Scag Power Equipment SW User manual

MODEL SW

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

THIS MANUALCONTAINSTHE OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA-

TION FOR YOUR SCAG MOWER. READING

THIS MANUAL CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH

ASSISTANCE IN MAINTENANCE AND AD-

JUSTMENT PROCEDURES TO KEEP YOUR

MOWER PERFORMING TO MAXIMUM EFFI-

CIENCY. THE SPECIFIC MODELS THATTHIS

BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE

INSIDECOVER. BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR

MACHINE, PLEASE READ ALL THE INFOR-

MATION ENCLOSED.

PART NO. 03189

PRINTED7/06

PRINTED IN USA

SCAGPOWEREQUIPMENT

DIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE, INC.

REMEMBER -YOUR MOWER 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

operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.

Alwaysusetheentireserialnumber listed on the serial number

tagwhenreferringtothisproduct.

Thismanualcoverstheoperatinginstructions

andillustratedparts list for:

SW32-15KAI with a serial number of C3000001 to C3099999

SW36A-15KH with a serial number of C3100001 to C3199999

SW36A-16KAI with a serial number of C3200001 to C3299999

SW48V-15KH with a serial number of C3300001 to C3399999

SW48V-16KAI with a serial number of C3400001 to C3499999

SW52V-17KAI with a serial number of C3500001 to C3599999

SW52V-18KH with a serial number of C3600001 to C3699999

FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES

MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

* Keepallshields in place,especiallythegrassdischarge chute.

* Beforeperforminganymaintenanceor service, stop the machine and

removethesparkplugwireand ignition key.

* Ifamechanism becomes clogged, stoptheenginebeforecleaning.

* Keephands,feetandclothingawayfrom power-driven parts.

* Readthismanualcompletelyaswellasothermanualsthatcamewith

yourmower.

* Keepothersoff the tractor (only onepersonatatime).

* DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attemp to back up

it(withthe cutter deck down). If the machinecanbackupthe

slopewithoutthewheels slipping, reduce speed and useextreme

caution. ALWAYSFOLLOWOSHAAPPROVEDOPERATION.

* DONOT mow on wetgrass. Wetgrassreduces traction and steering

control.

WARNING:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

MODEL SW

WE SUPPORT OPE

TECHNICIAN

CERTIFICATION

SUBJECT PAGE

Introduction.................................................................................................. 1

Direction Reference..................................................................................... 1

Servicing the Engine ................................................................................... 1

Symbols....................................................................................................... 2-3

General Safety Instructions.......................................................................... 4

Signal Words ............................................................................................... 4

Before Operation Considerations ................................................................ 4-6

Operation Considerations............................................................................ 6-7

Maintenance and Storage ........................................................................... 7-8

Initial Run-In Procedures ............................................................................. 8

Mower Operation ......................................................................................... 8-9

Cutter Deck Belt Adjustments...................................................................... 9

Transmission Drive Belt............................................................................... 10

Drive Control Adjustments........................................................................... 10

Cutter Deck Adjustments ............................................................................. 10-11

Blade Height Adjustments ........................................................................... 11

Cutter Blades............................................................................................... 11

Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment..................................................................... 12

Engine Oil Maintenance .............................................................................. 13

Engine Air Cleaner Maintenance................................................................. 13

Cleaning The Machine ................................................................................ 13

Lubrication and Maintenance Chart ............................................................ 14

Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions ............................................................ 15-17

Technical Specifications .............................................................................. 18-19

TABLE OF CONTENTS

(CONTINUED)

SUBJECT PAGE

Illustrated Parts List

SWM-32", 36" Cutter Deck .......................................................................... 20-21

SWM-48", 52" Cutter Deck .......................................................................... 22-23

Notes .......................................................................................................... 24

Caster Assembly ......................................................................................... 25

Engine Deck................................................................................................ 26-27

Handle Assembly ........................................................................................ 28-29

InstrumentPanel.......................................................................................... 30

Peerless Transmission................................................................................. 31

Engine Deck Wire Harness ......................................................................... 32

Handle Wire Harness .................................................................................. 32

Wire Harness Adapter-Kawasaki (15 HP, 16 HP & 17 HP).......................... 33

Replacement Decals ................................................................................... 34-35

WarrantyStatement.........................................................................InsideBackCover

GENERAL INFORMATION

INTRODUCTION

Your mower was built to the highest standards in the

industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum

efficiency of your mower depends on you following the

operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this

manual.

If additional information or service is needed, contact

your Scag Power Equipment Dealer.

