Scag Power Equipment SWZV Section, Engaging The Deck Drive Cutter Blades, 3 Steering Controls

Section 4

SWZV STEERING CONTROLS

STEERING TO THE LEFT TRAVELING FORWARD STEERING TO THE RIGHT TRAVELING IN REVERSE

CAUTION:

Disengage power to the mower before backing up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary and then only after observation of the entire area behind the mower.

CAUTION:

Before backing up, observe behind the mower for persons and obstructions. Clear the area before backing up. Possible injury or property damage could occur.

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STEERING TO THE RIGHT TRAVELING FORWARD

STEERING TO THE LEFT TRAVELING IN REVERSE

Figure 4-3 Steering Controls

4.6ENGAGING THE DECK DRIVE (CUTTER BLADES)

1.Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine speed when engaging the deck drive.

2.Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow switch, located on the instrument panel, (Figure 4-4) to the engage position.

PULL UP TO ENGAGE

PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE

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Figure 4-4 Cutter Engage Switch

A squealing noise may be heard when engaging or disengaging the deck drive. It is caused by the electric clutch plates meshing as the mower comes up to speed. This is normal.

3.To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to the disengage position.

4.Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug down, reduce the forward speed and allow the engine to operate at maximum RPM.

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