Section 4

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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. Not used on the 29DFI.

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.Ammeter (Figure 4-1).Indicates the condition of the charging system. When the engine is running the needle should be toward the positive end of the meter. If the needle is toward the negative end of the meter, this indicates a discharge condition and the machine should be taken in for service.

DECK LIFT

 

LEFT STEERING

 

 

CONTROL

 

WATER TEMPERATURE

PARKING BRAKE

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

MOWER DECK

 

 

SWITCH

 

 

AMMETER

ENGINE THROTTLE

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

IGNITION SWITCH

 

 

 

ENGINE

CHOKE

 

 

 

CHOKE

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

FUSES

 

DUMP vALvE

RIGHT STEERING

CONTROL

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

DECK RELEASE

FAST

SEAT BELT

SLOW

 

 

CHECK

 

ENGINE

 

LIGHT

FUEL GAUGE

CHECK ENGINE LIGHT

 

 

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KAWASAKI DFI ONLY

DUMP vALvE

 

HOUR METER

2006 STTCHMI

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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Scag Power Equipment STT61V-27CH, STT-29DFI-SS, STT-29DF-SS Operating Instructions, Controls And Instrument Identification