Adjusting Cutting Height; Towing - Scag Power Equipment STC Operator's Manual

4.13 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT

The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-inch
to 5-1/2 inches at 1/4-inch intervals. To adjust the cutting
height:
WARNING:
Do not adjust the cutting height with the mower
blades rotating. Disengage the power to the cutter
blades and then adjust cutting height.
1. Disengage the power to the cutter blades.
2. Push the cutting height adjustment foot pedal all the
way forward using your right foot until it locks in
place. (Figure 4-5)
3. Insert the lanyard pin into the cutting height index at
the desired cutting height. Push forward on the deck
lift foot lever, hold in place and lift up on the deck
release lever, (Figure 4-4). Slowly release the foot
pedal. A deck height decal is located on the cutting
height index as an aid in adjusting the deck to the
desired height. (Figure 4-5)
DECK RELEASE LEVER
Figure 4-4 Deck Release Lever
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
PEDAL
4.14 Towing (optional hitch accessory)
1. Never allow children or others in or on towed
equipment.
2. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed
for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at
the hitch point.
3. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for weight
limit for towed equipment. 250lbs. maximum towing
weight.
4. Never tow on slopes. The weight of the towed
equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of
control.
5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
6. Zero turning with a trailer attached, could cause
damage to the trailer or mower.
STC 2001 DRL
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Figure 4-5 Adjusting Cutting Height
Section 4
LANYARD
PIN
STC 2001 ACH