Service Miscellaneous - Scotts S1642 Operator's Manual

Service Miscellaneous

Filling Fuel Tank
Use regular grade 87 octane unleaded fuel.
Add John Deere fuel stabilizer to fuel before using it in your
machine to prevent engine damage due to stale fuel. Follow
directions on stabilizer container.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fuel vapors are
explosive and flammable:
• Shut engine off before filling fuel tank.
• Do not smoke while handling fuel.
• Keep fuel away from flames or sparks
• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated
area.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
• Use clean approved non-metal container to
prevent static electric discharge.
• Use clean approved plastic funnel without
screen or filter to prevent static electric
discharge.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and water in fuel
can cause engine damage:
• Clean dirt and debris from the fuel tank opening.
• Use clean, fresh, stabilized fuel.
• Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day's
operation to keep condensation out of the fuel tank.
• Use a non-metallic funnel with a plastic mesh
strainer when filling the fuel tank or container.
1. Stop engine, let it cool several minutes before you add
fuel.
2. Remove grass clippings and other trash from tank area.
3. Remove fuel tank cap (A).
4. Fill tank with fuel only to bottom of filler neck.
5. Install fuel tank cap.
Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
Your John Deere dealer has the professional materials
needed to properly remove surface scratches from any
plastic surfaces, do not attempt to paint over marks or
scratches in plastic parts.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Improper care of
machine plastic surfaces can damage that surface:
• Do not wipe plastic surfaces when they are dry.
Dry wiping will result in minor surface scratches.
• Use a soft, clean cloth (bath towel, diaper,
automotive mitt).
• Do not use abrasive materials, such as polishing
compounds, on plastic surfaces.
• Do not spray insect repellent near machine.
1. Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to
remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.
2. Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid
automotive washing soap.
3. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.
4. Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use
products that specifically say "contains no abrasives."
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use a power
buffer to remove wax.
5. Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth.
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Cleaning:
Follow automotive practices to care for your vehicle painted
metal surfaces. Use a high-quality automotive wax
regularly to maintain the factory look of your vehicle's
painted surfaces.
Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch):
1. Clean area to be repaired thoroughly.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use rubbing
compound on painted surfaces.
2. Use automotive polishing compound to remove surface
scratches.
3. Apply wax to entire surface.
Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer
showing):
1. Clean area to be repaired with rubbing alcohol or
mineral spirits.
2. Use paint stick with factory-matched colors available
from your John Deere dealer to fill scratches. Follow
directions included on paint stick for use and for drying.
3. Smooth out surface using an automotive polishing