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© 2012
Scag Power Equipment
Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc.
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
Freedom Z
Models:
SFZ61-730FS
SFZ61-30BS
PART NO. 03297
PRINTED 2/2012
PRINTED IN USA
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- Page 1 The specific models that this book covers are listed on the inside cover. Before operating your machine, please read all the information enclosed. © 2012 PART NO. 03297 Scag Power Equipment PRINTED 2/2012 Division of Metalcraft of Mayville, Inc. PRINTED IN USA...
- Page 2 This manual covers the operating instructions and illustrated parts list for: SFz61-30BS with a serial number of G6800001 to G6899999 SFz61-730FS with a serial number of G6900001 to G6999999 Always use the entire serial number listed on the serial number tag when referring to this product.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION ...................1 1.1 INTRODUCTION ............................1 1.2 DIRECTION REFERENCE ...........................1 1.3 SERvICING THE ENGINE AND DRIvE TRAIN COMPONENTS ..............1 1.4 SYMBOLS ..............................2 SECTION 2 - SAFETY INFORMATION ..................3 2.1 INTRODUCTION ............................3 2.2 SIGNAL WORDS ............................3 2.3 BEFORE OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ....................3 2.4 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS ........................5... - Page 4 Table of Contents SECTION 6 - ADJUSTMENTS ....................22 6.1 PARkING BRAkE ADJUSTMENT ......................22 6.2 TRAvEL ADJUSTMENTS ..........................23 6.3 THROTTLE CONTROL AND CHOkE ADJUSTMENTS ................24 6.4 BELT ADJUSTMENT ..........................24 6.5 BELT ALIGNMENT .............................24 6.6 CUTTER DECk ADJUSTMENTS ......................25 6.7 ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT ......................27 SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE ....................28...
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Page 5: General Information
Attachments and accessories manufactured by companies industry. However, the prolonged life and maximum other than Scag Power Equipment are not approved for use efficiency of your mower depends on you following the on this machine. See Section 8, Paragraph 8-1. -
Page 6: Symbols
Section 1 SYMBOLS SYMBOL DESCRIPTION SYMBOL DESCRIPTION Choke Transmission Parking Brake Spinning Blade 48071S On/Start Spring Tension on Idler Off/Stop Falling Hazard Thrown Object Hazard Fast Slow Continuously Variable - Linear Cutting Element - Basic Symbol Pinch Point Cutting Element - Engage 481039S Hour meter/Elapsed Operating Hours Cutting Element - Disengage... -
Page 7: Safety Information
Section 2 SAFETY INFORMATION INTRODUCTION DANGER Your mower is only as safe as the operator. Carelessness or operator error may result in serious bodily injury The signal word “DANGER” denotes that an extremely or death. Hazard control and accident prevention are hazardous situation exists on or near the machine that dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and could result in high probability of death or irreparable injury... - Page 8 Section 2 DO NOT allow children to ride or play on the Be sure the interlock switches are functioning machine, it is not a toy. correctly. Clear the area to be mowed of objects that could be Fuel is flammable; handle it with care. Fill the fuel picked up and thrown by the cutter blades.
