Scag Power Equipment SFW36-16BV manual Specifications, Electrical, Engine Deck, Cutter Deck

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Section 3

 

SPECIFICATIONS

3.1 ENGINE

 

General Type

Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline

Brand

Briggs & Statton

Horsepower:

 

(Scag Model SFW36-16BV)

16 HP (Spec.#305776929002)

(Scag Model SFW48-16BV

16 HP (Spec.# 305776929002)

Cylinders

2 with Cast-Iron Sleeves

Governor

Mechanical Type with Variable Speed Control Set At 3600 RPM

Idle Speed:

 

Briggs & Stratton

1750 RPM

Fuel

Non-Leaded Gasoline with a Minimum Octane Rating of 87

Oil Pump

Positive Displacement Gerotor™

Starter:

 

Briggs & Stratton

Recoil Starter

3.2 Electrical

 

Starter

Electrical Ignition wi.Recoil Starter

Interlock Switches

Operator Presence, Mower Engagement (BBC), Transmission Neutral

Instrument Panel

Key Switch, Throttle Control, PTO Switch

3.3 ENGINE DECK

 

Drive System

Single Belt Drive w/4-Speed Peerless Transmission

Steering/Travel Control

Clutch/Brake Fingertip Steering

Wheels:

 

(2) Front Caster

9 X 3.5-4 Four-Ply w/Roller Bearing Pivots

(2) Drive -

15 x 6.0-6 Two-Ply Pneumatic Tubeless, Radius Edge

Tire Pressure:

 

Front Caster

25 PSI

Drive

12 PSI

Fuel Tank

6-Gallon Seamless Polyethylene Tank with Large Opening and Fuel Cap

Travel Speed:

 

Forward

2-6 MPH

Reverse

0-2 MPH

-NOTE- The machine will travel at 6 mph for transport purposes. For best cutting performance the forward travel

speed should be adjusted depending upon the cutting conditions.

3.4 Cutter Deck

 

Type

Floating, Adjustable, Anti-Scalping, Hybrid Design

Construction

10-Gauge deck top w/11-gauge reinforced spindle area, 7-gauge (3/16") deck skirt.

True Cutting Width:

 

36

35.5" (90.2 cm)

48

48" (122.0 cm)

Cutting Height Adjustment

Hand Operated Lever Adjustment from, 1.5" to 4.5" in 1/4" increments

Cutter Blades

0.197 in. Thick, Milled Edge, Wear Resistant Marbain™

Blade Engagement

Electric Blade Engagement Clutch with Control Panel Switch

 

Connected to the Cutter Deck through a Belt.

Discharge Opening

Extra Wide Discharge Opening with Spring-Loaded Discharge Chute

Discharge Chute

Black, Polypropylene (Plastic), Flexible

Spindles

Heavy-Duty Spindle Shaft, Cast Aluminum Housing, Sealed Ball Bearing,

 

Maintenance-Free

 

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Remember Your Mower is only AS Safe AS the Operator Always Follow Osha Approved OperationTable of Contents Limited Warranty SFW Inside Back CoverGeneral Information IntroductionDirection Reference Servicing The Engine And Drive Train ComponentsSymbols STT ModelsSafety Information Signal WordsThis symbol means Attention! Become Alert! Your Signal WordOperation Considerations Maintenance Considerations & storage Using a spark arrestor Safety and Instructional Decals Install Belt COvER BeforeFalling HAzARD USE only Scag APPROvED Riding AttachmentsSpecifications EngineElectrical Engine DeckWeights and Dimensions ProductivityOperating Instructions Controls and Instrument IdentificationSafety Interlock System Initial RUN-IN ProceduresStarting the Engine First Day of Use or Approximately 20 HoursGround Travel and Steering Forward TravelReverse Travel Engaging the Deck Drive Cutter Hillside Operation Blades Parking the MowerRotating Blades After OperationRemoving Clogged Material Moving Mower with Engine StoppedAdjusting Cutting Height Cutting HeightTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Condition Cause CureTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Contd Scalping Blades Hitting Dirt or CuttingVery Close To the GroundStep Cut Ridge in Center Cutting pathAdjustments Drive Control AdjustmentsBelt Adjustment Cutter Deck AdjustmentsElectric clutch adjustment Cutter Deck PitchIf the air gap is too narrow, the clutch armature may drag Maintenance Maintenance Chart Recommended Service IntervalsProcedure Comments Break-In 100 200 500 First Maintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals Contd LubricationEngine Oil Engine Fuel SystemEngine Air Cleaner Drive BeltsCutter Blades Blade Replacement TiresBlade Sharpening Illustrated Parts List Scag Approved Attachments and AccessoriesCutter Deck 462150 Cutter Deck Weldment w/Decals 14 20 1217 462149 Cutter Deck Weldment w/Decals Cutter Deck Controls Cutter Deck Controls Handle Assembly Pulley, Jackshaft 3.25 OD x .625 Bore Engine Deck Description Electrical System and Throttle Control Ref. No Description Replacement Decals and Information Plates Spinning BladesRotating Blades and Belts Do not Operate Unless Grass CATCHER, Mulching kIT or1 2 3 SFW Electrical Schematic Limited Warranty SFW
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SFW36-16BV specifications

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