Scotts
S1642, S1742, S2046
manual
Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Install
Safety-Alert Symbol
Warranty
Dimension
Maintenance
Assembly
Checking the Battery
Adjusting Seat
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Contents
OMGX10784 C0
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Scotts Lawn Tractors
S1642, S1742, and S2046
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product
Record Identification Numbers
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
42-Inch Mowers Only
ASSEMBLY
Connect and Check Battery
Identify Parts
Checking Tire Pressure
Machine Safety Labels
SAFETY SIGNS
Safety-Alert Symbol
THROWN OBJECTS
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Certification
Tractor Controls - Automatic
CONTROLS
Tractor Controls - Gear
Park Safely
OPERATING MACHINE
Operate Safely
Transport Safely
Adjusting Seat
Avoid Tipping
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Starting Engine
Using the Park Brake
On Automatic Transmission
Using Throttle Control
Cold Weather Starting Tips
Warming and Idling Engine
CAUTION Avoid injury
Using Travel Controls - Gear
Using Travel Controls - Automatic
Stopping Engine
Using Cruise Control
DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL
Using Reverse Implement Option
ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL
Test
Daily Operating Checklist
Testing Safety Systems
Pushing Machine
Test
IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic
Using Tire Chains
Using Front Weights
Using Rear Wheel Weights
Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
Operate Mower Safely
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
Adjusting Cutting Height
OPERATING MOWER
CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust
Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels
Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side
CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage
Engaging and Disengaging Mower
Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear
Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger
Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks
Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks
Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks
A must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chute
John Deere Quality
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Service Literature
Parts for 46-Inch Mower Deck
Parts for 42-Inch Mower Deck
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY
Practice Safe Maintenance
Service Intervals
SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
DATE
Service Record
SERVICE PERFORMED
Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil level
SERVICE ENGINE
Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Adjusting Carburetor
CAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
NOTE DO NOT wash paper element
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742
S1742S1642
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046
Replacing Fuel Filter
Checking Spark Plugs
IMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating
Clean Air Intake Screen and Engine
NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle Pivot
SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES
Adjusting Brakes - Gear
Grease
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control
G D F
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control
Replacing Mower Drive Belt
SERVICE MOWER
Adjusting Mower Belt Tension
Mower Spindles
Adjusting Spindle Brake
M88119b
Servicing Mower Blades
Checking Mower Blades
E C D B A
CD B A
E D C B A
Balancing Blades
Sharpening Blades
Removing and Installing the Battery
SERVICE ELECTRICAL
Checking the Battery
Clean Battery and Terminals
Charging the Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Using Booster Battery
MX1535
Replacing Fuse
M88559
Fuel
SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS
Fuel Blends
Using Clean Fuels
Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers
Octane Rating
M96452
Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces
PAINTED METAL SURFACES
SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS
Removing Mower
REMOVING MOWER
REMOVING MOWER
Installing Mower
INSTALLING MOWER
Q P O N
Engine
TROUBLESHOOTING
Using Troubleshooting Chart
CHECK
Mower
Electrical
Preparing Engine For Storage
STORING MACHINE
Storing Safely
Preparing Machine for Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days
Model S2046
SPECIFICATIONS
Model S1642
Model S1742
Tires All Models
Dimensions All Models
Electrical System All Models
Fuel All Models
Recommended Lubricants
Mower Deck 42-Inch
Mower Deck 46-Inch
TERM
WARRANTY
WARRANTY
EQUIPMENT USE
Length Of Warranty Coverage
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
John Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
Consequential Warranty Coverage
NOTE Applicable in North America only
Warranty Service And Charges
Maintenance Warranty Coverage
Warranty Period
Warranty Code
INDEX
INDEX
Step
Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it
QUALITY STATEMENT
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