We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All

Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to

service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient

service in the field or at their service shop. They carry a

full line of Scag service parts.

THE REPLACEMENT OF ANY PART ON THIS

PRODUCT BY OTHER THAN THE

MANUFACTURER'S AUTHORIZED

REPLACEMENT PART MAY ADVERSELY

AFFECT THE PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY

OR SAFETY OF THIS PRODUCT.

USE OF OTHER THAN ORIGINAL SCAG

REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE

WARRANTY.

USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS

AND ACCESSORIES.

Attachments and accessories manufactured by

companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not

approved for use on this machine. Using unapproved

attachments, (especially "stand-up" riding attachments)

may be hazardous.

GC-F4 (p/n 9055)

GC-4D (p/n 9054)

Mulch Plate (p/n 9258, 9286, 9287)

Hurricane Mulch System (p/n 9263, 9283, 9284)

Cup Holder (p/n 9240)

Hour Meter (p/n 48023)

Turbo Baffle (p/n 424208)

Blade Buddy (p/n 9212)

SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND

ACCESSORIES:

SERVICING THE ENGINE

The detailed servicing and repair of the engine is not

covered in this manual; only routine maintenance and

general service instructions are provided. For service of

the engine during the limited warranty period, it is

important to contact your Scag dealer or find a local

authorized servicing agent of the engine manufacturer.

Any unauthorized work done on the engine during the

warranty period may void your warranty.

DIRECTION REFERENCE

The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the

machine are referenced from the operator’s right and left

when standing in the normal operating position and facing

the forward travel direction.

For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures in this

manual may show shields, guards or plates open or

removed. Under no circumstances should your mower be

operated without these devices in place.

All information is based upon product information

available at the time of approval for printing. Scag

Power Equipment reserves the right to make

changes at any time without notice and without

incurring any obligation.

WARNING

FALLING HAZARD

USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED

RIDING ATTACHMENTS

SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL

481109

TransmissionChoke

On/Start Spring Tension on Idler

Oil

Off/Stop

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

ISO Symbols

SpinningBlade

48071S

Parking Brake

FallingHazard Thrown Object

Slow

Fast

Cutting Element - Engage

Cutting Element - Basic Symbol

Cutting Element - Disengage

Continuously Variable - Linear

Read Operator's Manual

Keep Bystanders Away

Pinch Point

481039S

SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION

Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours

Thrown Object Hazard

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

Your mower is only as safe as the operator.

Carelessness or operator error may result in serious

bodily injury or death. Hazard control and accident

prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern,

prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in

the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of the

equipment. Make sure every operator is properly trained

and thoroughly familiar with all of the controls before

operating the mower. The owner/user can prevent and is

responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to

themselves, other people or property.

READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO START YOUR MOWER.

SIGNAL WORDS

This symbol means “Attention! Become Alert! Your

Safety is Involved!" The symbol is used with the

following signal words to attract your attention to safety

messages found on the decals on the machine and

throughout this manual. The message that follows the

symbol contains important information about safety. To

avoid injury and possible death, carefully read the

message! Be sure to fully understand the causes of

possible injury or death.

A replacement manual is available from your authorized

Scag Service Dealer or by contacting Scag Power

Equipment, Service Department at P.O. Box 152,

Mayville, WI 53050 or contact us via the Internet at

www.scag.com. The manual for your machine can be

downloaded by using the model and serial number or use

the contact form to make your request. Please indicate

the complete model and serial number of your Scag

product when requesting replacement manuals.

If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English or

Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain this

material to them.

Signal Word:

The signal word is a distinctive word found on the safety

decals on the machine and throughout this manual that

alerts the viewer to the existence and relative degree of

the hazard.

The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely

hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that

could result in high probability of death or irreparable

injury if proper precautions are not taken.

WARNING:

The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazard

exists on or near the machine that can result in injury or

death if proper precautions are not taken.

CAUTION:

The signal word “CAUTION” is a reminder of safety

practices on or near the machine that could result in

personal injury if proper precautions are not taken.

Your safety and the safety of others depends

significantly upon your knowledge and understanding of

all correct operating practices and procedures of this

machine.

BEFORE OPERATION

CONSIDERATIONS

1. Become familiar with the safe operation of the

equipment, operator controls, and safety signs.

2. NEVER allow children or untrained people to

operate or service this machine.

3. DO NOT allow children to ride or play on the

machine, it is not a toy.

4. Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could be

picked up and thrown by the cutter blades.

BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

(CONT'D)

5. Always wear appropriate clothing. Loose fitting

clothing, long hair or jewelry could get tangled in

moving parts. Do not operate the machine wearing

shorts; always wear adequate protective clothing

including long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety

shoes and a helmet is advisable and is required by

some local ordinances and insurance regulations.

8. Before attempting to start the engine, shift the

transmission into neutral, move the blade engagement

switch to the OFF position, and move the neutral

latches to neutral.

WARNINGWARNING

DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE, MULCHING

KIT, OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER INSTALLED

9. The discharge chute must always be installed and in

the down position on the side discharge cutter deck

except when the Scag optional grass catcher or

mulching plate are properly installed.

Always wear hearing protection. Operating

this machine over prolonged periods of time

can cause loss of hearing.

WARNING:

6. Keep the machine and attachments in good operating

condition. Keep all shields and safety devices in

place. If a shield, safety device or decal is defective

or damaged, repair or replace it before operating the

machine.

This machine is equipped with an interlock system

intended to protect the operator and others from

injury. This is accomplished by preventing the

engine from starting unless the deck drive is

disengaged and the transmission is in neutral. The

systemshuts off the engine if the operator releases

the operator presence levers with the deck drive

engaged and/or the transmission not in neutral.

Never operate equipment with the interlock system

disconnected or malfunctioning.

WARNING:

7. Fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh gasoline, with a

minimum octane rating of 87, and up to a maximum

of 10% ethanol. To avoid personal injury or property

damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline.

Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are

explosive.

B. Use only an approved gasoline container.

A. Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches,

etc.), open flames and sparks away from the fuel

tank and fuel container.

C. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine.

Allow the engine to cool for several minutes

before adding fuel.

D. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed

trailer.

E. Never store the machine or fuel container where

there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as

on a water heater or other appliances.

F. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck

or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place

containers on the ground away from your vehicle

beforefilling.

G. Remove the machine from the truck or trailer and

fuel on the ground. If this is not possible, then

refuel the machine with a portable container,

rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

H. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of fuel

tankor container opening at all timesuntil fueling

is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

I. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing

immediately.

J. Replace gas cap and tighten securely.

BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

(CONT'D) B. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden

hazards in the terrain. Keep away from any

dropoff. Beware of overhead obstructions (low

limbs,etc),undergroundobstacles(sprinklers,

pipes, tree roots, etc.). Cautiously enter a new

area. Be alert for hidden hazards.

WARNING:

DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope,

attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If

the machine can not back up the slope without the

wheels slipping, do not operate the machine on this

slope.

ALWAYS travel across the slope whenever possible.

Never up and down the slope.

Reducespeedand usecautionwhenturning,operating

onslopes, slickorwet surfaces. Allowextradistance

to stop.

Operate the machine smoothly, no sudden turns,

starts or stops on a slope.

ALWAYS be sureofyour footing. Keepa firm holdon

thehandles and walk---neverrun.

DONOT mowneardrop-offs,ditchesorembankments.

Themachine couldsuddenlyroll overif a wheelgoes

over the edge or if the edge caves in.

DO NOT permit untrained personnel to operate the

machine.

ALWAYS FOLLOWOSHAAPPROVED OPERATION

7. Disengage power to the cutter deck before backing

up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely

necessary and then only after observation of the

entire area behind the mower. If you must mow in

reverse, maintain a constant lookout to the rear of

the machine and mow slowly.

WARNING:

DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged

discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to

remove clogged material after the engine has

stopped running and the blades have stopped

turning.

10. If the mower discharge ever plugs, shut off the

engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all

movement to stop before removing the obstruction.

11. Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals

for proper tightness.

OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS

3. Be sure the interlock switches are functioning

correctly.

2. Start the engine when the neutral latches are in the

neutral lock position, the cutter blades are disen-

gaged, and the transmission is in neutral.

1. 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.

4. DO NOT mow when children and/or others are

present. Keep children out of the mowing area and in

the watchful care of a responsible adult other than

the operator. Be alert and turn the machine off if a

child enters the area.

5. DO NOT carry passengers.

6. Using the machine demands attention. To prevent

lossofcontrol:

A. Mow only in daylight or when there is good

artificiallight.

8. Disengage power to the cutter deck before crossing

roads, walks or gravel drives. Stop blades if not

mowing.

9. Shut the engine off and wait until the blades come to

a complete stop before removing the grass catcher

container.

10. Never raise the cutter deck while the blades are

rotating.

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