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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Made in the USA by
R
MODEL SFZ
THIS MANUAL CONTAINS THE 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 THAT THIS
BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE
INSIDE COVER. BEFORE OPERATING YOUR
MACHINE, PLEASE READ ALL THE INFOR-
MATION ENCLOSED.
© 2007 PART NO. 03214
SCAG POWER EQUIPMENT PRINTED
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WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. * Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came with your mower. * DO NOT operate on steep slopes. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can back up the slope without the wheels slipping, reduce speed and use extreme caution. Under no circumstances should the machine be operated on slopes greater than 15 degrees. ALWAYS FOLLOW OS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SUBJECT PAGE Section 1 - General Information 1.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................1 1.2 Directional Reference.............................................................................................................1 1.3 Servicing the Engine and Drive Train Components ................................................................1 1.3 Symbols .....................
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TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D) SUBJECT PAGE Section 6 - Adjustments 6.1 Parking Brake Adjustment .................................................................................................... 22 6.2 Travel Adjustments............................................................................................................... 23 6.3 Throttle Control and Choke Adjustments ............................................................................. 24 6.4 Belt Adjustment ......................
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Section 1 GENERAL INFORMATION Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies 1.1 INTRODUCTION other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine. Your mower was built to the highest standards in the industry. Scag approved attachments and accessories: However, the prolonged life and maximum efficiency of your mower depends on you following the operating, GC-SFZ (p/n TBA) maintenance and adjustment instructions in this manual. Hurricane Mulch (p/n TBA) Mulch Plate (
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ISO Symbols SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Oil Falling Hazard Thrown Object Hazard WARNING FALLING HAZARD USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED RIDING ATTACHMENTS 481109 SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 2
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SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Slow Fast Cutting Element - Basic symbol Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Engage Pinch Point 481039S Hourmeter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage Read Operator's Manual Thown Object Hazard Keep Bystanders Away 3
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Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 2.1 INTRODUCTION Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely or operator error may result in serious bodily injury or hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that death. Hazard control and accident prevention are could result in high probability of death or irrepairable dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and injury if proper precautions are not taken. proper training of the pers
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Section 2 7. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English 12. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain the engine to cool for several minutes before adding this material to them. fuel. Never fuel indoors or in enclosed trailers. 8. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose 13. Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches, etc.), clothing, jewelry or long hair could get tangled in open flames and sparks away from the fuel
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Section 2 10. Disengage power to cutter deck before crossing roads, 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS walks or gravel drives. (CONT'D) 11. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. 2. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious when changing 12. NEVER raise the deck with the blades engaged. directions on slopes. 13. Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine 3. To prevent tipping or loss of cont
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Section 2 2.5 ROLL-OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM 3. Check the buckle and latch for proper operation and determine if the latch plate is exessively worn, deformed, or if the buckle is damaged or cracked. See Figure 2-1. WARNING: INSPECT BUCKLE & LATCH Seat belt must be securely fastened during operation. Failure to do so could cause serious injury or loss of life. This mower has been designed for good traction and stability INSPECT WEBBING under normal mowing conditions. However, caution must be used wh
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Section 2 11. Use jack stands to support components when 2.6 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & required. STORAGE 12. Carefully release pressure from components with 1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the stored energy. engine running unless specifically instructed to do so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts. WARNING: 2. Disengage drives, lower implement, set parking Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure. Keep brake, stop engine and rem
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Section 2 2.7 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483405 483505 483402 481568 483411 483406 483425 483556 482291 483467 2007 SFZ Safety Decals 9
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Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS 3.1 ENGINE General Type .............................................................................. Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Brand ......................................................................................... Briggs & Statton, Kawasaki Horsepower ............................................................................... 19 HP (Spec.#) (Scag Model SFZ48-19KA, SFZ52-19KA) 26 HP (Spec.# ) (Scag Model SFZ48-26BS, SFZ52-26BS) Cylinders....
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Section 3 -NOTE- 3.3 TRACTOR (CONT'D) The machine will travel at 8 mph for Travel Speed: transport purposes. For best cutting Forward ................................................................................. 0-8 MPH performance the forward travel speed Reverse ................................................................................. 0-5 MPH should be adjusted depending upon the cutting conditions. 3.4 CUTTER DECK Type: ...........................
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Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up on CAUTION: the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing down Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you on the switch will disengage the deck drive. have read this manual. Learn the location and purpose of all controls and instruments before you 3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a operate this mower. cold engine. 4. Engine Throttle Co
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Section 4 6. Hourmeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the number of hours the engine has been operated. It operates whenever the ignition key switch is in the ON position. Has preset maintenance reminders for engine and hydraulic system oil changes. Will start flashing scheduled maintenance 2 hours before preset time and continue flashing until 2 hours after. Automatically resets. DUMP VALVE 7. Fuse Holders (Figure 4-1). Two 20-amp fuses CONTROL LEVER protect the mower’s electrical system. To repla
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Section 4 5. Turn the ignition key to the START position and 4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES (First release the key as soon as the engine starts. Do not Day of Use or Approximately 20 Hours) hold the key in the START position for more than 15 seconds at a time. Allow at least 60 seconds between 1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4 each cranking attempt to prevent overheating of the and 8 hours. starter motor. Prolonged cranking can damage the starter motor and shorten
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Section 4 To steer the mower right while traveling forward, pull the To steer right while traveling in reverse, allow the right right steering control lever back. The further the lever is steering control lever to move forward. The further the pulled back, the quicker the mower will turn right. control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the mower will turn right. -NOTE- Smooth operation of the steering levers will To stop the reverse travel, allow the steering control produce smooth mower
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Section 4 3. To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to the 4.8 PARKING THE MOWER disengage position. 1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not 4. Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly park the machine on an incline. maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug down, reduce the forward speed and allow the engine 2. Place the steering control levers in the neutral to operate at maximum RPM. position. 3. Disengage the cutter blades. 4.7 HILLSIDE OP
