Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 Assembly, Identify Parts, Connect and Check Battery, Inch Mowers Only

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ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

Identify Parts

AOperator’s Manual

BSafety Video

CBag of Hardware

DKey

Bag of Hardware:

•2 - M8x16 Bolts - Battery

•2 - M8x16 Nuts - Battery

Connect and Check Battery

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Prevent Battery Explosions:

-Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of battery. Battery gas can explode.

-Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer.

-Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This battery comes fully charged. If the mower is not used by the Service Expiration Date indicated on the battery, charge the battery. (See Charging the Battery in the Service - Electrical section.)

CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT attempt to open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt to do so will void warranty and lead to possible injury.

NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (–) protective cap at this time.

1.Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protective cap from the positive (+) battery terminal.

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2.Connect RED positive (+) cable (A) to battery with 6mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut. Tighten securely. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion. Install the red terminal cover.

3.Remove and discard the BLACK (–) protective cap from the negative battery terminal.

4.Connect silver braided grounding cable (B) to the negative (–) terminal (C) with remaining 6 mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion.

42-Inch Mowers Only

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Never operate the mower without the discharge chute guard in place.

•If tractor/mower deck is being set-up for mulching, install mulch cover kit. (See Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready in the Operating Mower section.)

•If tractor/mower deck is being set-up for side discharger or 2-bag bagger DO NOT install mulch cover kit. (See Using Mower Deck Side Discharge OR Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment in the Operating Mower section.)

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Contents OPERATOR’S MANUAL Scotts Lawn TractorsS1642, S1742, and S2046 OMGX10784 C0THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product INTRODUCTIONCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record Identification NumbersASSEMBLY Connect and Check BatteryIdentify Parts 42-Inch Mowers OnlyChecking Tire Pressure Safety-Alert Symbol SAFETY SIGNSMachine Safety Labels Emission Control System Certification Label Emission Compliance PeriodCertification THROWN OBJECTSTractor Controls - Gear CONTROLSTractor Controls - Automatic Operate Safely OPERATING MACHINEPark Safely Adjusting Seat Avoid TippingWear Appropriate Clothing Transport SafelyUsing the Park Brake Starting EngineUsing Throttle Control Cold Weather Starting TipsWarming and Idling Engine On Automatic TransmissionUsing Travel Controls - Gear Using Travel Controls - AutomaticStopping Engine CAUTION Avoid injuryUsing Cruise Control ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Using Reverse Implement OptionDISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Daily Operating Checklist Testing Safety SystemsPushing Machine TestOPERATING MACHINE IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic Using Front Weights Using Rear Wheel WeightsAvoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Using Tire ChainsUsing Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Cutting HeightOPERATING MOWER Operate Mower SafelyAdjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-SideCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjustAdjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Engaging and Disengaging MowerUsing Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional BaggerUsing Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower DecksA must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chute Service Literature REPLACEMENT PARTSJohn Deere Quality Parts for 42-Inch Mower Deck Parts for 46-Inch Mower DeckPractice Safe Maintenance SERVICE MACHINE SAFELYHandling Waste Product and Chemicals SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service IntervalsSERVICE PERFORMED Service RecordDATE SERVICE ENGINE Engine Warranty Maintenance StatementAdjusting Carburetor Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil levelChanging Engine Oil and Filter CAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn handsS1742S1642 Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742NOTE DO NOT wash paper element Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 Checking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel FilterNOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank Clean Air Intake Screen and EngineIMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Adjusting Brakes - GearGrease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle PivotAdjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control G D FSERVICE MOWER Adjusting Mower Belt TensionMower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive BeltAdjusting Spindle Brake Checking Mower Blades Servicing Mower BladesM88119b E D C B A CD B AE C D B A Sharpening Blades Balancing BladesSERVICE ELECTRICAL Checking the BatteryClean Battery and Terminals Removing and Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery Using Booster Battery Replacing Headlight BulbM88559 Replacing FuseMX1535 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS FuelUsing Clean Fuels Using Fresh Fuel and StabilizersOctane Rating Fuel BlendsPAINTED METAL SURFACES Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesM96452 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS REMOVING MOWER Removing MowerREMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing MowerQ P O N Using Troubleshooting Chart TROUBLESHOOTINGEngine TROUBLESHOOTING Mower Electrical STORING MACHINE Storing SafelyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine For StorageNOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days Removing Machine From StorageSPECIFICATIONS Model S1642Model S1742 Model S2046Dimensions All Models Electrical System All ModelsFuel All Models Tires All ModelsMower Deck 46-Inch Mower Deck 42-InchRecommended Lubricants WARRANTY WARRANTYEQUIPMENT USE TERMYour Warranty Rights and Obligations John Deere Emission Control System Warranty CoverageOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Length Of Warranty CoverageNOTE Applicable in North America only Warranty Service And ChargesMaintenance Warranty Coverage Consequential Warranty CoverageWarranty Code Warranty PeriodINDEX INDEX QUALITY STATEMENT Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased itStep