Scotts S2048, S2554 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Operating Machine - Page 24
OPERATING MACHINE
Using Ground Engaging Equipment (Model
S2048 Only)
Tractor Model S2048 is not intended for use with ground
engaging equipment such as a disk, dirt blade or plow.
Using Front Weights
NOTE: Before installing wheel weights on your
machine, MAKE SURE that the tire valve stems are
facing the inside.
Install front wheel weights for better stability and
steering control when you use equipment such as the
rear-mounted grass bagger or dumpcart.
Remove front wheel weights when not required.
Using Rear Wheel Weights
Use of rear wheel weights is recommended when an
attachment, such as snowthrower or snow blade is
used.
IMPORTANT: Avoid machine damage. Your S2048
tractor is NOT intended for use with ground
engaging equipment except for a rear tiller. Use of
any other ground engaging equipment such as a
disk, dirt blade or plow could result in damage to
transmission components.
cCAUTION: Avoid injury resulting from tractor
instability.
Tractor front wheel weights improve stability
in most slope operation.
Add front wheel weights for better front-end
stability and steering when using a rear
mounted attachment or pulling a cart.
IMPORTANT: Avoid machine damage:
When adding weight to rear of tractor, use wheel
weights only.
34 kg (75 lbs.) MAX. each wheel.