Scotts S1642, S1742, S2046 User Manual

Scotts Lawn Tractors

S1642, S1742, and S2046

OPERATOR’S MANU AL

OMGX10784 C0

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.

INTRODUCTION

Introduction

THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product.

Read this manual and your attachment manual thoroughly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it.

Product warranty is provided as part of John Deere’s support program for customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. The product warranty is explained on the warranty certificate you received from your dealer.

Measurements in this manual are metric units and their U.S. customary equivalents. RIGHT-HAND and LEFTHAND sides are determined by facing in the direction the machine will travel when going forward. When you see a broken line arrow (------>), it indicates the part it is pointing to is hidden.

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

Warning:

The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Introduction

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers

Scott’s Lawn Tractors S1642, S1742, and S2046

If you need to contact an Authorized Service Center for information on servicing, always provide the product model and serial number.

You will need to locate the identification number for the machine and for the engine. Record the information in the spaces provided below.

PIN (020001 - )

DATE OF PURCHASE: _________________________________________ DEALER NAME: _________________________________________ DEALER PHONE: _________________________________________

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (A), (under seat): __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

Model S1742 and S2046

Model S1642

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER (B), (on fan shroud): __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __

Product Identification

Assembly

Identify Parts

ASSEMBLY

A Operator’s Manual B Safety Video C Bag of Hardware DKey

Bag of Hardware:

• 2 - M8x16 Bolts - Battery

• 2 - M8x16 Nuts - Battery

Connect and Check Battery

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Prevent Battery

Explosions:

- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of battery. Battery gas can explode.

- Never check battery char ge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer.

- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This battery comes fully charged. If the mower is not used by the Service Expiration Date indicated on the battery, charge the battery. (See Charging the Battery in the Service - Electrical section.)

CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT attempt to

open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt to do so will void warranty and lead to possible injury.

NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (–) protective cap at this time.

1. Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protectiv e cap from the positive (+) battery terminal.

2. Connect RED positive (+) cable (A) to battery with 6mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut. Tighten securely. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion. Install the red terminal cover.

3. Remove and discard the BLA CK (–) protectiv e cap from the negative battery terminal.

4. Connect silver braided grounding cable (B) to the negative (–) terminal (C) with remaining 6 mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion.

42-Inch Mowers Only

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Never operate the

mower without the discharge chute guard in place.

• If tractor/mower deck is being set-up f or mulching, install mulch cover kit. (See Using Mower Deck Mulch Ready in the Operating Mower section.)

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• If tractor/mower deck is being set-up for side discharger or 2-bag bagger DO NOT install mulch cover kit. (See Using Mower Deck Side Discharge OR Using Mower Deck with Optional Equipment in the Operating Mower section.)

Checking Tire Pressure

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation

of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death:

ASSEMBLY

- Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

- Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or def orm the wheel.

- When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly.

- Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

1. Check tires for damage.

2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.

3. Add or remove air, if necessary:

Tire Size Pressure-kPa (psi)

Front: 15-Inch 97 kPa (14 psi) Rear: 20-Inch 69 kPa (10 psi)

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SAFETY SIGNS

M96445

Safety Signs

Safety-Alert Symbol

Read and recognize safety information. Be alert to the potential for personal injury when you see this safety-alert symbol.

On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

In this manual, the word CAUTION and this symbol call attention to safety messages.

• Avoid sudden turns

• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down

slowly

• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches) in place and working

• Read operator’s manual

• When leaving machine: –Stop engine –Set park brake –Remove key

DANGER/POISON

SHIELD EYES. EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR

INJURY.

• SPARKS

• FLAMES

• SMOKING

Machine Safety Labels

DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

M96445

• Do not mow when children or others are around

• Do not mow in reverse

SULFURIC ACID CAN CA USE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE BURNS

FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER. GET MEDICAL HELP FAST. MAINTENANCE-FREE KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NO T TIP.

DO NOT OPEN BATTERY!

• Look down and behind before and while backing

• Never carry children even with blades off

WARNING

AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

• Drive up and down slopes, not across

Picture Note: Located on Battery under seat

DANGER ROTATING BLADE

DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO

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SAFETY SIGNS

MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING

THROWN OBJECTS

BEFORE MOWING, CLEAR AREA OF OBJECTS THAT MAY BE THROWN BY BLADE

DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IN PLACE

M96445

Picture Note: Located on Right-Hand side of deck

authorized service centers. Contact your John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component questions.

