Scotts S2546 Investment in Quality, Refer to your operator’s manual, Contact your dealer

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INVESTMENT IN QUALITY

Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it.

Your Scotts tractor, designed and built by John Deere, is more than just a purchase, it’s an investment in quality. That quality goes beyond our equipment to your dealer’s parts and service support.

That’s why John Deere has initiated a process to handle your questions or problems, should they arise. If you have questions or problems with your new tractor, please follow the steps below. To locate your nearest authorized Scotts servicing dealer, please call toll free 1-877-864-2295.

Step 1

Refer to your operator’s manual

A. It has many illustrations and detailed information on the safe and proper operation of your equipment.

B. It gives troubleshooting procedures, and specification information.

Step 2

Contact your dealer

C. It gives ordering information for parts catalogs, service and technical manuals.

D. If your questions are not answered in the operator’s manual, then go to Step 2.

A. Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer has the responsibility, authority, and ability to answer questions, resolve problems, and fulfill your parts and service needs. B. First, discuss your questions or problems with your dealer’s trained parts and service staff.

C. If the parts and service people are unable to resolve your problem, see the dealership manager or owner.

D. If your questions or problems are not resolved by the dealer, then go to Step 3.

Step 3

Call the Customer Communications Center

A. Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer is the most efficient source in addressing any concern, but if you are not able to resolve your problem after checking your operator’s manual and contacting your dealer, call the Customer Communications Center.

B. For prompt, effective service, please have the following ready before you call:

• The name of the dealer with whom you’ve been

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Your 13-digit serial number which you recorded on the

working.

inside front cover of this manual.

•

Your equipment model number.

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If the problem is with an attachment, your attachment

•

Number of hours on machine (if applicable).

identification number.

 

 

C. Then call 1-877-864-2295 and our advisor will work with your dealer to investigate your concern.

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Contents
OPERATOR’S Manual Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts product IntroductionTable of Contents Connect and Check Battery AssemblyIdentify Parts Tire Size Pressure-kPa psi Checking Tire PressureCertification Safety SignsSafety-Alert Symbol Machine Safety LabelsPicture Note Located on Right-Hand side of deck Picture Note Located on Battery under seatPicture Note Located on Left-Hand side of deck Tractor Controls ControlsOperate Safely Operating MachinePark Safely Wear Appropriate Clothing Avoid Tipping Keep Riders OffUsing the Park Brake Adjusting SeatTransport Safely Starting Engine Using Throttle ControlCold Weather Starting Tips Disengage mower or attachment before backing up Using Travel ControlsWarming and Idling Engine Stopping EngineTo Travel in Reverse Using Reverse Implement OptionTest Daily Operating ChecklistTesting Safety Systems Pushing MachineTest Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Using Tire Chains Avoid Using Ground Engaging EquipmentUsing Front Weights Using Rear Wheel WeightsCheck Ground Conditions Adjusting Cutting HeightOperating Mower Operate Mower SafelyM40161 Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Engaging and Disengaging MowerDisengaging Mower Parts for Mower Decks Inch Deck Replacement PartsJohn Deere Quality Parts for TractorPractice Safe Maintenance Service Machine SafelyAvoid Injury From Contacting Blades Service Intervals Service Interval ChartService Record Engine Oil Service EngineAdjusting Carburetor Avoid FumesChecking Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil and Filter Make sure engine is Cold when checking engine oil levelChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Checking Spark Plugs Service precleanerReplacing Fuel Filter Axle Pivot Service Steering and BrakesGrease Wheel SpindlesAdjusting Brakes Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades Grease Service MowerReplacing Mower Drive Belt Adjusting Mower Belt TensionAdjusting Spindle Brake Servicing Mower Blades Checking Mower BladesBalancing Blades Sharpening BladesRemoving and Installing the Battery Service ElectricalChecking the Battery Clean Battery and TerminalsCharging the Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Using Booster BatteryReplacing Fuse Fuel Service MiscellaneousFuel Blends Using Clean FuelsUsing Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Octane RatingAvoid Damage Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesRepair Service Miscellaneous Removing Mower Removing MowerPicture Note Left side of tractor shown Installing MowerInstalling Mower Picture Note Front of left hand front wheel shownInstalling Mower Using Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingEngine Troubleshooting Mower Troubleshooting Preparing Engine For Storage Storing MachineStoring Safely Preparing Machine for StorageRemoving Machine From Storage Dimensions SpecificationsElectrical System Cutting Width mm 46 TiresMower Deck Recommended LubricantsLimited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products WarrantyLimited Engine Warranty Tire WarrantyWarranted Parts To Secure Warranty Service Limited Battery WarrantyGrease Index Removing Mower Reverse Implement Option, Using Order Form Service LiteratureTitle Number Price Qty Total Page Page Call the Customer Communications Center Investment in QualityRefer to your operator’s manual Contact your dealer
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