Operator`s manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Product Identification
- Table of Contents
- Safety
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- DANGER-WARNING: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- DANGER: POISON
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE-THROWN OBJECTS
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
- Emission Control System Certification Label
- Emission Compliance Period
- Certification
- Operating Safely
- Operate Mower Safely
- Parking Safely
- Checking Mowing Area
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Prevent Fires
- Tire Safety
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Operator Station Controls
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
- Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Mower Engagement Lever Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Park Brake
- Starting Engine
- Idling Engine
- Stopping Engine
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
- Using Cruise Control
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Mower Lift Lever
- Using Mower
- Mower Blade Selection
- Using Mower Deck Side Discharge (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment (42-Inch Mower Deck)
- Pushing Machine
- Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
- Using Wheel Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Mowing Tips
- Replacement Parts
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil (Gas)
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model S1642)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model S1742)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model 2046)
- Checking Spark Plugs
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Service Steering and Brakes
- Service Mower
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Assembly
- Warranty
- Index
- Notes
- Quality Statement
- Service Record
Quality Statement - 63
QUALITY STATEMENT
Quality Statement
Please do not return this tractor to the store
where you purchased it.
Your Scotts tractor, designed and built by John Deere, is
more than just a purchase, it’s an investment in quality.
That quality goes beyond our equipment to your dealer’s
parts and service support.
That’s why John Deere has initiated a process to handle
your questions or problems, should they arise. If you have
questions or problems with your new tractor, please follow
the steps below. To locate your nearest authorized Scotts
servicing dealer, please call toll free 1-877-864-2295.
Step 1
Refer to your operator’s manual
Step 2
Contact your dealer
Step 3
Call the Customer Communications Center
A. It has many illustrations and detailed information on the
safe and proper operation of your equipment.
C. It gives ordering information for parts catalogs, service
and technical manuals.
B. It gives troubleshooting procedures, and specification
information.
D. If your questions are not answered in the operator’s
manual, then go to Step 2.
A. Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer has the
responsibility, authority, and ability to answer questions,
resolve problems, and fulfill your parts and service needs.
C. If the parts and service people are unable to resolve your
problem, see the dealership manager or owner.
B. First, discuss your questions or problems with your
dealer’s trained parts and service staff.
D. If your questions or problems are not resolved by the
dealer, then go to Step 3.
A. Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer is the most efficient source in addressing any concern, but if you are not able to
resolve your problem after checking your operator’s manual and contacting your dealer, call the Customer
Communications Center.
B. For prompt, effective service, please have the following ready before you call:
• The name of the dealer with whom you’ve been working.
• Your equipment model number.
• Number of hours on machine (if applicable).
• Your 13-digit serial number which you recorded on the
inside front cover of this manual.
• If the problem is with an attachment, your attachment
identification number.
C. Then call 1-877-864-2295 and our advisor will work with your dealer to investigate your concern.