The presence of an emissions label signifies that the engine has been certified with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB).

The emissions warranty applies only to those engines marketed by John Deere that have been certified by the EPA and/or CARB; and used in the United States and Canada in off-road mobile equipment.

Emission Compliance Period

If your engine has the emission compliance category listed on the emission control system certification or air index label, this indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been certified to meet EPA and/or CARB emission requirements. The following table provides the engine compliance period in hours associated with the category found on the certification label.

DANGER ROTATING BLADE

DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING

M96445

Picture Note: Located on Left-Hand side of deck

Agency Category Hours

EPA C 250 EPA B 500 EPA A 1000 CARB Moderate 125 CARB Intermediate 250 CARB Extended 500

Certification

Your mower has been certified by an independent laboratory for compliance with American National Standard B-71.1, “Safety Specifications” for Power Lawn Mowers, Lawn and Garden Tractors, and Lawn Tractors.

Emission Control System Certification Label

NOTE: Tampering with emission controls and components by unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or penalties. Emission controls and components can only be adjusted by EPA and/or CARB

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CONTROLS

Controls

Tractor Controls - Gear

Tractor Controls - Automatic

A - Throttle/Choke Control B - Foot Pedal - Brake/Clutch C - Reverse Implement Option Switch D - Attachment Lift Lever E - Locking Lever F - Transmission Shift Lever G - Park Brake H - PTO Drive Lever I - Ignition Switch

A - Choke Knob (S2046) B - Throttle/Choke Control (S1642 and S1742)

Throttle Control (S2046) C - Foot Pedal - Brake/Clutch/Return to Neutral D - Reverse Implement Option Switch E - Attachment Lift Lever F - Locking Lever G - Free Wheeling Knob H - Transmission Shift Lever (Hand Control Units

Only) Cruise Control Lever (Foot Control Units

Only) I - Park Brake J - Foot Pedal, Reverse (Foot Control Units Only) K - Foot Pedal, Forward (Foot Control Units Only) L - PTO Drive Lever M - Ignition Switch

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OPERATING MACHINE

Operating Machine

Operate Safely

• In addition to reading your Operator’s Man ual, vie w y our Mowing Safety Video.

• Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary.

• Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.

• Clear work area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

• If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order.

• DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is running.

• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.

• Be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing

roadways.

• Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.

• Older adults are involved in a large percentage of riding mower accidents involving injury. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate a mower safely enough to protect the operator and others from serious injury.

Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents

PROTECT CHILDREN:

• Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay alert to the presence of children.

• Keep children in the house when you are operating the machine.

• Turn machine off if a child enters the mowing area.

• Use extra care when y ou come to b lind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may block your vision.

• DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate the machine.

• DO NOT carry or let children ride on machine or any attachment even with the blades off. DO NOT tow children in a cart or trailer.

HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:

• Be alert at all times, drive forward carefully. People especially children can move quickly into the mowing area before you know it.

• Back carefully. Disengage mower blades and look behind the machine carefully, especially for children, before you back up.

• DO NOT mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary.

• Disengage mower blades when you are not mowing.

Park Safely

• Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.

• Disengage mower blades.

• Lower attachments to the ground.

• Engage park brake.

• STOP engine.

• Remove key.

• Before you lea ve the operator’s seat, wait for engine and

all moving parts to STOP.

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• DO NOT operate machine if y ou are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

OPERATING MACHINE

Avoid Tipping

• DO NOT drive where machine could slip or tip.

• Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards in the

terrain.

• Keep away from drop-offs.

• Slow down before you make a sharp turn or operate on

a slope.

• When pulling loads or using heavy equipment, use only approved hitches, limit loads to those you can safely control, and use counterweights or wheel weights when required per this manual or your attachment manual.

• Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

Wear Appropriate Clothing

• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job.

• Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing, wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.

• Drive up and down a hill—not across. Be careful when you change direction on a slope.

• DO NOT stop when going up hill or do wn hill. If machine stops going up hill, DISENGAGE mower blades and back down slowly.

• DO NOT mow wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

• DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting y our foot on the ground.

Keep Riders Off

Transport Safely

• Use safety lights and devices. Slow moving machines when driven on public roads are hard to see, especially at night. Avoid personal injury or death resulting from a collision with a vehicle.

• Whenever driving on public roads, use flashing warning lights and turn signals according to local regulations. Extra flashing warning lights may need to be installed.

• Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

• Riders on the machine or attachment may be struck by

foreign objects or thrown off the machine causing serious injury.