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Page 9: Operation Considerations
Section 2 OPERATION CONSIDERATIONS WARNING Know the function of all controls and how to stop quickly. DO NOT use your hand to dislodge the clogged discharge chute. Use a stick or other device to WARNING remove clogged material after the engine has stopped running and the blades have stopped turning. -
Page 10: Roll-Over Protection System
Section 2 DANGER Any or all parts of the Roll-Over Protection System MUST NOT be removed. Failure to adhere to this guideline could result in injury or death. DO NOT run the engine inside a building or The potential exposure of the seat belt to severe a confined area without proper ventilation. -
Page 11: Maintenance Considerations & Storage
Section 2 WARNING Reduce speed when turning, operating on slopes, slick or wet surfaces. Allow extra distance to stop. Stay off of slopes too steep for safe operation. To check a slope, attempt to back up it (with the cutter deck down). If the machine can not back Figure 2-2. -
Page 12: Using A Spark Arrestor
Section 2 USING A SPARk ARRESTOR Keep all parts in good working condition. Replace all worn or damaged decals. The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark Use jack stands to support components when arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public required. -
Page 13: Safety And Instructional Decals
Section 2 SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS 483405 483505 483402 481568 483633 483406 483425 483660 483300 484280 484372 2012 SFZ61 Safety Decals... -
Page 14: Specifications
Section 3 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE General Type ....................Heavy Duty Industrial/Commercial Gasoline Model: Scag Model SFZ61-730FS ......................Kawasaki FS730V Scag Model SFZ61-30BS ....................Briggs & Stratton 49M977 Displacement: Kawasaki FS600V .............................. 726cc Briggs & Stratton ..............................810cc Type ......................4 Cycle Gasoline, Twin Cylinder, Vertical Shaft Cylinders ............................. -
Page 15: Cutter Deck
Section 3 CUTTER DECk Type ......Floating, Adjustable, Anti-Scalping, Hybrid Design Combines Out-Front and Belly-Mount Designs Construction ................10-Gauge top with 11-Gauge reinforcement throughout the spindle area, 7-Gauge skirt for strength and longevity True Cutting Width: 61 ................................61" (154.94 cm) Cutting Height Adjustment ....Foot-Operated Lever Adjustment from Operator's Seat, 1.5" to 5" in 1/4"increments Cutter Blades ................ -
Page 16: Operating Instructions
Section 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Ignition Switch (Figure 4-1). The ignition switch CAUTION is used to start the engine and has three positions; OFF, ON, and START. Mower Deck Switch (Figure 4-1). Used to engage Do not attempt to operate this mower unless you and disengage the mower drive system. - Page 17 Section 4 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 PUSH BRAKE PEDAL continue flashing until 2 hours after.
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Page 18: Safety Interlock System
Section 4 STARTING THE ENGINE Seat Belt (Figure 4-1). Used to secure the operator. Seat belt must be worn at all times during operation. Seat Hold Down Release Latch (Figure 4-1). CAUTION Located behind the seat. Used to secure the seat in the operator's position. - Page 19 Section 4 REvERSE TRAvEL Learn to feather the steering controls to obtain a smooth operating action. Practice operating the mower until you are CAUTION comfortable with the controls before proceeding to mow. Disengage power to the mower before backing FORWARD TRAvEL up.
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Page 20: Engaging The Deck Drive (Cutter Blades)
Section 4 ENGAGING THE DECk DRIvE (CUTTER HILLSIDE OPERATION BLADES) WARNING 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. -
Page 21: Parking The Mower
Section 4 PARkING THE MOWER 4.10 REMOvING CLOGGED MATERIAL Park the machine on a flat, level surface only. Do not DANGER park the machine on an incline. Place the steering control levers in the neutral position. ROTATING BLADES Disengage the cutter blades. Slow the engine to idle speed. -
Page 22: Adjusting Cutting Height
Section 4 The discharge chute must not be removed and CUTTER DECK CUTTING HEIGHT must be kept in the lowest position to deflect grass RELEASE LEVER ADJUSTMENT clippings and thrown objects downward. Direct the side discharge away from sidewalks or streets to minimize cleanup of clippings. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting Cutting Conditions
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS CONDITION CAUSE CURE STRINGERS - OCCASIONAL Low engine RPM Run engine at full RPM BLADES OF UNCUT GRASS Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions Wet grass Cut grass after it has dried out Dull blades, incorrect sharpening Sharpen blades Deck plugged, grass accumulation... - Page 24 Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE U N E v E N C U T O N F L AT Lift worn from blade Replace blade GROUND - WAvY HIGH-LOW APPEARANCE, SCALLOPED Blade upside down Mount with cutting edge toward ground CUT, OR ROUGH CONTOUR Deck plugged, grass accumulation Clean underside of deck...
