Scag Power Equipment SPZ52-22FX Operator'S Manual Download

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PART NO. 03433

PRINTED 09/2018

PRINTED IN USA

Scag Power Equipment

Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.

Congratulations on owning a Scag mower! This manual contains the operating

instructions and safety information for your Scag mower. Reading this manual

can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to

keep your mower performing to maximum efficiency. The specific models that

this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your machine,

please read all the information enclosed.

OPERATOR’S

MANUAL

Models: SPZ52-22FX

SPZ52-23CV

SPZ61-23FX

SPZ61-25CV

Summary of Contents for SPZ52-22FX

Page 1: ...d safety information for your Scag mower Reading this manual can provide you with assistance in maintenance and adjustment procedures to keep your mower performing to maximum efficiency The specific m...

Page 2: ...any maintenance or service stop the machine and remove the spark plug wire and ignition key If a mechanism becomes clogged stop the engine before cleaning Keep hands feet and clothing away from power...

Page 3: ...ECALS 10 SECTION 3 SPECIFICATIONS 11 3 1 ENGINE 11 3 2 ELECTRICAL 11 3 3 MOWER 11 3 4 CUTTER DECK 12 3 5 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 12 3 6 WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS 12 3 7 PRODUCTIVITY 12 SECTION 4 OPERATING INSTR...

Page 4: ...7 6 BATTERY 34 7 7 DRIVE BELTS 35 7 8 CUTTER BLADES 36 7 9 TIRES 37 7 10 BODY DECK AND UPHOLSTERY 37 SECTION 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 38 8 1 SCAG APPROVED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES 38 52 CUTTER DEC...

Page 5: ...ACCESSORIES Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use on this machine See Section 8 Paragraph 8 1 WARNING For pictorial clarity so...

Page 6: ...ning Blade On Start Spring Tension on Idler Off Stop Oil Falling Hazard Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable Linear Cutting Element Basic Symbol 481039S Pinch Point Cutting Element Eng...

Page 7: ...he message that follows the symbol contains important information about safety To avoid injury and possible death carefully read the message Be sure to fully understand the causes of possible injury o...

Page 8: ...he latest requirements per SAE J137 and or ANSI ASAE S279 when driven on public roads NOTE If the mower is driven on public roads it must comply with state and local ordinances as well as SAE J137 and...

Page 9: ...the machine be operated on slopes greater than 15 degrees See Figure 2 4 Page 8 to determine approximate slope of area to be mowed ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROVED OPERATION 2 Reduce speed and exercise ext...

Page 10: ...before crossing roads walks or gravel drives 13 Mow only in daylight or good artificial light 14 NEVER raise the deck with the blades engaged 15 Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine...

Page 11: ...cant discoloration due to UV exposure dirt or stiffness abrasion to the seat belt webbing or damage to the buckle latch plate hardware or any other obvious problem should be replaced immediately WARNI...

Page 12: ...gine is running keep hands feet and clothing away from moving parts 2 Disengage drives lower implement set parking brake stop engine and remove key or disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental...

Page 13: ...he machine near an open flame 15 Shut off fuel while storing or transporting 16 DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors 17 Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area away from spark and f...

Page 14: ...local fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements 483900 483900 supplied with California models only Avoid injury from burns Shut off engine Allow to cool several m...

Page 15: ...Kevlar cord Self adjusting Self tightening 3 2 ELECTRICAL Battery 12 Volt Charging System Alternator Charging Output Kawasaki 12 Volt 13 Amp System Polarity Negative Ground Starter 12 Volt Electric R...

Page 16: ...ar Resistant Marbain Blade Engagement Electric Blade Engagement Clutch with Control Panel Switch Connected to the Cutter Deck through a Belt Discharge Opening Extra Wide Discharge Opening with Spring...

Page 17: ...itch 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 cont...

Page 18: ...ing Brake Lock Latch Figure 4 1 Used to lock the parking brake in the engaged position Fully depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lock latch back to lock the parking brake in the engaged...

Page 19: ...e OFF down position move either of the steering control handles out of the neutral lock position Try to start the engine the engine should not start Repeat for the other steering control lever NOTE 3...