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Adjusting Seat

1. Pivot seat forward on its mounting bracket.

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M96454

Picture Note: Model with capscrew adjuster used for illustration.

2. Loosen two cap screws (A) two turns.

3. Slide forward or rearward on mounting bracket to desired position.

4. Tighten cap screws or knobs.

5. Lower seat.

Using Slide Adjuster (S2046)

1. Pivot seat forward on its mounting bracket.

2. Pull pin (B) and rotate pin to the locked position.

3. Slide seat forward or rearward to desired position.

4. Release pin, make sure pin engages in hole in frame.

Using the Park Brake

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Always LOCK park

brake before getting off tractor or leaving tractor unattended.

1. Push and hold foot pedal (A) all the way down.

2. Move park brake le v er (B) f orward, then to the left to loc k position.

3. Remove foot from pedal. Pedal should not return to the up position.

UNLOCKING PARK BRAKE

1. Push and hold foot pedal (A) all the way down.

2. Move park brake lever (B) to the right, then to the rear.

3. Remove foot from pedal. Pedal should return to the up position.

Starting Engine

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Start engine ONLY

outdoors or in a well ventilated place. Exhaust fumes are dangerous.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not operate starter more than 20 seconds at a time, or you may damage it. If engine does not start: Wait two minutes before you try again. See Troubleshooting section.

LOCKING PARK BRAKE:

NOTE: Engine will not start unless: PTO lever is DISENGAGED, park brake is LOCKED or brake/clutch pedal is pushed down. On GEAR model: The transmission shift lever should be in N (NEUTRAL) position.

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OPERATING MACHINE

M96455

Using Throttle Control

Always operate the engine at FULL (r)THROTTLE. Operating the engine at less that full throttle reduces the

battery charging rate and reduces fan cooling efficiency of the engine.

Gear units

(NEUTRAL) position.

Automatic units

lever to N (NEUTRAL) position. If equipped with foot pedal controls, do not depress either pedal.

2. Lock the park brake (B).

3. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward (OFF) position.

4. To start the engine:

• S1642 and S1742 - Place the throttle lever (D) in the CHOKE ( smoothly, lower the throttle lever in small steps, allowing the engine to accept changes in speed and load, until the throttle lever is in the FAST (

- Move transmission shift lever (A) to N

- If equipped with shift lever, move shift

) position. As the engine begins to run

) position.

Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance.

Cold Weather Starting Tips

Always use fresh winter grade fuel. Do not crank engine for more than 30 seconds in an y single

attempt. During first minute of operation engine may be operated in

partial choke to allow smoother running. As engine warms slowly reduce engine speed to the full throttle detent position.

On Automatic Transmission

Allow engine to run for a f ew minutes bef ore using tractor to allow automatic transmission oil to warm. Sluggish transmission response in cold weather indicates that oil has not warmed to allow optimum performance.

Warming and Idling Engine

WARMING ENGINE:

• Run Engine at half speed for 2–3 minutes. IDLING ENGINE:

• S2046 - Place the throttle lever (D) the FAST ( position and pull out choke knob (E). As the engine begins to run smoothly , push the choke knob in until fully seated.

5. Turn ignition key (F) to start position to crank the engine. Crank engine until it starts, but no longer than 5 seconds.

6. If engine starts, release key to run position. If engine does not start, release key to run position and wait 10 seconds before cranking the engine again.

7. Let engine run for a couple of minutes to warm-up before operating tractor.

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• Engine is air-cooled and needs a large volume of air to keep cool. Keep air intake screen (A) on top of engine clean.

• Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

Stopping Engine

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1. Push down on foot pedal (A).

Gear units

(NEUTRAL) position.

Automatic units

lever to N (NEUTRAL) position. If equipped with foot pedal controls, release either pedal and unit will automatically return to neutral. If cruise control is engaged, move lever to OFF position.

3. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward (OFF) position.

4. Move throttle lever (D) to SLOW (t) position. Let engine run at low throttle a few seconds.

5. Turn key (E) to OFF position.

6. Remove key.

7. LOCK the park brake.

- Move transmission shift lever (B) to N

- If equipped with shift lever, move shift

1. Push foot pedal (A) all the way forward to the BRAKE position.

2. Move shift lever (B) to the right and forward to desired FORWARD position.

3. Slowly release foot pedal to engage machine drive. TO TRAVEL IN REVERSE:

NOTE: The engine and mower will stop as the shift lever is moved to the R (REVERSE) position with mower engaged.

