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Section 2
Tie the mower down securely using the tie down 21.
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.
TIE DOWN
POINT
TIE DOWN
POINT
Front Tie Down PointsFigure 2-2.
TIE DOWN
POINT
TIE DOWN
POINT
Rear Tie Down PointsFigure 2-3.
Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 22.
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.
NEVER leave the machine running unattended.23.
MAINTENANCE CONSIDERATIONS & 2.5
STORAGE
Never make adjustments to the machine with the 1.
engine running unless specifically instructed to do
so. If the engine is running, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from moving parts.
Place the neutral lock lever in neutral lock, engage 2.
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.
Remove spark plug wire before making any repairs. 3.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight, to ensure the 4.
machine is in safe working condition. Check blade
mounting bolts frequently to be sure they are tight.
Do not change the engine governor settings or 5.
overspeed the engine. See the engine operator's
manual for information on engine settings.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the cutting units, drives, 6.
muffler and engine free of grass, leaves, excessive
grease, oil and dirt.
Park the machine on level ground.7.
NEVER allow untrained personnel to service the 8.
machine.
Use care when checking blades. Use a Blade Buddy, 9.
wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and USE CAUTION
when servicing blades. Only replace blades. NEVER
straighten or weld blades.
Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace all 10.
worn or damaged decals.
Use jack stands to support components when 11.
required.
Carefully release pressure from components with 12.
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.
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.
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.
If you need service on your hydraulic system,
please see your authorized Scag dealer.
Let the engine cool before storing.13.
DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.14.
Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.15.
DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors.16.