Scag Power Equipment SW48V-15KH Operating Instructions, Controls and Instrument Identification

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Section 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you operate this mower.

4.1CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT IDENTIFICATION

Before operating the mower, familiarize yourself with all mower and engine controls. Knowing the location, function and operation of these controls is important for safe and efficient operation of the mower.

1.Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch is used to start the engine. Turn the key to the on position before pulling the recoil starter.

2.Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.

3.Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a cold engine.

4.Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back decreases engine speed. Full back position is the IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.

5.Left Steering / Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or reverse. Pull upward to apply brake.

6.Right Steering / Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's right wheel when traveling forward or reverse. Pull upward to apply brake.

TRANSMISSION SHIFT

LEVER

NEUTRAL LATCH

LEFT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

CONTROL

IGNITION

SWITCH

ENGINE

THROTTLE

CONTROL

NEUTRAL LATCH

RIGHT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

MOWER CONTROL

DECK

SWITCH

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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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 Commercial Equipment Following SectionDirection Reference General InformationIntroduction Servicing The Engine And Drive Train ComponentsSymbols Symbol DescriptionBefore Operation considerations Safety InformationSignal Words Operation Considerations Maintenance Considerations & storage Using a spark arrestor Riding Attachments Safety and Instructional DecalsFalling HAzARD USE only Scag APPROvED Electrical SpecificationsEngine Engine DeckProductivity Weights and Dimensions 32 / 36A52v Operating Instructions Controls and Instrument IdentificationStarting the Engine Safety Interlock SystemInitial RUN-IN Procedures Ground Travel and SteeringEngaging the Deck Drive Cutter Blades Forward TravelAfter Operation Hillside OperationParking the Mower Moving Mower with Engine Stopped Rotating BladesRemoving Clogged Material Recommendations for MowingTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Condition Cause CureTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Contd Cut, or Rough ContourScalping Blades Hitting Cutter Deck Belt Adjustments AdjustmentsDrive Control Adjustments Throttle Control and Choke AdjustmentsAdjusting Cutting Height Belt AlignmentCustom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment Mounting Slot Selected Electric clutch adjustment Clutch Air Gap AdjustmentMaintenance Maintenance Chart Recommended Service IntervalsMaintenance Chart Recommended Service Intervals Contd LubricationLubrication Fitting Points Engine Oil Engine Fuel SystemEngine Air Cleaner Cutter BladesBlade Replacement TiresIllustrated Parts List Scag Approved Attachments and Accessories32 & 36A Cutter Decks Description 48V & 52V Cutter Decks 48V & 52V Cutter Decks Section Caster Assembly Engine Deck = Requires welding onto chassis Handle Assembly Capscrew, 5/16-18 x 1 Serr Instrument Panel Peerless Transmission For Reference only Order Parts from Peerless / TecumsehWire Harnesses Handle Wire HarnessWire Harnesses Wire Harness Adapter Kawasaki Replacement Decals and Information Plates Spinning BladesHeavy-Duty Commercial Limited Warranty Commercial Equipment Garantía Limitada Equipo Comercial SW Aproximadas Dimensiones Corte DE Plataformas Opcionales ARTÍCULOS/ACCESORIOSAdicionales Especificaciones Técnicas Especificaciones Motor DEL PlataformaSolución Causa Condición Inclinado CorteCorte de Grass cortar sin Mantenimiento Y Lubricación Motor DEL Aire DE Filtro Cárter DEL Aceite DE CambioMáquina LA DE Limpieza Nota Corte DE Altura LA DE Ajuste Continuación Corte DE Plataforma LA DE AjustesAdvertencia Corte DE Plataforma LA DE AjustesMotriz Control DE Ajustes Corte DE Plataforma LA DE Correa LA DE AjustesInicial Arranque DE Procedimientos Horas 10 AproximadamenteUSO DE DÍA Primer Peligro Operación DE ConsideracionesContinuación Operación LA a Previas Consideraciones Osha POR Aprobadas Operaciones LAS CON Cumpla SiempreAdvertencia Seguridad DE Información Lento Rápido ISO Símbolos Scag POR Instrucciones DE ReferenciaAprobados Aditamentos Y Accesorios Aprobados Dispositivos USE SóloContenido DE Tabla Página TemaSW Modelo Contenido DE Tabla 17KAI-SW52V Manual

SW36A-16KAI, SW32-15KAI, SW36A-17KAI, SW36A-15KH, SW48V-16KAI specifications

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