1. Push foot pedal (A) all the way down to STOP tractor.

2. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward (OFF) position.

3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders nearby.

4. Move shift lever (B) to the right and rearward to the R (REVERSE) position.

5. Release foot pedal slowly.

Using Travel Controls - Gear

CAUTION: Avoid injury!

• Before moving forwar d or rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially c hildren.

• Disengage mower or attachment before backing up.

TO TRAVEL FORWARD:

FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING:

1. Push foot pedal (A) fully to stop machine.

Using Travel Controls - Automatic

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OPERATING MACHINE

CAUTION: Avoid injury!

• Before moving forward or rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially children.

• Disengage mower or attachment before backing up.

To Travel Forward:

Units with Shift Lever (A)

lever (A) re ward into the R (REVERSE) position. The speed of the tractor is determined by how far forward the shift lever is moved.

Units with Foot Controls (C)

The speed of the tractor is determined by how f ar do wn the pedal is pressed.

2. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward (OFF) position.

3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders nearby.

FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING:

Units with Shift Lever (A)

(E). Transmission shift lever (A) will automatically return to NEUTRAL position and brakes will be applied.

Units with Foot Controls (C)

move lever to OFF position. Release either pedal (B or C) and unit will automatically return to neutral and STOP. Push down on brake/clutch pedal (E). Brakes will be applied to assist in stopping.

- Move transmission shift

- Depress reverse pedal (C).

- Push down on foot pedal

- If cruise control is engaged,

Units with Shift Lever (A)

lever (A) to the right and forw ard. The speed of the tractor is determined by how far forward the shift lever is moved.

Units with Foot Controls (B)

The speed of the tractor is determined by how f ar do wn the pedal is pressed.

TO TRAVEL IN REVERSE:

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To prevent transmission damage, stop tractor movement before changing direction of travel.

When cruise control is not in use, hand lever should be returned manually, all the way rearward to OFF position. Otherwise, hand lever will restrict travel of reverse pedal linkage and reverse speed of tractor will be too slow.

- Move transmission shift

- Depress forward pedal (B).

Using Cruise Control

CAUTION: Avoid injury! DO NOT use cruise

control when going down hills. Tractor speed will increase. Operate tractor in a large, open area to learn how the cruise control works

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! When cruise control is not in use, hand lever should be returned manually, all the way rearward to OFF position. Otherwise, hand lever will restrict travel of rever se pedal linkage and reverse speed of tractor will be too slow.

Use cruise control when you want to maintain travel speed without having to hold the forward travel pedal down. Cruise control operates only for forward travel.

NOTE: The engine and mower will stop as the drive lever is moved to the R (REVERSE) position with mower engaged.

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OPERATING MACHINE

ENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL:

1. Stop the machine FORWARD travel with mower engaged. On foot control models, be sure cruise control lever is all the way rearward in the OFF position.

2. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders.

1. Start with the cruise control lever (A) in the OFF position.

” position the

2. Move cruise control lever f orward, at the” tractor will begin to move forward.

3. Continue to move cruise control lev er f orward toward the

“

” position and the tractor will increase in speed.

4. Move cruise control lever to the desired speed and release lever.

DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL:

NOTE: Depressing brake/clutch pedal (B) will return cruise control lever to the OFF position.

1. Move the cruise control lever to the OFF position.

Using Reverse Implement Option

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before moving forward

or rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially children.

3. Push and hold in the reverse implement swit ch (A) while:

• Automatic - move drive lever to the rear or press reverse pedal.

• Gear - move the gear shift le v er to the R (REVERSE) position.

NOTE: If the engine and mower stop while repositioning the machine, return mower engagement lever to the OFF position and restart the machine. (See Starting The Engine in this section.) Begin again with Step 2.

4. As the machine begins to move rearward, release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine.

5. Resume FORWARD travel. The mower should continue operating.

6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition the machine again.

NOTE: Operating the mower while backing up is strongly discouraged. The Reverse Implement Option should be used ONLY when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.

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OPERATING MACHINE

Pushing Machine

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Avoid transmission damage, DO NOT tow machine.

To move machine when engine is STOPPED:

Testing Safety Systems

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes

can cause sickness or death. If it is necessary to run an engine in an

enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes fr om the area with an exhaust pipe extension.

If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension,

open the doors and get outside air into the area.

Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal operation of machine.

If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, DO NOT operate machine. (See your Authorized Service Center for service.)

Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep bystanders away .

NOTE: Your Lawn Tractor is equipped with a ELECTRONIC SAFETY INTERLOCK. Engine will not start unless: PTO lever is DISENGA GED. Brake pedal is depressed OR parking brake is set.

• Unlock the park brake (A).

• GEAR MODEL: Put transmission shift lever (B) in N

(Neutral).

• AUTOMATIC MODEL: Pull out on free-wheeling lever (C).

• Push machine to desired location.

NOTE: AUTOMATIC MODEL: Push free-wheeling lever (C) IN before operating tractor.

Daily Operating Checklist

• Test safety systems.

• Check tire pressure.

• Check fuel level.

• Check engine oil level.

• Remove grass and debris from machine.

Test 1

1. Operator on seat.

2. Unlock the park brake.

3. Pull PTO lever (A) back to DISENGAGE.

4. Try to start engine.

5. Engine MUST NOT start. If engine starts, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

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Test 2

1. Operator on seat.

2. Lock the park brake.

3. Push PTO lever (A) forward to ENGAGE.

4. Try to start engine.

5. Engine MUST NOT start. If engine starts, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

Test 4

1. Operator on seat.

2. Push brake pedal down.

Test 3

1. Operator on seat.

2. Lock the park brake.

3. Pull PTO lever (A) back to DISENGAGE.

4. Start engine and move throttle lever (B) to HALFSPEED (

5. Push PTO lever (A) forward to ENGAGE.

6. Move throttle lever to FAST (

) position.

) speed position.

3. Pull PTO lever (A) back to DISENGAGE.

4. Put transmission shift lever (B) in N (NEUTRAL) position.

5. Start engine and move throttle lever (C) to FAST ( speed position.

6. Release brake slowly.

7. Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.

8. Engine will begin to stop. If engine does not begin to stop, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

Test 5

1. Operator on seat.

2. Lock the park brake.

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7. Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.

8. Engine will begin to stop. If engine does not begin to stop, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

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OPERATING MACHINE

3. Pull PTO lever (A) back to DISENGAGE.

4. Start engine and move throttle lever (B) to FAST ( speed position.

5. Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.

6. Engine MUST remain running. If engine does stop, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

Test 6

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! On Automatic Transmission Models: Do Not operate tractor or start engine with the free-wheeling lever (C) out or transmission damage may occur.

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1. Lock the park brake (A).

2. On Gear Models: Put transmission shift lever (B) in N (Neutral).

On Automatic Models: Pull out free- wheeling lever (C) to unlock.

3. Try to push machine manually.

4. Park brake MUST prevent machine from moving. If machine moves, parking brake needs to be adjusted. (See your Authorized Service Center.)

5. On Automatic Models: Push free-wheeling lever back in.

Test 7

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before moving

rearward, make sure area is clear of bystanders, especially children.

Test Reverse Implement Option:

1. Start engine.

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OPERATING MACHINE

2. Push PTO lever (A) forward to ENGAGE.

3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders.

4. Begin REVERSE travel by moving the drive lever or reverse pedal for Automatic Model or gear shift lever for Gear Model to R (REVERSE) position.

Mower and engine should stop operation. If mower or engine continues to operate as tractor begins travel in REVERSE, do not continue to operate mower. (See your Authorized Service Center for service.)

Using Front Weights

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Tractor front wheel

weights improve stability in most slope operation. To avoid injury, add front wheel weights for better front-end stability and steering when using a rear mounted attachment.

Install front wheel weights, two required, for better stability and steering control when you use equipment such as the rear-mounted grass bagger or dumpcart.

See your Authorized Service Center for Front Weights. Remove front wheel weights when not required.

Using Rear Wheel Weights

Use of rear wheel weights is recommended for improved traction when an attachment, such as snowthrower or blade is used.

See your Authorized Service Center for Rear Weights.

Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces

• DO NOT wipe plastic parts unless rinsed first. (See Correct Cleaning Care in Service-Miscellaneous section.)

• Insect repellent spray may damage plastic and painted surfaces. Do not spray insect repellent near machine.

• Be careful not to spill fuel on machine. Fuel may damage surface. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.

Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! This tractor is NOT intended for use with ground engaging equipment. Use of such equipment could result in damage to transmission components.

This tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging equipment such as a rear tiller, disk, blade or plow.

Using Tire Chains

Tire chains are recommended for use with snowthrower and, under certain conditions, the front blade.

See your Authorized Service Center for Tire Chains.

