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Section 4-IMPORTANT-If at all possible, do not engage the mowerbrake with engine running at high speed, sincepremature wear of the electric clutch will occur.Lower speed to near idle then engage thebrake.CAUTION:The blade brake stops the blades from rotating.If the blades do not stop, contact your ScagDealer.Figure 4-8 Proper Operation on SlopeCAUTION:Remove the key from the ignition switch whenleaving the mower unattended to inhibit childrenand inexperienced operators from starting theengine.4. Engage the parking brake and turn ignition key to OFF.4.11 AFTER OPERATION1. Park the mower on a flat and level surface and fullylower the cutting deck to the ground. Stop the engineand engage the parking and blade brakes. Remove thekey from the ignition switch.Figure 4-9 Improper Operation on Slope4.10 STOPPING1. Slow engine speed to idle.2. Place the right foot pedal in the center (neutral)position.3. Engage the blade brake.-IMPORTANT-If the radiator dirt screen is not removed andcleaned after every use, the screen will becomeclogged with grass clippings, etc., blockingthe air flow through the radiator. Thiswill cause a high engine operating temperaturethat may cause damage to the engine.2. Clean the radiator dirt screen. See Section 7 forradiator dirt screen removal and cleaning instructions..3. Wash the entire mower after each use. Do not use highpressure spray or direct the spray onto electricalcomponents.14