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WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. * Keep all shields in place, especially the grass discharge chute. * Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire and ignition key. * If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Introduction ....................1 Direction Reference ..................1 Servicing the Engine and Drive Train Components ........1 Symbols....................... 2-3 General Safety Instructions ................4 Signal Words ....................4 Before Operating Considerations ..............4-6 Operation Considerations ................6-7 Maintenance and Storage ................
Attachments and accessories manufactured by operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not manual. approved for use on this machine. Using unapproved attachments, (especially "stand-up" riding attachments) If additional information or service is needed, contact may be hazardous.
ISO Symbols SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Thrown Object Falling Hazard...
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SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Slow Fast Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Engage Pinch Point 481039S Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage Read Operator's Manual Thrown Object Hazard Keep Bystanders Away...
SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION Signal Word: Your mower is only as safe as the operator. The signal word is a distinctive word found on the safety Carelessness or operator error may result in serious decals on the machine and throughout this manual that bodily injury or death.
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BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 4. Always wear appropriate clothing, loose fitting C. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the clothing, long hair or jewelry could get tangled in engine running. Allow the engine to cool before moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing fueling.
BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 6. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent loss of control: A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good ROTATING BLADES artificial light. NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE B. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and hazards in the terrain.
OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS (CONT'D) 16. DO NOT operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 17. Use care when loading or unloading the machine ROTATING BLADES onto a truck or trailer. NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! 18.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE (CONT'D) INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXI- 9. Let the engine cool before storing. MATELY 10 HOURS) 10. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame. 1. Check the belts for proper tension at 2, 4 and 8 hours.
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MOWER OPERATION (CONT'D) * The neutral latches must be in the neutral lock position. WARNING: * The key switch must be on. If you are not familiar with the operation of the * The parking brake must be on. hydrostatic drive and zero turn feature, practice turning and maneuvering with the hand controls 3.
BELT TENSION Washer CAUTION: Deck Stop engine and remove the key from the ignition before making any adjustments. Wait for all moving "J" Bolt parts to come to a complete stop before beginning work. -NOTE- The hydro drive belt is spring loaded and does not require adjustment.
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS (CONT'D) Caster spacers also can be repositioned to change cutting heights and to change the pitch of the deck. (See Fig Spacers 2002SGB005 Figure 5. Caster Wheel Spacers 2002 SC407G Figure 6. Blade Spacers BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CUTTER BLADES Adjusting the blade height can be done by moving any number of the five smaller 1/4"...
Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment The Custom-Cut Baffle is designed to deliver optimum 2. Move the Custom-Cut Baffle to desired position. (See airflow and superior cutting performance in any type of Figures 9 through 11 for position). grass. The Custom-Cut Baffle can be raised or lowered 3.
NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT STEERING CONTROL ROD ADJUSTMENT -NOTE- -NOTE- Neutral has been set by your Scag dealer at the This adjustment is made to allow the steering time of setup and normally does not need to be control levers to be moved out of the neutral adjusted.
Section 3 TRACKING ADJUSTMENT (CONT'D) 2. Squeeze the steering control levers and release the neutral latch. Slowly release the steering control levers, allowing the machine to move forward. WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE ANY TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS: 1. Move the speed adjustment lever to the Figure 14.
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE BREAK-IN + Grease spindle until grease comes out the relief valve Compatible Greases: Lidok EP #2 (found at industrial shops) 8 HOURS (DAILY) Ronex MP (Exxon service stations) 40 HOURS (WEEKLY) Shell Alvania (Shell service stations) Mobilux #2 (Mobil service stations) 100 HOURS (BIWEEKLY) Super Lub M EP #2 (Conoco service stations) 500 HRS OR ANNUALLY...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Checking Hydraulic Oil Level 2. Place a suitable container under the hydraulic oil drain. Remove the fill cap from the reservoir. Remove the drain cap from the T-Fitting located on The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first the hydraulic system filter head.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (CONT'D) BATTERY (ELECTRIC START UNITS ONLY) Checking Electrolyte Level and Cleaning 1. Remove the oil filter element (Figure 15, Page 16) Battery and properly discard it. Fill the new filter with clean oil and install the filter. Hand tighten only. This machine was equipped from the factory with a sealed battery.
