Scag Power Equipment STC - Manual (Page 16)

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Section 4
5. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove
the key.
4.9 AFTER OPERATION
1. Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use
high pressure spray or direct the spray onto
electrical components.
-IMPORTANT-
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold
water will damage the engine. Use compressed
air to clean the engine if it is hot.
2. Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat
damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit.
3. Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any
signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to cool
before removing the fuel tank cap and refueling.
4. After the mower has cooled down, fill the fuel tanks
with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of
operation.
5. Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
3. To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to
the disengage position.
4. Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly
maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug
down, reduce the forward speed and allow the
engine to operate at maximum RPM.
4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION
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. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED
OPERATION.
1. This mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions.
However, caution must be used when traveling on
slopes, especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass
reduces traction and steering control.
2. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or
stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at
reduced speed.
3. Keep tires properly inflated.
4.8 PARKING THE MOWER
1. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position.
2. Disengage the cutter blades
3. Slow the engine to idle speed.
4. Engage the parking brake.
WARNING: