Scag Power Equipment MAG manual Stopping, After Operation

Section 4

Figure 4-8 Proper Operation on Slope

Figure 4-9 Improper Operation on Slope

4.10 STOPPING

1.Slow engine speed to idle.

2.Place the right foot pedal in the center (neutral) position.

3.Engage the blade brake.

-IMPORTANT-

If at all possible, do not engage the mower brake with engine running at high speed, since premature wear of the electric clutch will oc- cur. Lower speed to near idle then engage the brake.

CAUTION:

The blade brake stops the blades from rotating. If the blades do not stop, contact your Scag Dealer.

CAUTION:

Remove the key from the ignition switch when leaving the mower unattended to inhibit children and inexperienced operators from starting the engine.

4. Engage the parking brake and turn ignition key to OFF.

4.11 AFTER OPERATION

1.Park the mower on a flat and level surface and fully lower the cutting deck to the ground. Stop the engine

and engage the parking and blade brakes. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

-IMPORTANT-

If the radiator dirt screen is not removed and cleaned after every use, the screen will be- come clogged with grass clippings, etc., block- ing the air flow through the radiator. This will cause a high engine operating tempera- ture that may cause damage to the engine.

2.Clean the radiator dirt screen. See Section 7 for radiator dirt screen removal and cleaning instructions..

3.Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use high pressure spray or direct the spray onto electrical components.

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