Scag Power Equipment STT-31BSG Operating Instructions, Controls and Instrument Identification

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.

WATER TEMPERATURE

MOWER DECK SWITCH

OIL PRESSURE

ON START

OFF

IGNITION SWITCH

VOLTMETER

DECK LIFT

LEFT STEERING

CONTROL

PARKING BRAKE

CONTROL

DECKMOWER ENGAGETOOUTPULL DISENGAGETOINPUSH	ENGINE THROTTLE
	CONTROL

CHOKE

ENGINE

CHOKE

CONTROL

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FUSES

DUMP VALVE

RIGHT STEERING

CONTROL

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

DECK RELEASE

FUEL GAUGE

HOURMETER

BSG99CONTROLS

Figure 4-1 Controls and Instruments

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