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Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 manual Index

Models: S1642, S1742, S2046

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	INDEX
Removing Mower	49
Reverse Implement Option, Using	11
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Safety Labels	2
Safety Systems, Testing	12
Safety, Operating	5
Safety, Operating Mower	16
Safety, Service	24
Safety, Service Mower	36
Screen, Clean Air Intake	32
Seat, Adjusting	6
Service Intervals	25
Service Safety	24
Spark Plugs, Checking	31
Spindle Brake, Adjusting	37
Storage, Preparing Engine for	57
Storage, Preparing Machine for	57
Storage, Removing Machine from	58
Storing Safety	57
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Technical Manual	22
Throttle Control, Using	8
Tire Chains, Using	15
Tire Pressure, Checking	45
Transport Safely	6
Transporting	15
Travel Controls - Automatic	9
Travel Controls - Gear	9
Troubleshooting Chart, Using	53
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Warranty Maintenance Statement, Engine	27
Weights, Using Front	15
Weights, Using Rear Wheel	15
Wheel Spindles and Bearings, Lubricating	33
Wheels, Adjusting Mower Gage	17

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OMGX10784 C0 OPERATOR’S MANUALScotts Lawn Tractors S1642, S1742, and S2046CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning INTRODUCTIONTHANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product Record Identification Numbers PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION42-Inch Mowers Only ASSEMBLYConnect and Check Battery Identify PartsASSEMBLY Checking Tire PressureMachine Safety Labels SAFETY SIGNSSafety-Alert Symbol SAFETY SIGNS Emission Control System Certification LabelEmission Compliance Period CertificationTractor Controls - Automatic CONTROLSTractor Controls - Gear Park Safely OPERATING MACHINEOperate Safely Transport Safely Adjusting SeatAvoid Tipping Wear Appropriate ClothingOPERATING MACHINE Using the Park BrakeStarting Engine OPERATING MACHINE Using Throttle ControlCold Weather Starting Tips Warming and Idling EngineOPERATING MACHINE Using Travel Controls - GearUsing Travel Controls - Automatic Stopping EngineOPERATING MACHINE Using Cruise ControlDISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL Using Reverse Implement OptionOPERATING MACHINE ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROLTest Daily Operating ChecklistTesting Safety Systems Pushing MachineTest OPERATING MACHINETest TestIMPORTANT Avoid damage! On Automatic OPERATING MACHINETest TestUsing Tire Chains Using Front WeightsUsing Rear Wheel Weights Avoid Using Ground Engaging EquipmentOperate Mower Safely Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower MowerAdjusting Cutting Height OPERATING MOWERCAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust Adjusting Mower Gage WheelsAdjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side CAUTION Avoid injury! Before you adjust gageOPERATING MOWER Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-RearEngaging and Disengaging Mower OPERATING MOWER Using Mower Deck Side Discharge - 42-Inch Mower DecksDismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger OPERATING MOWER Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready - 42-Inch Mower DecksUsing Mower Deck with Optional Equipment - 42-Inch Mower Decks Unhook both rubber hooks B and remove mulch cover OPERATING MOWERA must be removed 1. Remove mulch cover Lift plastic discharge chute Grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot upJohn Deere Quality REPLACEMENT PARTSService Literature Parts for 46-Inch Mower Deck REPLACEMENT PARTSParts for 42-Inch Mower Deck Part NumberAvoid Injury From Contacting Blades SERVICE MACHINE SAFELYPractice Safe Maintenance Handling Waste Product and ChemicalsService Intervals SERVICE INTERVAL CHARTDATE Service RecordSERVICE INTERVAL CHART SERVICE PERFORMEDMake sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil level SERVICE ENGINEEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Adjusting CarburetorCAUTION Avoid injury! Engine may be hot, be careful not to burn hands Changing Engine Oil and FilterSERVICE ENGINE SERVICE ENGINE Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S1642 and S1742S1742S1642 NOTE DO NOT wash paper elementSERVICE ENGINE Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements - S2046SERVICE ENGINE Checking Spark PlugsReplacing Fuel Filter IMPORTANT Avoid damage! To avoid overheating Clean Air Intake Screen and EngineNOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank SERVICE ENGINELubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Axle Pivot SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKESAdjusting Brakes - Gear GreaseSERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Hand ControlG D F Adjusting Brakes - Automatic Foot ControlSERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Replacing Mower Drive Belt SERVICE MOWERAdjusting Mower Belt Tension Mower SpindlesSERVICE MOWER Adjusting Spindle BrakeM88119b Servicing Mower BladesChecking Mower Blades SERVICE MOWERE C D B A SERVICE MOWERCD B A E D C B ASERVICE MOWER Sharpening BladesBalancing Blades Removing and Installing the Battery SERVICE ELECTRICALChecking the Battery Clean Battery and TerminalsSERVICE ELECTRICAL Charging the BatterySERVICE ELECTRICAL Using Booster BatteryReplacing Headlight Bulb MX1535 Replacing FuseSERVICE ELECTRICAL M88559Checking Tire Pressure SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSFuel Octane Rating SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSUsing Clean Fuels Using Fresh Fuel and StabilizersM96452 Care for Plastic and Painted SurfacesPAINTED METAL SURFACES SERVICE MISCELLANEOUSSERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Removing Mower REMOVING MOWERREMOVING MOWER Installing Mower INSTALLING MOWERQ P O N INSTALLING MOWEREngine TROUBLESHOOTINGUsing Troubleshooting Chart CHECK TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTING MowerTROUBLESHOOTING ElectricalPreparing Engine For Storage STORING MACHINEStoring Safely Preparing Machine for StorageSTORING MACHINE NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 daysRemoving Machine From Storage Model S2046 SPECIFICATIONSModel S1642 Model S1742Tires All Models Dimensions All ModelsElectrical System All Models Fuel All ModelsSPECIFICATIONS Mower Deck 42-InchMower Deck 46-Inch Recommended LubricantsEQUIPMENT USE WARRANTYWARRANTY WARRANTYOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities WARRANTYYour Warranty Rights and Obligations John Deere Emission Control System Warranty CoverageMaintenance Warranty Coverage NOTE Applicable in North America onlyWARRANTY Warranty Service And ChargesWarranty Period WARRANTYWarranty Code INDEX INDEX Step Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased itQUALITY STATEMENT Step