Page 20: ...slopes Start practicing with a slow engine speed and slow forward travel Learn to feather the steering controls to obtain a smooth operating action Practice operating the mower until you are comforta...

Page 21: ...urn right To stop the reverse travel allow the steering control levers to return to the neutral position If the mower is to be parked place the handles in the neutral lock position fully depress the b...

Page 22: ...the front of the machine and may cause the drive wheels to slip causing loss of braking or steering 7 Control of the mower sliding on a slope will not be regained by application of the brake 8 Keep t...

Page 23: ...nd thrown objects downward Direct the side discharge away from sidewalks or streets to minimize cleanup of clippings When mowing close to obstacles direct the discharge away from the obstacles to redu...

Page 24: ...n adjusting the deck to the desired height See Figure 4 6 4 15 TOWING OPTIONAL HITCH ACCESSORY 1 NEVER allow children or others in or on towed equipment 2 Tow only with a machine that has a hitch desi...

Page 25: ...NG STRIPS OF UNCUT GRASS IN CUTTING PATH Width of Deck SGB018 Dull worn blades Sharpen blades Incorrect blade sharpening Sharpen blades Low engine RPM Run engine at full RPM Belt slipping Adjust belt...

Page 26: ...aler Bent spindle area See your authorized SCAG dealer Dull blade Sharpen blade UNEVEN CUT ON UNEVEN GROUND WAVYAPPEARANCE HIGH LOW SCALLOPED CUT OR ROUGH CONTOUR Width of Deck SGB021 Uneven ground Ma...

Page 27: ...and or change direction of cut Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out STEP CUT RIDGE IN CENTER OF CUTTING PATH Width of Deck SGB024 Blades not mounted evenly Adjust pitch and level Bent blade Repl...

Page 28: ...m moving Remove the ignition key 2 Engage the parking brake Fully depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lock latch back to lock the parking brake See Figure 6 1 3 Loosen the jam nut at th...

Page 29: ...king brake 3 Run the engine at full operating speed and check if the machine creeps forward or backwards 4 Adjust the RH wheel by loosening the jam nuts on the steering control rod and turning the adj...

Page 30: ...chine and place the steering control levers in the neutral position Turn the tracking adjustment bolt for the RH pump inward clockwise This will cause the control rod to stroke the RH pump less slowin...

Page 31: ...rear deck level links clockwise until the cutter deck is level between both sides See Figure 6 4 3 Tighten the two 2 elastic stop nuts to secure the cutter deck in the proper position CUTTER DECK PIT...

Page 32: ...that the mower is on a flat level surface and the tires are properly inflated 1 Place the cutter deck in the 3 cutting position Push on the cutter deck foot pedal and pull up on the cutter deck relea...

Page 33: ...utch Air Gap Adjustment 1 Locate the inspection windows on the clutch 2 Place a 0 015 feeler gauge in the slot between the rotor and the armature See Figure 6 9 INSERT 0 015 FEELER GAUGE HERE Figure 6...

Page 34: ...se front caster wheel bearings X Check battery clean battery posts and cables See paragraph 7 6 X Inspect pump drive belt Replace every 400 hours or 2 years whichever occurs first See paragraph 6 4 7...

Page 35: ...thereafter whichever occurs first The oil should also be changed if the color of the fluid has become black or milky A black color and or a rancid odor usually indicates possible overheating of the oi...

Page 36: ...ion or bi weekly whichever occurs first Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual furnished with this mower for instructions 6 Reinstall the filter guards and torque the screws to 65 in lbs 7 Remove the t...

Page 37: ...s place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling 6 Remove the machine from the truck or trailer and fuel on level ground If this is not possible then refuel the machine with a po...

Page 38: ...AIR CLEANER ELEMENT For any air cleaner the operating environment dictates the air cleaner service periods Inspect and clean the air cleaner element after every 100 hours of operation or bi weekly whi...

Page 39: ...ry charger will be required DO NOT charge a frozen battery It may explode and cause injury Let the battery warm before attaching a charger Whenever possible remove the battery from the mower before ch...

Page 40: ...the mower and causes extra wear on the engine and the blade drive by pulling hard B BLADE SHARPENING NOTE If possible use a file to sharpen the blade Using a wheel grinder may burn the blade NOTE DO...

