Scag Power Equipment SW User manual

MODEL SW
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
THIS MANUALCONTAINS THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY INFORMA-
TION FOR YOUR SCAG MOWER. READING
THIS MANUAL CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH
ASSISTANCE IN MAINTENANCE AND AD-
JUSTMENT PROCEDURES TO KEEP YOUR
MOWER PERFORMING TO MAXIMUM EFFI-
CIENCY. THE SPECIFIC MODELS THATTHIS
BOOK COVERS ARE CONTAINED ON THE
INSIDECOVER. BEFORE OPERATINGYOUR
MACHINE, PLEASE READ ALL THE INFOR-
MATION ENCLOSED.
PART NUMBER 03099
MODELO SW
MANUAL DE OPERADOR

FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
* Keep all shields in place, especially the grass discharge chute.
* Before performing any maintenance or service, stop the machine and
remove the spark plug wire and ignition key.
* If a mechanism becomes clogged, stop the engine before cleaning.
* Keep hands, feet and clothing away from power-driven parts.
* Read this manual completely as well as other manuals that came
with your mower.
* Keep others off the tractor (only one person at a time)
REMEMBER -YOUR MOWER IS ONLY AS SAFE ASTHE OPERATOR!
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence, and proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.
This manual covers the operating instructions
and illustrated parts list for:
SW32-13KA with a serial number of 7300001 to 7309999
SW36A-13KA with a serial number of 7310001 to 7319999
SW36A-13KH with a serial number of 7320001 to 7329999
SW36A-15KA with a serial number of 7330001 to 7339999
SW48A-15KA with a serial number of 7340001 to 7349999
SW48A-17KA with a serial number of 7350001 to 7359999
SW52A-17KA with a serial number of 7360001 to 7369999
Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number
tag when referring to this product.
WARNING:

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ÍNDICE
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SUBJECT PAGE
TEMA PÁGINA
Introduction ...........................................................................................................1
Introducción.............................................................................................................16
General Safety Instructions .................................................................................1
Instrucciones generales de seguridad ....................................................................16
Signal Words..........................................................................................................1
Palabras de señal....................................................................................................16
Symbols .................................................................................................................2-3
Símbolos .................................................................................................................17-18
Before Operating...................................................................................................4
Antes de operar.......................................................................................................19
While Operating.....................................................................................................4
Mientras opera.........................................................................................................19
Maintenance and Storage.....................................................................................5
Mantenimientoyalmacenaje ...................................................................................20
Initial Run-In Procedures......................................................................................6
Procedimientos de arranque inicial..........................................................................21
Mower Operation................................................................................................... 6
Operación del cortacésped.....................................................................................21
Cutter Deck Belt Adjustments .............................................................................7
Ajustes de las correas de la plataforma de corte....................................................22
Transmission Drive Belt ....................................................................................... 8
Correa de transmisión .............................................................................................23
Drive Control Adjustments ..................................................................................8
Ajustes de control motriz.........................................................................................23
Cutter Deck Adjustments .....................................................................................8
Ajustes de la plataforma de corte............................................................................23
Blade Height Adjustments ...................................................................................9
Ajuste de altura de las cuchillas ..............................................................................24
Cutter Blades.........................................................................................................9
Cuchillas de corte ...................................................................................................24
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TECHNICIAN
CERTIFICATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
(CONTINUED)
SUBJECT PAGE
TEMA PÁGINA
Lubrication and Maintenance Chart ....................................................................10
Lubricación y mantenimiento...................................................................................25
Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions ..................................................................11-13
Identificación de fallas en las condiciones de corte ................................................26-28
Technical Specifications.......................................................................................14-15
Especificaciones técnicas.......................................................................................29-30
Notes .....................................................................................................................31
Notas .....................................................................................................................31
Illustrated Parts List
Listas ilustradas de piezas
SWM-32", 36" Cutter Decks........................................................................ 32-33
Plataforma de corte - SWM-32, -36...............................................................32-33
SWM-48", 52" Cutter Decks........................................................................ 34-35
Plataformas de corte - SWM-48, -52.............................................................34-35
Engine Deck..................................................................................................36-37
Plataformadelmotor......................................................................................36-37
Handle Assembly......................................................................................... 38-39
Componentesdelas manijas........................................................................ 38-39
Instrument Panel..........................................................................................40
Tablerode control...........................................................................................40
PeerlessTransmission................................................................................ 41
TransmisiónPeerless.....................................................................................41
Engine DeckWire Harness - 14 Kawasaki................................................ 42
Cableado de la plataforma del motor - Kawasaki 14.....................................42
Wire HarnessW/Relay................................................................................. 42
Cableadocon relevador.................................................................................42
HandleWire Harness-Manual Start............................................................42
Cableadodelasmanijas - Arranquemanual.................................................42
Engine DeckWire Harness-Kohler (Single Cyl.) & 17 KA........................43
Cableado de la plataforma del motor - Kohler (monocilíndrico) y 17KA 43
Replacement Decals.....................................................................................44-45
Calcomaníasderepuesto........................................................................... 44-45
Warranty Statement.......................................................................Inside Back Cover
Garantía...................................................................................................Contraportada
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ÍNDICE
(continuación)

