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S2048, S2554 manual
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OMM138757 L8
English
L8
S2048 Y
ard T
ractor
and
S2554 Garden T
ractor
Serial No. (010,001- )
OPERA
TOR’S MANU
AL
North American Version
Litho in U.S.A.
Contents
Main
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Identify Parts
NOTE: There is an extra ignition key strapped to one of the seat suspension springs.
Check and Connect Battery
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NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative () protective cap at this time.
Install Steering Wheel
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Check Engine Oil
Break-In Electric PTO Clutch
Check Machine Safety System
Checking Tire Pressure
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Safety-Alert Symbol
Machine Safety Labels
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Certification Label
CONTROLS
Controls
Operate Safely
Park Safely
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
Avoid Tipping
Keep Riders Off
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Transport Safely
Adjusting Seat
Using the Park Brake
Using Headlights
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Checking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter
Starting Engine
Warming and Idling Engine
Stopping Engine
Using and Stopping Automatic Transmission
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Pushing Machine
NOTE: Push free-wheeling lever (B) in before operating tractor.
Using Reverse Implement Option
Daily Operating Checklist
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Testing Safety Systems
Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
Test 4
Test 5
Test 6
Test 7
Test 8
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
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Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment (Model S2048 Only)
Using Front Weights
Using Rear Wheel Weights
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Installing the Chains
Transporting
Operating Mower Safely
Check Ground Conditions
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
Adjusting Cutting Height
Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels
Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
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Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
NOTE: Mower gage wheels should not contact the ground during leveling.
Engaging Mower
Disengaging Mower
Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY
Practice Safe Maintenance
Wear Appropriate Clothing
SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
Service Intervals
SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
Service Record
Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Adjusting Carburetor
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil
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Changing Engine Oil Filter
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Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
NOTE: DO NOT wash paper element.
Checking Spark Plugs
Replacing Fuel Filter
NOTE: Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank.
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SERVICE TRANSMISSION
Transmission Oil
NOTE: Your tractor is filled with 5W30 at the factory
Check Transmission Fluid Level
Adding Transmission Fluid
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Replacing Mower Drive Belt
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Servicing Mower Blades
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Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
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Checking the Battery
NOTE: This is a maintenance free battery, do not attempt to open or service battery in any way.
Removing and Installing the Battery
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Clean Battery and Terminals
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Charging the Battery
NOTE: Your charger may have an AUTOMATIC STOP to prevent charging the battery:
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Using Booster Battery
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Replacing Fuse
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Battery Discharge and Oil Pressure Indicator Light Bulbs
Checking Tire Pressure
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Fuel
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Filling Fuel Tank
Grease
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Front Axle Pivot
Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Repair:
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REMOVING MOWER
Removing Mower
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REMOVING MOWER
INSTALLING MOWER
Installing Mower
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Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
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Tractor
Electrical
Mower
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Storing Safely
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Engine For Storage
NOTE: The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days.
Removing Machine From Storage
Engine (Automatic-S2048)
Engine (Automatic-S2554)
Fuel System
Transaxle
Dimensions-Model S2048
Dimensions-Model S2554
Tires
Mower Deck (48-inch)
Mower Deck (54-inch)
Recommended Lubricants
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LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS
Tire Warranty
Limited Engine Warranty
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Limited Battery Warranty
NOTE: Applicable in North America only.
NOTE: If your battery is not labeled with a warranty code, it is a warranty code B.
Warranty Code Warranty Period A 40 Months B 36 Months C 24 Months
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SCOTTS SERVICE LITERATURE
Order Form
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INVESTMENT IN QUALITY
Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it.
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