Table Of Contents - Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 Operator's Manual

Table of Contents

California Proposition 65 Warning2
Product Identification3
Record Identification Numbers3
Engine Serial Number3
Assembly4
Identify Parts4
Connect And Check Battery4
Checking Tire Pressure5
Safety Signs6
Safety-Alert Symbol6
Machine Safety Labels6
Emission Control System Certification Label7
Emission Compliance Period7
Certification7
Tractor Controls - Gear8
Tractor Controls - Automatic8
Operating Machine9
Operate Safely9
Park Safely9
Rotating Blades Are Dangerous - Protect Children And Prevent Accidents9
Avoid Tipping10
Keep Riders Off10
Wear Appropriate Clothing10
Transport Safely10
Using The Park Brake11
Starting Engine11
Using Slide Adjuster (S2046)11
Unlocking Park Brake11
Using Throttle Control12
Cold Weather Starting Tips12
Warming And Idling Engine12
On Automatic Transmission12
Stopping Engine13
Using Travel Controls - Gear13
Using Travel Controls - Automatic13
Using Cruise Control14
Using Reverse Implement Option15
Disengage Cruise Control15
Engage Cruise Control15
Pushing Machine16
Daily Operating Checklist16
Testing Safety Systems16
Using Front Weights19
Using Rear Wheel Weights19
Using Tire Chains19
Transporting19
Adjusting Cutting Height20
Operating Mower20
Operate Mower Safely20
Check Ground Conditions20
Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades20
Using Lift Lever To Raise And Lower Mower20
Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels21
Adjusting Mower Level (Side-To-Side)21
Adjusting Mower Level (Front-To-Rear)22
Engaging And Disengaging Mower22
Dismounting To Inspect Or Unplug Mower Or Optional Bagger23
Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks23
Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks24
Using Mower Deck With Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks24
Replacement Parts26
Service Literature26
John Deere Quality26
Service Machine Safely28
Service Interval Chart29
Adjusting Carburetor31
Checking Engine Oil31
Service Engine31
Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement31
Avoid Fumes31
Changing Engine Oil And Filter32
Checking And Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements33
Checking Spark Plugs35
Replacing Fuel Filter35
Clean Air Intake Screen And Engine36
Service Steering And Brakes37
Grease37
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings And Axle Pivot37
Adjusting Brakes - Gear37
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control38
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control39
Service Mower40
Replacing Mower Drive Belt40
Adjusting Mower Belt Tension40
Adjusting Spindle Brake41
Checking Mower Blades42
Servicing Mower Blades42
Removing Mower Blades42
Installing Mower Blades43
Sharpening Blades44
Balancing Blades44
Checking The Battery45
Removing And Installing The Battery45
Clean Battery And Terminals45
Service Electrical45
Charging The Battery46
Using Booster Battery47
Replacing Headlight Bulb47
Replacing Fuse48
Fuel49
Service Miscellaneous49
Using Clean Fuels50
Octane Rating50
Fuel Blends50
Oxygenated Or Reformulated Fuels50
Care For Plastic And Painted Surfaces51
Painted Metal Surfaces51
Plastic Surfaces51
Removing Mower53
Installing Mower55
Using Troubleshooting Chart57
Storing Machine61
Preparing Machine For Storage61
Preparing Engine For Storage61
Removing Machine From Storage62
Specifications63
Recommended Lubricants65
Index70