Scag Power Equipment MAG manual Introduction, Direction Reference

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Section 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 INTRODUCTION

Your mower was built to highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your mower depend on you following the operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this manual.

If additional information or service is needed, contact your Scag Power Equipment Dealer.

We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient service in the field or at their service shop. They carry a full line of Scag service parts.

USE OF OTHER THAN ORIGINAL SCAG REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

When ordering parts, always give the model and serial number of your tractor and cutting deck. The serial plates are located where shown in Figure 1-1.

For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and Figures in this manual may show shields, guards or plates open or removed. Under no circumstances should your mower be operated without these devices in place.

All information is based upon product information available at time of approval for printing. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE

The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the machine are referenced from the operator’s right and left when seated in the normal operating position and facing the forward travel direction.

1.3SERVICING THE ENGINE AND DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENTS

The detail servicing and repair of the engine, hydraulic pump and motors and gear boxes are not covered in this manual; only routine maintenance and general service instructions are provided. For service of these components during the limited warranty period, it is important to contact your Scag dealer or find a local authorized servicing agent of the component manufacturer. Any unauthorized work done on these components during the warranty period may void your warranty.

Tractor Serial Number

Plate Location

Cutter Deck

Serial Number

Plate Location

Figure 1-1 Serial Plate Locations

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Contents Operators Manual Remember Your Mower is only AS Safe AS the Operator Introduction Direction ReferenceServicing the Engine and Drive Train Components Before Operation Considerations Signal WordsOperation Considerations Maintenance Considerations Keep Clear Contact can Injure Safety and Instructional DecalsEngine ElectricalTractor Hydraulic System Weights and DimensionsTractor Contd Cutter DeckControls and Instrument Identification Operating InstructionsLevers Safety Interlock System Operator Comfort Adjustments Diesel Engine BREAK-INStarting the Diesel Engine Adjusting Ground Speed and Direction Seat AdjustmentHillside Operation Engaging the MowerAfter Operation StoppingAdjusting Cutting Height Moving Mower with the Engine StoppedRecommendations for Mowing 11 Mower Cutting Height Gauge Tilting the Mower DeckCondition Cause Cure Troubleshooting Cutting ConditionsTroubleshooting Troubleshooting FORWARD/REVERSE Neutral Adjustment Parking Brake AdjustmentThrottle Control Linkage Adjustment FAN Belt AdjustmentCutter Brake Linkage Alternator Belt Adjustment Pump Drive Belt AdjustmentElectric Clutch Drive Belt Adjustment Cutter Drive Belt AdjustmentsBelt Alignment Cutter Deck Adjustments11 Measuring Cutting Edge Height Blade Cutting Height AdjustmentMAG-61, MAG-72 Cutter Deck Ref. Part Mag Mag Number Description Descripton MAG-61, MAG-72 Deck Support MAG-61, MAG-72 Cutter Deck Support Rider Frame Part Number Description Engine Deck Engine Deck RADIATOR/OIL Cooler RADIATOR/OILCOOLER Muffler and AIR Cleaner Ref. Part No. Number Description Deck Drive System Part Number Description Pump and FAN Drive Systems Part Ref. Part Number Description No. Number Instrument Panel Ref. Number Description Wiring Harness and Electrical Components Switch, Ignition Cutter Brake Linkage Grip, Clutch Lever Parking Brake Linkage 48093 Grip, Handle 45716 Throttle Linkage 481243 FORWARD/REVERSE Linkage Bolt, Neutral Adjustment, 3/8-24 x 6-3/4 Fuel Tank and Lines 46933 Hydraulic Circuits Ref. Part Number Description Control Panel Heavy Duty Commercial Grease Fitting Lubrication Chart Page Engine Tractor Contd Limited WARRANTY-COMMERCIAL Equipment 1996