Scag Power Equipment SE-3.5BS Operator'S Manual Download

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Problem

Cause

Engine fails to start

Fuel level is low.
Spark plug lead wire disconnected.
Throttle or choke not in starting position.
Spark plug defective.
Carburetor improperly adjusted.
Old/stale gasoline.
Engine kill switch in off position.

Hard starting or loss of power

Carburetor improperly adjusted.
Spark plug wire loose.
Dirty air cleaner.

Operation erratic

Dirt in gasoline tank.

Dirty air cleaner.
Water in fuel supply.
Vent in gas cap and/or carburetor plugged.
Carburetor improperly adjusted.

Engine skips at high speed

Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
Carburetor improperly adjusted.
Dirty air cleaner.

Engine idles poorly

Carburetor idle speed too slow.
Carburetor improperly adjusted.
Spark plug gap too close.
Carburetor idle mixture improperly set.

Summary of Contents for SE-3.5BS

Page 1: ...CTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA TION FOR YOUR SCAG EDGER READING THIS MANUAL WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH MAINTENANCEANDADJUSTMENTPROCE DURES TO KEEP YOUR EDGER PERFORM ING TO MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY THE SPE CIFIC MODELS THAT THIS BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE INSIDE COVER BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION EN CLOSED PART NUMBER 03070 ...

Page 2: ...etely Keep others away from the edger while operating REMEMBER YOUR EDGER IS ONLY AS SAFE AS THE OPERATOR Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness concern prudence and proper training of the personnel involved in the op eration transport maintenance and storage of the equipment WARNING This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for SE 3 ...

Page 3: ...nstructions 1 3 Setup Operation 4 5 Maintenance 6 8 Troubleshooting Guide 9 Illustrated Parts List 10 11 Limited Warranty Statement Inside Back Cover TABLE OF CONTENTS I WE SUPPORT OPE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION Equipment Engine Training Council c MEMBER ...

Page 4: ...ment Service Department at P O Box 152 Mayville WI 53050 Please indicate the complete model and serial number of your Scag product when orderingareplacementmanual Your edger is only as safe as YOU the operator As with any power equipment carelessness or error can result in serious bodily injury Improper maintenance can also result in injury To reduce the potential for injury follow these instructi...

Page 5: ...and moving parts 2 Don t overreach or stand on unstable ground Keep good footing and balance at all times 3 Start the engine carefully Stop the engine when leavingtheedgerunattended 4 Do not operate the edger with a damaged or excessivelywornblade 5 Never attempt to make adjustments when the edger isrunning 6 Never direct discharge of material toward people Use care in directing discharge to avoid...

Page 6: ...gasolinetankindoors 3 After operating the edger stop the engine and allow the engine to cool before refueling 4 To reduce the risk of fire replace the gasoline cap securely after adding fuel to the tank 5 Use an approved gasoline container 6 Do not store gasoline in a house 7 If gasoline is spilled on the ground move the edger and the gasoline container from the area and do not create a source of ...

Page 7: ...he tube type control rod on right hand side between the front wheel height lever and the index quadrant using 4 hair pin cotters to secure the control rod 4 Install the operator presence safety control rod with the long rod at the top and the short rod at the idler pulley arm using 4 hair pin cotters Adjust the length of the rod for normal belt tension See Figure 4 5 Fill the engine with oil as de...

Page 8: ... Figure 5 Edger Controls n n n n n Starting The Engine Be sure no one is standing near the blade Keep body parts away from the blade Before starting clear operating area of foreign objects sticks stones etc Refer to the engine operator s manual for starting instructions n n n n n Operation 1 Move the edger to the working area 2 Pull the operator presence safety levers up to engage the blade See Fi...

Page 9: ...he belt 4 Replace the front belt guide Figure 8 Belt Replacement SETUP OPPERATION CONT D 3 Push the edger forward slowly adjust your pace to the engine s capacity MAINTENANCE To prevent injury from rotating parts turn the engine stop switch to OFF and disconnect the spark plug wire from the engine before attempting any maintenance n n n n n Changing Engine Oil Oil should be changed after the first...

Page 10: ... rod Retighten the nut after the rod is reinstalled Figure 9 Belt Tension n n n n n Changing the Blade The blade is sharp Wear gloves when changing the blade Do not operate the edger with a damaged or excessively worn blade Note Blades must be balanced before installation to prevent vibration and wear to the edger 1 While holding the hex bolt head by the spindle pulley remove the nut and washer an...

Page 11: ...tor when worn or damaged to prevent operator injury n n n n n Lubrication Grease the edger periodically at the points shown on Figure 11 Use lithium based grease Note The spindle bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated They should require no maintenance Figure 11 Lubrication ...

Page 12: ...power Carburetor improperly adjusted Spark plug wire loose Dirty air cleaner Operationerratic Dirtingasolinetank Dirty air cleaner Water in fuel supply Vent in gas cap and or carburetor plugged Carburetor improperly adjusted Engine skips at high speed Spark plug fouled faulty or gap too wide Carburetor improperly adjusted Dirty air cleaner Engine idles poorly Carburetor idle speed too slow Carbure...

Page 13: ... 9 43 18 12 3 37 4 20 REF 4 2 19 53 15 54 3 14 39 54 52 49 54 3 49 R COMMERCIAL EDGER 48 10 43 U S E E Y E P R O T E C T IO N R O T A T IN G B L A D E M A Y T H R O W O B J E C T S K E E P A R E A C L E A R O F B Y S T A N D E R S T O R E D U C E R IS K O F IN J U R Y D O N O T O P E R A T E W IT H O U T G U A R D S IN P L A C E D O N O T L E A V E E N G IN E R U N N IN G U N A T T E N D E D R E A...

Page 14: ...No Description LAWN EDGER SE 3 5BS Common hardware which should be purchased locally All bolts Grade 5 plated all other fasteners zinc plated 32 04012 04 Set Screw 5 16 18 x 3 8 33 04030 02 Lockwasher 1 4 Spring 34 48454 Decal SCAG 35 481043 Decal Warning 36 04062 02 Hair Pin 080 x 1 19 37 48100 05 Bearing Oilite 38 44039 Control Rod Upper 39 04001 09 Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 1 40 45269 Control Rod...

Page 15: ... accessory that has been altered or modified In addition the warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories which in the reasonable judgment of Scag are either incompatible with the Scag mower or adversely affect its operation performance or durability This warranty does not cover engines and electric starters which are warranted separately ...

Page 16: ...PART NO 03070 PRINTED 12 98 PRINTED IN USA 1998 SCAG POWER EQUIPMENT DIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE INC ...

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