Scotts S2048, S2554

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Contents

Main INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product. c TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Page Page Identify Parts NOTE: There is an extra ignition key strapped to one of the seat suspension springs. Check and Connect Battery c NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative () protective cap at this time. Install Steering Wheel c Check Engine Oil Break-In Electric PTO Clutch Check Machine Safety System Checking Tire Pressure c Safety-Alert Symbol Machine Safety Labels Page 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 c Checking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter Starting Engine Warming and Idling Engine Stopping Engine Using and Stopping Automatic Transmission c Pushing Machine NOTE: Push free-wheeling lever (B) in before operating tractor. Using Reverse Implement Option Daily Operating Checklist c 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 c Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment (Model S2048 Only) Using Front Weights Using Rear Wheel Weights c 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) Page 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 c 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 c Changing Engine Oil Filter c 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. c SERVICE TRANSMISSION Transmission Oil NOTE: Your tractor is filled with 5W30 at the factory Check Transmission Fluid Level Adding Transmission Fluid c Replacing Mower Drive Belt c Servicing Mower Blades c Sharpening Blades Balancing Blades c 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 c Clean Battery and Terminals c Charging the Battery NOTE: Your charger may have an AUTOMATIC STOP to prevent charging the battery: c Using Booster Battery c Replacing Fuse Replacing Headlight Bulb Replacing Battery Discharge and Oil Pressure Indicator Light Bulbs Checking Tire Pressure c Fuel c Page Filling Fuel Tank Grease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles, Wheel Bearings and Front Axle Pivot Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces Repair: Page REMOVING MOWER Removing Mower c REMOVING MOWER INSTALLING MOWER Installing Mower c Using Troubleshooting Chart Engine Page Tractor Electrical Mower Page 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 Page LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS Tire Warranty Limited Engine Warranty Page Page 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 Page Page Page Page Page SCOTTS SERVICE LITERATURE Order Form Page INVESTMENT IN QUALITY Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3