- Page 25 Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING CUTTING CONDITIONS (CONT'D) CONDITION CAUSE CURE SCALPING - BLADES HITTING Low tire pressures Check and adjust pressures DIRT OR CUTTING vERY CLOSE TO THE GROUND Ground speed too fast Slow speed to adjust for conditions May need to reduce ground speed, raise Cutting too low cutting height, change direction of cut, and/or change pitch and level...
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Page 26: Adjustments
Section 6 ADJUSTMENTS PARkING BRAkE ADJUSTMENT WARNING Do not operate the mower if the parking brake PULL BACK ON is not operable. Possible severe injury could PARKING BRAKE result. LATCH PUSH BRAKE PEDAL FORWARD The parking brake linkage should be adjusted whenever the parking brake lock latch is placed in the “ENGAGE”... -
Page 27: Travel Adjustments
Section 6 TRAvEL ADJUSTMENTS Run the engine at full operating speed and check if the machine creeps forward or backwards. Neutral or tracking adjustments will need to be made if: Adjust the RH wheel by loosening the jam nuts on the steering control rod and turning the adjustment nut until the drive wheel turns in the forward A. -
Page 28: Throttle Control And Choke Adjustments
These adjustments must be performed by your Authorized before beginning work. Scag Power Equipment Dealer to ensure proper and efficient running of the engine. Should either need adjustment, contact your authorized Scag service center. -
Page 29: Cutter Deck Adjustments
Section 6 CUTTER DECk ADJUSTMENTS CUTTER DECk PITCH The pitch of the cutter deck should be equal between Cutter deck level, pitch and height are set at the factory. the front and rear of the cutter deck for proper cutting However, if these adjustments should ever need to be performance. - Page 30 Section 6 LOOSEN HERE LOOSEN HERE ADJUST HERE ADJUST HERE 2012 SFZ DLA 2012 SFZ RSDA Figure 6-6. Cutter Deck Pitch Adjustment - Note - To prevent the cutter deck from teetering, all four (4) cutter deck hanging chains must have tension on them.
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Page 31: Electric Clutch Adjustment
Section 6 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. -
Page 32: Maintenance
Section 7 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE CHART - RECOMMENDED SERvICE INTERvALS HOURS PROCEDURE COMMENTS BREAk-IN (FIRST 10) Check all hardware for tightness Check hydraulic oil level See paragraph 7.2 Check all belts for proper alignment See paragraph 7.7 Check engine oil level See paragraph 7.3 Check hydraulic hoses for leaks U s e ex t r e m e c a u t i o n w h e n... -
Page 33: Hydraulic System
Section 7 - IMPoRtANt - HYDRAULIC SYSTEM The hydraulic system oil should be changed if you notice the presence of water or a rancid odor to A. CHECkING HYDRAULIC OIL LEvEL the hydraulic oil. The hydraulic oil level should be checked after the first 10 Park the mower on a level surface and stop the hours of operation. -
Page 34: Engine Oil
Section 7 Remove the top port plug from both axles before filling with oil. See Figure 7-3. DUMP VALVE CONTROL LEVER "DRIVE" POSITION REMOVE TOP PORT PLUG "FREEWHEEL" POSITION 2012 SFZ DVL Figure 7-3. top Port Plug Location Figure 7-4. Dump Valve Control Lever Fill the hydraulic expansion reservoir with 20w50 While in the operator's position, start the engine and... -
Page 35: Engine Fuel System
Section 7 C. CHANGING ENGINE OIL FILTER ENGINE FUEL SYSTEM After the first 20 hours of operation, replace the engine oil DANGER 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. -
Page 36: Engine Air Cleaner
Section 7 Use only an approved gasoline container. ENGINE OIL FILTER Never remove the gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow the engine to completely cool before fueling. Never fuel the machine indoors or in an enclosed trailer. -
Page 37: Battery
