Scotts S2546 Operator's Manual page 13

Warming and Idling Engine
WARMING ENGINE:
• Run Engine at half speed for 2–3 minutes.
IDLING ENGINE:
A
• Engine is air-cooled and needs a large volume of air to
keep cool. Keep air intake screen (A) on top of engine
clean.
• Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Stopping Engine
A
D
1. Push down on foot pedal (A).
2. Move transmission shift lever (B) to N (NEUTRAL)
position.
3. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward
(OFF) position.
OPERATING MACHINE
4. Move throttle lever (D) to SLOW (t) position. Let engine
run at low throttle a few seconds.
5. Turn key (E) to OFF position.
6. Remove key.
7. LOCK the park brake.
Using Travel Controls
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TO TRAVEL FORWARD:
E
C
B
Move shift lever (A) to the right and forward to desired
FORWARD speed.
Operating Machine - Page 10
CAUTION: Avoid injury:
• Before moving forward or rearward, make sure
area is clear of bystanders, especially children.
• Disengage mower or attachment before
backing up.
B
C
A