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SIGNAL WORDS
Thissymbolmeans“Attention!BecomeAlert!Your
SafetyisInvolved!". Thesymbolisusedwiththe
followingsignalwordstoattractyourattentiontosafety
messagesfoundonthedecalsandthroughoutthis
manual. Themessagethatfollowsthesymbolcontains
importantinformationaboutsafety. Toavoidinjuryand
possibledeath,carefullyreadthemessage! Besureto
fullyunderstandthecausesofpossibleinjuryordeath.
SignalWord:
Itisadistinctivewordonsafetydecalsandthroughout
thismanualthatalertstheviewertotheexistenceand
relativedegreeofthehazard.
Thesignalword“DANGER”denotesthatanextremely
hazardoussituationexistsonornearthemachinethat
couldresultinhighprobabilityofdeathorirrepairable
injuryifproperprecautionsarenottaken.
Thesignalword“WARNING”denotesthatahazard
existsonornearthemachinethatcanresultininjuryor
deathifproperprecautionsarenottaken.
Thesignalword“CAUTION”isareminderofsafety
practicesonornearthemachinethatcouldresultin
personalinjuryifproperprecautionsarenottaken.
INTRODUCTION
Yourmowerwasbuilttothehigheststandardsinthe
industry. However,theprolongedlifeandmaximum
efficiencyofyourmowerdependsonyoufollowingthe
operating,maintenanceandadjustmentinstructionsin
thismanual.
Weencourageyoutocontactyourdealerforrepairs.
AllScagdealersareinformedofthelatestmethodsto
servicethisequipmentandprovidepromptandefficient
serviceinthefieldorattheirserviceshop. Theycarrya
fulllineofScagserviceparts.
AreplacementOperator'sManualisavailablefromyour
ScagServicingDealerorbycontactingScagPower
Equipment,ServiceDepartmentatP.O.Box152,
Mayville,WI 53050. Pleaseindicatethecomplete
modelandserialnumberofyourScagproduct.
USEOFOTHERTHANORIGINALSCAG
REPLACEMENTPARTSWILLVOIDTHE
WARRANTY.
The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the
machinearereferencedfromtheoperator’s perspec-
tive when in the normal operating position and facing
theforwardtraveldirection.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READTHISOPERATOR'SMANUALand
instructionsfurnishedwithattachments.
Performonlythosemaintenanceproceduresdescribed
in this manual. If major repairs are ever needed or
assistanceis desired,contact anAuthorized Scag
Dealer. To ensure optimum performance and safety,
always purchase genuine SCAG replacement parts
andaccessories.
Your safety and the safety of others depends
significantlyupon yourknowledge andunderstanding
ofall correctoperating practicesandprocedures of
thismachine.
WARNING:
CAUTION:

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CE Mark
TransmissionChoke
On/Start Spring Tension on Idler
Oil
Off/Stop
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
ISO Symbols
SpinningBlade
48071S
Parking Brake
WARNING
FALLING HAZARD
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED
RIDING ATTACHMENTS
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL
481109
FallingHazard

