Scag Power Equipment SFW36-16BV 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.

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

DECK LIFT

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

ENGINE

CHOKE

CONTROL

TRANSMISSION SHIFT

LEVER

NEUTRAL LATCH

LEFT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

DECK LIFT

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

NEUTRAL LATCH

RIGHT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE CONTROL

IGNITION

SWITCH

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

MOWER CONTROL DECK

SWITCH

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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