Scag Power Equipment STHM Manuel D’Utilisation
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Adjust the tension by tightening or loosening
the nut on the J-bolt. (See Figure 9).
the nut on the J-bolt. (See Figure 9).
4. Replace the belt covers.
BELT ALIGNMENT
Belt alignment is important for proper performance of
your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear
or breakage, see your authorized Scag Service Dealer
for belt adjustment.
your Scag mower. If you experience frequent belt wear
or breakage, see your authorized Scag Service Dealer
for belt adjustment.
CUTTER DECK ADJUSTMENTS
Due to the many conditions that exist, it is difficult to
suggest a setting that will work for every lawn. There
are, however, two adjustments that should be made on
the cutter deck: pitch and height.
suggest a setting that will work for every lawn. There
are, however, two adjustments that should be made on
the cutter deck: pitch and height.
PITCH is the angle of the blades (comparing front
to rear).
to rear).
HEIGHT is the nominal distance that the blade is
off the ground. This measurement is made with the
blades pointed side to side and distance is measured
between cutting tip and ground.
off the ground. This measurement is made with the
blades pointed side to side and distance is measured
between cutting tip and ground.
Figure 9. Blade Belt Tension Adjustment
SGB031
Deck
"J" Bolt
Nut
Washer
Belt
Use of Tension Gauge
sgb007
Figure 7. Cutter Deck Drive Belt Tension
Figure 8. Blade Drive Belt Tension Check
3. To adjust blade drive belt: Using a belt tension
gauge, check the belt tension so that the belt moves
1/2" with 10 pounds of pressure. (See Figure 8).
1/2" with 10 pounds of pressure. (See Figure 8).
Nut
"J" Bolt
Belt
End Of L-Shaped
Bracket
Bracket
Washer
SGB044
2. To adjust cutter deck drive belt: Adjust the nut so
that the belt moves 1/2" with 10 pounds of pres-
sure. (See Figure 7).
sure. (See Figure 7).