Scag Power Equipment Lawn Mower SVR61V 29FX User Manual

OPERATOR’S  
MANUAL  
V-Ride  
Model:  
SVR61V-29FX  
C ongra tula tions on owning a Sc a g mower! This ma nua l c onta ins the  
opera ting instruc tions a nd sa fety informa tion for your Sc a g mower. Rea ding  
this ma nua l c a n provide you with a ssista nc e in ma intena nc e a nd a djustment  
procedures to keep your mower performing to maximum efficiency. The  
specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before  
opera ting your ma c hine, plea se rea d a ll the informa tion enc losed.  
© 2010  
Pa rt No. 03269 Rev. 1  
Printed 12/10  
Sc a g Power Equipment  
Division of Meta lc ra ft of Ma yville, Inc .  
Printed in USA  
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Section 1  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
USE ONLY SCAG APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND  
ACCESSORIES.  
1.1 INTRODUCTION  
Your mower was built to the highest standards in the  
industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum  
efficiency of your mower depends on you following the  
operating, maintenance and adjustment instructions in  
this manual.  
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies  
other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for  
use on this machine. See Section 8-1.  
WARNING  
If additional information or service is needed, contact your  
Scag Power Equipment Dealer.  
For pictorial clarity, some illustrations and figures  
in this manual may show shields, guards or plates  
open or removed.Under no circumstances should  
your mower be operated without these devices  
in place.  
We encourage you to contact your dealer for repairs.  
All Scag dealers are informed of the latest methods to  
service this equipment and provide prompt and efficient  
service in the field or at their service shop. They carry a  
full line of Scag service parts.  
All information is based upon product information available  
at the time of approval for printing. Scag Power Equipment  
reserves the right to make changes at any time without  
notice and without incurring any obligation.  
- IMPORTANT -  
The replacement of any part on this product  
by other than the manufacturer's authorized  
replacement part may adversely affect the  
performance, durability or safety of this  
product.  
1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE  
Use of other than original Scag replacement  
parts will void the warranty.  
The “Right” and “Left”, “Front” and “Rear” of the machine  
are referenced from the operator’s right and left when in  
the normal operating position and facing the forward travel  
direction.  
When ordering parts, always give the model and serial  
number of your mower. The serial number plate is located  
on the frame of the machine between the engine and  
hydraulic pump where shown in Figure 1-1.  
1.3 SERvICING THE ENGINE AND DRIvE  
TRAIN COMPONENTS  
The detail servicing and repair of the engine and  
transmission are not covered in this manual; only routine  
maintenance and general service instructions are  
provided. For service of these components during the  
limited warranty period, it is important to contact your  
Scag dealer or find a local authorized servicing agent  
of the component manufacturer. Any unauthorized work  
done on these components during the warranty period  
may void your warranty.  
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Section 1  
1.4 SYMBOLS  
SYMBOL  
DESCRIPTION  
SYMBOL  
DESCRIPTION  
Choke  
Transmission  
Parking Brake  
Spinning Blade  
Spring Tension on Idler  
Oil  
48071S  
On/Start  
Off/Stop  
Falling Hazard  
Fast  
Thrown Object Hazard  
Slow  
Continuously Variable - Linear  
Pinch Point  
Cutting Element - Basic Symbol  
Cutting Element - Engage  
Cutting Element - Disengage  
CE Mark  
481039S  
Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours  
Crush Hazard.  
Thrown Object Hazard  
Keep Bystanders Away  
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Section 2  
SAFETY INFORMATION  
2.1 INTRODUCTION  
DANGER  
Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness  
or operator error may result in serious bodily injury  
or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are  
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and  
proper training of the personnel involved in the operation,  
transport, maintenance and storage of the equipment.Make  
sure every operator is properly trained and thoroughly  
familiar with all of the controls before operating the  
mower.The owner/user can prevent and is responsible for  
accidents or injuries occurring to themselves, other people  
or property.  
The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely  
hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that  
could result in high probability of death or irreparable injury  
if proper precautions are not taken.  
WARNING  
The signal word “WARNING” denotes that a hazard exists  
on or near the machine that can result in injury or death if  
proper precautions are not taken.  
READ THIS OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE  
ATTEMPTING TO STARTYOUR MOWER.  
A replacement manual is available from your authorized  
Scag Service Dealer or by contacting Scag Power  
Equipment, Service Department at P.O.Box 152, Mayville,  
The manual for this machine can be downloaded by using  
the model and serial number or use the contact form to  
make your request. Please indicate the complete model  
and serial number of your Scag product when requesting  
replacement manuals.  
CAUTION  
The signal wordCAUTIONis a reminder of safety practices  
on or near the machine that could result in personal injury  
if proper precautions are not taken.  
Your safety and the safety of others depends significantly  
upon your knowledge and understanding of all correct  
operating practices and procedures of this machine.  
2.2 SIGNAL WORDS  
2.3 BEFORE OPERATION  
CONSIDERATIONS  
This symbol means “Attention! Become Alert! Your  
Safety is Involved!" The symbol is used with the following  
signal words to attract your attention to safety messages  
found on the decals on the machine and throughout this  
manual. The 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 or death.  
WARNING  
Check all hydraulic connections for tightness.  
Inspect all hydraulic hoses and / or lines to insure  
they are in good condition before operating.  
1. NEVER allow children to operate this mower. Do not  
allow adults to operate this machine without proper  
instructions.  
SIGNAL WORD:  
It is a distinctive word found on the safety decals on the  
machine and throughout this manual that alerts the viewer  
to the existence and relative degree of the hazard.  
2. Do not mow when children and/or others are  
present. Keep children out of the mowing area and  
in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than  
the operator. Be alert and turn machine off if a child  
enters the area.  
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3. DO NOT allow children to ride or play on the  
machine, it is not a toy.  
11. Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel  
tank outdoors. Never fill it indoors. Use a funnel or  
spout to prevent spillage. Clean up any spillage  
before starting the engine.  
4. Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could be  
picked up and thrown by the cutter blades.  
12. DO NOT add fuel to a running or hot engine. Allow  
the engine to cool for several minutes before adding  
fuel. Never fuel indoors or inside enclosed trailers.  
5. DO NOT carry passengers.  
6. DO NOT operate the machine under the influence of  
alcohol or drugs.  
13. Keep flammable objects (cigarettes, matches, etc.),  
open flames and sparks away from the fuel tank and  
fuel container. Use only approved containers.  
7. If the operator(s) or mechanic(s) cannot read English  
or Spanish, it is the owner's responsibility to explain  
this material to them.  
14. Equipment must comply with the latest requirements  
per SAE J137 and/or ANSI/ASAE S279 when driven  
on public roads.  
8. DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing. Loose clothing,  
jewelry or long hair could get tangled in moving  
parts. Do not operate the machine wearing shorts;  
always wear adequate protective clothing including  
long pants. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes and  
a helmet is advisable and is required by some local  
ordinances and insurance regulations.  
15. Do not operate without the side discharge chute  
installed and in the down position or with an optional  
grass catcher or mulch plate completely installed.  
16. Check the blade mounting bolts at frequent intervals  
for proper tightness.  
17. Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight  
and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good  
condition before starting the machine.  
WARNING  
Always wear hearing protection. Operating this  
machine over prolonged periods of time can  
cause loss of hearing.  
2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS  
1. Know the function of all controls and how to stop  
quickly.  
9. Keep the machine and attachments in good  
operating condition. Keep all shields and safety  
devices in place. If a shield, safety device or decal  
is defective or damaged, repair or replace it before  
operating the machine.  
WARNING  
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Under no  
circumstances should the machine be operated  
on slopes greater than 20 degrees. See Figure  
2-1 to determine approximate slope of area to  
be mowed. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROvED  
OPERATION.  
WARNING  
This machine is equipped with an interlock  
system intended to protect the operator and  
others from injury. This is accomplished by  
preventing the engine from starting unless the  
deck drive is disengaged, the neutral lock lever  
is in the neutral lock position, and the operator  
is in the operating position.The system shuts off  
the engine if the operator steps off the operator  
platform with the deck drive engaged or if the  
neutral lock lever is placed in the drive position  
(D) and the parking brake is applied.Never operate  
equipment with the interlock system disconnected  
or malfunctioning.  
2. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on  
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss  
of control. Be especially cautious when changing  
directions on slopes.  
3. Stay two cut widths away from slopes, drop offs,  
ditches and retaining walls.  
4. To prevent tipping or loss of control, start and stop  
smoothly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel at  
reduced speed.  
5. When using any attachment, never direct the  
discharge of material toward bystanders or allow  
anyone near the machine while in operation.  
10. Be sure the interlock switches are functioning  
correctly.  
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6. Start the engine with the operator in the operating  
position, cutter blades are disengaged, parking  
brake is engaged, and the neutral lever is in neutral.  
20o  
7. If the mower discharge ever plugs, shut off the  
engine, remove the ignition key, and wait for all  
movement to stop before removing the obstruction.  
15o  
10o  
5o  
WARNING  
Figure 2-1. Slope Angle Graph  
DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged  
discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to  
remove clogged material after the engine has  
stopped running and the blades have stopped  
turning.  
CAUTION  
Do not touch the engine or the muffler while the  
engine is running or immediately after stopping.  
These areas may be hot enough to cause a  
burn.  
8. Be alert for holes, rocks, roots and other hidden  
hazards in the terrain. Keep away from any drop  
offs. Beware of overhead obstructions (low limbs,  
etc.), underground obstacles (sprinklers, pipes, tree  
roots, etc.). Cautiously enter a new area. Be alert for  
hidden hazards.  
9. Disengage power to cutter deck before backing up.  
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary  
and then only after observation of the entire area  
behind the mower. If you must mow in reverse,  
maintain a constant lookout to the rear of the  
machine and mow slowly.  
DANGER  
DO NOT run the engine inside a building or  
a confined area without proper ventilation.  
Exhaust fumes are hazardous and contain  
carbon monoxide which can cause brain injury  
and death.  
10. DO NOT turn sharply. Use care when backing up.  
11. Disengage power to cutter deck before crossing  
roads, walks or gravel drives.  
17. Keep hands and feet away from cutter blades and  
moving parts. Contact can injure.  
12. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.  
13. NEVER raise the deck with the blades engaged.  
18. Transport the mower using a heavy duty trailer  
or truck. Insure the trailer or truck has all of the  
necessary lighting and markings as required by  
laws, codes, and ordinances. Secure a trailer with a  
safety chain.  
14. Take all possible precautions when leaving the  
machine unattended, such as disengaging the  
mower, stopping the engine, and removing the key.  
15. Disengage power to the attachments when  
transporting or when not in use.  
19. Be cautious when loading and unloading onto  
trailers or trucks. Use only a full width ramp. Always  
back on and drive off a trailer.  
16. The machine and attachments should be stopped  
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign  
object, and damage should be repaired before  
restarting and operating the machine.  
20. When transporting the mower, make sure the neutral  
lock lever is in neutral lock, the engine is off with the  
key removed, the parking brake is engaged and the  
wheels have been blocked.  
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21. Tie the mower down securely using the tie down  
points located on the front and rear of the machine.  
See Figure 2-2 and 2-3. Secure using straps, chains,  
cable, or ropes. Both front and rear straps must be  
directed down and outward from machine.  
5. Do not change the engine governor settings or  
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's  
manual for information on engine settings.  
6. To reduce fire hazard, keep the cutting units, drives,  
muffler and engine free of grass, leaves, excessive  
grease, oil and dirt.  
7. Park the machine on level ground.  
8. NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the  
machine.  
9. Use care when checking blades. Use a Blade Buddy,  
wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and USE CAUTION  
when servicing blades. Only replace blades. NEVER  
straighten or weld blades.  
TIE DOWN  
TIE DOWN  
POINT  
POINT  
10. Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace all  
worn or damaged decals.  
Figure 2-2. Front Tie Down Points  
11. Use jack stands to support components when  
required.  
12. Carefully release pressure from components with  
stored energy.  
