Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 Servicing Mower Blades, Checking Mower Blades, Service Mower, M88119b

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Servicing Mower Blades

SERVICE MOWER

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! ALL brakes MUST be adjusted. There are TWO spindle brakes on the 38 and 42-Inch decks, and THREE spindle brakes on the 46-Inch deck.

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7.Measure distance from brake surface (A) to pulley braking surface (B). Brake to Pulley Distance should be: 2 –

3mm (0.08 – 0.12 in).

8.If adjustment is required, turn nut (C) on end of brake rod (D) in correct direction to set brake at proper distance from pulley.

9.Repeat on all brakes.

10.Install belt guard.

1.Lower mower. Measure distance between blade tip and flat ground surface.

2.Turn blade 180 degrees. Measure distance between blades other tip and flat ground surface.

3.If the distance between the two measurements is more than 3 mm (1/8 in), install new blade.

Servicing Mower Blades

46-Inch Mower Deck

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

REMOVING MOWER BLADES

1.Raise mower deck to gain access to mower blades. If necessary, remove mower deck.

2.Using a wooden block, prevent mower blades from spinning.

Checking Mower Blades

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before adjusting

Mower Belt Tension: STOP engine. Remove key. Wait for all moving parts to STOP.

To check for a bent blade:

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3.Loosen and remove cap screw (A), hardened washer (B), cupped blade washer (C) and blade (D).

4.Inspect blades; sharpen/balance or replace as necessary.

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Contents S1642, S1742, and S2046 OPERATOR’S MANUALScotts Lawn Tractors OMGX10784 C0INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts productCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record Identification NumbersIdentify Parts ASSEMBLYConnect and Check Battery 42-Inch Mowers OnlyChecking Tire Pressure SAFETY SIGNS Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Certification Emission Control System Certification LabelEmission Compliance Period THROWN OBJECTSCONTROLS Tractor Controls - GearTractor Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINE Operate SafelyPark Safely Wear Appropriate Clothing Adjusting SeatAvoid Tipping Transport SafelyUsing the Park Brake Starting EngineWarming and Idling Engine Using Throttle ControlCold Weather Starting Tips On Automatic TransmissionStopping Engine Using Travel Controls - GearUsing Travel Controls - Automatic CAUTION Avoid injuryUsing Cruise Control Using Reverse Implement Option ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLDISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Pushing Machine Daily Operating ChecklistTesting Safety Systems TestTest IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Using Front WeightsUsing Rear Wheel Weights Using Tire ChainsOPERATING MOWER Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower MowerAdjusting Cutting Height Operate Mower SafelyCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage Adjusting Mower Gage WheelsAdjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side 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 REPLACEMENT PARTS Service LiteratureJohn Deere Quality Parts for 42-Inch Mower Deck Parts for 46-Inch Mower DeckSERVICE MACHINE SAFELY Practice Safe MaintenanceHandling Waste Product and Chemicals SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service IntervalsService Record SERVICE PERFORMEDDATE Adjusting Carburetor SERVICE ENGINEEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement 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 handsChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742 S1742S1642NOTE DO NOT wash paper element Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 Checking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel FilterClean Air Intake Screen and Engine NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tankIMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating Grease SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESAdjusting Brakes - Gear Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle PivotAdjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control G D FMower Spindles SERVICE MOWERAdjusting Mower Belt Tension Replacing Mower Drive BeltAdjusting Spindle Brake Servicing Mower Blades Checking Mower BladesM88119b CD B A E D C B AE C D B A Sharpening Blades Balancing BladesClean Battery and Terminals SERVICE ELECTRICALChecking the Battery Removing and Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery Using Booster Battery Replacing Headlight BulbReplacing Fuse M88559MX1535 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS FuelOctane Rating Using Clean FuelsUsing Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Fuel BlendsCare for Plastic and Painted Surfaces PAINTED METAL SURFACESM96452 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS REMOVING MOWER Removing MowerREMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing MowerQ P O N TROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine TROUBLESHOOTING Mower Electrical Preparing Machine for Storage STORING MACHINEStoring Safely Preparing Engine For StorageNOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days Removing Machine From StorageModel S1742 SPECIFICATIONSModel S1642 Model S2046Fuel All Models Dimensions All ModelsElectrical System All Models Tires All ModelsMower Deck 42-Inch Mower Deck 46-InchRecommended Lubricants EQUIPMENT USE WARRANTYWARRANTY TERMOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsJohn Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage Length Of Warranty CoverageMaintenance Warranty Coverage NOTE Applicable in North America onlyWarranty Service And Charges Consequential Warranty CoverageWarranty Code Warranty PeriodINDEX INDEX Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it QUALITY STATEMENTStep