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SlowFast
Cutting element - Engage
Cutting element - Basic symbol
Cutting element - Disengage
Continuously variable - Linear
Read operator's manual
Keep bystanders away
Pinch Point
481039S
SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION
Hourmeter/elapsed operating hours

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BEFORE OPERATING
1. Knowthecontrolsandhowtostopquickly.
2. Donotallowchildrentooperatethemachine. Do
notallowadultstooperatethemachinewithout
properinstruction.
3. Iftheoperator(s)ormechanic(s)cannotread
Englishitistheowner'sresponsibilitytoexplainthis
materialtothem.
4. Removealldebrisorotherobjectsthatmightbe
pickedupandthrownbythecutterblades. Keepall
bystandersawayfromthemowingarea.
5. Keepallshields,safetydevices,anddecalsinplace.
Ifashield,safetydeviceordecalisdefectiveor
damaged,repairorreplaceitbeforeoperating.
Also,checkallnuts,boltsandscrewsforproper
tightness,toassurethemachineisinsafeoperating
condition.
6. Donotoperatethemachinewhilewearingsandals,
tennisshoes,sneakersorshorts. Also,donotwear
loosefittingclothingwhichcouldgetcaughtin
movingparts. Alwayswearlongpantsandsubstan-
tialshoes. Wearingsafetyglassesandsafetyshoes
isadvisableandrequiredbysomelocalordinances
andinsuranceregulations.
7. Theowner/usercanpreventandisresponsiblefor
accidentsorinjuriesoccuringtothemselves,other
peopleorproperty.
8. Fillthefueltankwithclean,freshgasoline,witha
minimumoctaneratingof87. Avoidspillinggaso-
line. Gasolineishighlyflammable,handleitcarefully.
A. Useanapprovedgasolinecontainer.
B. Donotfillthetankwhiletheengineishotor
running.
C. Donotsmokewhilehandlinggasoline.
D. Fillthefueltankoutdoorsanduptoapproxi-
mately1"(25mm)belowthebottomofthefiller
neck.
E. Wipeupanyspilledgasoline.
9. Beforeattemptingtostarttheengine,shiftthe
transmissionintoneutral,movethebladeengage-
mentswitchtotheOFFposition,andmovethe
neutrallatchestoneutral.
WHILE OPERATING
1. Donotoperatethemachineundertheinfluenceof
alcoholordrugs.
2. Starttheenginewhentheneutrallatchesareinthe
neutrallockposition,thecutterbladesaredisen-
gaged,andthetransmissionisinneutral.
3. Donotruntheengineinaconfinedareawithout
adequateventilation. Exhaustfumesarehazardous
andcouldpossiblybedeadly.
4. Usingthemachinedemandsattention. To
preventlossofcontrol:
A. Mowonlyindaylightorwhenthereisgood
artificiallight.
B. Watchforholesorotherhiddenhazards.
C. Donotdriveclosetoadrop-off,ditch,creek
bank,orotherhazard.
D. Reducespeedwhenmakingsharpturnsand
whenturningonhillsides.
E. Alwaysbesureofyourfooting. Keepafirm
holdonthehandlesandwalk---neverrun.
F. Donotoperatewhereconditionsareslippery.
5. Thedischargechutemustalwaysbeinstalledandin
thedownpositiononthesidedischargecutterdeck
exceptwhentheScagoptionalgrasscatcheror
mulchingplateareproperlyinstalled. Ifthedis-
chargeareashouldplug,shuttheengineoffandwait
forallmovementtostopbeforeremovingthe
obstruction.
6. Disengagethebladesandwaitforthemtostop
beforecrossinggraveldrives,walksorroads.
7. Shuttheengineoffandwaituntilthebladescometo
acompletestopbeforeremovingthegrasscatcher
container.
8. Neverraisethecutterdeckwhilethebladesare
rotating.

