Page 2
WARNING: REMEMBER - YOUR MOWER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR! 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.
Page 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Section 1 - General Information Section 2 - Safety Information Section 3 - Specifications ....................... Section 4 - Operating Instructions Section 5 - Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions..............
Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 INTRODUCTION 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE 1.3 SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS Serial Plate SCR 2K SPL Figure 1-1 Tractor Serial Number Plate Location...
Page 6
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION 48071S WARNING FALLING HAZARD USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED RIDING ATTACHMENTS SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109...
Page 7
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION 481039S...
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 INTRODUCTION WARNING: CAUTION: 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS...
Page 9
Section 2 -NOTE- WARNING: This machine is equipped with an interlock system 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS intended to protect the operator and others from injury. This is accomplished by preventing the engine from starting unless the operator is seated in the seat, the deck drive is disengaged, and the speed control is placed in the neutral position with the parking brake applied.
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate this mower. 4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION Left Steering Control Cutter Deck Right Steering...
Page 15
Section 4 Right Left Dump Dump Valve Valve SCR 2K DVL Figure 4-2 Dump Valves Location Blower Belt Blower Belt Release Pedal SCR 2K BBR Figure 4-3 Blower Belt Release 4.2 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM...
Page 16
Section 4 WARNING: Never operate the mower with the interlock system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not disengage or bypass any switch; injury to yourself and others or property damage could result. 4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First Day of Use or Approximately 10 Hours) 4.5 GROUND TRAVEL AND STEERING 4.4 STARTING THE ENGINE CAUTION:...
Page 17
Section 4 Forward Travel Reverse Travel CAUTION: Before backing up, observe the rear for persons and obstructions. Clear the area before backing up. Possible injury or property damage could occur. CAUTION: Disengage power to the mower before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after observation of the entire area behind the mower.
Page 18
Section 4 4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION WARNING: To minimize the possibility of overturning, the least dangerous method of operating on hills and terraces is to travel vertically up and down the slope, not horizontally along the slope. Avoid any 4.6 ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE (CUTTER unnecessary turns and travel at reduced speed.
Page 19
Section 4 4.10 HOPPER, MULCH or SIDE DISCHARGE OPERATION SCR 2K IOS Figure 4-7 Improper Operation on a Slope 4.8 PARKING THE MOWER Blower Belt Blower Belt Release Pedal 4.9 AFTER OPERATION SCR 2K BBR Figure 4-8 Blower Belt Release Rear Discharge Baffle SCR 2K RD...
Page 20
Section 4 Grass Catching Operation Lock Pin and CAUTION: Latch Plate Never leave grass clippings in the hopper after mowing. Wet or damp clippings will generate heat as they decompose which may cause spontaneous combustion to occur. SCR 2K TGO Figure 4-10 Tailgate Operation Grasp Here Hopper Latch...
Page 21
Section 4 Mulching Operation Rear Discharge Shutoff Baffle Side Discharge Operation CAUTION: The side discharge deck can throw objects with great force. Do not stand in front of discharge chute when the cutter deck is engaged. Keep bystanders clear from the area while mowing. SCR 2K BMD Side Discharge Shutoff Baffle...
Page 22
Section 4 4.12 MOVING MOWER WITH ENGINE 4.14 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT STOPPED WARNING: Do not adjust the cutting height with the mower blades rotating. Shut off the engine and remove 4.13 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING the ignition key. Bodily injury could occur from the rotating blades.
Page 23
Section 4 4.15 TILTING THE CUTTER DECK WARNING: Do not tilt the mower deck with the mower blades rotating. Shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Bodily injury could occur from the rotating blades. Locking Pin Deck Locking Hole SCR 2K DLP Figure 4-15 Deck Locking Pin...
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CAUSE CURE CONDITION Stringers - Occasional Blades of Uncut Grass Width of Deck SGB020 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass in Cutting Path Width of Deck SGB018 Streaking - Strips of Uncut Grass Between Cutting Paths Width Width Deck...
Page 25
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CAUSE CURE CONDITION Uneven Cut on Flat Ground - Wavy High-Low Appearance, Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Width of Deck SGB020 Uneven Cut on Uneven Ground - Wavy Appearance, High-Low Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Width of Deck SGB021 Sloping Ridge Across Width of Cutting Path...
Page 26
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT'D) CAUSE CURE CONDITION Scalping - Blades Hitting Dirt or Cutting Very Close to the Ground Width of Deck SGB022 Step Cut - Ridge in Center of Cutting path Width of Deck SGB024 Slope Cut - Sloping Ridges Across Width of Cutting Path Width of Deck...
Page 27
Section 6 ADJUSTMENTS 6.1 PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Park Brake Control WARNING: Do not operate the mower if the parking brake is not operable. Possible severe injury could result. Park Brake Control Rod SCR 2K BLA Figure 6-2 Brake Switch Adjustment Brake Switch 1/8"...
Page 28
Section 6 CAUTION: Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work. CAUTION: The engine and drive unit can get hot during operation causing burn injuries.
