Scag Power Equipment SSZ - Manual (Page 11)

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10. Release the parking brake. Check that the machine
does not creep forward or backward. If the ma-
chine does creep, adjust the neutral control. See
“Neutral Adjustment” instructions.
CAUTION: Stop engine and remove key from
ignition before making any adjustments. Wait
for all moving parts to come to a complete stop
before beginning work.
Engine and drive unit can get hot during op-
eration. Allow engine and drive components
to cool before making any adjustments.
11. Operate the machine forward and backward.
Check that all the systems function correctly. If the
machine does not move, make sure the hydraulic
dump valve lever near the left wheel is engaged.
(See Figure 1 page3)
To engage the parking brake, move the lever up and
out into the bracket. To disengage the parking
brake, pull the lever up and in, away from the
bracket. (See Figure 9)
Figure 9
INITIAL RUN, INSPECTION, AND
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS -
CONT’D
8. To start the engine:
a. Place control handles in neutral lock position.
b. Pull mower engagement switch to off position.
c.
Put parking brake in engaged position.
d. Adjust throttle and choke as required.
e.
Turn ignition key to start. Release ignition key
when engine starts. Key will return to RUN
position.
9. Pull the mower engagement switch out and push it
forward to engage the cutter drive belts. (See
Figure 8) Allow the belts to run for five minutes.
NOTE: For best belt life, engage the clutch at
half throttle and not under load.
NOTE: When the PTO is engaged (or possibly
disengaged), a squealing sound from the under
side of the machine is normal. It is caused by
the electric clutch plates meshing as the mower
comes up to speed.
Figure 8
CAUTION:
PULL UP
THEN FORWARD
TO ENGAGE
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MOWER DECK ON
MOWER DECK OFF
PULL UP AND PUSH
FORWARD TO ENGAGE
PULL BACK
TO DISENGAGE
PARKING BRAKE
OFF
ON
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