WARNING: WARNING: Electric storage battery fluid contains sulfuric BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIVE GASES. acid which is POISON and can cause SEVERE Charge the battery in a well ventilated space so CHEMICAL BURNS. Avoid contact of fluid with gases produced while charging can dissipate. eyes, skin, or clothing.
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CAUSE CURE CONDITION Stringers - Occasional Low engine RPM Run engine at full 3600 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 Clean underside of deck...
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CAUSE CURE CONDITION Uneven Cut on Flat Lift worn off of blade Replace blade Ground - Wavy High-Low Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward Appearance, ground Scalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck Too much blade angle (deck pitch) Adjust pitch and level...
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CAUSE CURE CONDITION Scalping - Blades Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures Hitting Dirt or Cutting Very Close to Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions the Ground Cutting too low May need to reduce ground speed, raise cutting height, change direction of cut, and/or change pitch and level Rough terrain...
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HYDRAULIC ASSEMBLY Ref. Part Number Description 481164 Cap, Oil Reservoir 461428 Oil Reservoir (With Fittings) 482266-01 Elbow, 9/16 O-Ring x 3/8 Hose 48811 Hose, 3/8" ID - 10-1/4" Long (Order By The Inch) 48811 Hose, 3/8" ID - 7" Long (Order By The Inch) 48603-06 O-Ring 483097...
ENGINE DECK BLADE CLUTCH WIRE HARNESS PART NO. 483075 NEUTRAL KOHLER (18 HP) INTERLOCK GROUND KAWASAKI WHITE (15 HP, 16 HP, 17 HP & 19HP) BLACK W/RED STRIPE HONDA (18HP) BLACK BLACK BLUE WHITE WHITE YELLOW WIRE HARNESS ADAPTER - ENGINE INSTRUMENT SWZ06WH483075 PANEL HARNESS...
ENGINE DECK WIRING HARNESS KAWASAKI ELECTRIC START PART NUMBER: 483076 ENGINE GROUND TRANSMISSION TO ENGINE WHITE BLACK W/RED STRIPE BLK W/RED STRIPE GREEN BLACK BLUE BLACK WHITE WHITE YELLOW ELECTRIC CLUTCH RED W/YEL STRIPE INSTRUMENT CONNECTOR STARTER SOLENOID SOLENOID HANDLE WIRING HARNESS KAWASAKI ELECTRIC START PART NO.
REPLACEMENT DECALS & INFORMATION WARNING WARNING DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED 482165 48314 483206 482286 MANUFACTURED UNDER ONE OR MORE PARKING OF THE FOLLOWING PATENTS: CHOKE BRAKE 4,487,006 4,885,903 4,920,733 4,967,543 FAST 4,991,382 4,998,948 5,042,239...
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REPLACEMENT DECALS & INFORMATION PARKING BRAKE FAST SLOW 481423 PARKING BRAKE FAST SLOW 481438 482297 36" - 482297 48" - 483199 52" - 483200 61" - 483201 481971...
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(Two year warranty exclude fittings, hoses, drive belts). The repair or replacement of the hydraulic pump or hydraulic motor will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment. This warranty does not cover any mower that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Operator’s Manual.
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(Piezas y mano de obra) (La garantía de dos años no incluye las conexiones, mangueras, correas de transmisión). La reparación o el reemplazo de la bomba hidráulica o el motor hidráulico estarán sujetos a discreción de Scag Power Equipment. Esta garantía no cubre ningún cortacésped que haya sido sometido a uso indebido, descuido, negligencia o accidente, o que se haya operado de manera distinta a la especificada en el manual del operador.