Scag Power Equipment MAG Operating Instructions, Controls And Instrument Identification, Section

Section 4

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to drive 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.

A. Instrument Panel (See Figure 4-1)

1.Ignition Switch: The ignition switch is used to start and stop the engine and has four positions; PREHEAT, OFF, ON, and START. Rotate the key to the PRE- HEAT position to energize the glow plug. Hold the key at the PREHEAT position until the yellow indica- tor light for the glow plug turns off, then release and rotate the key to the START position.

Do not hold the key in the START position longer than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start, return the key to the OFF position for at least 60 seconds before a restart attempt is made. Prolonged cranking can damage the starter motor and shorten battery life. Release the key when the engine starts and it will automatically return to the run position. To stop the engine, rotate the key counter-clockwise to the OFF position.

2.Glow Plug Indicator Light: Yellow indicator turns off when glow plugs have been properly energized after the ignition switch is turned and held in the PREHEAT position.

3.Hourmeter: Indicates the number of hours the engine has been operated. It operates whenever the ignition key is in the ON position. Can be used to keep track of maintenance intervals and the amount of time required to perform various tasks.

4.Voltmeter: Indicates the battery condition and charge level.

6	5	6
Hourmeter		Fuel Gauge 4
Temperature Gauge
		Voltmeter

7				Throttle
				Lever
Engine
Oil Pressure
Switch				Fuse		10
				Holders
Blade				Glow Plug
Brake
				Indicator
Control
				Light
Lever	Mower	Mower	Ignition		2
	Deck Lift	Deck Height	Switch
	Switch	Switch	1
	8	9

Figure 4-1 Instrument Panel

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