Scag Power Equipment SFZ36-17KA General Information, Introduction, Direction Reference

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GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Introduction

Your mower was built to the highest standards in the industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your mower depends 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.

THE REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART ONTHIS PRODUCT BY OTHERTHANTHE MANUFACTURER'S AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PART MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY OR SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT.

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

When ordering parts, always give the model and serial number of your mower. The serial number plate is located where shown in Figure 1-1.

SERIAL NUMBER

PLATE LOCATION

USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES.

Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine. See Section 8, Paragraph 8-1.

WARNING

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 the 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 pumps and gearboxes 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.

2007 SFZ-SPL

Figure 1-1. Mower Serial Number Plate Location

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Remember Your Mower is only AS Safe AS the Operator Table of Contents Adjustments Limited warranty sfz Following sectionIntroduction General InformationDirection Reference Servicing The Engine and Drive Train ComponentsSTT Models SymbolsSignal Words Safety InformationThis symbol means Attention! Become Alert! Your Signal WordOperation Considerations Section Seat Belt Inspection Roll-over protection systemUsing a spark arrestor Maintenance Considerations & storage483633 Safety and Instructional DecalsEngine SpecificationsElectrical TractorCutter Deck Weights and Dimensions 48/52Hydraulic System ProductivityControls and Instrument Operating InstructionsIdentification Engine Throttle Control -1. Used toFirst Day of Use or Approximately 20 Hours Safety Interlock SystemInitial RUN-IN Procedures Forward Travel Starting the EngineGround Travel and Steering Reverse Travel Engaging the Deck Drive Cutter BladesHillside Operation Rotating BladesAfter Operation Removing Clogged MaterialRecommendations for Mowing Adjusting Cutting HeightMoving Mower with Engine Stopped Towing optional hitch Accessory Not available for sfz36 Condition Cause Cure Troubleshooting Cutting ConditionsTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Contd Dirt or CuttingVery Close To the Ground Scalping Blades HittingStep Cut Ridge in Center Cutting pathParking Brake Adjustment AdjustmentsNeutral Adjustment Travel AdjustmentsBelt Adjustment Throttle Control and Choke AdjustmentsTracking Adjustment Belt AlignmentCutter Deck Level Cutter Deck AdjustmentsCutter Deck Pitch Cutter Deck Height Cutter Deck Height AdjustmentClutch Air Gap Adjustment Electric clutch adjustmentProcedure Comments Break-In 100 200 400 First MaintenanceMaintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals Changing Hydraulic Oil Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelChanging Engine Crankcase Oil Engine OilChecking Engine Crankcase Oil Level Filling the Fuel Tank Engine Fuel SystemChanging Engine Oil Filter Engine Air Cleaner BatteryCleaning and/or Replacing Air Cleaner Element Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter ElementsJump Starting Charging the BatteryDrive Belts Cutter Blades Blade ReplacementBlade Inspection Blade SharpeningBODY, DECK, and Upholstery TiresScag Approved Attachments and Accessories Illustrated Parts ListCutter Deck Description Cutter DeckSection 48, 52 & 61 Cutter Decks Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x Cutter Deck Controls SFZ36 Ref. No Description Cutter Deck Controls SFZ48 & SFZ52 Cutter Deck Controls SFZ48 & SFZ52 Cutter Deck Controls SFZ61 Cutter Deck Controls SFZ61 Sheet Metal Components Flatwasher, 1/4-.312 x .750 x SFZ ROLL-OVER Protection System ROPS, SFZ36 Drive System Components SFZ36 Rod, Brake Adjustment Drive System Components SFZ48, SFZ52 & SFZ61 44162 Linkage, Dump Valve Fuel and Electrical System SFZ36 483672 Tank, LH Switch Clutch Engine Mount Bolt 483364 Tank, LH Fuel and Electrical System SFZ48, SFZ52 & SFZ61ZT-3100 Hydraulic Axle Assembly HG51462 ZT-3400 Hydraulic Axle Assembly -SFZ61 ZT-3400 Hydraulic Axle Assembly SFZ61 36COMMERCIAL Replacement Decals and Information PlatesReplacement Decals and Information Plates Optional Black Light RED Accessory Hourmeter Electrical SchematicLimited Warranty SFZ