Page 41: ...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...

Page 42: ...ies GC SZL SFZ SPZ p n 901K requires p n 901H or 901J Install Kit GC 2B Blower Driven p n 901G requires p n 901H or 901J Install Kit Mulch Plate p n 9299 920U Hurricane Mulch p n 9294 920T SZL SFZ SPZ...

Page 43: ...39 R Section 8 NOTES...

Page 44: ...CD 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 54 8 8 8 9 1 10 11 11 12 13 14 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 20 24 20 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 32 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 37 43 44 45 46 55 23 22...

Page 45: ...8 Flatwasher 5 8 688 x 1 75 x 134 HD Lockwasher 1 2 Spring Bolt Hex Head 5 8 11 x 1 1 2 Spindle Assembly 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 483304 483303...

Page 46: ...CD 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 54 8 8 8 9 1 10 11 11 12 13 14 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 20 24 20 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 32 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 37 43 44 45 46 55 23 22...

Page 47: ...x 1 75 x 134 HD Lockwasher 1 2 Spring Bolt Hex Head 5 8 11 x 1 1 2 Spindle Assembly 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 483304 483303 43693 462014 43694 4...

Page 48: ...C 5 2 3 4 6 1 7 7 8 40 12 8 10 9 11 12 13 12 6 19 18 17 12 20 14 16 6 14 22 21 6 23 18 22 8 18 28 23 18 24 22 12 18 25 13 8 25 26 12 27 22 18 23 28 18 23 18 18 18 29 23 15 14 26 18 18 31 32 33 34 35...

Page 49: ...olt Hex Head 1 2 13 x 2 Bearing Flatwasher 1 2 531 x 1 06 x 095 Deck Lift Bellcrank Assembly Clevis Pin 5 16 x 3 4 Hair Pin 094 x 1 62 Nut Elastic Stop 1 2 13 Nut Elastic Stop 5 16 18 Flatwasher 1 2 5...

Page 50: ...A B B C C 5 2 3 4 6 1 7 7 8 40 12 8 10 9 11 12 13 12 6 19 18 17 12 20 14 16 6 14 22 21 6 23 18 22 8 18 28 23 18 24 22 12 18 25 13 8 25 26 12 27 22 18 23 28 18 23 18 29 15 14 26 18 18 31 32 33 34 35 30...

Page 51: ...Hex Head 1 2 13 x 2 Bearing Flatwasher 1 2 531 x 1 06 x 095 Deck Lift Bellcrank Assembly Clevis Pin 5 16 x 3 4 Hair Pin 094 x 1 62 Nut Elastic Stop 1 2 13 Nut Elastic Stop 5 16 18 Flatwasher 1 2 562...

Page 52: ...8 9 9 11 10 54 16 12 15 9 4 13 14 16 15 17 18 19 20 21 23 22 24 25 26 27 9 28 29 21 15 16 16 4 30 12 49 12 32 32 31 33 33 13 13 34 34 35 38 36 37 37 39 36 40 41 41 42 43 44 45 46 46 47 48 29 15 49 12...

Page 53: ...Deck Guide Spacer Bearing Bearing Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Wheel Assembly Scag Gold Wheel Assembly Black 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 482622 482621 48114 10 4826...

Page 54: ...f No Part No Description 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 485983 486003 484527 486000 486004 486001 483473 486002 486007 Seat Assembly Armrest Kit LH Seatbelt Kit Back Cover Armrest Kit RH Cushion Cover Switch Track...

Page 55: ...51 R Section 8 NOTES...

Page 56: ...2 R Section 8 BRAKE COMPONENTS SPZ A A 1 1 2 3 4 5 8 6 7 6 9 10 12 13 14 5 11 48 18 11 17 20 21 21 22 23 25 21 29 30 32 31 24 26 27 2 28 33 36 35 34 37 38 39 40 5 41 41 42 43 43 44 16 45 16 46 47 5 47...

Page 57: ...12 x 095 Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 Weldment Brake Lever Spacer Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Nut Serrated Flange 3 8 16 Nut Center Lock 3 8 16 Nut Serrated Flange 5 16 18 Spring Nut Center Lock 5 16...

Page 58: ...54 R Section 8 SPZ ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 11 12 12...

