Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Service Machine Safely, Practice Safe Maintenance

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SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY

Practice Safe Maintenance

•Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

•Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working condition. Keep hardware tight.

•To prevent them from getting caught, keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving parts.

•Before servicing machine, disengage all power and stop the engine. Let engine cool.

•Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.

•Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

•Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety.

Wear Appropriate Clothing

•Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.

•Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing,

wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones while servicing the machine. Safe service requires your full attention.

Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades

Before you unplug or adjust machine:

• STOP the engine.

•Remove key.

•Wait for blades to STOP.

•Keep hands, feet and clothing away from blades when engine is running.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts product IntroductionTable of Contents Page Page Page Clear Plastic Bag Contains AssemblyCheck and Connect Battery Identify PartsConnect Battery Install Steering WheelBreak-In Electric PTO Clutch Check Engine OilCheck Machine Safety System Checking Tire PressureTire Size Pressure Safety Signs Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Loaded Spring Thrown Objects Certification LabelControls ControlsOperating Machine Operate SafelyPark Safely Protect Children Keep Riders Off Avoid TippingAdjusting Seat Wear Appropriate ClothingTransport Safely Using Headlights Using the Park BrakeStarting Engine Checking Indicator Lights and Hour MeterStopping Engine Warming and Idling EngineFor Emergency Stopping Using and Stopping Automatic TransmissionTo Travel Forward To Travel in ReverseImportant Avoid transmission damage, do not tow machine Pushing MachineDaily Operating Checklist Using Reverse Implement OptionTest Testing Safety SystemsOperating Machine Operator on seat Push brake pedal a down Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 Only Using Front WeightsUsing Rear Wheel Weights Installing the Chains Transporting Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades Operating MowerOperating Mower Safely Check Ground ConditionsAdjusting Cutting Height Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower MowerAdjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side Adjusting Mower Gage WheelsM40434 M40161 M88586 Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Engaging Mower Disengaging MowerDismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Parts for Tractor and Mower Deck Replacement PartsPractice Safe Maintenance Service Machine SafelyHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Intervals Service Interval ChartBefore Storage Service RecordService Engine Engine Warranty Maintenance StatementAdjusting Carburetor Engine Oil Avoid FumesChanging Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil LevelChanging Engine Oil Filter Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine FinsM88594 Replacing Fuel Filter Checking Spark PlugsAdding Transmission Fluid Service TransmissionTransmission Oil Check Transmission Fluid LevelService Mower GreaseLubricating Mower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive Belt Removing Mower Blades Servicing Mower BladesBalancing Blades Sharpening BladesService Electrical Checking the BatteryRemoving and Installing the Battery Clean Battery and Terminals Stop to prevent charging the battery Charging the BatteryUsing Booster Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Replacing FuseService Miscellaneous Fuel Octane Rating Fuel BlendsOxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Filling Fuel Tank Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers50C 122F 40C 104F 30C 86F Plastic Surfaces Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesAvoid Damage RepairRepair Painted Metal SurfacesRemoving Mower Removing MowerM97162 Installing Mower Installing MowerTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Storing Machine Storing SafelyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine Preparing Engine For StorageRunning engine dry of fuel Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tankRemoving Machine From Storage Specifications Engine Automatic-S2048Engine Automatic-S2554 Dimensions-Model S2048 Dimensions-Model S2554Tires Recommended Lubricants Mower Deck 48-inchLimited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products WarrantyWarranty Limited Engine Warranty Tire WarrantyWarranted Parts Consequential Warranty Coverage Warranty Code Warranty Period Limited Battery WarrantyIndex Grease Reverse Implement Option, Using Wheels, Adjusting Mower Wheels, Adjusting Mower Gage Page Title Number Price Qty Total Scotts Service LiteraturePage Contact your dealer Investment in QualityStep Refer to your operator’s manual