Clean Battery and Terminals | Scotts S2048, S2554 instruction

SERVICE ELECTRICAL

Clean Battery and Terminals

cCAUTION: Battery gas can explode, to avoid injury:

-Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Use a flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.

-Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.

-Always remove grounded (-) battery clamp first and replace it last.

1.Turn ignition key off and lift hood.

2.Remove rubber hold-down strap (A).

3.Disconnect BLACK (–) battery cable (B) first.

4.Disconnect RED (+) battery cable (C) and blue harness wire (D) and remove battery from mower.

5.Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells.

6.Rinse the battery with clean water. Let dry.

7.Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright.

8.Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion.

9.Reinstall battery. (See Removing and Installing the Battery in this section and Check and Connect the Battery in the Assembly section.)

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Scotts S2048, S2554 manual Clean Battery and Terminals

Contents

OPERATOR’S Manual Introduction Thank YOU for purchasing a Scotts product Table of Contents Page Page Page Assembly Check and Connect BatteryIdentify Parts Clear Plastic Bag Contains Install Steering Wheel Connect Battery Check Engine Oil Break-In Electric PTO Clutch Tire Size Pressure Check Machine Safety SystemChecking Tire Pressure Machine Safety Labels Safety SignsSafety-Alert Symbol Loaded Spring Certification Label Thrown Objects Controls Controls Park Safely Operating MachineOperate Safely Protect Children Avoid Tipping Keep Riders Off Transport Safely Adjusting SeatWear Appropriate Clothing Using the Park Brake Using Headlights Checking Indicator Lights and Hour Meter Starting Engine Warming and Idling Engine Stopping Engine Using and Stopping Automatic Transmission To Travel ForwardTo Travel in Reverse For Emergency Stopping Pushing Machine Important Avoid transmission damage, do not tow machine Using Reverse Implement Option Daily Operating Checklist Testing Safety Systems Test 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 Operating Mower Operating Mower SafelyCheck Ground Conditions Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Adjusting Cutting Height Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side-to-Side M40434 M40161 M88586 Adjusting Mower Level Front-to-Rear Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger Engaging MowerDisengaging Mower Replacement Parts Parts for Tractor and Mower Deck Service Machine Safely Practice Safe Maintenance Handling Waste Product and Chemicals Service Interval Chart Service Intervals Service Record Before Storage Adjusting Carburetor Service EngineEngine Warranty Maintenance Statement Avoid Fumes Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Level Changing Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil Filter Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements M88594 Checking Spark Plugs Replacing Fuel Filter Service Transmission Transmission OilCheck Transmission Fluid Level Adding Transmission Fluid Lubricating Mower Spindles Service MowerGrease Replacing Mower Drive Belt Servicing Mower Blades Removing Mower Blades Sharpening Blades Balancing Blades Removing and Installing the Battery Service ElectricalChecking the Battery Clean Battery and Terminals Charging the Battery Stop to prevent charging the battery Using Booster Battery Replacing Fuse Replacing Headlight Bulb Service Miscellaneous Fuel Oxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Octane RatingFuel Blends Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers Filling Fuel Tank 50C 122F 40C 104F 30C 86F Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces Plastic Surfaces Repair Avoid Damage Painted Metal Surfaces Repair Removing Mower Removing Mower M97162 Installing Mower Installing Mower Engine TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Tractor Electrical Mower Troubleshooting Preparing Machine for Storage Storing MachineStoring Safely Preparing Engine For Storage Running engine dry of fuelAdd fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank Preparing Engine Removing Machine From Storage Engine Automatic-S2554 SpecificationsEngine Automatic-S2048 Tires Dimensions-Model S2048Dimensions-Model S2554 Mower Deck 48-inch Recommended Lubricants Warranty Limited Warranty for NEW Scotts Brand Products Warranty Tire Warranty Limited Engine Warranty Warranted Parts Consequential Warranty Coverage Limited Battery Warranty Warranty Code Warranty Period Index Grease Reverse Implement Option, Using Wheels, Adjusting Mower Wheels, Adjusting Mower Gage Page Scotts Service Literature Title Number Price Qty TotalPage Investment in Quality StepRefer to your operator’s manual Contact your dealer