Scag SSZ-18BV, SMZ-48, SSZ-18KH, SSZ-16KH, SSZ-16BV User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

  • Model Numbers: SSZ-16BV, SSZ-18BV, SSZ-18KH, SMZ-48
  • Drive: Hydrostatic drive
  • Engine Types: Kohler or Briggs Vanguard (specific model details not provided)
  • Cutter Deck: Various sizes, specific dimensions not provided
  • Tire Pressure: Drive tires - 12-14 psi, Caster tires - 25 psi
  • Engine Oil Capacity: 2 quarts for Kohler engines; 1.5 quarts for Briggs Vanguard engines
  • Hydrostatic Oil Capacity: Approximately 4 quarts of SAE 20W50 motor oil
  • Battery: Lead-acid, charge at 3 to 5 amps for 2 hours
  • Operating Instructions: Must read safety instructions and perform checks before starting
  • Safety Features: neutral interlock system, parking brake, blade drive disengagement
  • Maintenance Schedule: Routine interval for oil change, hydraulic fluid checks, and tightening of fasteners

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of oil should be used for the engine?

A: Use 30 weight oil for the engine with the Kohler engines requiring 2 quarts and Maverick model engines requiring 1.5 quarts.

Q: How do I adjust the blade height?

A: To set the blade height take the lift handles located on the corners of the lift deck, pull it up and place pins in the lift deck U-bracket holes at the cutting height desired.

Q: What is the pressure recommended in tires?

R: For drive tires the pressure recommended would be 12-14 psi while for caster tires it would be 25 psi.

Q: What is the ideal frequency of checking the hydraulic oil?

A: Checking would be required every day and the oil should be at low temperature and should range between half inch and one inch below the fill sleeve.

Q: What would be the best way to solve a forward or backward creep of mower?

A: The best possible solution would be a neutral adjustment. On its neutral adjustment, refer to the manual which is provided.

Q: Is using discharge chute essential to operate mower?

A: No, it is advisable not to use the mower when the discharge chute, mulching kit or complete grass catcher is not fitted.

Q: How should blades be maintained?

A: A blade should never be trimmed more than a third of its width so instead of using a wheel grinder it is preferred to file down the blade.

User Manual

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