Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 Service Electrical, Checking the Battery, Clean Battery and Terminals

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SERVICE ELECTRICAL

SERVICE ELECTRICAL

Checking the Battery

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into eyes. Wear eye protection and avoid spilling or dripping electrolyte.

Flush eyes with water for 15-30 minutes if acid is splashed into eyes.

If acid is swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

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

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2.Remove rubber hold-down strap (A).

3.Disconnect negative (–) battery cable (B).

4.Remove red cover (C) from positive (+) battery terminal. Remove positive (+) cable from battery.

5.Remove battery.

6.Install the battery following these steps in reverse order. (See Connect the Battery in the Assembly section.)

Clean Battery and Terminals

•Keep battery and terminals clean.

•Keep battery bolts tight.

•Keep small vent holes open.

•Recharge, if necessary, at 6–10 amperes for 1 hour. (See Charging the Battery in this section.)

Removing and Installing the Battery

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Always remove negative (–) battery cable first, and install it last, to prevent electrical short circuit to chassis.

1.Turn ignition key off and raise seat.

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Battery gas can explode, to avoid injury:

-Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Use a flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.

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

-Always remove grounded (-) battery clamp first and replace it last.

1.Turn ignition key off and raise seat.

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Contents Scotts Lawn Tractors OPERATOR’S MANUALS1642, S1742, and S2046 OMGX10784 C0INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts productCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Record Identification Numbers PRODUCT IDENTIFICATIONConnect and Check Battery ASSEMBLYIdentify Parts 42-Inch Mowers OnlyChecking Tire Pressure SAFETY SIGNS Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Emission Compliance Period Emission Control System Certification LabelCertification THROWN OBJECTSCONTROLS Tractor Controls - GearTractor Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINE Operate SafelyPark 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 Using Reverse Implement Option ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLDISENGAGE 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 REPLACEMENT PARTS Service LiteratureJohn Deere Quality Parts for 46-Inch Mower Deck Parts for 42-Inch Mower DeckSERVICE MACHINE SAFELY Practice Safe MaintenanceHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Intervals SERVICE INTERVAL CHARTService Record SERVICE PERFORMEDDATE 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 FilterChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742 S1742S1642NOTE DO NOT wash paper element Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 Replacing Fuel Filter Checking Spark PlugsClean Air Intake Screen and Engine NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tankIMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating 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 Servicing Mower Blades Checking Mower BladesM88119b CD B A E D C B AE C D 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 BatteryReplacing Fuse M88559MX1535 Fuel SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSUsing Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Using Clean FuelsOctane Rating 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 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 ModelsMower Deck 42-Inch Mower Deck 46-InchRecommended Lubricants 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 Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it QUALITY STATEMENTStep