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14. Donotpassorstandonthegrassdischargesideof
anymowerwiththeenginerunning. Stopoperation
whenanotherpersonapproaches.
9. Alwaysparkthemowerand/orstarttheengineona
levelsurface.
10. Ifthecuttingbladesshouldstrikeasolidobjector
theequipmentshouldstarttovibrateabnormally,
stoptheengine,disconnectthesparkplugwire,and
checkimmediatelyforthecause. Vibrationis
generallyawarningoftrouble.Checkthemachine
fordamagedordefectiveparts. Repairanydamage
beforestartingtheengineoroperatingthecutter
deck. Besurethebladesareingoodconditionand
thebladeboltsaretight.
11. Reducespeedandexerciseextremecautionon
slopesandinsharpturnstopreventtippingorloss
ofcontrol. Beespeciallycautiouswhenchanging
directionsonslopes.
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
extremecaution. ALWAYSFOLLOWOSHA
APPROVEDOPERATION.
12. Donottouchtheengineormufflerwhiletheengine
isrunningorsoonafteritisstopped.Theseareas
couldbehotenoughtocauseaburn.
13. Beforeleavingtheoperator’spositionorleavingthe
mowerunattended,shiftthetransmissioninto
neutral,placetheneutrallatchesintheneutrallock
position,andmovethebladeengagementswitchto
OFF. ShuttheengineOFFandremovethekey.
15. UseonlyScagapprovedattachmentsandaccessories.
ScagApprovedAttachments:
RS-2
RS-ZT
GC-F4
GC-4D
ScagApprovedAccessories:
MulchMaster
TractionPlus
Adjust-A-Grip
TurboBaffle
Usingunapprovedattachments,(especially"stand-up"
ridingattachments)maybehazardous.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Allowonlytrainedpersonneltoservicethemachine.
1. Disconnectthesparkplugwirefromthesparkplug
topreventaccidentalstartingoftheenginewhen
servicing,adjustingorstoringthemachine.
2. Ifthemowermustbetippedtoperformmainte-
nanceoradjustment,removethebattery,drainthe
gasolinefromthefueltankandtheoilfromthe
crankcase.
3. Toreducepotentialfirehazard,keeptheenginefree
ofexcessivegrease,grass,leavesandaccumulations
ofdirt.
4. Besurethemachineisinsafeoperatingconditionby
keepingnuts,bolts,andscrewstight. Checkthe
blademountingboltsandnutsfrequentlytobesure
theyaretight.
5. Iftheenginemustberunningtoperformamainte-
nanceadjustment,keephands,feet,clothingand
otherpartsofthebodyawayfromthecutterdeck
bladesandothermovingparts.
6. Donotoverspeedtheenginebychanginggovernor
settings. Tobesureofsafetyandaccuracy,havean
authorizeddealercheckmaximumenginespeedwith
atachometer.
7. Theenginemustbeshutoffbeforecheckingtheoil
oraddingoiltothecrankcase.
WARNING
FALLING HAZARD
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED
RIDING ATTACHMENTS
SEE OPERATOR'S MANUAL 481109
WARNING:

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8. Allowtheenginetocoolbeforestoringthemowerin
anyenclosuresuchasagarageorstorageshed.
Makesurethefueltankisemptyifthemachineisto
bestoredin excessof30days.Do not storethe
mowernearanyopenflameorwheregasolinefumes
maybeignitedbyaspark.
9. Alwaysstoregasolineinasafety-approved,red
container.
10. Be careful when servicing the battery as it con-
tains acid, which is corrosive and could cause
burnstoskinandclothing.
11. Batteriesreleaseexplosivegaseswhenbeing
chargedordischarged. Keepbatteriesawayfrom
anysourceofsparksand/orflame.
INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES
(FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXI-
MATELY 10 HOURS)
1. Check the belts for proper tension at 2, 4 and 8
hours. Adjust as needed.
2. Check the steering control rods for neutral
adjustment. (See Adjustments, page 6)
3. Checkthetiresforproperpressure.
CasterWheels 25psi.
DriveWheels 15 psi.
4. Checkforloosehardware. Tightenasneeded.
5. Checkthesafetyswitchesforproperadjustment:
* Theenginewillcrank,butnotstartifthe
machineisnotinneutral.
* Onelectricstartmachines,theenginewillnot
crankifthePTOswitchison.
* Theengineshouldcrankandstartifthe
machineisinneutralandthePTOengagement
switchisOFF.
6. Applylubricanttoallthegreasefittings.
Lubricantwasappliedatthefactory. Thisis
justaprecautionarychecktomakesurethat
allthefittingshavebeenlubricated.
1. Readandunderstandthesafetyinstructions
before attempting to operate this machine.
2. Before starting the engine:
* Check the oil level in the engine.
* Fillthefueltankwithclean,fresh,lead-free
gasoline.
*Openthefuelvalveonthebottomofthefuel
tank.
MOWER OPERATION
-NOTE-
Use gasoline with an octane rating no less than
87.
* The transmission must be in NEUTRAL.
* The blade clutch switch must be in the OFF
position.
* The operator's presence levers must be
released.
* The neutral latches must be in the neutral
lock position.
* The key switch must be on.
3. Start the engine:
* Choke as required. If the engine is cold, pull
the choke knob out. When the engine starts,
slowly push the choke in. If the engine stalls,
repeat the above operation. When the engine
is warm, choking may not be necessary.
4. Engagethecutterbladesbydepressingtheoperator
presenceleversandpullingthebladeclutchswitch
intotheONposition. PushtheswitchtotheOFF
positiontodisengagethecutterblades.
390S0138
PULL UP TO ENGAGE
PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE

