Scag Power Equipment STT61V-31KB-DF manual 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.Voltmeter (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 12 to 14 volt range.

LEFT STEERING
CONTROL	DECK LIFT

PARKING BRAKE

CONTROL

WATER TEMPERATURE

MOWER DECK SWITCH

CUTTING HEIGHT

ADJUSTMENT

RIGHT STEERING

CONTROL

OIL PRESSURE	MOWERDECK TOOUTPULLENGAGE TOINPUSHDISENGAGE	ENGINE
		THROTTLE
		CONTROL
ON	START
		ENGINE
OFF		CHOKE
		CONTROL
IGNITION SWITCH

CHOKE

DECK RELEASE

SEAT BELT

VOLTMETER

FUEL SELECTION	FUSES
SWITCH

DUMP VALVE

FUEL GAUGE

HOURMETER

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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