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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Electrical, Troubleshooting

Models: S1642, S1742, S2046

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TROUBLESHOOTING

IF	CHECK


Grass Tips Are Jagged And Turn Grayish Brown	Dull mower blades.
After Mowing	Bent blades.
	Bent blades.
	Front-to-rear blade adjustment not set properly.

Mower Stops When Shift Lever Is Moved Rearward	Normal condition. (See Using Reverse Implement Option in the
and Mower Is Engaged (Hydrostatic)	OPERATING section.)

Mower Stops When Gear Shift Lever Is Moved To	Normal condition. (See Using Reverse Implement Option in the
The R (REVERSE) Position and Mower Is Engaged	OPERATING section.)
(Gear)

Electrical

IF	CHECK


Headlight not working	Bulb(s) burned out.
	Loose or damaged wiring.
	Blown fuse.

Battery will not charge	Bad battery cell(s).
	Poor cable connections.
	Faulty regulator/rectifier.

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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Electrical, Troubleshooting

Contents

OPERATOR’S MANUAL Scotts Lawn TractorsS1642, S1742, and S2046 OMGX10784 C0INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts productCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Record Identification NumbersASSEMBLY Connect and Check BatteryIdentify Parts 42-Inch Mowers OnlyChecking Tire Pressure ASSEMBLYSAFETY SIGNS Safety-Alert SymbolMachine Safety Labels Emission Control System Certification Label Emission Compliance PeriodCertification SAFETY SIGNSCONTROLS Tractor Controls - GearTractor Controls - Automatic OPERATING MACHINE Operate SafelyPark Safely Adjusting Seat Avoid TippingWear Appropriate Clothing Transport SafelyUsing the Park Brake Starting EngineOPERATING MACHINE Using Throttle Control Cold Weather Starting TipsWarming and Idling Engine OPERATING MACHINEUsing Travel Controls - Gear Using Travel Controls - AutomaticStopping Engine OPERATING MACHINEUsing Cruise Control OPERATING MACHINEUsing Reverse Implement Option OPERATING MACHINEENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLDaily Operating Checklist Testing Safety SystemsPushing Machine TestOPERATING MACHINE TestTest TestOPERATING MACHINE TestTest IMPORTANT Avoid damage! On AutomaticUsing Front Weights Using Rear Wheel WeightsAvoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Using Tire ChainsUsing Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Cutting HeightOPERATING MOWER Operate Mower SafelyAdjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-SideCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage 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 OPERATING MOWER A must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chuteGrasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot up Unhook both rubber hooks B and remove mulch coverREPLACEMENT PARTS Service LiteratureJohn Deere Quality REPLACEMENT PARTS Parts for 42-Inch Mower DeckPart Number Parts for 46-Inch Mower DeckSERVICE MACHINE SAFELY Practice Safe MaintenanceHandling Waste Product and Chemicals Avoid Injury From Contacting BladesSERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service IntervalsService Record SERVICE INTERVAL CHARTSERVICE PERFORMED DATESERVICE ENGINE Engine Warranty Maintenance StatementAdjusting Carburetor 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 Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742 S1742S1642NOTE DO NOT wash paper element SERVICE ENGINEChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046 SERVICE ENGINEChecking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel FilterSERVICE ENGINE Clean Air Intake Screen and Engine NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tankSERVICE ENGINE IMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheatingSERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Adjusting Brakes - GearGrease 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 SERVICE MOWER Adjusting Mower Belt TensionMower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive BeltAdjusting Spindle Brake SERVICE MOWERServicing Mower Blades Checking Mower BladesSERVICE MOWER M88119bSERVICE MOWER CD B AE D C B A E C D B ASharpening Blades Balancing BladesSERVICE MOWER SERVICE ELECTRICAL Checking the BatteryClean Battery and Terminals Removing and Installing the BatteryCharging the Battery SERVICE ELECTRICALUsing Booster Battery Replacing Headlight BulbSERVICE ELECTRICAL Replacing Fuse SERVICE ELECTRICALM88559 MX1535SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS FuelChecking Tire Pressure SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Using Clean FuelsUsing Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Octane RatingCare for Plastic and Painted Surfaces PAINTED METAL SURFACESSERVICE MISCELLANEOUS M96452SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS REMOVING MOWER Removing MowerREMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing MowerINSTALLING MOWER Q P O NTROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKMower TROUBLESHOOTINGElectrical TROUBLESHOOTINGSTORING MACHINE Storing SafelyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine For StorageNOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days Removing Machine From StorageSTORING MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Model S1642Model S1742 Model S2046Dimensions All Models Electrical System All ModelsFuel All Models Tires All ModelsMower Deck 42-Inch Mower Deck 46-InchRecommended Lubricants SPECIFICATIONSWARRANTY WARRANTYWARRANTY EQUIPMENT USEWARRANTY Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsJohn Deere Emission Control System Warranty Coverage Owner’s Warranty ResponsibilitiesNOTE Applicable in North America only WARRANTYWarranty Service And Charges Maintenance Warranty CoverageWARRANTY Warranty CodeWarranty Period INDEX INDEX Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it QUALITY STATEMENTStep Step