Section 7 BATTERY A. CHARGING THE BATTERY Refer to the battery charger’s manual for specific WARNING instructions. Under normal conditions the engine’s alternator will have no problem keeping a charge on the battery. If the battery Lead-acid batteries produce flammable and has been completely discharged for a long period of time, explosive gases. -
Page 38: Drive Belts
Section 7 DRIvE BELTS If a blade cutting edge is dull or nicked, it should be sharpened. Remove the blades for sharpening. See "Blade Replacement." All drive belts are spring-loaded and self-tensioning, however after the first 2, 4, 8 and 10 hours of operation, - Note - the belts should be checked for proper alignment and wear. -
Page 39: Tires
Section 7 TIRES Remove the ignition key before replacing the blades. Raise the mower deck to the highest position. Place Check the tire pressures after every 8 hours of operation the lanyard pin in the highest cutting height position or daily. to prevent the cutter deck from falling. -
Page 40: Illustrated Parts List
Section 8 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 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: • GC-SFZ (p/n 9074, requires p/n 9073 baffle kit) •... -
Page 41: Notes
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Page 42: 61" Cutter Deck
Section 8 61" CUTTER DECk 2007 SFZ CD... - Page 43 Section 8 61" CUTTER DECk Part No. Description Part No. Description 483304 Debris Shield 425260 Belt Cover 483303 Bearing 04063-01 Key, 1/4 x 1/4 x 1-1/4" 43693 Spacer 04112-06 Nut, 3/4-16 Spiral Lock 462014 Spindle Housing Assembly 484026 Pulley, 6.32" OD - 25mm Bore (Incl.
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Page 44: Cutter Deck Controls - Sfz61
Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz61 14 26 18 23 2012 SFZ61 CDC... - Page 45 Section 8 CUTTER DECk CONTROLS - SFz61 Ref. No. Part No. Description 483341 Cable, Deck Lift 04003-31 Bolt, Carriage 3/8-16 x 3/4" 424476 Support, Idler Arm 43710 Spacer, Deck Lift Pivot 04001-90 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 3-3/4" 04001-183 Bolt, Hex Head 1/2-13 x 1-3/4" 483453-03 Bearing 04040-07...
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Page 46: Sheet Metal Components Sfz61
Section 8 SHEET METAL COMPONENTS SFz61... - Page 47 Section 8 SHEET METAL COMPONENTS - SFz61 Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 462443 Mainframe Assy., w/Decals 484375 Seat Assembly 424480 Support, Deck Guide 43336 Spacer 43703 Spacer, Bearing 483559 Cable, Seat Stop 483379 Bearing 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 04001-31 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/2"...
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Page 48: Seat Assembly
Section 8 SEAT ASSEMBLY Ref. No. Part No. Description 484375 Seat Assembly 484260 Armrest Kit, LH 484527 Seatbelt Kit 484528 Back Cover 484261 Armrest Kit, RH 484529 Cushion Cover 483473 Switch 484526 Track Set... -
Page 49: Notes
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Page 50: Brake Components - Sfz61
Section 8 BRAkE COMPONENTS - SFz61 21 22... - Page 51 Section 8 BRAkE COMPONENTS - SFz61 Ref. No. Part No. Description 483504 Bearing 04021-09 Nut, Elastic Stop 3/8-16 04021-08 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/4-20 04040-14 Flatwasher, 1/4-.312 x .750 x .065 04040-09 Flatwasher, 5/8-.656 x 1.312 x .095 04001-46 Bolt, Hex Head 3/8-16 x 2-1/4" 452269 Weldment, Brake Lever 43674...
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Page 52: Sfz Roll-Over Protection System
Section 8 SFz ROLL-OvER PROTECTION SYSTEM... - Page 53 Section 8 SFz ROLL-OvER PROTECTION SYSTEM Ref. No. Part No. Description 04001-197 Bolt, Hex Head 1/213 x 3" Gr. 8 04040-13 Flatwasher, 1/2 - .562 x 1.375 x .109 43743 Bushing, SFZ ROPS 04021-19 Nut, Center Lock 1/2-13 462021 ROPS...