WARNING  
Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure and can  
penetrate skin causing injury. If hydraulic fluid  
is injected into the skin, it must be surgically  
removed within a few hours by a doctor or  
gangrene may result.  
TIE DOWN  
POINT  
TIE DOWN  
POINT  
Figure 2-3. Rear Tie Down Points  
22. Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,  
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.  
23. NEVER leave the machine running unattended.  
keep body and hands away from pinholes or  
nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high  
pressure.Use paper or cardboard and not hands  
to search for leaks.  
2.5 MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS &  
STORAGE  
Safely relieve all pressure from the hydraulic  
system by placing the control levers in the neutral  
lock position and shutting off the engine before  
performing any work on the hydraulic system.  
1. Never make adjustments to the machine with the  
engine running unless specifically instructed to do  
so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and  
clothing away from moving parts.  
2. Place the neutral lock lever in neutral lock, engage  
the parking brake, stop engine and remove key or  
disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental  
starting of the engine when servicing or adjusting  
the machine. Wait for all movement to stop before  
adjusting, cleaning or repairing.  
If you need service on your hydraulic system,  
please see your authorized Scag dealer.  
13. Let the engine cool before storing.  
14. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.  
15. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.  
16. DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors.  
3. Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs.  
4. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, to ensure the  
machine is in safe working condition. Check blade  
mounting bolts frequently to be sure they are tight.  
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2.6 USING A SPARk ARRESTOR  
The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark  
arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public  
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this  
engine on or near any forest covered, brush covered  
or grass covered land unless the exhaust system is  
equipped with a spark arrestor meeting any applicable  
localorstatelaws.Otherstatesorfederalareasmayhave  
similar laws.Check with your state or local authorities for  
regulations pertaining to these requirements.  
2.7 SPARk IGNITION SYSTEM  
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian  
ICES-002.  
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2.8 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS  
483402  
483407  
!
Avoid injury from burns  
- Shut off engine  
- Allow to cool several minutes  
- Remove cap slowly  
- Do not over fill  
484281  
483406  
!
Avoid injury from burns  
- Shut off engine  
- Allow to cool several minutes  
- Remove cap slowly  
- Do not over fill  
Molded in Fuel Tank  
WARNING  
Operation of this equipment  
may create sparks that can  
start ꢀres around dry  
vegetation. A spark  
arrestor may be required.  
The operator should contact  
local ꢀre agencies for laws  
or regulations relating to  
ꢀre prevention requirements.  
483900  
483900  
(supplied with California models only)  
484075  
483405  
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Section 3  
SPECIFICATIONS  
3.1 ENGINE  
General Type ................................................................................................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline  
Brand..................................................................................................................................................................Kawasaki  
Horsepower:  
(Scag Model SVR61V-29FX)....................................................................................29 HP (Engine Model # FX801V)  
Cylinders..................................................................................................................................... 2 with Cast-Iron Sleeves  
Governor................................................Mechanical Type with Variable Speed Control Set At 3600 RPM (+/- 100 RPM)  
Idle Speed:  
Kawasaki............................................................................................................................. 1550 RPM (+/- 150 RPM)  
Fuel...................................................................................... Non-Leaded Gasoline with a Minimum Octane Rating of 87  
Oil Pump...............................................................................................varies - see engine manufacturer's specifications  
Starter:  
Kawasaki....................................................................................................Electric Starting with solenoid shift starter  
3.2 ELECTRICAL  
Starter..................................................................12-Volt Electric Ring Gear Type, Key and Solenoid Operated Interlock  
Interlock Switches............................................................Operator Presence, Mower Engagement (BBC), Neutral Lever  
Instrument Panel ..........................Key Switch, Throttle Lever, Choke Lever, PTO Switch, Hour Meter and Neutral Lever  
3.3 ENGINE DECk  
Drive System ............................................................................. Hydraulic Drive with Two Variable Displacement Pumps  
and Two Cast-Iron High Torque Wheel Motors  
Hydraulic Pumps ..............................................................Two Hydro-Gear model PK Series 12 cc. Hydraulic Pumps  
with Dump Valves for movement without the engine running  
Hydraulic Drive Motors........................................................................ Two Parker Model TE Cast-Iron Wheel Motors  
Steering/Travel Control..............................................Twin Lever Steering Control with Individual Control to Each Wheel  
Parking Brake ...........................................................................Lever Actuated Linkage to Brakes on Both Drive Wheels  
Wheels:  
(2) Front Caster........................................................................................... 13 x 6.50 - 6 Flat-Free w/Roller Bearings  
(2) Drive - .............................................................................20 x 10 - 8 Four-Ply Pneumatic Tubeless, Radius Edge  
Tire Pressure:  
Front Caster....................................................................................................................................................Flat-Free  
Drive.................................................................................................................................................................. 12 PSI  
Fuel Tank ..............................................................................8 Gallon Seamless Polyethylene Tank with Large Opening,  
Fuel Cap, Fuel Gauge and Integrated Cup Holder  
Travel Speed:  
Forward ...............................................................................................................................................0 up to 11 MPH  
Reverse ..............................................................................................................................................0 up to 6.0 MPH  
-NOTE- The machine will travel at 11 mph for transport purposes. For best cutting performance the forward travel  
speed should be adjusted depending upon the cutting conditions.  
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3.4 CUTTER DECk  
Type......................................................................................................................Out-Front design with anti-scalp rollers  
Construction ......................................10-Gauge Deck Top with 10-Gauge Spindle Support, 7-Gauge (3/16") Deck Skirt  
True Cutting Width:  
61 ..........................................................................................................................................................61" (155.0 cm)  
Cutting Height Adjustment................................................................ Adjustment from, 1-1/2" to 4-1/2" in 1/4"increments  
Cutter Blades............................................................................. 0.197 in. Thick, Milled Edge, Wear 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-Loaded Discharge Chute  
Discharge Chute...................................................................................................Black, Polypropylene (Plastic), Flexible  
Spindles.............................................................................Cast-Iron Housing, Tapered Roller Bearings with Top Access  
Grease Fitting and Grease Overfill Relief Poppet  
Spindle Pulleys........................................................................................................Split Steel with Tapered Locking Hub  
Cutter Deck Belts................................................................................................................... B-section with Kevlar Cords  
Electric Clutch Type................................................................................................Ogura Heavy Duty PTO Clutch Brake  
3.5 WEIGHTS AND DIMENSIONS  
SvR-61v  
Length (with foot plate down)..................................................................................................................................75-1/2"  
Length (with foot plate in transport position)............................................................................................................71-1/2  
Tracking Width ........................................................................................................................................................46-3/4"  
Overall Width w/chute down ...................................................................................................................................73-1/2"  
Overall Width w/chute up..............................................................................................................................................62"  
Overall Height.........................................................................................................................................................47-1/2"  
Operating Weight.......................................................................................................................................................975#  
3.6 PRODUCTIvITY  
Cutting Width  
61  
61"  
Acres Per Day  
23.7  
The preceding chart will aid you in determining how many acres your Scag mower will cut per day. The chart is an  
estimate based on 8 hours per day cutting time at 6 MPH with a 20% allowance for overlap and turns.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
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.  
CAUTION  
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.  
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. Pushing the lever forward  
increases engine speed. Pulling the lever back  
decreases engine speed. Full back position is the  
IDLE position. Full forward is the cutting position.  
4.1 CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENT  
IDENTIFICATION  
5. Hourmeter (Figure 4-1). Indicates the number of  
hours the engine has been operated. It operates  
whenever the engine is running. Has preset  
maintenance reminders for engine and hydraulic  
system oil changes. Will start flashing scheduled  
maintenance 2 hours before preset time and  
continue flashing until 2 hours after. Automatically  
resets.  
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). The ignition switch  
is used to start the engine and has three positions;  
OFF, ON, and START.  
IGNITION SWITCH  
CUTTING HEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT  
ENGINE CHOKE  
CONTROL  
NEUTRAL LOCK  
CONTROL  
DECK LIFT  
ENGINE  
THROTTLE  
FUEL GAUGE  
CONTROL  
MOWER DECK  
SWITCH  
RIGHT STEERING  
CONTROL  
PARKING BRAKE  
CONTROL  
LEFT STEERING  
CONTROL  
HOURMETER  
Figure 4-1. Controls and Instruments  
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6. Left Steering Control (Figure 4-1). Used to control  
the mower's left wheel when traveling forward or  
reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details regarding  
the mower's travel controls.  
4.3 INITIAL RUN-IN PROCEDURES  
FIRST DAY OF USE OR APPROXIMATELY 20 HOURS  
1. Check all belts for proper alignment and wear at 2, 4  
and 8 hours.  
7. Right Steering Control (Figure 4-1). Used to  
control the mower's right wheel when traveling  
forward or reverse. See Section 4.5 for further details  
regarding the mower's travel controls.  
2. Change the engine oil and oil filter after the first 20  
hours of operation. See Section 7.4.  
8. Neutral Lock Lever (Figure 4-1). Used to  
disengage the mower drive in the neutral lock  
position (N) or to engage to the mower's drive in the  
drive position (D). See Section 4.5 for further details  
regarding the mower's travel controls.  
3. Check oil level in the hydraulic system reservoir.  
See Section 7.3  
4. Check for loose hardware. Tighten as needed.  
5. Check interlock system for proper operation.  
See Section 4.2.  
9. Parking Brake Control (Figure 4-1). Used to  
engage and disengage the parking brakes. Pull the  
lever back to engage the parking brakes. Push the  
lever forward to disengage the parking brakes.  
6. Check tire pressure. Adjust pressure if necessary.  
See Section 7.10.  
4.4 STARTING THE ENGINE  
10. Deck Lift Lever (Figure 4-1). Used to raise and  
lower the cutter deck.  
11. Cutting Height Adjustment (Figure 4-1). Used to  
CAUTION  
DO NOT USE STARTING FLUIDS. Use of starting  
fluids in the air intake system may be potentially  
explosive or cause arunawayengine condition  
that could result in engine damage and/or  
personal injury.  
set the cutter deck at the desired cutting height.  
12. Fuel Tank Gauge (Figure 4-1). Indicates the amount  
of fuel in the fuel tank.  
4.2 SAFETY INTERLOCk SYSTEM  
The mower is equipped with an interlock system  
intended to protect the operator and others from injury.  
This is accomplished by preventing the engine from  
starting unless the deck drive is disengaged, the neutral  
lock lever is in the neutral lock position, and the operator  
is in the operating position. The system shuts off the  
engine if the operator steps off the operator platform  
with the deck drive engaged or if the neutral lock lever  
is placed in the drive position (D) and the parking brake  
is applied. Never operate equipment with the interlock  
system disconnected or malfunctioning.  
1. Be sure the fuel shutoff valve, located by the fuel  
tank, is completely open. See Section 7.5.  
2. Place the neutral lock lever in the neutral position  
and disengage the the cutter blades .  
3. Engage the parking brake.  
4. If the engine is cold, choke the engine as needed.  
5. Move the engine throttle control to about half engine  
speed.  
6. Turn the ignition key to the start position and start  
the engine.  
WARNING  
7. Allow engine to warm before operating the mower.  
Never operate the mower with the interlock  
system disconnected or malfunctioning. Do not  
disengage or bypass any switch;injury to yourself  
and others or property damage could result.  
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- NOTE -  
4.5 GROUND TRAvEL AND STEERING  
Smooth operation of the steering control levers will  
produce smooth mower operation. While learning  
the operation of the steering controls, keep the  
travel speed low.  
- IMPORTANT -  
If you are not familiar with the operation of a  
machine with lever steering and/or hydrostatic  
transmissions, the steering and ground speed  
operations should be learned and practiced in  
an open area, away from buildings, fences, or  
obstructions. Practice until you are comfortable  
with the handling of the machine before attempting  
to mow. Learn the operation on flat ground before  
operating on slopes.  
REvERSE TRAvEL  
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 area behind the mower.  
- IMPORTANT -  
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  
comfortable with the controls before proceeding  
to mow.  
