Scag Power Equipment FREEDOM Z SFZ48-26BS - Manual (Page 15)

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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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). 1. The ignition switch
is used to start the engine and has three positions;
OFF, ON, and START.
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.
Fuel Gauge (Figure 4-1). 5. Indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank.
CUTTER DECK
RELEASE LEVER
RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
FAST
SLO W MOWER DECK
PULL OUT TO ENGAGE
PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE
DECK LIFT
PARKING
BRAKE
LEFT STEERING
CONTROL
DUMP VALVE DUMP VALVE
IGNITION
SWITCH
MOWER
DECK
SWITCH
ENGINE
THROTTLE
CONTROL
ENGINE
CHOKE
CONTROL
HOUR METER
SEAT HOLD DOWN
RELEASE LATCH
FUEL GAUGE
SEAT BELT
Controls and Instruments Figure 4-1.