Scag Power Equipment STT-31BSD manual Removing Clogged Material, Moving Mower with Engine Stopped

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Section 4

4.10 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL

3. Cut grass when it is dry and not too tall. Do not cut

 

grass too short (cut off 1/3 or less of existing grass

 

for best appearance). Mow frequently.

ROTATING BLADES

NEVER PUTYOUR HANDS INTO THE DISCHARGE CHUTE FOR ANY REASON! Shut off the engine and remove the key and only then use a stick or similar object to remove material if clogging has occurred.

1.If the discharge chute becomes clogged, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. Using a stick or similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Then resume normal mowing.

4.11MOVING MOWER WITH ENGINE STOPPED

To “free-wheel” or move the mower around without the engine running, place the dump valve levers in the FREE- WHEEL position (Figure 4-2). Disengage the parking brake and move the mower by hand. The dump valve levers must be returned to the DRIVE position and torqued to 10ft/lbs to drive the mower.

4.12 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING

1.Do not mow with dull blades. A dull blade will tear grass, resulting in poor lawn appearance and reduced mowing power.

2.The discharge chute must not be removed and must be kept in the lowest position to deflect grass clippings and thrown objects downward. Direct the side discharge away from sidewalks or streets to minimize cleanup of clippings. When mowing close to obstacles, direct the discharge away from the obstacles to reduce the chance of property damage by thrown objects.

4.Keep mower and discharge chute clean.

5.When mowing wet or tall grass, mow the grass twice. Raise the mower to the highest setting for the first pass and then make a second pass to the desired height.

6.Use a slow travel speed for trimming purposes.

7.Operate the engine at full throttle for best cutting. Mowing with a lower RPM causes the mower to tear the grass. The engine is designed to be operated at full speed.

8.Use the alternate stripe pattern for best lawn appearance. Vary the direction of the stripe each time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in the grass.

DUMP VALVE

CONTROL

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Figure 4-2 Dump Valve Control

WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Remember Your Mower is only AS Safe AS the Operator Table of Contents Table of Contents Contd Introduction General InformationDirection Reference Servicing the Engine and Drive Train ComponentsISO Symbols CE Mark Fast Slow Safety Information Signal WordsBefore Operation Considerations Operation Considerations Before Operation Considerations ContdRoll Over Protection System Operation Considerations ContdSeat Belt Inspection STT-BSD With Roll Over Protection System Maintenance Considerations & StorageSafety and Instructional Decals Engine Engine DeckDrive System Additional Specifications SpecificationsApproximate Dimensions ProductivityControls and Instrument Identification Operating InstructionsDump Valve Control Safety Interlock SystemStarting the Engine Ground Travel and SteeringForward Travel Engaging the Deck Drive Cutter Blades Reverse TravelHillside Operation Parking the MowerAfter Operation Removing Clogged Material Moving Mower with Engine StoppedRecommendations for Mowing Deck Release Lever Adjusting Cutting HeightCondition Cause Cure Troubleshooting Cutting ConditionsScalloped Cut, or Rough Contour Troubleshooting Contd Condition Cause CureGround Troubleshooting ContdAdjustments Parking Brake AdjustmentTravel Adjustments RH Steering Control Rod Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentBelt Adjustment Tracking AdjustmentThrottle Control Belt AlignmentCutter Deck Adjustments Cutter Deck LevelCutter Deck Pitch Cutter Deck Height Custom-Cut Baffle AdjustmentCustom-Cut Baffle Maintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals MaintenanceLubrication Grease Fitting Lubrication Chart see Figure Maintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals ContdLubrication Fitting Points Hydraulic System Checking Hydraulic Oil LevelChanging Hydraulic Oil Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter Element Engine OILChecking Engine Crankcase Oil Level Changing Engine Crankcase OilEngine AIR Cleaner BatteryEngine Fuel System Jump Starting Charging the BatteryDrive Belts Blade ReplacementCutter Blades Blade InspectionTires Cutter Deck GearboxChecking Lubricant Level Changing Lubricant Cleaning the Radiator Debris ScreenCooling System Checking Coolant LevelBODY, DECK, and Upholstery Checking The Fan Belt TensionPage 61A, 72A Cutter Decks Ref. Part Description Cutter Deck Controls Part Description Sheet Metal Components Wheel Assy Inc.items 20, 42, 43, 54 STT Roll Over Protection System Ref. Part No. No. Description Deck Drive Components Ref. Part Description Radiator & Engine Brackets Radiator & Engine Brackets Brake and Steering Components Part Description Fuel and Hydraulic System Ref. Part Description Electrical System 35 483072 Hour Meter HYDRAULICHYDRAULICPUMPPUMPASSEMBLYASSEMBLY- BDP-21L Hydraulic Pump Assembly BDP-21L Wire HARNESS, STT 31BSD Part Number Heavy-Duty 482367 48825 481937 48314 Limited Warranty Commercial Equipment