Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Service Interval Chart, Service Intervals

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SERVICE INTERVAL CHART

SERVICE INTERVAL CHART

Service Intervals

Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine. Service procedures included in this manual but not on this chart are to be performed on an as needed basis.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If you operate mower in extreme heat, dust or other severe conditions, service more often than shown below.

Before Each Use	Check fuel level.
	Clean air intake screen.
	Test safety systems.
	Check tire pressure.
	Check/tighten loose hardware.
	Check engine oil level.

After First 2 Hours	Check blade belt tension.

After First 5 Hours	Change engine oil.

Every 8 Hours	Check oil level.
	Check brakes.
	Check tire pressure.

Every 25 Hours	Sharpen/replace blades.
	Lubricate front wheel spindles.
	Lubricate wheel bearings.
	Check battery and clean battery terminals.
	Change engine oil when operating under heavy load or in high
	temperatures.*
	Clean/Service air cleaner elements.*
	Check spindle brake measurement

Every 50 Hours	Change engine oil.*

Every 100 Hours	Check/tighten loose hardware.
	Adjust drive belt tension.
	Replace oil filter.
	Clean/Service air cleaner elements.*
	Replace spark plug.
	Replace fuel filter.

Every Season	Adjust blade belt tension.
	Check spindle brake measurement

Before Storage	Check/tighten loose hardware.
	Lubricate front wheel spindles.
	Lubricate wheel bearings.
	Clean battery terminals.

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Contents Scotts Lawn Tractors OPERATOR’S MANUALS1642, S1742, and S2046 OMGX10784 C0CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning INTRODUCTIONTHANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product Record Identification Numbers PRODUCT IDENTIFICATIONConnect and Check Battery ASSEMBLYIdentify Parts 42-Inch Mowers OnlyChecking Tire Pressure Machine Safety Labels SAFETY SIGNSSafety-Alert Symbol Emission Compliance Period Emission Control System Certification LabelCertification THROWN OBJECTSTractor Controls - Automatic CONTROLSTractor Controls - Gear Park Safely OPERATING MACHINEOperate Safely Avoid Tipping Adjusting SeatWear Appropriate Clothing Transport SafelyStarting Engine Using the Park BrakeCold Weather Starting Tips Using Throttle ControlWarming and Idling Engine On Automatic TransmissionUsing Travel Controls - Automatic Using Travel Controls - GearStopping Engine CAUTION Avoid injuryUsing Cruise Control DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Using Reverse Implement OptionENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Testing Safety Systems Daily Operating ChecklistPushing Machine TestTest IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic Using Rear Wheel Weights Using Front WeightsAvoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Using Tire ChainsAdjusting Cutting Height Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower MowerOPERATING MOWER Operate Mower SafelyAdjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side Adjusting Mower Gage WheelsCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjustEngaging and Disengaging Mower Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-RearDismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower DecksUsing Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower DecksA 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 DeckHandling Waste Product and Chemicals SERVICE MACHINE SAFELYPractice Safe Maintenance Service Intervals SERVICE INTERVAL CHARTDATE Service RecordSERVICE PERFORMED Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement SERVICE ENGINEAdjusting Carburetor Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil levelCAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands Changing Engine Oil and FilterNOTE DO NOT wash paper element Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742S1742S1642 Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 Replacing Fuel Filter Checking Spark PlugsIMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating Clean Air Intake Screen and EngineNOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank Adjusting Brakes - Gear SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESGrease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle PivotAdjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control G D F Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot ControlAdjusting Mower Belt Tension SERVICE MOWERMower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive BeltAdjusting Spindle Brake M88119b Servicing Mower BladesChecking Mower Blades E C D B A CD B AE D C B A Balancing Blades Sharpening BladesChecking the Battery SERVICE ELECTRICALClean Battery and Terminals Removing and Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Using Booster BatteryMX1535 Replacing FuseM88559 Fuel SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSUsing Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Using Clean FuelsOctane Rating Fuel BlendsM96452 Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesPAINTED METAL SURFACES SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Removing Mower REMOVING MOWERREMOVING MOWER Installing Mower INSTALLING MOWERQ P O N Engine TROUBLESHOOTINGUsing Troubleshooting Chart CHECK Mower Electrical Storing Safely STORING MACHINEPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine For StorageRemoving Machine From Storage NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 daysModel S1642 SPECIFICATIONSModel S1742 Model S2046Electrical System All Models Dimensions All ModelsFuel All Models Tires All ModelsRecommended Lubricants Mower Deck 42-InchMower Deck 46-Inch WARRANTY WARRANTYEQUIPMENT USE TERMJohn Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Length Of Warranty CoverageWarranty Service And Charges NOTE Applicable in North America onlyMaintenance Warranty Coverage Consequential Warranty CoverageWarranty Period Warranty CodeINDEX INDEX Step Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased itQUALITY STATEMENT