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-NOTE-
When PTO is engaged or (possibly) disengaged,
a squealing sound from the underside of the
machine is normal. It is caused by the electric
clutch plates meshing as the cutter blades come
up to speed. For best equipment life, engage the
clutch with the engine at 3/4 throttle, not under
full load.
To avoid serious bodily injury and damage to the
transmission, the machine must be at a full stop
before shifting between gears or shifting between
forward and reverse.
5. Shift the transmission into gear for the desired
mowing speed.
-NOTE-
Top speed is suggested only for transport!
6. While squeezing the steering brake levers with
both hands, release both neutral latches.
7. When the steering brake levers are released, the
machinewill travelstraight. Tomakearightturn,
squeezetheRHlever. Toturnleft,squeezetheLH
lever.
8. TO STOP, squeeze both levers, lock the neutral
latches, and shift the transmission into neutral.
ire pressure can be adjusted for
CUTTER DECK BELT ADJUSTMENTS
1. Removethebeltcover.
2. Adjustthecutterdeckdrivebeltusingabelttension
gauge. Adjustthebeltsothatthebeltmoves1/2"
with10poundsofpressure. Adjustthetensionby
tighteningorlooseningtheJ-boltnut. (Seefigure1)
-NOTE-
Due to initial belt stretch and to prevent the belt
from slipping, check this adjustment after the
first 2 hours, 4 hours and 8 hours of operation.
SC400G
BELT
WASHER
"J" BOLT
NUT
CUTTER DECK DRIVE BELT TENSION
ALIGNMENT IDLER - L.H.
END OF L-SHAPED
BRACKET
Figure 1
SC401G
WASHER
NUT
BELT
Figure 3. Cutter Deck Belts
BELT TENSION
ADJUSTMENT IDLER CUTTER DECK
ADJUSTMENT
IDLER
CHECK BLADE DRIVE
BELT TENSION HERE
SC402G
DISCHARGE
AREA
WARNING:
3. AdjusttheRHbladedrivebeltusingabelttension
gauge. Adjustthebeltsothatthebeltmoves1/2"
with10poundsofpressure. Adjustthetensionby
tighteningorlooseningtheJ-boltnut.(SeeFigure2
& 3)
Figure 2. RH Blade Belt Adjustment

