Scotts S1642 - Manual (Page 19)

Operating Machine - 15
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.)
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
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 damage! This tractor is NOT
intended for use with ground engaging equipment.
Use of such equipment could result in damage to
transmission components.
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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.