Transporting

Do not tow machine. Use a heavy-duty trailer to transport your machine. Raise mower deck to highest position when transporting to

trailer. Disengage PTO. 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 hea vy-duty str aps, chains , or

cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from tractor.

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OPERATING MOWER

BAB

Operating Mower

Operate Mower Safely

• In addition to reading your Operator’s Man ual, vie w y our Mowing Safety Video.

Check Ground Conditions

• Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area.

• Study mowing area. Set up safe mowing pattern. Do not mow under conditions where traction or stability is doubtful.

when engine is running.

• DISENGAGE PTO le ver to stop mo wer blades when y ou are not using mower.

Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower

1. Push down on lift lev er (A) slightly and hold loc king le v er (B) down with thumb.

2. Move lift lever (A) DOWN to LOWER mower or UP to RAISE mower.

• First, test drive area with PTO lever DISENGAGED and mower lowered. Slow down when you travel over rough ground.

Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades

Before you dismount to unplug or adjust mower:

• DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades.

• STOP the engine.

3. Release locking lever lock (B) to keep lift lever (A) in position.

Adjusting Cutting Height

Cutting height can be adjusted from 38 – 102 mm (1-1/2 – 4 in).

Check tractor tire pressure. (See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section.)

To adjust cutting height:

• LOCK the park brake.

• Remove key.

• Wait for mower blades to STOP.

• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck

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1. Push down on lift lev er (A) slightly and hold loc king le v er (B) down with thumb.

2. Move lift lever (A) to desired cutting height.

3. Release locking lev er (B) to k eep lift le ver (A) in position.

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4. Adjust gage wheels to match cut height desired. (See Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels below.)

Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust gage

wheels: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Mower gage wheels must not ride on ground to support mower weight. Adjust gage wheels each time you change cutting height.

1. Check tractor tire pressure. Inflate tires to the correct pressure. (See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section.)

2. Raise mower lift lever to TRANSPORT (upper) position and adjust cutting height. (See Adjusting Cutting Height in this section.)

Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust

mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.

Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades.

Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

NOTE: A deck leveling gauge (P art Number TY15272) to aid in deck leveling ma y be obtained through y our local Authorized Service Center at a nominal cost.

1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface.

2. Stop engine and remove key.

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

4. Adjust cutting height to middle position.

3. Remove bolt (A), bushing (B), washer (C), and nut (D).

4. Move lift lever down to desired MOWING position.

5. Move mower gage wheels, one on each side, to one of four holes for desired position. On 46-Inch Mower Deck, move front and rear gage wheels.

6. Bottom of gage wheels should be approximately 6-13 mm (1/4-1/2 in) from the ground when properly adjusted.

7. Install bolt and tighten with nut.

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5. Turn left blade parallel to tractor axle. Hold drive belt and turn right blade parallel to axle.

6. Measure from each outside blade tip (A) to the level

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surface. The difference between measurements must not be more than 3 mm (1/8 in).

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7. Loosen top clamping nut (C) facing inside of mower, on left hand side J-bolt (B), approximately one turn.

8. Loosen upper adjusting nut (D).

9. Raise or lower left side of deck.

• To raise: Turn lower adjusting nut (E) towards rear of tractor.

• To lower: T urn lower adjusting nut (E) to wards front of tractor.

10.Tighten upper adjusting nut.

11.Tighten clamping nut.

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

4. Turn blades so front blade tips (A) point straight forward.

5. Measure from the front of each blade tip to the level surface. The front blade tips must be lower than rear blade tips or blades will cut grass twice and grass tips will turn brown.

6–9 mm (1/4–3/8 in.)

Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust

mower: STOP engine, remove key, and wait for blades to STOP.

Be careful, sharp edges on mower blades.

Always wear gloves when handling mower blades.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Make sure each front draft rod is equally tensioned. The installed rods should exhibit identical amounts of movement between left and right rods. If one rod moves more freely than the other, the adjustment nut should be tightened until the movement of the assembly matches that of the other side.

1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface.

2. Stop engine and remove key.

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

6. Turn nuts (B) on front draft rods (C) equally until adjustment is correct. Turn nut clockwise to RAISE front of mower deck or counterclockwise to LO WER front of mo wer deck.

7. Check front-to-rear deck measurements and readjust if necessary.

Engaging and Disengaging Mower

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operate engine at maximum speed when mowing or after mower blade is engaged.

Machine may require 2–3 minutes warm-up period before engaging the mower deck.

Engaging Mower

1. START engine.

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