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CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS
Duetothemanycuttingconditionsthatexist,itisdifficult
tosuggestacutterdecksettingthatwillworkforevery
lawn.Therearetwoadjustmentsthatcanbemadeon
thesedecks,pitchandheight.
PITCHistheangleoftheblades(comparingfrontto
rear). A1/4"downwardpitch(frontofdeckdown)is
recommendedforbestcuttingperformance.
HEIGHTisthenominaldistancethebladeisoffofthe
ground. Thismeasurementismadewiththeblades
pointedsidetosideanddistanceismeasuredbetween
cuttingtipandground. (AlsoseeBladeHeightAdjust-
ment,nextpage)
Changestothecuttingheightcanbeachievedbyreposi-
tioningthecutterdeck. (Thisadjustmentwillalsoeffect
thepitchofthedeck.) Therearethreeavailableposi-
tions(seeFigure5).
Figure 5. Cutting Height Adjustment
DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS
1. Adjustthesteeringcontrolrodssothatthereis
approximately3/4"clearancefromthebottomof
therodtothebottomoftheneutrallatchslotwhen
inthedriveposition. (SeeFigure4)
Figure 4. Steering Control Rod Adjustment
2. Adjustthesteeringbrakerodssothatthebrakes
donotapplyuntilthesteeringleversarepulledtight
tothehandles. Whenthesteeringleversare
lockedintheneutralpositionthemachineshould
movefreely.
SC404GB
NEUTRAL LOCK
POSITION
DRIVE POSITION
3/4"
STEERING
BRAKE LEVER
NEUTRAL
LATCH
SC405G
LOW CUT (1 3/4" to 3")
HIGH CUT
(3 1/4" to 4 1/2")
MID RANGE
(2 1/2" to 3 3/4")
CUTTER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT
Adjustthetransmissiondrivebeltsothatthereisabouta
3/16"deflectionwith10lbs.ofpressure. Adjustby
looseningidlerpulleymountingboltandslidingtheidler
leftorrighttochangebelttension.

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Casterspacersalsocanberepositionedtochange
cuttingheightsandtochangethepitchofthedeck.(See
Figure6)
Figure 6. Caster Wheel Spacers
BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Adjustingthebladeheightcanbedonebymovingany
numberofthefivesmaller1/4"spacersontheblade
mountingboltstothetopofthespindleshaftorbelow
thespindleshaft.
-NOTE-
All blades should be positioned equally.
Forbestcutanddischarge,aminimumofthreespacers
shouldbeinstalledbetweenthebladeandthespindle.
(SeeFigure7)
Figure 7. Blade Spacers
CUTTER BLADES
Donotsharpenbeyond1/3ofthewidthoftheblade.
(SeeFigure8)
-NOTE-
Dress the blade with a file. Using a wheel
grinder may burn the blade. Check the balance
of the blade. If blades are out of balance, vibra-
tion and premature wear of spindle assembly can
occur. See your authorized Scag dealer for
blade balancing or special tools if you choose to
balance your own blades.
Figure 8. Blade Sharpening
Pin
Spacers
2002SGB005
2002 SC407G
2002SGB033
Angle Blade Back
Do Not Cut In
X Must NOT Exceed
1/3 Blade Width
X
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COMMENTS
LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE
+ Grease spindle until grease comes out the relief valve.
CompatibleGreases: Lidok EP #2 (found at industrial shops)
Ronex MP (Exxon service stations)
ShellAlvania(Shellservicestations)
Mobilux#2(Mobilservicestations)
Super Lub M EP #2 (Conoco service stations)
X
X
making this adjustment
PROCEDURE
Check all hardware for proper tightness
Change engine oil and filter at 5 hours
X Check engine oil Do not over fill
X Remove debris from under belt cover More often if needed
X Sharpen cutter blades More often if needed
X Grease spindle bearings + US Lithium MP White Grease 2125
X Clean air filter More often if needed
X Check belt tension
X Check tire pressure Add or adjust as required
X Change engine oil See engine mfg. information
X Replace air filter More often if needed
X Grease caster wheel bearings Chassis grease
X Grease caster wheel pivot shafts Chassis grease
X Grease idler pulley bracket on cutter deck Chassis grease
X Grease drive wheel bearings Chassis grease
X Grease transmission couplers Chassis grease
X Grease idler bracket LH & RH Chassis grease
X Check all hardware for proper tightness More often if needed
X Adjust air gap on electric clutch Contact your Scag dealer for information about
BREAK-IN
8HOURS(DAILY)
40 HOURS(WEEKLY)
100HOURS(BIWEEKLY)
500HRSORANNUALLY

