Scag Power Equipment SM-61V, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark
plug to prevent accidental starting of the engine
when servicing, adjusting or storing the machine.
2. If the mower must be tipped to perform mainte-
nance or adjustment, remove the battery, drain
the gasoline from the fuel tank and the oil from
the crankcase. Use jack stands to support the
machine when required.
3. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine
free of excessive grease, grass, leaves and accu-
mulations of dirt.
4. Park the machine on level ground. Never allow
untrained personnel to service the machine.
5. Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wires
before making any repairs. Disconnect the negative
terminal first and the positive last. Reconnect
positive first and negative last.
6. Use care when checking blades. Wrap the blades
or wear gloves and use caution when servicing them.
Only replace blades. Never straighten or weld
them.
19. Do not pass or stand on the grass discharge side
of any mower with the engine running. Stop the
cutter blades when another person approaches.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
WARNING:
18. Before leaving the operator’s position or leaving
the mower unattended, move the right foot pedal
into the neutral position, apply the parking brake,
and move the blade engagement switch to OFF.
Shut the engine OFF and remove the key.
7. Be sure the machine is in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check the
blade mounting bolts and nuts frequently to be sure
they are tightened.
8. If the engine must be running to perform a mainte-
nance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing and
other parts of the body away from the cutter deck
blades and other moving parts.
9. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor
settings. To be sure of safety and accuracy, have an
authorized dealer check maximum engine speed with
a tachometer.
10. The engine must be shut off before checking the oil
or adding oil to the crankcase.
11. Allow the engine to cool before storing the mower in
any enclosure such as a garage or storage shed.
Make sure the fuel tank is empty if the machine is to
be stored in excess of 30 days. Do not store the
mower near any open flame or where gasoline fumes
may be ignited by a spark.
12. Always store gasoline in a safety-approved, red
container.
13. Be careful when servicing the battery as it contains
acid, which is corrosive and could cause burns to
skin and clothing.
14. Batteries release explosive gases when being
charged or discharged. Keep batteries away from
any source of sparks and/or flame. Charge batter-
ies in an open, well ventilated area.
15. Make sure all hydraulic connections are tight and all
hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition
before starting the machine.