Operating Mower | Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 guide

Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks

OPERATING MOWER

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B

A

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To set-up and operate the 42” deck for side discharge operation the factory installed mulch cover (A) must be removed.

1.Remove mulch cover:

•Lift plastic discharge chute.

•Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot up.

•Unhook both rubber hooks (B) and remove mulch cover.

2.Store mulch cover in a well protected area and have it readily available for when you want to use deck as a mulching deck.

Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust

mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.

Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

NOTE: For maximum mulching operation, it may be necessary to change the mower blades, see Servicing Mower Blades in the SERVICE MOWER section.

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B

A

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To set-up and operate the 42” deck for mulching operation the factory installed mulch cover (A) must be installed.

1.Install mulch cover:

•Lift plastic discharge chute.

•Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot up.

•Install mulch cover into deck discharge opening and hook both rubber hooks (B).

Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust

mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.

Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

NOTE: For maximum mower deck operation, it may be necessary to change the mower blades, see Servicing Mower Blades in the SERVICE MOWER section.

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B

A

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To set-up and operate the 42” deck for either the 2-Bag Bagger or Mulch Plug Kit the factory installed mulch cover

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Contents

OPERATOR’S MANUAL Scotts Lawn TractorsS1642, S1742, and S2046 OMGX10784 C0 INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts productCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record Identification Numbers ASSEMBLY Connect and Check BatteryIdentify Parts 42-Inch Mowers Only Checking Tire Pressure SAFETY SIGNS Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Emission Control System Certification Label Emission Compliance PeriodCertification THROWN OBJECTS CONTROLS Tractor Controls - GearTractor Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINE Operate SafelyPark Safely Adjusting Seat Avoid TippingWear Appropriate Clothing Transport Safely Using the Park Brake Starting Engine Using Throttle Control Cold Weather Starting TipsWarming and Idling Engine On Automatic Transmission Using Travel Controls - Gear Using Travel Controls - AutomaticStopping Engine CAUTION Avoid injury Using Cruise Control Using Reverse Implement Option ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLDISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Daily Operating Checklist Testing Safety SystemsPushing Machine Test OPERATING MACHINE IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic Using Front Weights Using Rear Wheel WeightsAvoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Using Tire Chains Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Cutting HeightOPERATING MOWER Operate Mower Safely Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-SideCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Engaging and Disengaging Mower Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower Decks Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower Decks Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks A 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 Deck SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY Practice Safe MaintenanceHandling Waste Product and Chemicals SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service Intervals Service Record SERVICE PERFORMEDDATE SERVICE ENGINE Engine Warranty Maintenance StatementAdjusting Carburetor Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil level Changing Engine Oil and Filter CAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands Checking 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 Filter Clean Air Intake Screen and Engine NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tankIMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Adjusting Brakes - GearGrease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle Pivot Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand Control Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot Control G D F SERVICE MOWER Adjusting Mower Belt TensionMower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive Belt Adjusting Spindle Brake Servicing Mower Blades Checking Mower BladesM88119b CD B A E D C B AE C D B A Sharpening Blades Balancing Blades SERVICE ELECTRICAL Checking the BatteryClean Battery and Terminals Removing and Installing the Battery Charging the Battery Using Booster Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Replacing Fuse M88559MX1535 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Fuel Using Clean Fuels Using Fresh Fuel and StabilizersOctane Rating Fuel Blends Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces PAINTED METAL SURFACESM96452 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS REMOVING MOWER Removing Mower REMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing Mower Q P O N TROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine TROUBLESHOOTING Mower Electrical STORING MACHINE Storing SafelyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine For Storage NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days Removing Machine From Storage SPECIFICATIONS Model S1642Model S1742 Model S2046 Dimensions All Models Electrical System All ModelsFuel All Models Tires All Models Mower Deck 42-Inch Mower Deck 46-InchRecommended Lubricants WARRANTY WARRANTYEQUIPMENT USE TERM Your Warranty Rights and Obligations John Deere Emission Control System Warranty CoverageOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities Length Of Warranty Coverage NOTE Applicable in North America only Warranty Service And ChargesMaintenance Warranty Coverage Consequential Warranty Coverage Warranty Code Warranty Period INDEX INDEX Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it QUALITY STATEMENTStep