CAUTION  
Before backing up, observe the rear for persons  
and obstructions. Clear the area before backing  
up. Possible injury or property damage could  
occur.  
FORWARD TRAvEL  
To travel forward with the mower, disengage the parking  
brake, place the neutral lock lever in the drive (D) position  
and slowly push the steering control levers forward an equal  
distance. The further the steering control levers are pushed  
forward, the greater the forward speed will be. To increase  
the speed, push the steering control levers forward and  
to decrease speed, pull the steering control levers back.  
See Figure 4-2.  
To travel in reverse, pull both steering control handles  
back. Keep the travel speed low while traveling in  
reverse.  
- NOTE -  
The mower may not travel straight in reverse.  
Slight adjustments may need to be made using  
the steering controls.  
To stop the forward travel completely, pull the steering  
control levers back to the neutral position.  
To steer the mower to the left while traveling forward,  
pull the left steering control lever back. The further the  
steering control is pulled back, the quicker the mower will  
turn left. See Figure 4-3.  
To steer left while traveling in reverse, allow the left  
steering control lever to move forward. The further  
the control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the  
mower will turn left.  
To steer the mower to the right while traveling forward,  
pull the right steering control lever back. The further the  
steering control is pulled back, the quicker the mower will  
turn right. See Figure 4-3.  
To steer right while traveling in reverse, allow the right  
steering control lever to move forward. The further  
the control is allowed to move forward, the quicker the  
mower will turn right.  
To stop the reverse travel, allow the steering control levers  
to return to the neutral position. If the mower is to be  
parked, engage the parking brake and place the neutral  
lock lever in the neutral (N) position.  
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4.6 ENGAGING THE DECk DRIvE (CUTTER  
BLADES)  
PUSH FOR  
FORWARD  
PULL BACK  
FOR REVERSE  
NEUTRAL  
“N” FOR NEUTRAL LOCK  
“D” FOR DRIVE  
1. Set the throttle at about 3/4 speed. Do not attempt to  
engage the deck drive at high speed as this shortens  
the electric clutch life — use only moderate engine  
speed when engaging the deck drive.  
2. Engage the deck drive by pulling out on the yellow  
switch, located on the instrument panel, to the  
engage position. See Figure 4-4.  
Figure 4-2. Forward / Reverse Controls  
PULL UP TO ENGAGE  
PUSH DOWN TO DISENGAGE  
390S0138  
Figure 4-4. Cutter Engage Switch  
CAUTION  
WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD, PULL BACK  
ON LEFT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER LEFT  
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.  
WHILE TRAVELING FORWARD,PULL BACK  
ON RIGHT STEERING CONTROL TO STEER RIGHT  
- 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.  
Figure 4-3. Steering Controls  
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3. To disengage the deck drive, push the switch in to  
the disengage position.  
6. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position and remove  
the key.  
4. Always operate the engine at full throttle to properly  
maintain cutting speed. If the engine starts to lug  
down, reduce the forward speed and allow the  
engine to operate at maximum RPM.  
4.9 AFTER OPERATION  
1. Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not  
use high pressure spray or direct the spray onto  
electrical components.  
4.7 HILLSIDE OPERATION  
- IMPORTANT -  
Do not wash a hot or running engine. Cold water  
will damage the engine. Use compressed air to  
clean the engine if it is hot.  
WARNING  
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Under no  
circumstances should the machine be operated  
on slopes greater than 20 degrees. See Figure 2-1,  
Page 5 to determine approximate slope of area to  
be mowed. ALWAYS FOLLOW OSHA APPROvED  
OPERATION.  
2. Keep the entire mower clean to inhibit serious heat  
damage to the engine or hydraulic oil circuit.  
3. Check the drive belts for proper alignment and any  
signs of wear. Correct and adjust if necessary.  
1. This mower has been designed for good traction and  
stability under normal mowing conditions. However,  
caution must be used when traveling on slopes,  
especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces  
traction and steering control.  
DANGER  
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower  
to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and  
refueling.  
2. Stay two cut widths away from slopes, drop offs,  
ditches and retaining walls.  
3. To prevent tipping or loss of control, do not start or  
stop suddenly, avoid unnecessary turns and travel  
at reduced speed. If tires lose traction, disengage  
blades and proceed slowly off the slope.  
4. After the mower has cooled down, fill the fuel tank  
with fresh, clean fuel at the end of every day of  
operation. See Engine Owner's Manual for proper  
octane requirements.  
4. Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill. Sudden  
starts may cause the machine to tip backwards.  
5. Check the tire pressure. Adjust pressure if  
necessary.  
5. Loss of traction may occur when traveling down hill.  
Weight transfers to the front of the machine and  
may cause the drive wheels to slip causing loss of  
braking or steering.  
4.10 REMOvING CLOGGED MATERIAL  
6. Never back down hill.  
DANGER  
7. Keep tires properly inflated.  
ROTATING BLADES  
4.8 PARkING THE MOWER  
NEvER PUTYOUR HANDS INTOTHE DISCHARGE  
CHUTE FOR ANY REASON!  
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not  
park the machine on an incline.  
Shut off the engine and remove the key and  
only then use a stick or similar object to remove  
material if clogging has occurred.  
2. Disengage the cutter blades.  
3. Shift the neutral lock lever into the neutral (N)  
position.  
4. Engage the parking brake.  
5. Slow the engine to idle speed.  
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1. If the discharge chute becomes clogged, shut off  
the engine and remove the ignition key. Using a stick  
or similar item, dislodge the clogged material. Then  
resume normal mowing.  
8. Use the alternate stripe pattern for best lawn  
appearance. Vary the direction of the stripe each  
time the grass is mowed to avoid wear patterns in  
the grass.  
4.11 MOvING MOWER WITH ENGINE  
STOPPED  
4.13 ADJUSTING CUTTING HEIGHT  
The mower deck can be adjusted from a height of 1-1/2  
inch to 4-1/2 inches at 1/4-inch intervals. To adjust the  
cutting height:  
To free-wheel” or move the mower around without the  
engine running, place the dump valve levers in the FREE-  
WHEEL position. Disengage the parking brake and move  
the mower by hand. The dump valve levers must be  
returned to the DRIVE position and torqued to 7-10 ft/lbs  
to drive the mower.  
WARNING  
DO NOT adjust the cutting height with the mower  
blades rotating.Disengage the power to the cutter  
blades, put the neutral lock lever in the neutral  
position, apply the parking brake and then adjust  
cutting height.  
4.12 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MOWING  
1. Do not mow with dull blades. A dull blade will tear  
grass, resulting in poor lawn appearance and  
reduced mowing power.  
1. Disengage the power to the cutter blades.  
WARNING  
DO NOT operate without Discharge Chute,  
Mulching kit, or entire Grass Catcher properly  
installed.  
2. Pull on the cutter deck lift lever lever all the way  
backward until it locks in place. See Figure 4-5.  
3. Insert the lanyard pin into the cutting height index  
at the desired cutting height. Pull backward on the  
cutter deck lift lever, push and hold the lock button  
See Figure 4-5. Slowly release the cutter deck lift  
lever. A deck height decal is located on the cutting  
height index as an aid in adjusting the deck to the  
desired height.  
2. The discharge chute must not be removed and  
must be kept in the lowest position to deflect grass  
clippings and 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 reduce the chance of property damage  
by thrown objects.  
CUTTER DECK  
LIFT LEVER  
3. Cut grass when it is dry and not too tall. Do not cut  
grass too short (cut off 1/3 or less of existing grass  
for best appearance). Mow frequently.  
LANYARD PIN  
4. Keep mower and discharge chute clean.  
5. When mowing wet or tall grass, mow the grass twice.  
Raise the mower to the highest setting for the first  
pass and then make a second pass to the desired  
height.  
6. Use a slow travel speed for trimming purposes.  
7. Operate the engine at full throttle for best cutting.  
Mowing with a lower RPM causes the mower to tear  
the grass. The engine is designed to be operated at  
full speed.  
Figure 4-5. Adjusting Cutting Height  
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS  
CONDITION  
CAUSE  
CURE  
STRINGERS - OCCASIONAL  
BLADES OF UNCUT GRASS  
Low engine RPM  
Run engine at full RPM  
Ground speed too fast  
Slow speed to adjust for conditions  
Cut grass after it has dried out  
Sharpen blades  
Wet grass  
Dull blades, incorrect sharpening  
Deck plugged, grass accumulation  
Clean underside of deck  
Width of Deck  
Belts slipping  
Adjust belt tension  
SGB020  
STREAkING - STRIPS OF  
UNCUT GRASS IN CUTTING  
PATH  
Dull, worn blades  
Incorrect blade sharpening  
Low engine RPM  
Sharpen blades  
Sharpen blades  
Run engine at full RPM  
Adjust belt tension  
Belt slipping  
Deck plugged, grass accumulation  
Ground speed too fast  
Wet grass  
Clean underside of deck  
Slow speed to adjust for conditions  
Cut grass after it has dried out  
Replace blades  
Width of Deck  
SGB018  
Bent blades  
STREAkING - STRIPS OF  
UNCUT GRASS BETWEEN  
CUTTING PATHS  
Not enough overlapping between rows Increase the overlap of each pass  
Width  
of  
Deck  
Width  
of  
Deck  
SGB019  
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D)  
CONDITION  
CAUSE  
CURE  
UNEvEN CUT ON FLAT  
GROUND - WAvY HIGH-LOW  
APPEARANCE, SCALLOPED  
CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR  
Lift worn from blade  
Replace blade  
Blade upside down  
Mount with cutting edge toward ground  
Clean underside of deck  
Deck plugged, grass accumulation  
Too much blade angle (deck pitch)  
Deck mounted improperly  
Bent spindle area  
Adjust pitch and level  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Sharpen blade  
Width of Deck  
Dull blade  
SGB020  
UNEvEN CUT ON UNEvEN  
GROUND-WAvYAPPEARANCE,  
HIGH-LOW SCALLOPED CUT,  
OR ROUGH CONTOUR  
May need to reduce ground speed, raise  
cutting height, and/or change direction  
of cut  
Uneven ground  
Width of Deck  
SGB021  
SLOPING RIDGE ACROSS  
WIDTH OF CUTTING PATH  
Tire pressures not equal  
Wheels uneven  
Check and adjust tire pressure  
Check and adjust tire pressure  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Deck mounted incorrectly  
Deck not level side-to side  
Check for level and correct  
Width of Deck  
SGB023  
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TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D)  
CONDITION  
CAUSE  
CURE  
SCALPING - BLADES HITTING  
DIRTORCUTTINGvERYCLOSE  
TO THE GROUND  
Low tire pressures  
Check and adjust pressures  
Ground speed too fast  
Cutting too low  
Slow speed to adjust for conditions  
May need to reduce ground speed, raise  
cutting height, change direction of cut,  
and/or change pitch and level  
May need to reduce ground speed, raise  
cutting height, and/or change direction  
of cut  
Rough terrain  
Width of Deck  
Ground speed too fast  
Wet grass  
Slow speed to adjust for conditions  
Cut grass after it has dried out  
Adjust pitch and level  
SGB022  
STEP CUT - RIDGE IN CENTER  
OF CUTTING PATH  
Blades not mounted evenly  
Bent blade  
Replace blade  
Internal spindle failure  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Mounting of spindle incorrect  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Width of Deck  
SGB024  
SLOPECUT-SLOPINGRIDGES  
ACROSS WIDTH OF CUTTING  
PATH  
Bent spindle mounting area  
Internal spindle failure  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Bent deck housing  
See your authorized SCAG dealer  
Width of Deck  
SGB025  
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ADJUSTMENTS  
6.1 PARkING BRAkE ADJUSTMENT  
ADJUST LINKAGE  
FOR 1/4” GAP  
WARNING  
DO NOT operate the mower if the parking brake  
is not operable. Possible severe injury could  
result.  
