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Operating instructions, Section 4, 1 controls and instrument identification – Scag Power Equipment WALK-BEHIND SWZ48V-17KAI User Manual

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Section 4

CAUTION

Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you
have read this manual. Learn the location and
purpose of all controls and instruments before
you operate this mower.

CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT

4.1
IDENTIFICATION

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.

Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1).

1.

The ignition switch

is used to start the engine. Turn the key to the on
position before pulling the recoil starter.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1).

2.

Used to engage

and disengage the mower drive system. Pulling up
on the switch will engage the deck drive. Pushing
down on the switch will disengage the deck drive.

Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1).

3.

Used to start

a cold engine.

Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1).

4.

Used to

control the engine speed. Pushing the lever forward
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the
IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.

Left Steering Control (Figure 4-1).

5.

Used to control

the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or
reverse. Pull upward for neutral and reverse.

Right Steering Control (Figure 4-1).

6.

Used to

control the mower's right wheel when traveling
forward or reverse. Pull upward for neutral and
reverse.

LEFT STEERING

CONTROL

IGNITION
SWITCH

MOWER

DECK

SWITCH

ENGINE
THROTTLE
CONTROL

RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL

NEUTRAL LATCH

NEUTRAL LATCH

OPERATOR PRESSENCE
CONTROL

OPERATOR PRESSENCE

CONTROL

BRAKE LEVER

SPEED CONTROL
LEVER

ENGINE CHOKE

CONTROL

Controls and Instruments

Figure 4-1.