Transporting | Scotts S2048, S2554 instruction

OPERATING MACHINE

8.Tie excess rim chain links (G) back to the rim chain.

9.The chain should be as tight as possible by hand. Unhook the fastener and repeat Step 5 if the chain is loose.

10.Drive forward on chains 30’-40’ and recheck for tightness. Adjust as necessary.

IMPORTANT: Periodically check chains for looseness and adjust when necessary.

Maintain proper air pressure in tires.

Transporting

Do not tow machine.

Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport your machine.

Drive forward onto trailer.

Lower mower or any attachment to trailer deck.

LOCK park brake.

Be sure trailer has all the necessary lights and signs required by law.

Fasten machine to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from tractor.

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Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Transporting

Contents

OPERATOR’S Manual Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts product Introduction Table of Contents Page Page Page Clear Plastic Bag Contains AssemblyCheck and Connect Battery Identify Parts Connect Battery Install Steering Wheel Break-In Electric PTO Clutch Check Engine Oil Checking Tire Pressure Check Machine Safety SystemTire Size Pressure Safety-Alert Symbol Safety SignsMachine Safety Labels Loaded Spring Thrown Objects Certification Label Controls Controls Operate Safely Operating MachinePark Safely Protect Children Keep Riders Off Avoid Tipping Wear Appropriate Clothing Adjusting SeatTransport Safely Using Headlights Using the Park Brake Starting Engine Checking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter Stopping Engine Warming and Idling Engine For Emergency Stopping Using and Stopping Automatic TransmissionTo Travel Forward To Travel in Reverse Important Avoid transmission damage, do not tow machine Pushing Machine Daily Operating Checklist Using Reverse Implement Option Test Testing Safety Systems Operating Machine Operator on seat Push brake pedal a down Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Using Front Weights Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 OnlyUsing Rear Wheel Weights Installing the Chains Transporting Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades Operating MowerOperating Mower Safely Check Ground Conditions Adjusting Cutting Height Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels M40434 M40161 M88586 Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Disengaging Mower Engaging MowerDismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Parts for Tractor and Mower Deck Replacement Parts Practice Safe Maintenance Service Machine Safely Handling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Intervals Service Interval Chart Before Storage Service Record Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement Service EngineAdjusting Carburetor Engine Oil Avoid Fumes Changing Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Level Changing Engine Oil Filter Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins M88594 Replacing Fuel Filter Checking Spark Plugs Adding Transmission Fluid Service TransmissionTransmission Oil Check Transmission Fluid Level Grease Service MowerLubricating Mower Spindles Replacing Mower Drive Belt Removing Mower Blades Servicing Mower Blades Balancing Blades Sharpening Blades Checking the Battery Service ElectricalRemoving and Installing the Battery Clean Battery and Terminals Stop to prevent charging the battery Charging the Battery Using Booster Battery Replacing Headlight Bulb Replacing Fuse Service Miscellaneous Fuel Fuel Blends Octane RatingOxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Filling Fuel Tank Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers 50C 122F 40C 104F 30C 86F Plastic Surfaces Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces Avoid Damage Repair Repair Painted Metal Surfaces Removing Mower Removing Mower M97162 Installing Mower Installing Mower Using Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingEngine Troubleshooting Electrical Tractor Mower Troubleshooting Storing Safely Storing MachinePreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Engine Preparing Engine For StorageRunning engine dry of fuel Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank Removing Machine From Storage Engine Automatic-S2048 SpecificationsEngine Automatic-S2554 Dimensions-Model S2554 Dimensions-Model S2048Tires Recommended Lubricants Mower Deck 48-inch Limited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products Warranty Warranty Limited Engine Warranty Tire Warranty Warranted Parts Consequential Warranty Coverage Warranty Code Warranty Period Limited Battery Warranty Index Grease Reverse Implement Option, Using Wheels, Adjusting Mower Wheels, Adjusting Mower Gage Page Title Number Price Qty Total Scotts Service LiteraturePage Contact your dealer Investment in QualityStep Refer to your operator’s manual