The parking brake linkage should be adjusted whenever  
the parking brake lever is placed in the “ENGAGEposition  
and the parking brake will allow the mower to move. If  
the following procedures do not allow you to engage the  
parking brake properly, contact your Scag dealer for further  
brake adjustments.  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
ADJUST LINKAGE  
FOR 1/4” GAP ON  
RIGHT SIDE  
1. Park the machine on a flat, level surface. Block the  
wheels to prevent the machine from moving.  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
CAUTION  
Adjust the brake only enough to hold the machine.  
Excessive force may cause damage to the  
machine or brake components.  
LOOSEN  
BOLT  
1/4” GAP  
NEEDED HERE  
Figure 6-1. Brake Adjustment  
2. Release the parking brake lever.  
3. Look for a gap (approximately 1/4") between the  
right side drive tire and the brake bellcrank. See  
Figure 6-1. Loosen the jam nuts and adjust the brake  
linkage rod until the there is a 1/4" gap between the  
tire and right hand brake bellcrank. The right hand  
side must be ajusted first before adjusting the brake  
weldment on the left side.  
6.2 TRAvEL ADJUSTMENT  
Neutral or tracking adjustments will need to be made if:  
1. The steering control is in the neutral position and  
the machine creeps forward or backward. (Neutral  
Adjustment)  
4. With the brake released, loosen the mounting bolt  
securing the left hand brake weldment to the brake  
bellcrank. Adjust the left hand brake weldment until  
there is a 1/4" gap between the tire and the brake  
weldment  
2. The steering control is in the full forward position  
and the mower pulls to one side or the other when  
traveling in a forward position. (Tracking Adjustment).  
- NOTE -  
If this procedure does not achieve proper brake  
adjustment, please contact your authorized Scag  
dealer.  
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NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
-NOTE-  
Neutral has been set by your Scag dealer at the  
time of set up and normally does not need to be  
adjusted. If, however, you find that the neutral  
has come out of adjustment, follow the procedure  
below.  
ADJUST  
HERE  
1. Be sure the dump valves are in the run position and  
the speed control lever is in the neutral lock position.  
2. With an operator in the operating position, park the  
machine on a flat level surface, start the engine and  
disengage the parking brake.  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
3. Run the engine at full operating speed and check if  
the machine creeps forward or backwards.  
Figure 6-3.  
4. Adjust the RH wheel by loosening the jam nuts on  
the steering control rod and turning the rod until the  
drive wheel turns in the forward direction. Turn the  
rod back until the drive wheel stops moving. Turn the  
rod an additional 1/2 turn. See Figure 6-2.  
6. Actuate the steering control levers forward and  
reverse several times and return them to the neutral  
position.  
7. Check that the drive wheels remained in neutral and  
readjust if necessary.  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
8. Check that the steering control levers hit the stop  
before the pumps reach full stroke. Adjust as  
needed.  
ADJUST  
HERE  
TRACkING ADJUSTMENT  
CAUTION  
Stop the engine and remove the key from the  
ignition before making any adjustments. Wait  
for all moving parts to come to a complete stop  
before beginning work.  
LOOSEN  
JAM NUT  
Figure 6-2. Tracking Adjustment Right Side  
5. Repeat for the LH wheel. See Figure 6-3.  
CAUTION  
The engine and drive unit can get hot during  
operation causing burn injuries. Allow the engine  
and drive components to cool before making any  
adjustments.  
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-NOTE-  
6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOkE  
ADJUSTMENTS  
Before proceeding with this adjustment, be sure  
that the caster wheels turn freely and that the tire  
pressure in the drive wheels is correct. If the tire  
pressure is not correct, the machine will pull to the  
side with the lower pressure.  
These adjustments must be performed by your Scag dealer  
to ensure proper and efficient running of the engine.Should  
either need adjustment, contact your authorized Scag  
service center.  
1. If at full speed the mower pulls right, it is an  
indication that the left wheel is turning faster than  
the right wheel. To adjust this condition, proceed as  
follows:  
6.4 BELT ADJUSTMENTS  
A. Stop the machine and place the steering control  
levers in the neutral position. Loosen the lock nuts  
securing the ball joints at each end of the LH steering  
control rod. Rotate the control rod to lengthen the rod  
and tighten the lock nuts. This will cause the control  
rod to stroke the LH pump less, slowing down the LH  
wheel. See Figure 6-3.  
WARNING  
Before removing any guards, shut the engine off  
and remove the ignition key. Wait for all moving  
parts to come to a complete stop before beginning  
work.  
- NOTE -  
All drive belts and cutter deck belts are spring loaded and  
self-tensioning. The belts should be checked periodically  
for proper alignment and wear.  
If after making the adjustment as outlined in step  
1A, the machine creeps forward or backward, the  
neutral adjustment must be made as described  
on page 20.  
6.5 BELT ALIGNMENT  
2. If at full speed the mower pulls left, it is an indication  
that the right wheel is turning faster than the left  
wheel. To adjust this condition, proceed as follows:  
Belt alignment is important for proper performance of  
your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear  
or breakage, see your authorized Scag service center for  
belt adjustment.  
A. Stop the machine and place the steering control  
levers in the neutral position. Loosen the lock nuts  
securing the ball joints at each end of the RH steering  
control rod. Rotate the control rod to lengthen the rod  
and tighten the lock nuts. This will cause the control  
rod to stroke the RH pump less, slowing down the RH  
wheel. See Figure 6-2.  
6.6 CUTTER DECk ADJUSTMENTS  
Cutter deck level, pitch and height are set at the factory.  
However, if these adjustments should ever need to be  
made, the following procedures will aid in obtaining the  
proper cutter deck adjustment.  
- NOTE -  
If after making the adjustment as outlined in step  
2A, the machine creeps forward or backward, the  
neutral adjustment must be made as described  
on page 20.  
- NOTE -  
Beforeproceedingwiththecutterdeckadjustments,  
be sure all tires are properly inflated.  
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2. Turn the adjustment bolts on the front and rear  
cutter deck adjustment levers clockwise to raise  
or counter-clockwise to lower the RH side until the  
CUTTER DECk LEvEL  
The cutter deck should be level from side-to-side for proper  
cutting performance. To check for level, be sure that the  
mower is on a flat, level surface, the tires are properly inflated  
and the cutter deck is set at the most common cutting height  
that you will use. On the LH side of the machine, check the  
distance from the top of the cutter deck to the floor. Next  
check the distance from the top of the cutter deck to the floor  
on the RH side of the machine. Both measurements should  
be the same. If the two measurements are different, the  
cutter deck level must be adjusted as follows:  
distance from the top of the cutter deck to the floor is  
the same as the measurement on the LH side of the  
machine.  
3. Tighten the two elastic stop nuts to secure the cutter  
deck in the proper position.  
CUTTER DECk PITCH  
The pitch of the cutter deck should be equal between  
the front and rear of the cutter deck for proper cutting  
performance. To check for proper deck pitch, be sure  
that the mower is on a flat, level surface and the tires are  
properly inflated.  
1. On the front RH side of the cutter deck locate the  
cutter deck adjustment levers. Loosen the elastic stop  
nuts securing the cutter deck adjustment levers on the  
front and rear of the cutter deck. See Figure 6-4.  
Check the distance from the top of the cutter deck to the  
floor at the rear RH side of the cutter deck. Next check  
the distance from the top of the cutter deck to the floor at  
the front RH side of the cutter deck. The measurement at  
the front of the cutter deck should be the same as the rear  
of the deck. Make these measurements at the LH side of  
the cutter deck also. If the measurement at the front of  
the deck is not the same, the cutter deck pitch must be  
adjusted as follows:  
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT  
BOLT  
1. Loosen the elastic stop nuts securing the deck level  
links on front of the cutter deck on both sides See  
Figure 6-5.  
2. Turn the adjustment bolts on both side either  
clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the  
front of the cutter deck until the measurements are  
equal. Tighten the elastic stop nuts.  
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT  
BOLT  
Figure 6-4. Cutter Deck Level Adjustment  
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CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT  
BOLT  
DECK HEIGHT  
CONTROL ROD  
LOOSEN HERE  
Figure 6-6. Cutter Deck Height Adjustment  
2. Rotate the cutter blade on the left side of the cutter  
deck. Position the cutter blade so it is facing "front to  
back" on the machine.  
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENT  
BOLT  
WARNING  
Always wear proper hand and eye protection when  
working with cutter blades.  
3. Check the measurement from the floor to the cutter  
blade tip at the rear of the left side blade. If the  
measurement is not at 3", an adjustment can be  
made using the deck height control rod.  
Figure 6-5. Cutter Deck Pitch Adjustment  
CUTTER DECk HEIGHT  
4. Adjust by loosening the jam nuts on the deck height  
control rod. Turn the deck height control rod until the  
3" setting is acheived. Hold the deck height control  
rod and tighten the jam nuts. See Figure 6-6.  
The cutter deck height adjustment is made to ensure  
that the cutter deck is cutting at the height indicated on  
the cutting height index gauge. To check for proper deck  
height, be sure that the mower is on a flat, level surface,  
shut off the engine and remove the igition key. Make sure  
the tires are properly inflated.  
5. Once the adjustment is made to the deck height  
control rod, Check the measurement from the floor to  
the cutter blade tip at the front of the left side blade.  
If the measurement is not at 3", an adjustment must  
be made using the cutter deck adjustment lever.  
Adjust as follows:  
1. Check the cutter deck cutting height by placing the  
lanyard pin in the 3" position on the cutting height  
index. Release the deck from the transport position  
and allow the deck to move to the 3" cutting height  
position.  
A. Loosen the elastic stop nuts securing the deck  
level links on front of the cutter deck on both sides (See  
Figure 6-4 and Figure 6-5 for Cutter Deck Adjustment  
Lever Location).  
B. Turn the adjustment bolts on both side either  
clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the front  
of the cutter deck until the measurements are equal.  
Tighten the elastic stop nuts.  
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6. Rotate the cutter blade on the right side of the cutter  
deck. Position the cutter blade so it is facing "front to  
back" on the machine.  
To adjust the Custom-Cut Baffle height:  
1. Park the machine on a flat surface, apply the parking  
brake, shut off the engine and remove the key.  
7. Check the measurement from the floor to the cutter  
blade tip at the front and rear of the right side blade.  
If the measurement is not at 3", an adjustment must  
be made using the cutter deck adjustment lever.  
Adjust as follows:  
2. Place the cutter deck in the transport position.  
3. Remove the hardware securing the Custom-Cut  
Baffle to the cutter deck.  
- NOTE -  
A. Loosen the elastic stop nuts securing the deck level  
links on front of the cutter deck on both sides (See  
Figure 6-4 and Figure 6-5 for Cutter Deck Adjustment  
Lever Location).  
Hardware location used in the illustrations are for  
reference only. Location of hardware may vary  
depending on cutter deck size.  
4. Move the Custom-Cut Baffle to desired position. See  
Figures 6-7.  
B.Turn the adjustment bolts on both side either  
clockwise to raise or counterclockwise to lower the  
cutter deck until the measurements are equal.Tighten  
the elastic stop nuts.  
5. Reinstall the mounting hardware. Torque hardware to  
39 ft-lbs.  
CUSTOM-CUT BAFFLE ADJUSTMENT  
The Custom-Cut Baffle is designed to deliver optimum  
airflow and superior cutting performance in any type of  
grass. The Custom-Cut Baffle can be raised or lowered  
to precisely tailor the deck's performance for the type of  
grass being cut.The baffle can be set in seven (7) different  
positions for optimum performance.  
A. 3-1/2" or 3-3/4" Position - See Figure 6-7. For very  
tall, wiry or tough-to-cut grass.  
B. 4" (factory setting), 4-1/4" or 4-1/2" Position - See  
Figure 6-7. For general purpose cutting.This gives the  
best mix of cutting performance in all types of grass.  
C. 4-3/4" or 5-1/4" Position - See Figure 6-7. Placing  
the baffle in either the 4-3/4" or 5-1/4" setting will  
enhance fall cutting (leaf pickup) and reduce cutter  
deck "blowout".  