Page 59: ...04 9518 463110 484168 04001 90 04001 145 04021 19 485722 484169 484167 Bolt Hex Head 1 2 13 x 3 Gr 8 Flatwasher 1 2 531 x 1 062 x 095 Bushing ROPS Nut Center Lock 1 2 13 ROPS Black ROPS Scag Gold Pin...

Page 60: ...68 77 75 56 76 57 13 41 58 59 60 63 61 34 14 4 66 72 14 14 20 20 68 68 67 74 73 66 14 34 61 5 2 49 47 9 4 18 48 3 7 40 10 71 70 69 69 71 70 62 F 20 39 8 45 46 41 50 50 41 43 42 14 34 36 38 42 38 C 1...

Page 61: ...ntrol Lever Dump Valve Lever Nut Elastic Stop 5 16 18 Spacer Pump Dampener Dampener Control Link LH Control Link RH Spacer Spring Bracket Dump Mounting 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64...

Page 62: ...O ENGINE MOUNT BOLT 2016 SPZ ES D D TO CLUTCH E CHOKE THROTTLE E 1 1 2 2 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 14 15 16 17 17 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 28 30 31 32 33 34 35 26 26 27 13 13 12 12 17 20 20 S C A G P O W...

Page 63: ...4 20 Double Fuse Assy incl items 1 14 15 46 Clip Wire U Nut 3 8 16 Bolt Hex Head 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 Special Lock Cover Sealed Double Fuse Holder Lockwasher 5 16 Spring Bolt Hex Head 1 4 20 x 1 2 Serr Flan...

Page 64: ...60 R Section 8 SPZ FUEL SYSTEM 2018 SFZ EPA Phase 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 7 8 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 10 11 12 To Fuel Pump To Engine Purge Port Tank Purge 13 14 15 15 16 26 17 17 17 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25...

Page 65: ...56 Dia Viton Fuel Tube Assembly Fuel Cap Tethered Fuel Cap w Tethered California Models Only not shown Clamp Fuel Hose 1 4 Fuel Hose 1 4 Non Perm order by inch Fuel Filter Bolt Hex Head 5 16 18 x 3 4...

Page 66: ...ASSEMBLY SPZ52 1 2 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 16 16 17 18 19 20 21 35 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 62 63 64 65 66 67 68...

Page 67: ...Internal Seal Lip 17 x 40 x 7 Washer 1 23 x 1 56 x 04 Ring Retaining Wire Bearing Ball 17 x 40 x 12 Open Shaft Input Shaft Kit Axle Bearing Ball 1 0 x 52 x 15 Open Ring Retaining 375 External 36 37 3...

Page 68: ...erhaul Seal Kit 1 69 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 35 34 36 38 37 56 55 39 40 54 45 41 43 42 44 46 47 48 46 49 50 51 52 53 57 58 59 60 61 60 6...

Page 69: ...Oil Guard Filter Right Side Guard Filter Left Side Screw Hex Flange 1 4 20 x 625 Tube Connecting Seal Lip 8 x 12 x 3 VC O Ring 137 x 103 x 2 050 Gerotor Assembly 1 9 cc Cover Charge Pump Screw Hex Fla...

Page 70: ...66 R Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 FAST SLOW MOWER DECK PULL OUT TO ENGAGE PUSH IN TO DISENGAGE 10 9 7 COMMERCIAL GRADE 11 R 12...

Page 71: ...Front SPZ White Logo Decal Front SPZ Scag Gold Logo Decal Cutting Height White Logo Decal Cutting Height Scag Gold Logo Decal Brake Decal SPZ Replacement Parts Decal SPZ Belt Routing Decal Warning Sp...

Page 72: ...RED STRIPE BLACK W RED STRIPE BLACK YELLOW BLACK W RED STRIPE BLACK W RED STRIPE BLACK W RED STRIPE YELLOW YELLOW RED RED BLACK RED GREEN YELLOW BLUE WHITE BLACK W RED STRIPE BLACK BLACK BLACK BLACK...

Page 73: ...cag Service Dealer within the warranty period The expense of delivering the mower to the dealer for warranty work and the expense of returning it to the owner after repair will be paid for by the owne...

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