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Page 54: Drive System Components - Sfz61
Section 8 DRIvE SYSTEM COMPONENTS - SFz61 14 34 45 46 36 34 TO RIGHT DRIVE PUMP 2012 SFZ61 DSC... - Page 55 Section 8 DRIvE SYSTEM COMPONENTS - SFz61 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 44162 Linkage, Dump Valve 484456 Engine, Briggs & Stratton 04001-04 Bolt, Hex Head 1/4-20 x 1-1/2" 484383 Engine, Kawasaki 462228 Electric Clutch Assembly (61) 04061-01 Cotter Pin, 3/32 x 1"...
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Page 56: Exhaust And Electrical System - Sfz61
Section 8 EXHAUST AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SFz61 SEAT SWITCH CLUTCH ENGINE MOUNT BOLT THROTTLE CHOKE 2011 SFZ ES... - Page 57 Section 8 EXHAUST AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SFz61 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description 48298 Fuse, 20 amp 483278 Solenoid 04011-13 Bolt, Self Tapping 1/2-20 x 3/4" Shakeproof 483473 Switch 484433 Wire Harness, Main 483364 Tank, LH 483434 Throttle Cable, Briggs &...
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Page 58: Sfz61 Fuel System
Section 8 SFz61 FUEL SYSTEM To Fuel Pump To Engine Purge Port Purge Tank 2011 SFZ EPA Phase 2... - Page 59 Section 8 SFz61 FUEL SYSTEM Ref. Part No. Description 462292 Fuel Tank Assembly 483536 Grommet 484243 Fuel Gauge Assembly 482571 Bushing, .56 Dia. Viton 483555 Fuel Tube Assembly 484286 Fuel Cap, Tethered 48059-01 Clamp, Fuel Hose 1/4" 483617 Fuel Hose, 1/4" Non-Perm (order by inch) Fuel Filter 04001-08 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3/4"...
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Page 60: Zt-3400 Hydraulic Axle Assembly -Sfz61
Section 8 zT-3400 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY -SFz61 65 66 51 52 ZT-3400 Exploded View... - Page 61 Section 8 zT-3400 HYDRAULIC AXLE ASSEMBLY - SFz61 Ref. Ref. Part No. Description Part No. Description HG71579 Assembly, Cylinger Block HG71907 Kit, Fan & Pulley HG71436 Kit, Charge Relief HG44133 Nut, Elastic Stop 1/2-20 HG71972 Kit, Center Section (Right Side) HG51523 Washer, OD Slotted .53 x 1.63 x .06 HG71973...
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Page 62: Replacement Decals And Information Plates
Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES COMMERCIAL GRADE MOWER DECK __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________ __________... - Page 63 Section 8 REPLACEMENT DECALS AND INFORMATION PLATES Ref. Part No. Description 483402 Decal, Belt Cover 483405 Decal, Warning 483425 Decal, ROPS 483505 Decal, Spinning Blades 481568 Decal, Traction Control 483633 Decal, Seat Replacement 484044 Decal, 61 Commercial 483406 Decal, Knives 483660 Decal, Adjustment SFZ 483499...
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Page 64: Electrical Schematic
Section 8 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC SEAT SWITCH BRAKE INTERLOCK SWITCH R.H. NEUTRAL SWITCH GREEN BLACK W/RED STRIPE WHITE GREEN OPTIONAL BLACK LIGHT ACCESSORY BLACK HOURMETER BLACK RED W/YEL STRIPE GREEN L.H. NEUTRAL BLACK W/RED STRIPE SWITCH WHITE WHITE GREEN BLACK BLACK SWITCH RED W/YEL STRIPE RED W/YEL STRIPE... -
Page 65: Limited Warranty - Sfz
500 hours (whichever comes first) (First and second year of the warranty covers parts and labor. The third year covers parts or labor to repair) for non-commercial use. The repair or replacement of the cutter deck will be at the option of Scag Power Equipment. We reserve the right to request components for evaluation.
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