Scag Power Equipment STT52V-25CH-LP, STT61V-25CH-LP operating instructions 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.Ammeter (Figure 4-1).Indicates the condition of the charging system. When the engine is running, in normal operating conditions, the needle should be in 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.

LEFT STEERING
CONTROL	DECK LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

CONTROL

AMMETER

MOWER DECK SWITCH

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

RIGHT STEERING

CONTROL

PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE

PULL OUT TO ENGAGE

MOWER DECK

ON START

OFF

IGNITION SWITCH

ENGINE

THROTTLE CONTROL

ENGINE

CHOKE

CONTROL

CHOKE

DECK RELEASE

SEAT BELT

FUSES

DUMP VALVE

HOURMETER

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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