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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Operating Machine, Test, IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic

Models: S1642, S1742, S2046

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IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! On Automatic

OPERATING MACHINE

B

A

A

3.Pull PTO lever (A) back to DISENGAGE.

4.Start engine and move throttle lever (B) to FAST () speed position.

5.Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.

6.Engine MUST remain running. If engine does stop, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

Test 6

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! On Automatic

Transmission Models: Do Not operate tractor or start engine with the free-wheeling lever (C) out or transmission damage may occur.

B

C

1.Lock the park brake (A).

2.On Gear Models: Put transmission shift lever (B) in N (Neutral).

On Automatic Models: Pull out free- wheeling lever (C) to unlock.

3.Try to push machine manually.

4.Park brake MUST prevent machine from moving. If machine moves, parking brake needs to be adjusted. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

5.On Automatic Models: Push free-wheeling lever back in.

Test 7

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before moving rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially children.

Test Reverse Implement Option: 1. Start engine.

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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Operating Machine, Test, IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic

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 ASSEMBLYSAFETY SIGNS Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Certification Emission Control System Certification LabelEmission Compliance Period SAFETY SIGNSCONTROLS Tractor Controls - GearTractor Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINE Operate SafelyPark Safely Wear Appropriate Clothing Adjusting SeatAvoid Tipping Transport SafelyUsing the Park Brake Starting EngineOPERATING MACHINE Warming and Idling Engine Using Throttle ControlCold Weather Starting Tips OPERATING MACHINEStopping Engine Using Travel Controls - GearUsing Travel Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINEUsing Cruise Control OPERATING MACHINEENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Using Reverse Implement OptionOPERATING MACHINE DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLPushing Machine Daily Operating ChecklistTesting Safety Systems TestTest OPERATING MACHINETest TestTest OPERATING MACHINETest IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On AutomaticAvoid 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 MowerOPERATING MOWER Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional BaggerOPERATING MOWER Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower DecksOPERATING MOWER Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot up OPERATING MOWERA must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chute Unhook both rubber hooks B and remove mulch coverREPLACEMENT PARTS Service LiteratureJohn Deere Quality Part Number REPLACEMENT PARTSParts for 42-Inch Mower Deck Parts for 46-Inch Mower DeckHandling Waste Product and Chemicals SERVICE MACHINE SAFELYPractice Safe Maintenance Avoid Injury From Contacting BladesSERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service IntervalsSERVICE PERFORMED Service RecordSERVICE INTERVAL CHART DATEAdjusting Carburetor SERVICE ENGINEEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil levelChanging Engine Oil and Filter SERVICE ENGINECAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands NOTE DO NOT wash paper element Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742S1742S1642 SERVICE ENGINEChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 SERVICE ENGINEChecking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel FilterSERVICE ENGINE SERVICE ENGINE Clean Air Intake Screen and EngineNOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank IMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheatingGrease SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESAdjusting Brakes - Gear Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle PivotAdjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESAdjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESG D F Mower Spindles SERVICE MOWERAdjusting Mower Belt Tension Replacing Mower Drive BeltAdjusting Spindle Brake SERVICE MOWERSERVICE MOWER Servicing Mower BladesChecking Mower Blades M88119bE D C B A SERVICE MOWERCD B A E C D B ASharpening Blades Balancing BladesSERVICE MOWER Clean Battery and Terminals SERVICE ELECTRICALChecking the Battery Removing and Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery SERVICE ELECTRICALUsing Booster Battery Replacing Headlight BulbSERVICE ELECTRICAL M88559 Replacing FuseSERVICE ELECTRICAL MX1535SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS FuelChecking Tire Pressure Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSUsing Clean Fuels Octane RatingSERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesPAINTED METAL SURFACES M96452SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS REMOVING MOWER Removing MowerREMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing MowerINSTALLING MOWER Q P O NTROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKMower TROUBLESHOOTINGElectrical TROUBLESHOOTINGPreparing Machine for Storage STORING MACHINEStoring Safely Preparing Engine For StorageNOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days Removing Machine From StorageSTORING MACHINE Model S1742 SPECIFICATIONSModel S1642 Model S2046Fuel All Models Dimensions All ModelsElectrical System All Models Tires All ModelsRecommended Lubricants Mower Deck 42-InchMower Deck 46-Inch SPECIFICATIONSWARRANTY WARRANTYWARRANTY EQUIPMENT USEJohn Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage WARRANTYYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Owner’s Warranty ResponsibilitiesWarranty Service And Charges NOTE Applicable in North America onlyWARRANTY Maintenance Warranty CoverageWARRANTY Warranty CodeWarranty Period INDEX INDEX Step Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased itQUALITY STATEMENT Step