Scag Power Equipment Freedom Z SFZ52-27BS, Operator'S Manual

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Section 7
1. Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades.
2. Raise the mower deck to the highest position. Place
the lanyard pin in the highest cutting height position
to prevent the cutter deck from falling.
3. Secure the cutter blades to prevent them from
rotating, (use the optional Blade Buddy tool P/N
9212, to assist in securing the cutter blades), remove
the blade attaching bolt. Remove the cutter blade,
bolt, lockwasher and flatwasher from the spindle
shaft. See Figure 7-9.
CAUTION
Inspect the cutter blade spacer(s) and washer
for wear and/or cupping. Replace the worn parts.
Worn spacer(s) and/or washer will not allow
proper tightening of the cutter blade and can lead
to cutter blade failure, personal injury or property
damage.
4. To install the new cutter blade, put the lockwasher
and flatwasher onto the blade bolt and slide the bolt
into the hole in the cutter blade.
5/8-11 x 1-1/2" HEX HEAD BOLT
TORQUE TO 75 FT/LBS
LOCKWASHER
FLATWASHER
CUTTER BLADE
Figure 7-9. Blade Replacement
- NOTE -
Be sure that the blade is installed with the lift wing
toward the top.
5. Install the cutter blade onto the cutter spindle shaft.
Secure the blades from rotating and torque to 75 ft/
lbs. See Figure 7-9.
7.9 TIRES
Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation
or daily.
Caster Wheels 25 PSI
Drive Wheels 8 PSI
7.10 BODY, DECK, AND UPHOLSTERY
CAUTION
Do not wash any portion of the equipment while it
is hot. Do not wash the engine; use compressed
air.
1. After each use, wash the mower and cutter deck.
Use cold water and automotive cleaners. Do not use
pressure cleaners.
2. Do not spray electrical components.
3. Use a mild soap solution or a vinyl/rubber cleaner to
clean the seat.
4. Repair damaged metal surfaces using Scag touch-
up paint available from your authorized Scag dealer.
Wax the mower for maximum paint protection.