Scag Power Equipment STC52V-27CV-SS manual Operating Instructions

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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 and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START.

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.Hourmeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the number of hours the engine has been operated. It operates whenever the ignition key switch is in the ON position. Has preset maintenance reminders for engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after. Automatically resets.

LEFT STEERING

CONTROL

					PARKING
					BRAKE
ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL
MOWER
DECK	PUSHIN TO	DISENGAGE	PULLOUT TOENGAGE	FAST
SWITCH
	MOWER DECK	START		EqUIPMENTPOWER
IGNITION	ON				SLOW
SWITCH
	OFF			CHOKE	FUSES

ENGINE

CHOKE

CONTROL

FUEL SWITCHING

VALVE

DECK LIFT

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

	RIGHT STEERING
	CONTROL
DUMP
VALVE	CUTTER DECK
	RELEASE LEVER
	SEAT BELT
	HOUR METER

SEAT HOLD DOWN

RELEASE LATCH

STC 2007 CAI

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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