Scag Power Equipment SW48V-15KH Operating Instructions, Controls and Instrument Identification

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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. Turn the key to the on position before pulling the recoil starter.

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.Left Steering / Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or reverse. Pull upward to apply brake.

6.Right Steering / Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control the mower's right wheel when traveling forward or reverse. Pull upward to apply brake.

TRANSMISSION SHIFT

LEVER

NEUTRAL LATCH

LEFT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

CONTROL

IGNITION

SWITCH

ENGINE

THROTTLE

CONTROL

NEUTRAL LATCH

RIGHT STEERING /

BRAKE CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

MOWER CONTROL

DECK

SWITCH

Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments

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