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1
3
2
4
A
B
1
3
2
4
A
B
Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment  
Mounting Slot Selected  
Mounting Hardware Location  
Slot “A”  
Height (inches)  
Hole 1  
3-3/4”  
Hole 2  
4-1/4”  
Hole 3  
4-3/4”  
Hole 4  
5-1/4”  
Slot “B”  
Hole 2  
Hole 3  
Hole 4  
Figure 6-7. Custom-Cut Baffle Adjustment  
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Section 6  
6.7 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT  
ADJUSTMENT NUTS  
The electric clutch serves two functions in the operation of  
the mower. In addition to starting and stopping the power  
flow to the cutter blades, the clutch also acts as a brake to  
assist in stopping blade rotation when the PTO is switched  
off or the operator presence circuit is interrupted.  
When the clutch is disengaged, the air gap between the  
armature and rotor must be adjusted to fifteen thousandths  
of an inch, 0.015, for proper operation. The airgap  
adjustment is made at three bolts on the clutch.There are  
three inspection windows, one next to each adjusting bolt.  
See Figure 6-8.  
INSPECTION WINDOW (x3)  
ADJUSTMENT NUTS  
Figure 6-10. Clutch Air Gap Adjustment  
Figure 6-8. Clutch Air Gap Adjustment  
This adjustment should be done every 500 hours of  
operation or annually, whichever comes first. In cases  
where the machine is heavily used, airgap settings should  
be checked more often.  
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  
If the air gap is too narrow, the clutch armature may drag  
when disengaged, resulting in premature failure.  
If the air gap is too wide, the clutch may be slow to engage  
as the magnet must pull the armature in from a greater  
distance.  
6.8 FRONT WEIGHT ADJUSTMENT  
This mower has been designed for good traction and  
stability under normal mowing conditions.However, caution  
must be used when traveling on slopes, especially when  
the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and steering  
control.  
Figure 6-9. Clutch Air Gap Adjustment  
3. Tighten or loosen the adjusting bolt as needed to  
acheive the 0.015 inch airgap. See Figure 6-10.  
Perform this operation at all three inspection  
windows.  
The36"modelcomesstandardwithtwo(2)weightsinstalled  
and the 48", 52" and 61" models come standard with one  
(1) weight installed. All models must not be operated with  
less than the number of weights listed above.  
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Additional weight can be added to the front of the machine  
if needed. See Figure 6-11.  
1. Remove the front belt from the machine.  
2. Remove the mounting hardware securing the  
weight(s) to the front of the machine.  
3. Add the desired weight to the machine and secure  
using the recommended hardware. See Figure 6-11.  
4. Reinstall the front belt cover.  
1/2-13 ELASTIC  
STOP NUT  
1 - WEIGHT FOR 48” / 52” / 61“  
2 - WEIGHTS FOR 36”  
3 - OPTIONAL FOR ALL MODELS  
1/2-13 x 2-3/4” (ONE WEIGHT)  
1/2-13 x 4-1/2” (TWO WEIGHTS)  
1/2-13 x 5-1/2” (THREE WEIGHTS)  
Figure 6-11. Front Weight Adjustment  
6.9 OPERATOR CUSHION ADJUSTMENT  
The operator cushion can be mounted in twelve (12)  
different positions to fit a wide range of operators. See  
Figure 6-12.  
1. Remove the hardware securing the operator cushion  
to the mounting bracket and set the cushion aside.  
2. Remove the hardware securing the mounting  
bracket.  
3. Install and secure the mounting bracket in the  
desired operating location. Locations A, B or C for  
lower mounting positions or rotate the mounting  
bracket 180 degree and install in G for higher  
mounting positions. See Figure 6-12.  
4. Install and secure the operator cushion in the  
desired location. Locations D, E or F for the lower  
mounting positions or H, I or J for the higher  
mounting positions. See Figure 6-12.  
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OPERATOR CUSHION - LOW ADJUSTMENTS  
THREE MOUNTING  
BRACKET LOCATIONS  
B
THREE OPERATOR  
CUSHION LOCATIONS  
A
C
B
A
C
D
E
F
D
E
F
OPERATOR CUSHION - HIGH ADJUSTMENTS  
THREE OPERATOR  
CUSHION LOCATIONS  
H
I
J
H
I
J
G
ONE MOUNTING  
BRACKET LOCATION  
Figure 6-12. Operator Cushion Adjustment  
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Section 7  
MAINTENANCE  
7.1 MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS  
HOURS  
PROCEDURE  
BREAk-IN  
(FIRST 10)  
COMMENTS  
8
20  
40 100 200 500  
Check all hardware for tightness  
Check hydraulic oil level  
X
See paragraph 7.3  
See paragraph 6.5  
X
X
Check belts for proper alignment  
Check hydraulic hoses for leaks  
Use extreme caution when  
checking the hydraulic hoses.  
See paragraph 2.5  
X
Check engine oil level  
See paragraph 7.4  
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
*Clean mower  
Check tire pressure  
See paragraph 7.9  
See paragraph 7.6  
See paragraph 7.8  
See paragraph 7.2  
See paragraph 4.2  
See paragraph 7.4  
See paragraph 6.5  
*Clean air filter element  
Check condition of blades  
Apply grease to fittings  
Check safety interlock system  
Change engine oil and filter  
Check belts for proper alignment  
X
X
Check belts for proper alignment  
Check condition of fuel lines  
*Clean engine air filter  
See paragraph 6.5  
X
X
See engine operator's  
manual  
X
Apply grease to fittings  
Check all hardware for tightness  
Change engine oil  
See paragraph 7.2  
X
X
X
X
See paragraph 7.4  
See paragraph 7.6  
*Clean air cleaner element  
* Perform these maintenance procedures more frequently under extreme dusty or dirty conditions  
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MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS (CONT'D)  
HOURS  
PROCEDURE  
BREAk-IN  
(FIRST 10)  
COMMENTS  
8
40  
100  
200  
500  
Check hardware for tightness  
Apply grease to fittings  
Check hydraulic oil level  
Change engine oil  
X
X
X
X
X
See paragraph 7.2  
See paragraph 7.3  
See paragraph 7.4  
See paragraph 7.4  
See paragraph 7.5  
See paragraph 7.2  
Change engine oil filter  
Replace engine fuel filter  
Apply grease to fittings  
X
X
Drain hydraulic system and See paragraph 7.3  
replace oil and filter  
X
X
Adjust electric PTO clutch  
See paragraph 6.6  
7.2 LUBRICATION  
GREASE FITTING LUBRICATION CHART  
NO. OF  
PLACES  
LOCATION  
LUBRICATION INTERvAL  
LUBRICANT  
Chassis Grease  
1 - Caster Wheel Pivot  
100 Hours / Bi-Weekly  
100 Hours / Monthly  
200 Hours / Bi-Weekly  
40 Hours / Weekly  
2
2
2 - Caster Wheel Bearings  
3 - Brake Actuator Lever  
4 - Cutter Deck Spindles  
5 - Cutter Deck Pusharms  
6 - Cutter Deck Bellcranks  
Chassis Grease  
Chassis Grease  
1
+ US Lithium MP White Grease  
Chassis Grease  
2 / 3  
2
100 Hours / Monthly  
100 Hours / Monthly  
Chassis Grease  
2
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GREASE FITTING LUBRICATION  
Lubricant Interval  
Lithium MP White Grease 2125  
(40 Hours/Weekly)  
Chassis Grease  
(100 Hours/Bi-weekly)  
3
Chassis Grease  
(200 Hours/Monthly)  
6
1
2
5
4
6
1
2
5
4
Figure 7-1. Lubrication Fitting Points  
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B. CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL  
7.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM  
The hydraulic oil should be changed after every 500 hours  
or annually, 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 oil, and a milky color usually indicates  
water in the hydraulic oil.  
A. CHECkING HYDRAULIC OIL LEvEL  
The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 8  
hours of operation. Thereafter, check the oil after every  
200 hours of machine operation or monthly, whichever  
occurs first.  
- IMPORTANT -  
- IMPORTANT -  
The hydraulic oil should be changed if you notice  
the presence of water or a rancid odor to the  
hydraulic oil.  
If the oil level is consistently low, check for leaks  
and correct immediately.  
1. Wipe dirt and contaminants from around the  
reservoir cap. Remove the cap from the hydraulic oil  
reservoir.  
1. Park the mower on a level surface, stop the engine  
and remove the ignition key.  
2. Place a suitable container under the hydraulic  
oil filter. Remove the fill cap from the reservoir.  
Remove the drain plug from the fitting on the filter  
base. See Figure 7-3. Allow the fluid to drain into the  
container and properly discard it.  
2. Visually check the level of hydraulic oil. Hydraulic  
oil must be at least 2-1/4" inches from top of the  
filler neck. If the level cannot be determined visually,  
use a clean tape measure to check the level. If the  
fluid is low, add 20W50 motor oil. DO NOT overfill;  
(overfilling the oil reservoir may cause oil seepage  
around the cap area).  
3. Re-install the drain plug into the tee fitting and be  
sure it is tight.  
3. Clean the fill cap and install it onto the reservoir.  
- NOTE -  
Before refilling the hydraulic oil reservoir the  
hydraulic oil filter should be changed as outlined  
in Procedure C "Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter  
Element".  
4. Fill the reservoir to full 2-1/4" inches below the filler  
neck with 20W50 motor oil.  
5. Replace the reservoir fill cap. Start the engine and  
drive forward and backward for two minutes. Check  
the oil level in the reservoir. If necessary, add oil to  
the reservoir.  
HYDRAULIC OIL  
RESERVOIR  
Figure 7-2. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir  
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B. CHANGING ENGINE CRANkCASE OIL  
After the first 20 hours of operation, change the engine  
crankcase oil and replace the oil filter. Thereafter,  
change the engine crankcase oil after every 100 hours of  
operation or monthly, whichever occurs first. Refer to the  
Engine Operator’s Manual furnished with this mower for  
instructions.  
ENGINE OIL  
FILLER & DIPSTICK  
HYDRAULIC OIL  
FILTER  
DRAIN PLUG  
ENGINE OIL  
FILTER  
Figure 7-3. Hydraulic Oil Filter  
C. CHANGING HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER  
ELEMENT  
ENGINE OIL  
DRAIN  
The hydraulic oil filter should be changed after every 500  
hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first.  
1. Remove the oil filter element. See Figure 7-3.  
Properly discard the oil filter element. Fill the new  
filter with clean oil and install the filter. Hand tighten  
only.  
Figure 7-4. Drain Plug, Dipstick and Oil Filter  
Location  
2. Run the engine at idle speed with the speed control  
lever in neutral for five minutes.  
C. CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER  
3. Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank. Hydraulic  
oil must be at the full tab below the filler neck. If  
necessary, add SAE 20w50 motor oil.  
After the first 20 hours of operation, replace the engine oil  
filter.Thereafter, replace the oil filter after every 200 hours  
of operation or every month, whichever occurs first. Refer  
to Engine Operator’s Manual for instructions.  
7.4 ENGINE OIL  
A. CHECkING ENGINE CRANkCASE OIL LEvEL  
DANGER  
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower to  
cool before changing the oil and removing the  
filter.  
The engine oil level should be checked after every 8 hours  
of operation or daily as instructed in the Engine Operator’s  
Manual furnished with this mower.  
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Section 7  
To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme  
care in handling gasoline.Gasoline is extremely flammable  
and the vapors are explosive.  
7.5 ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM  
1. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other  
sources of ignition.  
DANGER  
To avoid injury from burns, allow the mower  
to cool before removing the fuel tank cap and  
refueling.  
2. Use only an approved gasoline container.  
3. Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the  
engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool  
before fueling.  
4. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed  
trailer.  
A. FILLING THE FUEL TANk  
5. Never store the machine or fuel container where  
there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as on  
a water heater or other appliances.  
Fill the fuel tank at the beginning of each operating day. For  
EPA Phase 2 (produced prior to 1/1/2011) models, fill to  
within one (1) inch below the filler neck. For Low Emission  
(LE) and EPA Phase 3 (produced after 1/1/2011) models,  
fill to the bottom of the filler neck insert (approximately  
8 gallons indicating Full (F) on the fuel gauge) at the  
beginning of each operating day. See Figure 7-5. Do not  
overfill.Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with a minimum  
octane rating of 87 and a maximum of 10% Ethanol.  
6. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck  
or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place  
containers on the ground away from your vehicle  
before filling.  
7. Remove the machine from the truck or trailer and  
fuel on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel  
the machine with a portable container, rather than  
from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.  
DO NOT use E85 Fuel. Using E85 Fuel will cause severe  
damage to the engine.  
8. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of fuel tank  
or container opening at all times until fueling is  
complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.  
1/2  
.
FILLER NECK  
.
.
. .F3/4  
1/4  
INSERT  
E
9. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing  
immediately and wash affected skin.  
10. Replace gas cap and tighten securely. For Low  
Emission (LE) and EPA Phase 3 (produced after  
1/1/2011) models, tighten the fuel cap until it  
ratchets.  
FUEL LEVEL  
B. REPLACING IN-LINE FUEL FILTER  
ELEMENTS  
The engine fuel filter should be replaced after every 500  
hours of operation or annually, whichever occurs first. See  
Figure 7-6.  
1. Close the shutoff valve. Remove the two clamps  
securing the fuel filter to the fuel hose. Remove the  
fuel filter.  
2. Install a new fuel filter. Be sure it is installed in the  
proper direction. Secure to the fuel hose using the  
two clamps.  
Figure 7-5. C.A.R.B. / EPA Phase 3 Fuel Level  
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Section 7  
7.7 BATTERY - ELECTRIC START MODELS  
WARNING  
Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and  
explosive gases. To avoid personal injury when  
checking, testing or charging batteries, DO NOT  
use smoking materials near batteries. keep arcs,  
sparks and flames away from batteries. Provide  
proper ventilation and wear safety glasses.  
ENGINE FUEL  
FILTER  
Figure 7-6. Fuel Filter  
WARNING  
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories  
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals  
known to cause cancer and reproductive harm.  
Wash hands after handling.  
7.6 ENGINE AIR CLEANER  
A. CLEANING AND/OR REPLACING 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  
monthly, whichever occurs first and replace the element  
if required. See Engine Owner's Manual for service  
information.  
WARNING  
Electric storage battery fluid contains sulfuric  
acid which is POISON and can cause SEvERE  
CHEMICAL BURNS. Avoid contact of fluid with  
eyes, skin, or clothing. Use proper protective gear  
when handling batteries. DO NOT tip any battery  
beyond 45° angle in any direction. If fluid contact  
does occur, follow first aid suggestions below.  
- NOTE -  
In extremely dusty conditions it may be necessary  
to check the element once or twice daily to prevent  
engine damage.  
1. Snap open the two clips securing the air cleaner  
cover to the air cleaner box. Remove the air cleaner  
cover, clean the duck bill vent of any dust or debris  
and set the cover aside.  
BATTERY ELECTROLYTE FIRST AID  
External Contact — Flush with water.  
2. Remove the air cleaner and inspect.  
Eyes — Flush with water for at least 15 minutes  
and get medical attention immediately.  
3. Clean or replace the air cleaner as recommended  
by the engine manufacturer.Replace the air cleaner  
cover and secure.  
Internal — Drink large quantities of water. Follow  
with Milk Of Magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable  
oil. Get medical attention immediately. In case of  
internal contact, DO NOT give fluids that would  
induce vomiting.  
4. Replace the air filter cover and be sure to snap the  
two clips closed.  
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Section 7  
7.8 CUTTER BLADES  
A. CHARGING THE BATTERY  
Refer to the battery charger’s manual for specific  
instructions.  
A. BLADE INSPECTION  
1. Remove the ignition key before servicing the blades.  
Under normal conditions the engine’s alternator will have  
no problem keeping a charge on the battery. If the battery  
has been completely discharged for a long period of time,  
the alternator may not be able to recharge the battery, and  
a battery charger will be required.  
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.  
DO NOT charge a frozen battery.It may explode and cause  
injury. Let the battery warm before attaching a charger.  
WARNING  
Always wear proper hand and eye protection when  
Whenever possible, remove the battery from the mower  
before charging and make sure the electrolyte covers the  
plates in all cells.  
working with cutter blades.  
3. Check the cutter blades for straightness. If the cutter  
blades appear bent, they will need to be replaced.  
WARNING  
BATTERIES PRODUCE EXPLOSIvE GASES.  
Charge the battery in a well ventilated space so  
gases produced while charging can dissipate.  
WARNING  
Do not attempt to straighten a bent blade, and  
never weld a broken or cracked blade. Always  
replace it with a new blade to assure safety.  
Charging rates between 3 and 50 amperes are satisfactory  
if excessive gassing or spewing of electrolyte does not  
occur or the battery does not feel excessively hot (over  
125°F). If spewing or gassing occurs or the temperature  
exceeds 125°F, the charging rate must be reduced or  
temporarily stopped to permit cooling.  
4. If a blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be  
sharpened. Remove the blades for sharpening. See  
"Blade Replacement."  
- NOTE -  
Keep the blades sharp.Cutting with dull blades not  
only yields a poor mowing job, but slows the cutting  
speed of the mower and causes extra wear on the  
engine and the blade drive by pulling hard.  
B. JUMP STARTING  
1. The booster battery must be a 12 volt type. If a  
vehicle is used for jump starting, it must have a  
negative ground system.  
B. BLADE SHARPENING  
2. When connecting the jumper cables, connect the  
positive cable to the positive battery post, then  
connect the negative cable to the negative battery  
post.  
- NOTE -  
If possible, use a file to sharpen the blade. Using  
a wheel grinder may burn the blade.  
- NOTE -  
DO NOT sharpen the blades beyond 1/3 of the  
width of the blade. See Figure 7-7.  
1. Sharpen the cutting edge at the same bevel as the  
original. See Figure 7-7. Sharpen only the top of the  
cutting edge to maintain sharpness.  
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5. Install the spacer onto the blade bolt and insert the  
bolt into the cutter spindle shaft.  
Angle Blade Back  
Do Not Cut In  
6. Install the hex nut to the blade bolt at the top of the  
cutter spindle. Secure the blades from rotating and  
torque to 75 ft/lbs. See Figure 7-8.  
X
HEX NUT-TORQUE  
TO 75 LB-FT  
X Must NOT Exceed  
1/3 Blade Width  
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Figure 7-7. Blade Sharpening  
2. Check the balance of the blade. If the blades are out  
of balance, vibration and premature wear can occur.  
See your authorized Scag dealer for blade balancing  
or special tools, if you choose to balance your own  
blades.  
SPINDLE  
SHAFT  
CUTTER  
DECK  
HEX HEAD  
BOLT / NUT  
C. BLADE REPLACEMENT  
SPINDLE  
ASSEMBLY  
CUTTER BLADE  
SPACER  
WARNING  
Always wear proper hand and eye protection when  
working with cutter blades.  
CUTTER  
BLADE  
WASHER  
HEX HEAD BOLT  
1. Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades.  
Figure 7-8. Blade Replacement  
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.  
7.9 TIRES  
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 nut from the blade attaching bolt. Remove the  
cutter blade, bolt and spacer from the spindle shaft.  
See Figure 7-8.  
Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation  
or daily.  
Caster Wheels  
Drive Wheels  
Flat-Free  
12 PSI  
- NOTE -  
The front of the machine will have to be raised  
slightly to remove the blade bolt from the cutter  
spindle.  
4. To install the new cutter blade, put the flat washer  
onto the blade bolt and slide the bolt into the hole in  
the cutter blade.  
- NOTE -  
Be sure that the blade is installed with the lift wing  
pointing toward the top of the deck.  
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Section 7  
7.10 BODY AND DECk  
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. Repair damaged metal surfaces using Scag touch-  
up paint (P/N 48521) available from your authorized  
Scag dealer. Wax the mower with an automotive  
paint wax for maximum paint protection.  
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NOTES  
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Section 8  
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST  
8.1 SCAG APPROvED ATTACHMENTS AND ACCESSORIES.  
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved  
for use on this machine.  
Scag approved attachments and accessories:  
Mulch Plate (p/n 9288)  
Hurricane Mulch (p/n 9285)  
GC-4D (p/n 9054)  
GC-F4 (p/n 9055)  
Blade Buddy (p/n 9212)  
Chrome Wheel Covers (p/n 920H)  
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Section 8  
61v CUTTER DECk  
1
2
5
3
4
7
6
8
9
5
1
78  
10  
2
8
9
3
4
4
77  
12  
5
8
11  
13  
19  
18  
14  
13  
23  
20  
21  
12  
17  
22  
25  
A
76  
15  
18  
24  
16  
20  
B
75  
74  
73  
B
73  
72  
28  
28  
27  
29  
30  
71  
A
12  
35  
68  
26  
33  
34  
70  
69  
31  
67  
66  
67  
20  
48  
36  
60  
63  
49  
37  
38  
58  
61  
18  
51  
50  
62  
59  
39  
52  
41  
40  
42  
43  
5
53  
54  
44  
46  
55  
56  
39  
45  
57  
47  
42  
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61v CUTTER DECk  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
Part No.  
Description  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
69  
70  
71  
72  
73  
74  
75  
76  
77  
78  
481025  
43297  
481035  
483176  
04021-04  
04040-04  
04003-12  
04063-08  
04001-176  
43590  
Seal, Lower  
Bushing, Lower  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
04020-09  
04001-172  
48926  
Nut, 5/8-11 UNC  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1"  
Tapered Hub  
Pulley, 6.32 O.D. (61V)  
Nut, 3/8-16 Elastic Stop  
Belt, Cutter Deck (61V)  
Bracket, Belt Guide  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105 HD  
Dust Shield  
Pulley, 5" Idler  
Pulley, 5" Idler  
Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16  
Bearing  
Idler Arm Assembly (incl. # 13)  
Pivot, Idler  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Grade 8  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3-1/4"  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1"  
Shaft Weldment, Push Arm Mount  
Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18  
Pusharm Assembly, LH  
Pusharm Assembly, RH  
Nut, 5/8-18 UNF  
Rod End, Male 5/8"  
Grease Fitting  
Shaft Weldment  
Guide Roller  
Lever, Deck Level  
Nut, Special 1-1/16" - 18  
Pad, Deck Wear  
Nut, Center Lock 5/16-18  
Flatwasher, 5/16-.344 x .688 x .065  
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 1"  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"  
Spacer, Spindle Bottom  
Cutter Blade, 21"  
Flatwasher, 5/8-.688 x 1.75 x .134 HD  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/8-11 x 9-1/2"  
Baffle, Flange 61V  
483286  
04021-09  
484197  
424615  
04043-04  
424367  
483210  
483215  
04019-04  
48224  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
482881  
04043-06  
04001-41  
424841  
04003-23  
482295  
462333  
43681  
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 1"  
Wheel, Anti-Scalp  
Shaft Weldment  
04001-136  
04001-62  
04001-09  
451724  
04019-03  
462323  
462324  
04020-16  
48763  
48114-08  
452076  
483997  
483361  
04110-03  
04003-42  
04107-04  
04021-11  
462334  
04021-22  
04030-03  
484020  
461663  
43589  
45944  
04001-47  
04041-38  
04001-62  
04001-136  
481632  
48100-15  
04003-26  
04021-05  
422478  
04017-27  
04001-12  
04021-10  
482245  
04001-154  
461846  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 5"  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.406 x 2.25 x .1875  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3-1/4"  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Grade 8  
Wheel, Anti-Scalp (incl. # 67)  
Bushing, Bronze  
Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 4"  
Nut, Center Lock 3/8-16  
Bracket, Anti-Scalp Wheel  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1" Serrated Flange  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"  
Nut, 5/16-18 Elastic Stop  
Spring, Discharge Chute  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 4-3/4"  
Discharge Chute Assembly  
Knob w/Stud  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
U-Nut, 3/8-16  
Bolt, Carriage 7/16-14  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2" Special  
Nut, Elastic Stop 7/16-14  
Cutter Deck w/Decals  
Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18  
Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring  
Spring, Cutter Deck  
Spindle Assembly  
Shaft, Spindle  
Seal, Upper  
Bearing Assembly  
Grease Fitting  
481625-01  
425474  
Belt Cover, SVR-61V  
481024  
481022  
48114-04  
48677  
43644  
43312  
Valve Grease Relief  
Housing, Spindle  
Spacer, Outside  
43296  
Spacer, Inside  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v CUTTER DECk CONTROLS  
1
4
9
10  
2
3
8
4
8
5
8
12  
9
D
8
42  
5
14  
9
4
11  
6
7
11  
12  
8
A
6
5
14  
8
9
13  
B
4
60  
8
8
C
8
59  
16  
10  
9
8
9
12  
D
8
24  
29  
25  
20  
15  
61  
21  
19  
10  
18  
22  
59  
26  
C
17  
58  
27  
18  
28  
30  
34  
59  
15  
36  
A
23  
37  
4
37  
7
60  
B
31  
34  
42  
38  
44  
45  
35  
43  
33  
39  
56  
32  
8
57  
46  
41  
40  
8
46  
47  
9
23  
9
12  
21  
8
8
10  
4
48  
49  
52  
50  
54  
55  
54  
51  
53  
54  
53  
52  
44  
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SvR-61v CUTTER DECk CONTROLS  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
Part No.  
