Scag Power Equipment SWZV - Manual (Page 19)

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Section 4
4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION
1. This mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions. However,
caution must be used when traveling on slopes,
especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces
traction and steering control.
2. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or
stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at
reduced speed. If tires lose traction, disengage blades
and proceed slowly off the slope.
3. Always travel across a slope with a walk behind
mower.
4. Keep tires properly inflated.
4.8 PARKING THE MOWER
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do
not park the machine on an incline.
2. Place the steering control levers in the neutral
position.
3. Disengage the cutter blades
4. Slow the engine to idle speed.
5. Engage the parking brake.
6. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove
the key.
4.9 AFTER OPERATION
1. Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use
high pressure spray or direct the spray onto electrical
components.
-IMPORTANT-
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold water
will damage the engine. Use compressed air to
clean the engine if it is hot.
2. Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat
damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit.
3. Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any
signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.
4. After the mower has cooled down, fill the fuel tank
with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of
operation.
5. Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.
4.10 REMOVING CLOGGED MATERIAL
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to
cool before removing the fuel tank cap and
refueling.
CAUTION:
1. If the discharge chute becomes clogged, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key. Using a stick or
similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Then
resume normal mowing.
NEVER PUT YOUR HANDS INTO THE CHUTE
AREA. Remove the key and only then use a stick
or similar object to remove material if clogging
has occurred.
ROTATING BLADES