Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces

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OPERATING MACHINE

Test 8

cCAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY: Before moving rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially children.

Test Reverse Implement Option:

1.Start engine.

2.Engage PTO to start attachment.

3.Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders.

4.Begin REVERSE travel by depressing REVERSE foot pedal.

5.Attachment and engine should stop operation. If attachment or engine continues to operate while tractor travels in REVERSE, do not continue to operate attachment. See your Authorized service center for service.

Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted

Surfaces

•DO NOT wipe plastic parts unless rinsed first. (See Correct Cleaning Care in Service-Miscellaneous section.)

•Insect repellent spray may damage plastic and painted surfaces. Do not spray insect repellent near machine.

•Be careful not to spill fuel on machine. Fuel may damage surface. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts productTable of Contents Page Page Page Assembly Check and Connect BatteryIdentify Parts Clear Plastic Bag ContainsInstall Steering Wheel Connect BatteryCheck Engine Oil Break-In Electric PTO ClutchChecking Tire Pressure Check Machine Safety SystemTire Size Pressure Safety-Alert Symbol Safety SignsMachine Safety Labels Loaded Spring Certification Label Thrown ObjectsControls ControlsOperate Safely Operating MachinePark Safely Protect Children Avoid Tipping Keep Riders OffWear Appropriate Clothing Adjusting SeatTransport Safely Using the Park Brake Using HeadlightsChecking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter Starting EngineWarming and Idling Engine Stopping EngineUsing and Stopping Automatic Transmission To Travel ForwardTo Travel in Reverse For Emergency StoppingPushing Machine Important Avoid transmission damage, do not tow machineUsing Reverse Implement Option Daily Operating ChecklistTesting Safety Systems TestOperating Machine Operator on seat Push brake pedal a down Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Using Front Weights Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 OnlyUsing Rear Wheel Weights Installing the Chains Transporting Operating Mower Operating Mower SafelyCheck Ground Conditions Avoid Injury From Contacting BladesUsing Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Cutting HeightAdjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-SideM40434 M40161 M88586 Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Disengaging Mower Engaging MowerDismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Replacement Parts Parts for Tractor and Mower DeckService Machine Safely Practice Safe MaintenanceHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Interval Chart Service IntervalsService Record Before StorageEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Service EngineAdjusting Carburetor Avoid Fumes Engine OilChecking Engine Oil Level Changing Engine OilChanging Engine Oil Filter Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner ElementsM88594 Checking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel FilterService Transmission Transmission OilCheck Transmission Fluid Level Adding Transmission FluidGrease Service MowerLubricating Mower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive Belt Servicing Mower Blades Removing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Balancing BladesChecking the Battery Service ElectricalRemoving and Installing the Battery Clean Battery and Terminals Charging the Battery Stop to prevent charging the batteryUsing Booster Battery Replacing Fuse Replacing Headlight BulbService Miscellaneous Fuel Fuel Blends Octane RatingOxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Filling Fuel Tank50C 122F 40C 104F 30C 86F Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces Plastic SurfacesRepair Avoid DamagePainted Metal Surfaces RepairRemoving Mower Removing MowerM97162 Installing Mower Installing MowerUsing Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingEngine Troubleshooting Tractor ElectricalMower Troubleshooting Storing Safely Storing MachinePreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine For Storage Running engine dry of fuelAdd fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank Preparing EngineRemoving Machine From Storage Engine Automatic-S2048 SpecificationsEngine Automatic-S2554 Dimensions-Model S2554 Dimensions-Model S2048Tires Mower Deck 48-inch Recommended LubricantsWarranty Limited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand ProductsWarranty Tire Warranty Limited Engine WarrantyWarranted Parts Consequential Warranty Coverage Limited Battery Warranty Warranty Code Warranty PeriodIndex Grease Reverse Implement Option, Using Wheels, Adjusting Mower Wheels, Adjusting Mower Gage Page Scotts Service Literature Title Number Price Qty TotalPage Investment in Quality StepRefer to your operator’s manual Contact your dealer