNECTOR TRACTION WHIP LEFT TRACTION CONTROLLER #1 BUSBAR MOTOR ENCODER/THERMISTOR LT_ENC CONNECTOR LEFT TRACTION MOTOR +5V(100mA) 5VDC 0VDC ENCA/SIN HALL A ENCODER HALL B ENCB/COS HALL C ENCC S512 HARNESS SPLICE THERMISTOR MOTOR TEMP THERMOCOUPLE DRIVER 2 BRAKE...
Section 7 TRACTION CONTROLLER #2 TRACTION CONNECTOR TRACTION WHIP RIGHT BATTERY CABLE TRACTION CONTROLLER #2 RT_ENC MOTOR ENCODER/THERMISTOR CONNECTOR MOTOR +5V(100mA) 5VDC RIGHT TRACTION 0VDC BUSBAR ENCA/SIN HALL A ENCODER HALL B ENCB/COS ENCC HALL C S612 HARNESS SPLICE THERMISTOR THERMOCOUPLE MOTOR TEMP BRAKE...
Section 7 OPERATOR PANEL & RELAYS 1200 1201 1202 1203 KNOB IS SHOWN IN THE DOWN POSITION 1204 1205 1206 S1105 1207 1208 1209 1210 KNOB IS SHOWN IN THE DOWN POSITION E_STOP 1211 1212 1348 1340 1213 1341 1349 1214 1215 1216...
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Section 7 OPERATOR PANEL & RELAYS ENG_CIRCUIT LOCATED IN SCAG DOUBLE FUSE COVER KEY_SW S200_1 1237 1319 HARNESS SPLICE RED/YEL S200 S210 1238 S211 S202 1239 1240 1241 1242 BATTERY POWER 1243 S202 S211 1244 1245 1246 1220 1222 1247 1248 RELAY LOCATED IN BRIC_MOD 1249...
Cutter decks are warranted against cracking for a period of one (1) year or 1,000 Hours (whichever comes first) (parts and labor) for commercial use. 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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