Scag Power Equipment SSZ - Manual (Page 6)

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25. Perform only the maintenance described in this
manual. If additional maintenance or major repairs
are needed, contact an authorized Scag Servicing
Dealer. To ensure optimum performance and
safety, always purchase genuine Scag replacement
parts and accessories. Never use “WILL FIT”
replacement parts and accessories made by another
manufacturer. Using such parts may void the
warranty.
Do not operate the machine while wearing sandals,
tennis shoes, sneakers, or shorts. Also, do not wear
loose fitting clothing which could get caught in mov-
ing parts. Always wear long pants and substantial
shoes.
.
Wearing safety glasses and safety shoes is
advisable.
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 opera-
tion. Allow engine and drive components to cool
before making any adjustments.
To prevent personal injury or equipment damage,
do not operate the machine without the cutter deck
properly mounted.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - CONT’D
16. Keep the machine and attachments in good
operating condition. Make sure all safety devices
and shields are in place and operate the equipment
as intended.
17. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure
equipment is in safe operating condition.
18. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank
in a building where fumes may reach an open
flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before
storing the machine in any enclosure.
19. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of
grass, leaves, or excess lubricants.
20. If the machine or attachments strike a foreign
object, disengage the power to the attachments and
stop the engine immediately. Wait for all moving
parts to stop, then inspect for damage. Repair the
damage before restarting or operating the
equipment.
21. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine.
22. When using the machine with a mower:
a. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
b. Never dismount the machine to adjust the
cutting height while the engine is running.
c. Shut the engine off and remove the key before
removing the grass catcher or unclogging the
chute.
d. Check the blade mounting bolts frequently for
proper tightness.
23. Disengage the power to the blades before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after careful observation of
the entire area behind the mower.
24. The discharge chute must be installed and be in the
down position on a side discharge mower except
when the optional grass catcher or the mulching
plate is completely installed. If the discharge chute
clogs, shut the engine off, remove the key, and wait
for all movement to stop before removing any
obstruction.
WARNING:
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