Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Mower Deck 42-Inch, Mower Deck 46-Inch, Recommended Lubricants

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Mower Deck (42-Inch)

SPECIFICATIONS

Tire Pressure (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 kPa (14 psi) Tire Pressure (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 kPa (10 psi)

Mower Deck (42-Inch)

Blades-Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Blade Bolt Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 N•m (41 lb-ft.) Cutting Height-Approx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25–102 mm (1–4 in.) Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1067 mm (42 in.)

Mower Deck (46-Inch)

Blades-Rotary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Blade Bolt Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 N•m (41 lb-ft.) Cutting Height-Approx. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25–102 mm (1–4 in.) Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1168 mm (46 in.)

Recommended Lubricants

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . API Service Classification SG or SF Grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE Multi-Purpose EP Grease

(Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)

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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 PARTSService 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