Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins

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SERVICE ENGINE

Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins

IMPORTANT: To avoid overheating and damage to

engine: Keep air intake screen free of dust. Keep cooling fins free of dust.

Keep cooling shrouds in place.

1.STOP engine. LOCK park brake and remove key.

2.Lift hood.

Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.

3.Clean air intake screen (A), oil cooler fins (B) on Model S2554, and external surfaces, with rag, brush, vacuum or compressed air. Lower hood.

Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements

NOTE: It may be necessary to check the air filter more frequently if operating vehicle in dusty conditions.

1. Lift hood.

Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.

2.Clean any dirt and debris from the air cleaner area before removing cover.

3.Remove cover (A).

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B

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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 OilTire Size Pressure Check Machine Safety SystemChecking Tire Pressure Machine Safety Labels Safety SignsSafety-Alert Symbol Loaded Spring Thrown Objects Certification LabelControls ControlsPark Safely Operating MachineOperate Safely Protect Children Keep Riders Off Avoid TippingTransport Safely Adjusting SeatWear Appropriate Clothing 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 Using Rear Wheel Weights Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 OnlyUsing Front 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 Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Engaging MowerDisengaging Mower Parts for Tractor and Mower Deck Replacement PartsPractice Safe Maintenance Service Machine SafelyHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Intervals Service Interval ChartBefore Storage Service RecordAdjusting Carburetor Service EngineEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement 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 LevelLubricating Mower Spindles Service MowerGrease Replacing Mower Drive Belt Removing Mower Blades Servicing Mower BladesBalancing Blades Sharpening BladesRemoving and Installing the Battery Service ElectricalChecking the Battery Clean Battery and Terminals Stop to prevent charging the battery Charging the BatteryUsing Booster Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Replacing FuseService Miscellaneous Fuel Oxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Octane RatingFuel Blends 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 MowerEngine TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Preparing Machine for Storage Storing MachineStoring Safely Preparing Engine Preparing Engine For StorageRunning engine dry of fuel Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tankRemoving Machine From Storage Engine Automatic-S2554 SpecificationsEngine Automatic-S2048 Tires Dimensions-Model S2048Dimensions-Model S2554 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