Scag Power Equipment STT61V-35BVAC-SS, STT61V-27DFI-SS, STT-35BVAC-SS Operating Instructions

Section 4 R

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
	482796
	KAWASAKI DFI ONLY
DUMP vALvE
HOUR METER	2006 STTCHMI

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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