Maintenance And Storage - Scag Power Equipment SW Operator's Manual

9. Always park the mower and/or start the engine on a
level surface.
10. If the cutting blades should strike a solid object or
the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Check the machine
for damaged or defective parts. Repair any damage
before starting the engine or operating the cutter
deck. Be sure the blades are in good condition and
the blade bolts are tight.
11. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss
of control. Be especially cautious when changing
directions on slopes.
WARNING:
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a
slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck
down). If the machine can back up the slope
without the wheels slipping, reduce speed and
use extreme caution. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA
APPROVED OPERATION.
12. Do not touch the engine or muffler while the engine
is running or soon after it is stopped. These areas
could be hot enough to cause a burn.
13. Before leaving the operator's position or leaving the
mower unattended, shift the transmission into
neutral, place the neutral latches in the neutral lock
position, and move the blade engagement switch to
OFF. Shut the engine OFF and remove the key.
14. Do not pass or stand on the grass discharge side of
any mower with the engine running. Stop operation
when another person approaches.
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED
RIDING ATTACHMENTS
WARNING
FALLING HAZARD
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL
15. Use only Scag approved attachments and accessories.
Scag Approved Attachments:
GC-F4
GC-4D
Scag Approved Accessories:
Mulch Master
Adjust-A-Grip
Turbo Baffle
Cup Holder
Using unapproved attachments, (especially "stand-up"
riding attachments) may be hazardous.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Allow only trained personnel to service the machine.
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug
to prevent accidental starting of the engine when
servicing, adjusting or storing the machine.
2. If the mower must be tipped to perform mainte-
nance or adjustment, remove the battery, drain the
gasoline from the fuel tank and the oil from the
crankcase.
3. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine free
of excessive grease, grass, leaves and accumulations
of dirt.
4. Be sure the machine is in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check the
blade mounting bolts and nuts frequently to be sure
they are tight.
5. If the engine must be running to perform a mainte-
nance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing and
other parts of the body away from the cutter deck
blades and other moving parts.
6. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor
settings. To be sure of safety and accuracy, have an
authorized dealer check maximum engine speed with
a tachometer.
7. The engine must be shut off before checking the oil
or adding oil to the crankcase.
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