Description  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
04021-20  
481657  
481025  
451658  
04001-167  
43583  
Nut, Elastic Stop 1"-14  
Bearing w/Race  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
481625-01  
491616  
452063  
04021-07  
43806  
04001-52  
04001-74  
04019-04  
04001-20  
483361  
Knob w/Stud  
Belt Cover w/Decals (61V)  
Arm Weldment, RH  
Nut, Elastic Stop 1/2-13  
Spacer  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 2-1/2"  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 3"  
Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/2"  
Lever, Deck Level  
Seal, 2" OD x 1.625 ID  
Caster Yoke Weldment  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 9-1/2"  
Sleeve, Caster Wheel  
Caster Wheel Assembly, 13 x 6.5  
Seal  
Roller Bearing, Short  
Bearing w/Race  
Grease Fitting  
Weight  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 2-3/4" (One Weight)  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 4-1/2"  
(Two Weights Installed)  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 5-1/2"  
(Three Weights Installed)  
Reinforcement, Bearing  
Nut, 3/8-16 Serrated Flange  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/2" Grade 8  
Fender Weldment  
9278  
43584  
482622  
482621  
48114-10  
41020  
04001-190  
04001-82  
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  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
484274  
48540  
452161  
Linkage, Deck Lift (61V)  
Chain  
Deck Lift Weldment (61V))  
Nut, Serrated Flange 1/2-13  
Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1"  
U-Nut, 3/8-16  
Bearing, Deck Lift - 61V  
Flatwasher, 3/4-.766 x 1.25 x .0598  
Retaining Ring, .750 "E"  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3"  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105  
Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16  
Actuator Rod  
04019-06  
04021-10  
04001-09  
04110-04  
483334  
04041-08  
04050-02  
04001-54  
04041-07  
04021-09  
43747  
04001-37  
58  
59  
60  
61  
425209  
04019-04  
04001-136  
452164  
483453-14  
452061  
483600  
Bearing  
Handle Weldment, Deck Latch  
Spring, Deck Latch  
43212  
Spacer  
04001-31  
04001-183  
43748  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/2"  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 1-3/4"  
Bushing, Deck Latch  
Deck Latch, Outer  
Nut, Serrated Flange 1/2-13  
Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16  
Spacer  
424652  
04019-06  
04021-09  
43554  
43666  
425468  
04001-82  
04062-04  
483345  
452062  
483763  
Spacer  
Bracket, Deck Height (61V)  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 4-1/2"  
Hair Pin Cotter  
Pin Assembly w/Lanyard  
Arm Weldment, LH  
Spring, Deck Lift  
Spacer  
Cap, Grease  
43805  
484195  
45  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v SHEET METAL COMPONENTS  
3
4
7
2
8
9
1
9
12  
10  
13  
5
11  
6
47  
14  
17  
6
30  
15  
46  
15  
16  
2
15  
15  
6
18  
19  
46  
21  
13  
45  
20  
13  
18  
24  
48  
13  
44  
23  
31  
43  
26  
A
C
23  
6
35  
22  
35  
42  
C
B
38  
32  
41  
25  
40  
28  
35  
15  
B
37  
17  
49  
26  
35  
36  
27  
29  
A
33  
34  
35  
46  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v SHEET METAL COMPONENTS  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
Part No.  
Description  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
425501  
452164  
481714  
425084  
04001-19  
04019-04  
04001-18  
04030-04  
484041  
Brake Shaft Support  
Fender Weldment  
Mudflap  
Bracket, Oil Filter Base  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1"  
Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3/4"  
Lockwasher, 3/8"  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
462240  
Instrument Panel w/Decal  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x .63  
Knob w/Stud  
Belt Cover w/Decals - 61V  
Bracket, Oil Cooler - 48V & 52V Only  
Nut, Serrated Flange 1/4-20  
Battery Cover  
Insulation, Battery Cover  
Pad, Rubber  
Battery Box  
04001-06  
481625-01  
491616  
425504  
04019-02  
42392  
48099  
48661  
423308  
04003-01  
04029-01  
04003-12  
425085  
04019-03  
425307  
04003-02  
04024-03  
425148  
04017-05  
483963  
04021-09  
04019-04  
48929  
04009-09  
483453-19  
462252  
Spring, Foot Platform  
Pin, Spring Mount  
Strap, Mudflap  
9
43814  
425534  
425463  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 6"  
Wing Nut, 1/4-20  
Guard, Foot  
04001-19  
04003-12  
462335  
04110-04  
481284  
452165  
04001-168  
04021-04  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1"  
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Mainframe Assembly w/Decals (61)  
U-Nut, 3/8-16  
Bumper, Rubber  
Handle Weldment  
Bolt, Carriage 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Bracket, Battery Support  
Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18  
Bracket, Neutral Switch  
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
Nut, Push On 5/16"  
Bracket, Knee Pad  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
Knee Pad  
Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16  
Nut, 3/8-16 Serrated Flange  
Spring  
Bolt, Shoulder 1/2 x 1"  
Bearing  
Footplate Assembly (Incl. # 26)  
Bolt, Shoulder 3/8 x 1/4"  
Footplate Extension  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4" Grade 8  
Nut, Center Lock 5/16-18  
04009-15  
425447  
47  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v STEERING CONTROLS  
1
2
38  
3
38  
4
5
6
A
7
11  
10  
8
9
9
10  
11  
B
12  
24  
13  
18  
16  
17  
A
20  
23  
42  
19  
B
15  
44  
37  
12  
14  
32  
41  
40  
15  
38  
21  
38  
36  
22  
43  
11  
25  
34  
24  
37  
38  
26  
39  
31  
29  
27  
35  
33  
34  
*28  
32  
30  
10  
45  
34  
24  
33  
32  
31  
2011 SVR Steering Controls  
SVR-36A  
SVR-36A  
SVR-48V  
SVR-52V  
48  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v STEERING CONTROLS  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
Part No.  
Description  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
42  
43  
44  
452167  
Brake Paddle Weldment - SVR-61V  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.438 x 1.0 x .083  
Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
484093  
04020-12  
452118  
Knob, Soft Touch  
Nut, Jam 3/8-16  
Handle Weldment  
Spring, Neutral Lever  
04001-32  
04040-12  
04021-09  
04021-05  
04050-01  
04001-11  
04019-03  
484090  
43750  
491607  
481548  
04001-45  
04001-14  
483601  
Nut, Center Lock 3/8-16  
04050-05  
04009-11  
04009-14  
452117  
04021-08  
04030-03  
483504  
04050-10  
43820  
462220  
462221  
483453-19  
484092  
04003-02  
04003-06  
481545  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.406 x .812 x .065  
Bolt, Shoulder 3/8 x 1"  
Bolt, Shoulder 3/8 x .375  
Lock Weldment, Neutral  
Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20  
Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring  
Bearing  
Retaining Ring, .50 External  
Shaft, Steering Handles  
Handle Bar Assy., LH (Incl. # 15, 16)  
Handle Bar Assy., RH (Incl. # 15, 16)  
Bearing  
Retaining Ring, .625 External "E"  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/2"  
Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18  
Linkage Assembly, Brake  
Spacer  
Brake Lever w/Grip - SVR-61V  
Grip, Brake Lever  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2"  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1"  
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
*28  
29  
30  
Grip, Control Lever  
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
Bolt, Carriage 1/4-20 x 1"  
Switch, Interlock  
Bracket, Neutral Switch  
Nut, Serrated Flange 1/4-20  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-1/4"  
Flatwasher, 5/16-.344 x .688 x .065  
Nut, Elastic Stop 5/16-18  
Linkage Assembly  
425307  
04019-02  
04001-10  
04040-04  
04021-10  
484072  
43749  
04001-12  
452166  
Spacer, Pump  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1-3/4"  
Bellcrank, Brake Weldment - SVR-61V  
Brake Keeper Plate - SVR-61V  
Nut, Serrated Flange 5/16-18  
425467  
04019-03  
49  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v FUEL SYSTEM - EPA PHASE 2  
(models produced prior to 1/1/2011)  
2
1
TO FUEL  
FILTER  
6
4
5
8
7
3
9
10  
11  
9
10  
11  
50  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v FUEL SYSTEM - EPA PHASE 2  
(models produced prior to 1/1/2011)  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
483617  
48059-01  
462205  
483896  
482571  
484246  
484242  
483792  
04040-15  
04030-03  
04001-08  
Fuel Hose, 1/4" ID (order by inch)  
Clamp, Fuel Hose  
Fuel Tank Assembly - SVR-61V  
Valve, Fuel Shut Off  
Bushing, .56 Dia. Viton  
Fuel Gauge Assembly (incl. #7)  
Seal, Fuel Gauge  
Fuel Cap  
9
10  
11  
Flatwasher, 5/16-.375 x .875 x .083  
Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
51  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v FUEL SYSTEM - EPA PHASE 3  
(models produced after to 1/1/2011)  
8
6
2
1
TO FUEL  
FILTER  
13  
4
16  
15  
14  
14  
18  
A
14  
12  
To Engine  
Purge Port  
14  
Purge  
17  
A
19  
Tank  
13  
20  
5
7
21  
B
9
10  
3
23  
22  
B
9
10  
11  
52  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v FUEL SYSTEM - EPA PHASE 3  
(models produced after to 1/1/2011)  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
Description  
1
2
3
4
483617  
48059-01  
462300  
Fuel Hose, 1/4" ID (order by inch)  
Clamp, Fuel Hose  
Fuel Tank Assembly - SVR-61V  
Valve, Fuel Shut Off  
483896  
5
482571  
Bushing, .56 Dia. Viton  
6
7
484246  
484242  
Fuel Gauge Assembly (incl. #7)  
Seal, Fuel Gauge  
8
9
484286  
Fuel Cap, Tethered (E.P.A.)  
Flatwasher, 5/16-.375 x .875 x .083  
Lockwasher, 5/16" Spring  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4"  
Tube, Fuel Tank Insert - 4"  
Hose, Vapor Recovery 3/16" (order by inch)  
Clamp, Vapor Recovery Hose  
Mender, 1/4 x 3/16 w/.02 Hole  
Hose, Vapor Recovery 1/4" (order by inch)  
Clamp, Fuel Hose 7/32" ID  
Fitting, Remote Vent  
04040-15  
04030-03  
04001-08  
484279-01  
484345  
48059-05  
484343-01  
484347  
48059-02  
484333  
484285  
484342  
452225  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
Grommet, Viton  
Carbon Canister - SVR-61V  
Canister Mounting Bracket, SVR  
Clamp  
48136-17  
04001-09  
Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 1"  
53  
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Section 8  
SvR-61vHYDRAULICS AND ENGINE COMPONENTS  
1
67  
3
5
14  
C
5
2
46  
13  
8
B
3
6
3
A
M
K
6
5
66  
5
3
5
D
10  
65  
9
3
3
5
12  
11  
4
68  
64  
C
3
61  
D
7
N
E
61  
5
21  
3
17  
24  
25  
B
22  
5
60  
68  
63  
H
5
23  
G
N
F
3
A
16  
18  
4
24  
54  
15  
20  
6
52  
M
7
E
19  
J
26  
L
25  
45  
G
22  
F
44  
23  
27  
25  
33  
28  
47  
48  
36  
H
K
L
33  
49  
56  
29  
56  
59  
34  
35  
43  
42  
32  
58  
30  
31  
38  
48  
52  
37  
57  
39  
40  
41  
J
54  
58  
48  
53  
55  
50  
51  
54  
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Section 8  
SvR-61v HYDRAULICS AND ENGINE COMPONENTS  
Ref.  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
Part No.  
