Scag Power Equipment SW48V-16KAI manual Engaging the Deck Drive Cutter Blades, Forward Travel

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Section 4

Forward Travel

To travel forward with the mower, select the desired speed using the transmission shift lever, pull steering / brake control levers upward, release the neutral latch for both sides and slowly release both the left and right steering / brake control levers.The higher the gear selected using the transmission shift lever, the faster the machine will travel.

To stop the forward travel, pull upward on the steering / brake control levers, lock the neutral latches and shift the transmission into neutral.

To steer the mower left while traveling forward, pull upward on the left steering / brake control lever.The further the lever is pulled upward, the quicker the mower will turn left.

To steer the mower right while traveling forward, pull upward on the right steering / brake control lever. The further the lever is pulled upward, the quicker the mower will turn right.

Caution

Before backing up, observe the rear for persons and obstructions. Clear the area before backing up. Possible injury or property damage could occur.

To travel in reverse, select the reverse gear using the transmission shift lever, pull steering / brake control levers upward, release the neutral latch for both sides and slowly release both the left and right steering / brake control levers. Keep the travel speed low while traveling in reverse.

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The mower may not travel straight in reverse.

To steer left while traveling in reverse, pull upward on the left steering / brake control lever. The further the lever is pulled upward, the quicker the mower will turn left.

WARNING

To avoid serious bodily injury and damage to the transmission, the machine must be at a full stop before shifting between gears or shifting between forward and reverse.

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Smooth operation of the steering / brake control levers will produce smooth mower operation.While learning the operation of the steering controls, keep the travel speed low.

Reverse Travel

Caution

Disengage power to the mower before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after observation of the entire area behind the mower.

To steer right while traveling in reverse, pull upward on the right steering / brake control lever. The further the lever is pulled upward, the quicker the mower will turn right.

To stop the reverse travel, pull upward on the steering / brake control levers, lock the neutral latches and shift the transmission into neutral.

4.6ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE (CUTTER BLADES)

1.Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine speed when engaging the deck drive.

2.Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow switch, located on the instrument panel, to the engage position. See Figure 4-2.

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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 SectionGeneral Information IntroductionDirection Reference Servicing The Engine And Drive Train ComponentsSymbols Symbol DescriptionSignal Words Safety InformationBefore Operation considerations Operation Considerations Maintenance Considerations & storage Using a spark arrestor Falling HAzARD USE only Scag APPROvED Safety and Instructional DecalsRiding Attachments Specifications EngineElectrical Engine Deck52v Weights and Dimensions 32 / 36AProductivity Operating Instructions Controls and Instrument IdentificationSafety Interlock System Initial RUN-IN ProceduresStarting the Engine Ground Travel and SteeringEngaging the Deck Drive Cutter Blades Forward TravelParking the Mower Hillside OperationAfter Operation Rotating Blades Removing Clogged MaterialMoving Mower with Engine Stopped Recommendations for MowingTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Condition Cause CureTroubleshooting Cutting Conditions Contd Cut, or Rough ContourScalping Blades Hitting Adjustments Drive Control AdjustmentsCutter Deck Belt 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 Adicionales Especificaciones Opcionales ARTÍCULOS/ACCESORIOSCorte DE Plataformas Técnicas Especificaciones Motor DEL PlataformaSolución Causa Condición Inclinado CorteCorte de Grass cortar sin Mantenimiento Y Lubricación Máquina LA DE Limpieza Cárter DEL Aceite DE CambioMotor DEL Aire DE Filtro 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 AjustesUSO DE DÍA Primer Horas 10 AproximadamenteInicial Arranque DE Procedimientos Peligro Operación DE ConsideracionesContinuación Operación LA a Previas Consideraciones Osha POR Aprobadas Operaciones LAS CON Cumpla SiempreAdvertencia Seguridad DE Información Lento Rápido ISO Símbolos Instrucciones DE Referencia Aprobados Aditamentos Y AccesoriosScag POR 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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Across all models, Scag Power Equipment incorporates user-friendly features such as simple controls, comfortable grips, and heavy-duty wheels. Their walk-behind mowers also emphasize safety, with features like operator presence controls that ensure the mower stops when the user leaves the controls.

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