Scotts S2048 - Manual (Page 36)

Operating Mower - Page 32
OPERATING MOWER
10.Loosen two rear nuts (B) on front lift rod assembly
and turn two front nuts (C) clockwise to RAISE front of
mower deck or counterclockwise to LOWER front of
mower deck.
11.Tighten rear nuts (B) after adjustment is completed.
12.Check front-to-rear deck measurements and readjust
if necessary.
Engaging Mower
1. START engine.
Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.
2. Move throttle lever (A) to the FAST (
r
) position.
3. Lower mower to cutting height.
4. Pull PTO switch (B) up to ENGAGE mower.
NOTE: Any operating attachment and the engine
will stop as the REVERSE foot pedal is depressed
with attachment engaged.
5. Disengage PTO before shifting to REVERSE.
Disengaging Mower
Picture Note: Model S2554 shown for photo purposes.
Push PTO switch (A) down to DISENGAGE mower.
If you hit an object with mower while mowing, STOP
mower and engine immediately. Inspect mower for
damage.
IMPORTANT: Avoid machine damage. Operate
mower at HIGH IDLE/Mowing (
a
) when mowing or
after mower blades are engaged.
Machine may require 2-3 minutes warm-up period
before engaging the mower deck.
M88578
B
C
B
M97151
A
B
M97151
A