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Stringers - Occasional Low engine RPM Run engine at full 3600 RPM
Blades of Uncut
Grass Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions
Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out
Dull blades, incorrect sharpening Sharpen blades
Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck
Belts slipping Adjust belt tensions
Streaking - Strips of Dull, worn blades Sharpen blades
Uncut Grass in Cutting
Path Incorrect blade sharpening Sharpen blades
Low engine RPM Run engine at full 3600 RPM
Belt slipping Adjust belt tension
Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck
Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions
Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out
Bent blades Replace blades
Width of Deck
SGB018
CONDITION CAUSE CURE
Width of Deck
SGB020
Width
of
Deck
Width
of
Deck
SGB019
Streaking - Strips of Not enough overlapping Increase the overlap of each
Uncut Grass Between between rows pass
Cutting Paths
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS

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CONDITION
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS
CAUSE CURE
Sloping Ridge Across Tire pressures not equal Check and adjust tire pressure
Width of Cutting Path Wheels uneven Check and adjust tire pressure
Deck mounted incorrectly See your authorized SCAG dealer
Uneven Cut on Uneven ground May need to reduce ground speed,
Uneven Ground - raise cutting height, and/or change
Wavy Appearance, direction of cut
High-Low Scalloped
Cut, or Rough Contour
Width of Deck
SGB020
Width of Deck
SGB021
Width of Deck
SGB023
Uneven Cut on Flat Lift worn off of blade Replace blade
Ground - Wavy
High-Low Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward
Appearance, ground
Scalloped Cut, or
Rough Contour Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck
Too much blade angle (deck pitch) Adjust pitch and level
Deck mounted improperly See your authorized SCAG dealer
Bent spindle area See your authorized SCAG dealer
Dull blade Sharpenblade

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Scalping - Blades Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures
Hitting Dirt or
Cutting Very Close to Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions
the Ground Cutting too low May need to reduce ground speed,
raise cutting height, change direction
of cut, and/or change pitch and level
Rough terrain May need to reduce ground speed,
raise cutting height, and/or change
direction of cut
Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions
Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out
Step Cut Blades not mounted evenly Adjust pitch and level
Ridge in Center of
Cutting Path Bent blade Replace blade
Internal spindle failure See your authorized SCAG dealer
Mounting of spindle incorrect See your authorized SCAG dealer
Slope Cut - Sloping Bent spindle mounting area See your authorized SCAG dealer
Ridges Across Width
of Cutting Path Internal spindle failure See your authorized SCAG dealer
Bent deck housing See your authorized SCAG dealer
TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS
CONDITION CAUSE CURE
Width of Deck
SGB024
Width of Deck
SGB025
Width of Deck
SGB022

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODELS SW32-13KA,SW36A-13KA,SW36A-13KH,SW36A-14KA,SW48A-14KA,
SW48A-15KH,SW48A-17KA,SW52A-17KA
ENGINE
General Type: Heavy duty industrial/commercial
Brand/ Model: KawasakiFB460V, FC420V, &FH500V:
Kohler CV13,CV15T
Horsepower: Kawasaki FB460V=13HP,FC420V=14HP,FH500V=17HP
KohlerCV13T=13HP,CV15T=15HP
Type: Kawasaki 13 HP, 14 HP, 4 cycle gasoline engine, air cooled,
single cylinder, vertical shaft engine. 17HP 4 cycle, air cooled, V twin
cylinder, verticl shaft engine.
Kohler 13 HP & 15 HP = 4 cycle gasoline engine, air cooled,
single cylinder, vertical shaft engine.
Displacement: Kaw. 13 HP=460cc, 14 HP=423cc: 17HP=494cc
Kohler 13 HP=398cc, 15 HP=426cc:
Governor: Mechanical type governor with variable speed control. Settings:
Kawasaki 13 HP= 3600 rpm (+/- 75 rpm), 14 HP=3600 rpm (+/-
75rpm), idle set at 1200 rpm (+/- 75 rpm), 17HP=3600 rpm, idle set
at1550rpm(+/-75rpm)
Kohler 13 HP & 15 HP=3600 rpm (+/- 50 rpm), idle set at 1200 rpm
(+/ - 75 rpm)
Air Cleaner: Large capacity duel element with cyclonic-type air filter.
Exhaust: Single & dual exhaust canister muffler.
Starter/Electrical: Electronic ignition with recoil starter.
FuelPumpGroup: Varied - Seemanufacturer's specification.
OilPumpGroup: Varied-Seemanufacturer'sspecification.
ValveGroup: Varied-Seemanufacturer'sspecification.
ENGINE DECK
Thickness: 7 gauge steel.
Fuel Tank: 5 gallon (19.0 liters) seamless polyethylene.
Drive Wheels/Tires: 13.0 x 6.50-6 two-ply pneumatic tubeless.
Handle Bars: 1-1/4" diameter.
DRIVE SYSTEM
Type: Belt drive with twin power belts for increased friction to pulley surface.
Transmissions: Peerless 5-speed transmission, Model #700-070A.
Steering/Travel Control: Clutch/brake fingertip steering, key lock switch. (EZ Grip
design allows minimum hand force to operate controls.)
Brakes: 6" drum, band brake, one on each wheel.
Axles: 1"
Wire Harness: 14 gauge wire.
Safety Group: Hand actuated operator presence system with blade clutch and
transmission interlock to engine kill.
Forward Speed Range: 0 to 6.0 mph
Reverse Speed Range: 0 to 2.0 mph
Date of Issue: April, 2001
Specifications Subject to Change Without Notice

