Scotts
S1642, S1742, S2046
manual
Service Record, Service Interval Chart, Date, Service Performed
Troubleshooting
Specification
Install
Safety-Alert Symbol
Warranty
Dimension
Maintenance
Assembly
Checking the Battery
Adjusting Seat
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SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
Service Record
DATE
SERVICE PERFORMED
Service Interval Chart - 26
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Contents
S1642, S1742, and S2046
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Scotts Lawn Tractors
OMGX10784 C0
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Record Identification Numbers
Identify Parts
ASSEMBLY
Connect and Check Battery
42-Inch Mowers Only
Checking Tire Pressure
SAFETY SIGNS
Safety-Alert Symbol
Machine Safety Labels
Certification
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
THROWN OBJECTS
CONTROLS
Tractor Controls - Gear
Tractor Controls - Automatic
OPERATING MACHINE
Operate Safely
Park Safely
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Adjusting Seat
Avoid Tipping
Transport Safely
Using the Park Brake
Starting Engine
Warming and Idling Engine
Using Throttle Control
Cold Weather Starting Tips
On Automatic Transmission
Stopping Engine
Using Travel Controls - Gear
Using Travel Controls - Automatic
CAUTION Avoid injury
Using Cruise Control
Using Reverse Implement Option
ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL
DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL
Pushing Machine
Daily Operating Checklist
Testing Safety Systems
Test
Test
IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic
Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
Using Front Weights
Using Rear Wheel Weights
Using Tire Chains
OPERATING MOWER
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
Adjusting Cutting Height
Operate Mower Safely
CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage
Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels
Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side
CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust
Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear
Engaging and Disengaging Mower
Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks
Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger
Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks
Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks
A must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chute
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Service Literature
John Deere Quality
Parts for 42-Inch Mower Deck
Parts for 46-Inch Mower Deck
SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY
Practice Safe Maintenance
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
Service Intervals
Service Record
SERVICE PERFORMED
DATE
Adjusting Carburetor
SERVICE ENGINE
Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
CAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742
S1742S1642
NOTE DO NOT wash paper element
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046
Checking Spark Plugs
Replacing Fuel Filter
Clean Air Intake Screen and Engine
NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank
IMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating
Grease
SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES
Adjusting Brakes - Gear
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle Pivot
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control
Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control
G D F
Mower Spindles
SERVICE MOWER
Adjusting Mower Belt Tension
Replacing Mower Drive Belt
Adjusting Spindle Brake
Servicing Mower Blades
Checking Mower Blades
M88119b
CD B A
E D C B A
E C D B A
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Clean Battery and Terminals
SERVICE ELECTRICAL
Checking the Battery
Removing and Installing the Battery
Charging the Battery
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Fuse
M88559
MX1535
SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS
Fuel
Octane Rating
Using Clean Fuels
Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers
Fuel Blends
Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces
PAINTED METAL SURFACES
M96452
SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS
REMOVING MOWER
Removing Mower
REMOVING MOWER
INSTALLING MOWER
Installing Mower
Q P O N
TROUBLESHOOTING
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
TROUBLESHOOTING
Mower
Electrical
Preparing Machine for Storage
STORING MACHINE
Storing Safely
Preparing Engine For Storage
NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days
Removing Machine From Storage
Model S1742
SPECIFICATIONS
Model S1642
Model S2046
Fuel All Models
Dimensions All Models
Electrical System All Models
Tires All Models
Mower Deck 42-Inch
Mower Deck 46-Inch
Recommended Lubricants
EQUIPMENT USE
WARRANTY
WARRANTY
TERM
Owner’s Warranty Responsibilities
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
John Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage
Length Of Warranty Coverage
Maintenance Warranty Coverage
NOTE Applicable in North America only
Warranty Service And Charges
Consequential Warranty Coverage
Warranty Code
Warranty Period
INDEX
INDEX
Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it
QUALITY STATEMENT
Step
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