Scotts S2546 - Manual (Page 19)

Operating Mower - Page 16
OPERATING MOWER
Operating Mower
Operate Mower Safely
• In addition to reading your Operator’s Manual, view your
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.
• 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.
• LOCK the park brake.
• Remove key.
• Wait for mower blades to STOP.
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck
when engine is running.
• DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades when you
are not using mower.
Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower
1. Push down on lift lever (A) slightly and hold locking lever
(B) down with thumb.
2. Move lift lever (A) DOWN to LOWER mower or UP to
RAISE mower.
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:
1. Push down on lift lever (A) slightly and hold locking lever
(B) down with thumb.
2. Move lift lever (A) to desired cutting height.
3. Release locking lever (B) to keep lift lever (A) in position.
4. Adjust gage wheels to match cut height desired. (See
Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels below.)
A
B
A
B