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (CON'T)
CUTTER DECK SWM32,SWM36A,SWM48A,SWM52A
Type: Out-frontdesignwithanti-scalprollers.
Construction: SWM32-48:7-gaugesteelwith 7-gauge(3/16")steelskirt
SWM52:10-gaugesteelwith7-gauge(3/16")steelskirt
TrueCuttingWidth: SWM32=32.0"(81.3cm),SWM36=36.0"(90.2cm),SWM48=48.0"
(122.0cm),SWM48A=(122.0cm),SWM52=52.0"(132.0cm)
BladeEngagement: Electric blade engagement clutch with control panel switch
Cutting Height Adjustment: Manual adjustment 1-3/4" to 4-1/2" in 1/4" increments.
CutterBlades: .197Thick,MilledEdge,WearResistantMarbain™
SWM32 = Two (2) 16.5" blades, SWM36 = Two (2) 18" blades,
SWM48 = Three (3) 16.5" blades, SWM52 = Three (3) 18" blades
DischargeOpening: SWM32, 36, 52 Extra wide 11.5", SWM48 Extra wide 13.5",
CasterWheels: 9.4 x 3.5 smooth-tread flotation, inner tubes, split rims, roller bearings,
withquick pinremoval.
Spindles: Casthousing,taperrollerbearing,low maintenance withtopaccess
grease fitting and grease overfill relief poppet.
SpindlePulleys: Cast-ironwitheasilyremovedtaperhubs
Cutter Deck Belts: B-section with Kevlar® cord.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
OPTIONAL ITEMS/ATTACHMENTS
Fabric Grass Catcher: GC-F4 Grass Catcher with 4 cubic ft. capacity
Metal Grass Catcher: GC-4D Grass Catcher with 4 cubic ft. capacity and rope pull dump or
pick-up and dump.
Sulky: RS-2 Two-Wheel Sulky with padded seat.
RS-ZT Two-Wheel Zero Turn Sulky with padded seat.
Mulching Plate: Steel plate fits over discharge opening. No blade change or removal
required. Installs and removes in the field.
EZ-GRIP-SW Provides reduced hand force at operator steering controls.
APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS SWM32 SWM36A SWM48A SWM52A
Length: 70.0" 75.0" 79.0" 79.0"
Lengthwithgrasscatcher: 70.0" 72.0" 76.0" 76.0"
TrackingWidth: 32.0" 37.0" 37.0" 37.0"
Width: 43.0" 48.0" 60.0" 60.0"
Width (with discharge chute up): 33.0" 38.0" 50.0" 53.0"
Width with grass catcher: 51.0" 56.0" 68.0" 71.0"
Height: 40.5" 40.5" 40.5" 40.5"
Heightwithgrasscatcher: 40.5" 40.5" 40.5" 40.5"
Weight: 440lbs. 475lbs. 555 lbs. 535 lbs.
WeightwithGC-F4grasscatcher: 480lbs. 515lbs. 565 lbs. 575 lbs.
WeightwithGC-4Dgrasscatcher: 490lbs. 525lbs. 575 lbs. 585 lbs.
Date of Issue: April, 2001
SpecificationsSubjectToChangeWithoutNotice

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