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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
2. Never make adjustments to the machine with the
engine running unless specifically instructed to do so.
If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from moving parts.
3. Remove the key from the ignition switch and
disconnect the wire from the spark plug(s) to prevent
accidental starting of the engine when servicing,
adjusting or storing the machine.
14. Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure. Keep
body and hands away from pinholes or nozzles that
eject hydraulic fluid under high pressure. If you need
service on your hydraulic system, please see your
authorized Scag dealer. Hydraulic fluid under high
pressure may have sufficient force to penetrate skin
and cause serious injury. If hydraulic fluid is injected
into the skin, it must be surgically removed within a
few hours by a doctor or gangrene may result.
1. Allow only trained personnel to service the machine.
6. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's
manual for information on engine settings.
7. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass,
leaves, excessive grease, oil and dirt.
4. If the mower must be tipped to perform maintenance
or adjustment, remove the battery, drain the gasoline
from the fuel tank and the oil from the crankcase.
5. Be sure the machine is in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check the
blade mounting bolts and nuts frequently to be sure
they are tightened.
8. The engine must be shut off before checking the oil
or adding oil to the crankcase.
9. Allow the engine to cool before storing the mower in
any enclosure such as a garage or storage shed.
Make sure the fuel tank is empty if the machine is to
be stored in excess of 30 days. Do not store the
mower near any open flame or where gasoline
fumes may be ignited by a spark.
10. Always store gasoline in a safety-approved, red
container.
11. Be careful when servicing the battery as it contains
acid, which is corrosive and could cause burns to
skin and clothing.
12. Batteries release explosive gases when being
charged or discharged. Keep batteries away from
any source of sparks and/or flame.
13. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before starting the machine.
INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (FIRST
DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 10
HOURS)
1. Check the belts for proper tension at 2, 4 and 8
hours. Adjust as needed.
2. Check the steering control rods and the speed
control for neutral adjustment. (See Adjust
ments, page 12-13)
3. Check the tires for proper pressure.
Caster Wheels
25 psi.
Drive Wheels
12 psi.
4. Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.
5. Check the safety switches for proper adjustment:
*
On electric start machines the engine should
crank and start if the machine is in neutral,
the PTO engagement switch is OFF and the
parking brake is ON.
6. Apply lubricant to all the grease fittings.
Lubricant was applied at the factory. This is just a
precautionary check to make sure that all the
fittings have been lubricated.
