Scag Power Equipment FREEDOM Z SFZ - Manual (Page 16)

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Section 4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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.
4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT
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.
1. Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to start the
engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and
START.
CAUTION:
2. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). 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.
3. Engine Choke Control (Figure 4-1). Used to start a
cold engine.
4. Engine Throttle Control (Figure 4-1). Used to
control the engine speed. Pulling the lever back
decreases engine speed. Pushing the lever forward
increases engine speed. Full forward position is the
cutting position. Full back is the IDLE position.
5. Fuel Gauge (Figure 4-1). Indicates the amount of
fuel in the fuel tank.
Figure 4-1 Controls and Instruments
CUTTER DECK
RELEASE LEVER
RIGHT STEERING
CONTROL
CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
FAS T FAS T
SLO W SL OW
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