John Deere L2048 User Manual

Operator’s manual

OMGX20928 I1

GX20928

Scotts Lawn Tractors

L1742, L17.542, L2048 and L2548

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.

This manual is related to the following products:

L17.542 L1742 L2548

Table of contents

Document Outline

Introduction
- Thank You for Purchasing a Scotts Product
- Using Your Operator’s Manual
- Special Messages
- CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
Product Identification
- Record Identification Numbers
- Register Your Product and Warranty Online
Table of Contents
Safety
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- WARNING: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- DANGER - CAUTION: POISON
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE-THROWN OBJECTS
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
- WARNING
- Emission Control System Certification Label
- Emission Compliance Period
- Certification
- Operating Safely
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
  - HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
  - PROTECT CHILDREN:
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Towing Loads Safely
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Prevent Fires
- Tire Safety
- Handling Fuel Safely
  - Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable:
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Operator Station Controls
- Miscellaneous Controls
- Miscellaneous Accessories
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- Checking Mower Level
- Adjusting Mower Level
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing PTO Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using the Park Brake
  - Locking park brake:
  - Unlocking park brake:
- Using the Fuel Gauge
- Using the Service Reminder
- Starting the Engine
- Idling Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Using Headlights
  - Engine Off
  - Engine On
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
  - Travel Forward
  - Travel in Reverse
  - Emergency Stopping
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
  - Travel Forward
  - Travel in Reverse
  - Emergency Stopping
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Cruise Control (On Models 17.542, 2048 and 2548 Only)
  - Engage Cruise Control
  - Disengage Cruise Control
- Using Mower Lift Lever
  - Transporting or Getting On and Off Machine
  - Mowing
- Using Mower
- Pushing Machine
- Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Using Mulch Cover
  - Side Discharge
  - Mulching
- Using the Power Port (Models 2048 and 2548 Only)
- Using CargO Mount System
- Using Storage Accessories
- Using Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Mowing Tips
Replacement Parts
- Service Literature
- Parts
- Part Numbers
Service Intervals
- Servicing Your Machine
- Intervals
Service Lubrication
- Grease
  - The following greases are preferred:
- Lubricating Front Axle Pivot
- Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Spindles and Bearings
- Lubricating Seat
- Lubricating Pivot Points
Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
  - The following John Deere oils are preferred:
  - Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi...
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model 1742)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Model 17.542)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Models 2048 and 2548)
- Checking Spark Plug
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
Service Transmission
- Checking Transmission
Service Mower
- Installing or Removing Mower Drive Belt at Engine Drive Sheave (48 (3-in-1) Only)
- Removing Mower
- Installing Mower
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (42 (3 in 1))
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (48 (3 in 1))
- Adjusting Mower Belt Tension (42 (3 in 1) Only)
- Adjusting Spindle Brakes (42 (3 in 1) Only)
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades
  - Removing Mower Blades
  - Installing Mower Blades
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
Service Electrical
- Service the Battery Safely
- Removing and Installing the Battery
  - Removing
  - Installing
- Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- Using Booster Battery
- Replacing Headlight Bulb
- Replacing Fuse
Service Miscellaneous
- Filling Fuel Tank
- Removing and Installing Hood
  - Removing
  - Installing
- Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
- Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Troubleshooting
- Using Troubleshooting Chart
- Engine
- Electrical
- Tractor
- Mower
Storage
- Storing Safety
- Preparing Machine for Storage
- Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
  - Fuel:
  - Engine:
- Removing Machine From Storage
Assembly
- Charge and Connect Battery
- Check Tire Pressure
- Adjust Mower Level
- Check Machine Safety System
- Break-In Electric PTO Clutch (Models 2048 and 2548 Only)
Specifications
- Gear Model L1742
  - Gear Speed Range
- Automatic Model L17.542
- Automatic Models L2048 and L2548
- Electrical System (All Models)
- Capacities
  - Model 1742
  - Model 17.542, 2048 and 2548
- Dimensions (All Models)
- Tires
  - Models 1742 and 17.542
  - Models 2048 and 2548
- Mower Deck - 42 (3 in 1)
- Mower Deck - 48 (3 in 1)
- Recommended Lubricants
Warranty
- Limited Warranty For New Scotts Brand Products-U.S. Only
- Limited Warranty For New Scotts Brand Products
- John Deere, Federal and California Emission Control System Warranty (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
- Tire Warranty
- Limited Battery Warranty
Index
Notes
Quality Statement
- Please do not return this product to the store where you purchased it.
Service Record
- Record Service Dates