Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Repair, Avoid Damage

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SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS

Avoid Damage:

“Dry wiping” or wiping the plastic surface when it is dry is a major source of minor surface scratches.

DO NOT wipe hood or other plastic parts unless wetted first.

DO NOT apply wax unless plastic surface has been thoroughly cleaned first.

DO NOT use abrasive materials, such as polishing compounds, to clean or to wax plastic surface.

DO NOT wax plastic surfaces without drying first. Hard-to-remove water spots will be left.

DO NOT use solvents or commercial cleaners.

DO NOT use power buffers to remove wax.

DO NOT spray insect repellent near machine. Insect repellent spray may damage plastic or painted surfaces.

Be careful not to spill fuel on any plastic or painted surfaces. Wipe up fuel immediately.

Repair:

Your Authorized Service Center has the professional materials needed to properly remove surface scratches from any plastic surfaces.

DO NOT attempt to paint over marks or scratches in plastic parts.

DO NOT use polishing compounds to attempt to remove scratches.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts productTable of Contents Page Page Page Identify Parts AssemblyCheck and Connect Battery Clear Plastic Bag ContainsInstall Steering Wheel Connect BatteryCheck Engine Oil Break-In Electric PTO ClutchCheck Machine Safety System Checking Tire PressureTire Size Pressure Safety Signs Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Loaded Spring Certification Label Thrown ObjectsControls ControlsOperating Machine Operate SafelyPark Safely Protect Children Avoid Tipping Keep Riders OffAdjusting Seat Wear Appropriate ClothingTransport Safely Using the Park Brake Using HeadlightsChecking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter Starting EngineWarming and Idling Engine Stopping EngineTo Travel in Reverse Using and Stopping Automatic TransmissionTo Travel Forward 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 Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 Only Using Front WeightsUsing Rear Wheel Weights Installing the Chains Transporting Check Ground Conditions Operating MowerOperating Mower Safely 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 Engaging Mower Disengaging 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 StorageService Engine Engine Warranty Maintenance StatementAdjusting 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 FilterCheck Transmission Fluid Level Service TransmissionTransmission Oil Adding Transmission FluidService Mower GreaseLubricating Mower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive Belt Servicing Mower Blades Removing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Balancing BladesService Electrical Checking the BatteryRemoving 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 Octane Rating Fuel BlendsOxygenated 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 MowerTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Tractor ElectricalMower Troubleshooting Storing Machine Storing SafelyPreparing Machine for Storage Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank Preparing Engine For StorageRunning engine dry of fuel Preparing EngineRemoving Machine From Storage Specifications Engine Automatic-S2048Engine Automatic-S2554 Dimensions-Model S2048 Dimensions-Model S2554Tires 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 Refer to your operator’s manual Investment in QualityStep Contact your dealer