Page 30
Section 6 Cutter Deck Engagement Belt Adjustment Keep Handles Aligned Adjustment Bolt SCR 2K SHA Figure 6-7 Steering Handle Adjustment Control Rod Belt Tension 6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING: SCR 2001 CDBA Before removing any guards, shut the engine off and remove the ignition key.
Page 31
Section 6 6.6 CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not adjust the cutting height with the cutter blades rotating. Shut the engine off and remove the key from the ignition. Bodily injury could occur from the rotating blades. Remove Pins Rear Adjuster Pin Handle SCR 2K CDA Figure 6-8 Cutter Deck Adjustment...
Page 34
Section 7 RIGHT SIDE UNDER SEAT SCR 2001 LFP LEFT SIDE Figure 7.1 Lubrication Fitting Points...
Page 35
Section 7 7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM A. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level Hydraulic Reservoir Hydraulic Drain Port 7.4 ENGINE OIL A. Checking Engine Crankcase Oil Level Hydraulic Oil Filter SCR 2K HOR Figure 7-2 Hydraulic Oil Reservoir B. Changing Hydraulic Oil...
Page 36
Section 7 Engine Oil 7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM Filler Cap To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling. Engine Oil Dip Stick Engine Oil Filter SCR 2K FCDS Figure 7-3 Engine Fill Cap and Dip Stick B.
Page 37
Section 7 Fuel Shutoff Valve 7.7 BATTERY A. Checking Electrolyte Level and Cleaning Battery Fuel Filter SCR 2K FSFF Figure 7-6 Fuel Shutoff and Fuel Filter WARNING: Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and explosive gases. To avoid personal injury when checking, testing or charging batteries, DO 7.6 ENGINE AIR CLEANER NOT use smoking materials near batteries.
Page 38
Section 7 B. Charging the Battery WARNING: BATTERY ELECTROLYTE FIRST AID EXTERNAL CONTACT — Flush with water. EYES — Flush with water for at least 15 minutes medical attention immediately. INTERNAL — Drink large quantities of water. Follow with Milk Of Magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil.
Page 39
Section 7 7.8 DRIVE BELTS B. Blade Sharpening 7.9 CUTTER BLADES ANGLE BLADE BACK DO NOT A. Blade Inspection CUT IN X MUST NOT EXCEED 1/3 BLADE WIDTH 390S0139 WARNING: Figure 7-8 Blade Sharpening Never operate the cutter blades with the deck in the raised position because it is hazardous and damage to mower will result.
Page 40
Section 7 CAUTION: Cutter deck gearbox can reach high operating temperatures. Allow cutter deck gearbox to cool before servicing. 7.10 TIRES 7.11 HOPPER GEARBOX FLUID CHECK PLUG SCR 2K GFC Figure 7-9 Gearbox Check Plug 7.12 CUTTER DECK GEARBOX B. Changing Lubricant A.
Page 42
Section 7 FLUID LEVEL SCR 2K DS Figure 7-13 Fluid Level B. Changing Lubricant 7.14 BODY, DECK, HOPPER AND UPHOLSTERY CAUTION: Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it is hot. Do not wash the engine; use compressed air.
Page 49
SHEET METAL Ref. Part. Ref. Part. Number Description Number Description 481559 Cap, Grease 04001-32 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1.25" 04021-20 Nut, Elastic Jam 1.0-14 04001-63 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3.5" 481657 Bearing, 1.0 Diameter 04021-10 Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16" 481025 Seal, 2.00 OD x 1.625 ID 04017-16...
Page 51
BLOWER ASSEMBLY Ref. Part. Ref. Part. No. Number Description No. Number Description 451202 Blower Housing, Rear 04003-23 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1.0 422812 Blower Housing, Front 04021-10 Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18 451116 Inlet 04003-06 Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1.0 461321 Outlet 04021-08 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20 451201...
Page 52
ENGINE AND ATTACHING PARTS PART OF ENGINE PART OF ENGINE PART OF ENGINE To Engine PART OF ENGINE 26 27 23 6 To Blower To Deck Drive Shaft SCR 2001 EAP...
Page 53
ENGINE AND ATTACHING PARTS Ref. Part. Ref. Part. No. Number Description No. Number Description 04030-04 Lock Washer, 3/8" 481967 Engine, 25 HP Kohler (Spec.PS-68650) 482271 Engine, 27 HP Kaw.(Spec. FD750D-AS04) 43503 Pivot, Idler 48224 Bearing, Idler Arm 481946 Muffler 481788 Pulley, 5.45"...
Page 54
TRACTION DRIVE COMPONENTS To Back of Engine Block SCR 2001 TD...
Page 55
TRACTION DRIVE COMPONENTS Ref. Part Description 48551 Pump, Hydraulic 461015 Idler, Arm 481994 Spring, Idler 482135 Pulley, Idler 48224 Bearing, Idler Arm 04021-05 Nut, 3/8-16 Center Lock 43212 Spacer 04019-04 Nut, 3/8-16 Serrated Flange 04043-04 Washer, Flat 3/8” 43077 Spacer 04001-160 Bolt, 3/8-16 x 3.0”...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the SCR and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers