Scag Power Equipment V-RIDE SVR61V-29FX - Manual (Page 18)

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Section 4
PUSH FOR
FORWARD
PULL BACK
FOR REVERSE
“N” FOR NEUTRAL LOCK
“D” FOR DRIVE
NEUTRAL
Forward / Reverse Controls Figure 4-2.
WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD,PULL BACK
ON RIGHT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER RIGHT
WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD, PULL BACK
ON LEFT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER LEFT
Steering Controls Figure 4-3.
ENGAGING THE DECk DRIvE (CUTTER 4.6
BLADES)
Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to 1.
engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens
the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine
speed when engaging the deck drive.
Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow 2.
switch, located on the instrument panel, to the
engage position. See Figure 4-4.
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PULL UP TO ENGAGE
PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE
Cutter Engage Switch Figure 4-4.
CAUTION
Disengage power to the mower before backing
up. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary and then only after observation of the
entire are behind the mower.
CAUTION
Before backing up, observe behind the mower for
persons and obstructions. Clear the area before
backing up. Possible injury or property damage
could occur.
- NOTE -
A squealing noise may be heard when engaging
or disengaging the deck drive. It is caused by the
electric clutch plates meshing as the mower comes
up to speed. This is normal.