Description  
42  
43  
44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
50  
51  
52  
53  
54  
55  
56  
57  
58  
59  
60  
61  
62  
63  
64  
65  
66  
67  
68  
04063-28  
483802  
04001-32  
04030-04  
484089  
04001-161  
04043-04  
483213  
Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 3-1/2"  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
484219  
484317  
48136-13  
48136-05  
48811  
Engine, 29hp Kawasaki FX  
Cooler, Transmission (61V)  
Clamp, .69 Max Dia.  
Clamp, .87 Max Dia.  
Hose, 3/8 Pushlock (order by inch)  
Heatshield, Flexible  
Hose, 1/2 Pushlock (order by inch)  
Hydraulic Tank Assy. (incl. # 9 through 13)  
Bushing, .56 Dia, Viton  
Fitting, 90 Degree - .38 Hose  
Bushing, .78 Dia. Viton  
Fitting, 90 Degree - .50 Hose  
Insert, Filler Neck  
Cap, Hydraulic Tank  
Filter Head  
Fitting  
Elbow, 90 Degree  
Tee Fitting, 3/4 O-Ring  
Cap, 3/4" JIC  
Oil Filter  
Hose Assembly  
Hose Assembly  
Hose Assembly  
Hose Assembly  
Fitting, Union 1/2 x 5/8  
Wheel Motor  
Wheel Hub  
Wheel Assembly  
Pulley, 4.75 OD - 1.125" Bore  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 1-1/4"  
Lockwasher, 3/8" Spring  
Oil Drain  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-3/4"  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.391 x .938 x .105 HD  
Pulley, 4-1/2" Idler  
482839  
48351  
462176  
482571  
482572  
482573  
482574  
481507  
481164  
482417  
482800-02  
482266-01  
482481  
48571-02  
48462-01  
484208  
484205  
484206  
484207  
48572-02  
483388  
462275  
484056  
481868  
484057  
422214  
48679  
04028-02  
452162  
482649  
04063-14  
482085  
483520  
04001-172  
462339  
04041-28  
04030-05  
04102-03  
483526  
Spring, Transmission  
9
04001-54  
04019-04  
04021-05  
04021-09  
04001-62  
04041-12  
462229  
48224  
43734  
48350-05  
48572-04  
483280  
484277  
484278  
484198  
481259  
484199  
482266-01  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3"  
Nut, Serrated Flange 3/8-16  
Nut, Center Lock 3/8-16  
Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16  
Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 3-1/4"  
Flatwasher, 3/8-.375 x 1-1/2 x .059  
Idler Arm Assy (incl. # 58)  
Bearing  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
Idler Pivot, Long  
Elbow, 90 Degree - 1/2 x 1/2  
Fitting, Union 1/2 x 1/2  
Tubing, Oil Drain (order by inch)  
Pump, LH - 12cc  
Pump, RH - 12cc  
Exhaust Manifold, 29FX Kawasaki  
Clamp, Muffler 1.25 Dia.  
Muffler, 29FX Kawasaki  
Elbow, 90 Degree  
Rim w/Valve Stem  
Tire, 20 x 10.5-8 4-Ply  
Lockwasher, Wheel Motor  
Hex Castle Nut, 3/4-28  
Wheel Nut  
Anti-Rotation Bracket  
Pulley, 5.45 OD - Tapered Bore  
Key, 5 x 5 x 25mm  
Tapered Hub, 15mm Bore  
Belt, Pump Drive  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1" Gr. 8  
Clutch w/Tag  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
39  
40  
41  
Flatwasher, 7/16-.469 x 1.75 x .25  
Lockwasher, 7/16" Spring  
Bolt, Hex Head 7/16-20 x 2-1/4" Patch  
55  
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Section 8  
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM  
6
7
5
4
3
11  
8
2
9
26  
27  
28  
12  
1
25  
24  
23  
14  
10  
17  
13  
15  
A
18  
16  
19  
20  
16  
A
22  
21  
56  
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Section 8  
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM  
Ref.  
Part No.  
No.  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
462240  
483957  
48798  
Instrument Panel w/Decal  
Switch, PTO - 10 Amp  
Key Switch  
Lockwasher, 5/8" Internal Tooth  
Nut, 5/8-32 Special  
Key Chain w/ Keys  
Key w/Shroud  
Choke Control, SVR  
Throttle Control, SVR  
Bolt, Carriage #10-24 x 1/2"  
Locknut, #10-24  
48017-03  
48017-04  
462069  
483609  
483976  
483975  
04003-43  
04021-26  
483537  
04001-06  
04019-02  
484351  
482543  
481637  
483642  
483571  
48298  
7
8
9
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
Hourmeter  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x .63  
Nut, Serrated Flange 1/4-20  
Wire Harness, SVR  
Wire Harness Adapter, Kawasaki  
Switch, Interlock  
Double Fuse Assy. (incl. #18, 19, 20)  
Cover, Sealed Double  
Fuse, 20 Amp  
Fuse Holder  
Clip (not shown)  
Switch, Double Pole - Plunger  
Clutch w/Tag  
Battery (not avail. through Scag)  
Rubber Boot  
483629  
482588  
483473  
462339  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
48126  
48029-07  
48029-06  
04001-01  
04020-02  
Cable, Battery Black 18"  
Cable, Battery Red 18"  
Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 3/4"  
Nut, 1/4-20  
57  
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Section 8  
REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES  
2
1
4
5
7
8
6
Hea Duty  
vy-  
Comm rc  
ial  
e
481971  
9
__________ __________ __________ __________  
__________ __________ __________ __________  
__________ __________ __________ __________  
__________ __________ __________ __________  
11  
3
10  
58  
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Section 8  
REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES  
Ref.  
No.  
Part No.  
Description  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
483402  
483405  
483961  
483201  
483407  
48404  
483977  
483406  
481971  
484075  
483044  
Decal, Warning - Belt Cover  
Decal, Warning  
Decal, Belt Cover  
Decal, 61V  
Decal, Spinning Blades  
Decal, Metalcraft - Made in USA  
Decal, Height-of-Cut  
Decal, Warning - Knives  
Decal, Heavy Duty Commercial  
Decal, Instrument Panel  
Decal, Patents  
9
10  
11  
59  
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Section 8  
SvR ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC  
KEY  
SWITCH  
YEL W/RED STRIPE  
HOURMETER  
BLACK  
YEL W/RED STRIPE  
PTO  
WHITE  
SWITCH  
GREEN  
BLUE  
NEUTRAL  
INTERLOCK  
WHITE  
GREEN  
GREEN  
YELLOW  
YELLOW  
20 AMP FUSE  
20 AMP FUSE  
RED  
RED W/WHITE STRIPE  
WHITE  
BLACK  
GREEN  
OPERATOR  
PRESENCE  
SWITCH  
GREEN  
BLACK W/RED STRIPE  
BRAKE  
INTERLOCK  
SWITCH  
WHITE  
YELLOW  
GREEN  
ENGINE  
GROUND  
RED W/WHITE STRIPE  
YEL W/RED STRIPE  
CLUTCH  
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LIMITED WARRANTY - COMMERCIAL EqUIPMENT  
Any part of the Scag commercial mower manufactured by Scag Power Equipment and found, in the reasonable judgment of Scag, to  
be defective in materials or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced by an Authorized Scag Service Dealer without charge for parts  
and labor during the periods specified below. This warranty is limited to the original purchaser and is not transferable. Proof of purchase  
will be required by the dealer to substantiate any warranty claims. All warranty work must be performed by an Authorized Scag Service  
Dealer.  
This warranty is limited to the following specified periods from the date of the original retail purchase for defects in materials or  
workmanship:  
Wear items including drive belts, blades, hydraulic hoses and tires are warranted for ninety (90) days.  
Batteries are covered for ninety (90) days.  
Frame and structural components including oil reservoir and oil coolers are warranted for two (2) years (parts and labor) for com-  
mercial use or three (3) years / 500 hours (whichever comes first) (parts and labor) for non-commercial use.  
Cutter decks are warranted against cracking for a period of three (3) years. (parts and labor 1st and 2nd year; parts only 3rd year.)  
The repair or replacement of the cutter deck will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment. We reserve the right to request compo-  
nents for evaluation. This warranty does not cover any mower that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or  
that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Operator’s Manual.  
Engines and electric starters are covered by the engine manufacturer’s warranty period.  
Major drive system components are warranted for two (2) years (parts and labor) for commercial use or three (3) year / 500 hour  
(whichever comes first) (parts and labor) for non-commercial use by Scag Power Equipment. (commercial and non-commercial war-  
ranty excludes fittings, hoses, drive belts). The repair or replacement of the hydraulic pump or hydraulic motor will be at the option of  
Scag Power Equipment. This warranty does not cover any mower that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident,  
or that has been operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Operator’s Manual.  
Electric clutches have a Limited Warranty for two (2) years (parts and labor) for commercial use or three (3) year / 500 hours  
(whichever comes first) (parts and labor) for non-commercial use.  
Spindle assemblies have a Limited Warranty for three years (parts and labor 1st year and 2nd; parts only 3rd year).  
Any Scag product used for rental purposes is covered by a 90 day warranty.  
The Scag mower, including any defective part must be returned to an Authorized Scag 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 owner. Scag’s responsibility is limited to making the required repairs and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause for  
cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any Scag mower. “Non-Commercial” use is defined as a single property owner,  
where the single property is the residence of the owner of the mower. If the mower is cutting more than the owners single property, it is  
deemed commercial use and the “non-commercial” warranty does not apply. Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to deny and / or  
void the non-commercial warranty if it believes it to be in commercial use.  
This warranty does not cover any mower that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been  
operated in any way contrary to the operating instructions as specified in the Operator’s Manual. The warranty does not apply  
to any damage to the mower that is the result of improper maintenance, or to any mower or parts that have not been assembled or  
installed as specified in the Operator’s Manual and Assembly Manual. The warranty does not cover any mower that has been altered or  
modified, changing performance or durability. In addition, the warranty does not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear, or  
by the use of parts or accessories which, in the reasonable judgment of Scag, are either incompatible with the Scag mower or adversely  
affect its operation, performance or durability.  
Scag Power Equipment reserves the right to change or improve the design of any mower without assuming any obligation to  
modify any mower previously manufactured. All other implied warranties are limited in duration to the two (2) year for commercial  
use, three (3) years for non-commercial use or ninety (90) days for mowers used for rental purpose. Accordingly, any such implied  
warranties including merchantability, tness for a particular purpose, or otherwise, are disclaimed in their entirety after the expiration  
of the appropriate two year or ninety day warranty period. Scag’s obligation under this warranty is strictly and exclusively limited to the  
repair or replacement of defective parts and Scag does not assume or authorize anyone to assume for them any other obligation. Some  
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.  
Scag assumes no responsibility for incidental, consequential or other damages including, but not limited to, expense for gasoline,  
expense of delivering the mower to an Authorized Scag Service Dealer and expense of returning it to the owner, mechanic’s travel time,  
telephone or telegram charges, rental of a like product during the time warranty repairs are being performed, travel, loss or damage to  
personal property, loss of revenue, loss of use of the mower, loss of time or inconvenience. Some states do not allow the exclusion or  
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you  
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
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