Scag Power Equipment SZC User manual

MODEL SZC
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 NO. 03149
PRINTED9/04
PRINTED IN USA
©2004
SCAGPOWEREQUIPMENT
DIVISION OF METALCRAFT OF MAYVILLE, INC.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
* Keepall shields in place,especially the grass dischargechute.
* 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 AS THE 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.
Thismanualcoverstheoperatinginstructions
andillustratedparts list for:
SZC36A-17KA with a serial number of A4200001 to A4299999
SZC36A-19KA with a serial number of A9800001 to A9899999
SZC42A-19KA with a serial number of A4400001 to A4499999
SMZC-36A with a serial number of A4600001 to A4699999
SMZC-42A with a serial number of A4700001 to A4799999
Alwaysusetheentireserialnumber listed on the serial number
tag when referring to this product.
WARNING:

I
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
Section 1 - General Information
1.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Directional Reference.............................................................................................................1
1.3 Servicing the Engine and DriveTrain Components ................................................................1
1.3 Symbols ............................................................................................................................... 2-3
Section 2 - Safety Information
2.1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................4
2.2 SignalWords ...........................................................................................................................4
2.3 Before Operation Considerations ...........................................................................................4
2.4 Operation Considerations ........................................................................................................5
2.5 Roll Over Protection System (Optional) .................................................................................6
2.6 Maintenance Considerations ...................................................................................................8
2.7 Safety and Instructional Decals ..............................................................................................9
Section 3 - Specifications ....................................................................................................10-11
Section 4 - Operating Instructions
4.1 Controls and Instrument Identification ..................................................................................12
4.2 Safety Interlock System........................................................................................................13
4.3 Initial Run-In Procedures......................................................................................................14
4.4 Starting the Engine ................................................................................................................14
4.5 Ground Travel and Steering ..................................................................................................14
4.6 Engaging the Deck Drive .....................................................................................................15
4.7 HillsideOperation .................................................................................................................16
4.8 Parking the Mower ...............................................................................................................16
4.9 After Operation ....................................................................................................................16
4.10 Removing Clogged Material .................................................................................................17
4.11 Moving Mower with Engine Stopped ...................................................................................17
4.12 Recommendations for Mowing .............................................................................................17
4.13 Adjusting Cutting Height .......................................................................................................17
Section 5 - Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions .............................................................. 19-21

II
TABLE OF CONTENTS (CONT'D)
SUBJECT PAGE
Section 6 - Adjustments
6.1 Parking Brake Adjustment ....................................................................................................22
6.2 TravelAdjustments ...............................................................................................................23
6.3 Throttle Control and ChokeAdjustments..............................................................................24
6.4 BeltAdjustment ....................................................................................................................24
6.5 BeltAlignment ......................................................................................................................24
6.6 Cutter Deck Adjustments .....................................................................................................25
Section 7 - Maintenance
7.1 Maintenance Chart ...............................................................................................................28
7.2 LubricationFittingPoints ......................................................................................................29
7.3 Hydraulic System ..................................................................................................................31
7.4 EngineOil .............................................................................................................................32
7.5 Engine Fuel System ..............................................................................................................32
7.6 EngineAir Cleaner................................................................................................................33
7.7 Battery ..................................................................................................................................33
7.8 Drive Belts ............................................................................................................................35
7.9 Cutter Blades ........................................................................................................................35
7.10 Tires ......................................................................................................................................36
7.11 Body, Deck and Upholstery ..................................................................................................36
Section 8 - Replacement Parts
Notes ..............................................................................................................................................37
SZWC36A, 42A Cutter Deck .................................................................................................. 38-39
Cutter Deck Controls................................................................................................................ 40-41
Sheet Metal Components.......................................................................................................... 42-43
SZC Roll Over Protection System............................................................................................ 44-45
Drive System Components ....................................................................................................... 46-47
Engine and Attaching Parts - Kohler....................................................................................... 48-49
Steering Components ................................................................................................................ 50-51
Brake Components ................................................................................................................... 52-53
Fuel and Hydraulic System ....................................................................................................... 54-55
Electrical System ...................................................................................................................... 56-57
Hydraulic Pump (BDP-10A) .................................................................................................... 48-59
Replacement Decals................................................................................................................. 60-61
Electrical Schematic (Kohler & Kawasaki) ...................................................................................62
Warranty Statement............................................................................................. Inside Back Cover

1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 INTRODUCTION
Your mower was built to the highest standards in the
industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum
efficiency of your mower depends on you following the
operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in this
manual.
If additional information or service is needed, contact your
Scag Power Equipment Dealer.
We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs. All
Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to service
this equipment and provide prompt and efficient service in
the field or at their service shop. They carry a full line of
Scag service parts.
USE OF OTHER THAN ORIGINAL SCAG
REPLACEMENT PARTS WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
When ordering parts, always give the model and serial
number of your tractor. The serial number plate is located
where shown in Figure 1-1.
For pictorial clarity,some illustrations and figures
in this manual may show shields, guards or plates
open or removed. Under no circumstances should
your mower be operated without these devices in
place.
All information is based upon product information
available at the time of approval for printing. Scag
Power Equipment reserves the right to make changes
at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE
The“Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” ofthe machine
are referenced from the operator’s right and left when
seated in the normal operating position and facing the
forward travel direction.
1.3 SERVICINGTHE ENGINE AND DRIVE
TRAIN COMPONENTS
The detail servicing and repair of the engine and hydraulic
pumps are not covered in this manual; only routine
maintenance and general service instructions are provided.
Forserviceofthese components during the limited warranty
period, it is important to contact your Scag dealer or find a
local authorized servicing agent of the component
manufacturer. Any unauthorized work done on these
components during the warranty period may void your
warranty.
Section 1
Figure 1-1Tractor Serial Number Plate Location
WARNING:
USE ONLY SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS
AND ACCESSORIES.
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies
otherthanScagPowerEquipmentarenotapprovedforuse
on this machine.
Scag approved attachments and accessories:
GC-4D (p/n 9038)
GC-4F (p/n 9040)
Mulch Plate (p/n)
Hurricane Mulch (p/n 9272, 9273)
Blade Buddy (p/n 9212)
STC Lights (p/n 9274)
SERIAL NUMBER
PLATE LOCATION