M40434 M40161 M88586 | Scotts S2048, S2554 manual

OPERATING MOWER

3.CHECK: Tire pressures must be correct. (See Checking Tire Pressure in Service – Miscellaneous section.)

4.Adjust cutting height to 50 mm (2 in). (See Adjusting Cutting Height in this section.)

NOTE: Mower gage wheels should not contact the ground.

5.Put mower lift lever in MOWING (lower) position.

6.Turn left blade by hand parallel to tractor axle. Hold drive belt and turn right blade parallel to axle.

7.Measure from each outside blade tip (A) to the level surface. The difference between measurements must not be more than 3 mm (1/8 in).

NOTE: Adjustable lift links are on both sides of mower. Cutting height can closely match knob setting by using adjustment on both sides. DO NOT adjust deck too high or it will not lock in transport (upper) position.

8.Turn nut (B), (right side shown): Clockwise to RAISE right side of mower and counterclockwise to LOWER right side of mower.

9.Check side-to-side measurements and readjust if necessary.

M40434

A

M40161

B

M88586

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Scotts S2048, S2554 manual M40434 M40161 M88586

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 Tire Size Pressure Check Machine Safety SystemChecking Tire Pressure Machine Safety Labels Safety SignsSafety-Alert Symbol Loaded Spring Thrown Objects Certification Label Controls Controls Park Safely Operating MachineOperate Safely Protect Children Keep Riders Off Avoid Tipping Transport Safely Adjusting SeatWear Appropriate Clothing 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 Rear Wheel Weights Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment Model S2048 OnlyUsing Front 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 Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Engaging MowerDisengaging Mower 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 Adjusting Carburetor Service EngineEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement 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 Lubricating Mower Spindles Service MowerGrease Replacing Mower Drive Belt Removing Mower Blades Servicing Mower Blades Balancing Blades Sharpening Blades Removing and Installing the Battery Service ElectricalChecking 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 Oxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Octane RatingFuel Blends 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 Engine TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Electrical Tractor Mower Troubleshooting Preparing Machine for Storage Storing MachineStoring Safely Preparing Engine Preparing Engine For StorageRunning engine dry of fuel Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank Removing Machine From Storage Engine Automatic-S2554 SpecificationsEngine Automatic-S2048 Tires Dimensions-Model S2048Dimensions-Model S2554 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