MB QUART SCR - Manual (Page 28)

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Steering Handle Adjustment
The steering handles should be positioned in line with each
other for easy one-handed control. (See Figure 6-7). The
handles can then be adjusted forward or backwards to
accommodate the operator.
1. Shut off the mower’s engine and engage the parking
brake.
2. Loosen the two bolts for each steering handle and pivot
the handles forward or back as desired.
3. Keep the handles aligned and tighten the bolts.
Figure 6-7 Steering Handle Adjustment
6.4 BELT ADJUSTMENT
All drive belts and cutter deck belts are spring loaded and
self-tensioning. The belts should be checked periodically
for proper alignment and wear.
WARNING:
Before removing any guards, shut the
engine off and remove the ignition key.
Keep Handles
Aligned
Adjustment Bolt
SCR 2K SHA
Gap
6.5 BELT ALIGNMENT
Belt alignment is important for proper performance of
your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear
or breakage, see your authorized Scag service center for
belt adjustment.
Cutter Deck Engagement Belt Adjustment
This adjustment should be made after the initial break
in (first 8 Hours of operation) and checked every 40
hours thereafter.
1. Check the tension on the belt. (See Figure 6-6).
There should be 1/2" deflection with 10lbs. of force
at the longest span between pulleys.
2. To increase or decrease the belt tension, loosen the
jam nuts on the control rod and turn until the proper
belt tension is achieved. (See Figure 6-6)
Figure 6-6 Engagement Belt Adjustment
SCR 2001 CDBA
Control Rod
Belt Tension
4. Maintain gap between steering handles. If gap does
not exist, contact your authorized Scag service center.
6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOKE
ADJUSTMENT
These adjustments must be peformed by your Scag
dealer to ensure proper and effecient running of the
engine. Should either need adjustment, contact your
authorized Scag service center.