Scotts S2546 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Operating Machine - Page 15
OPERATING MACHINE
Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment
This tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging
equipment such as a rear tiller, disk, blade or plow.
Using Front Weights
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.
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 heavy-duty straps, chains, or
cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down
and outward from tractor.
IMPORTANT: Avoid machine damage. This tractor
is NOT intended for use with ground engaging
equipment. Use of such equipment could result in
damage to transmission components.
c 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.