Table of Content:
1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Using Your Operator?s Manual
1.3 Special Messages
1.4 Attachments for Your Machine
2 Product Identification
2.1 Record Identification Numbers
3 Table of Contents
4 Safety Labels
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
4.3 CAUTION R138426
4.4 WARNING ROPS R141735
4.5 WARNING – LVU18988
4.6 DANGER T146103
4.7 DANGER/POISON
4.8 DANGER – LVU14509
4.9 CAUTION – LVU801732
4.10 WARNING – LVU801032
4.11 WARNING – LVU15089
4.12 WARNING – M133504
4.13 EMC Compliance Label
4.14 Emission Control System Certification Label
5 Safety
5.1 Operator Training Required
5.2 Operating Safely
5.3 Using a Spark Arrestor
5.4 Parking Safely
5.5 Avoid Tipping
5.6 Prevent Machine Runaway
5.7 Use Seat Belt Properly
5.8 Keep ROPS Installed Properly
5.9 Keep Riders Off
5.10 Towing Loads Safely
5.11 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
5.12 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.13 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.14 Driving Safely on Public Roads
5.15 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.16 Avoid High Pressure Fluids
5.17 Prevent Fires
5.18 Tire Safety
5.19 Handling Fuel Safely
5.20 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Operating
6.1 Daily Operating Checklist
6.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
6.3 Operator Station Controls
6.4 Floor Panel Controls
6.5 Adjusting Seat
6.6 Using Seat Belt
6.7 Using Mower Height Control Knob
6.8 Using Light Switch
6.9 Using Key Switch
6.10 Using Instrument Panel
6.11 Using Turn Signal Switch
6.12 Testing Safety Systems
6.13 Testing the Neutral Start Switch
6.14 Testing the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Switch
6.15 Testing the Seat Switch
6.16 Using Brake Pedal
6.17 Using Park Brake
6.18 Using Throttle
6.19 Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve
6.20 Starting the Engine
6.21 Cold Weather Starting Aids
6.22 Warming and Idling the Engine
6.23 Starting a Stalled Engine
6.24 Stopping Machine
6.25 Operating the Hydrostatic Transmission
6.26 Using Optional Cruise Control
6.27 Using Differential Lock (Traction Assist)
6.28 Using Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)
6.29 Using the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Safely
6.30 Checking PTO Driveshaft Length
6.31 Using Rear and Mid Power-Take-Off (PTO)
6.32 Using Rear Hitch
6.33 Using 3-Point Hitch
6.34 Using Optional iMatch? Quick-Attach Hitch System
6.35 Connecting Implement Hydraulic Hoses
6.36 Using Hydraulic Dual Selective Control Valve (SCV)
6.37 Using Selective Control Valve (SCV) Lock Lever
6.38 Locking Out Dual SCV Regen Function
6.39 Ballasting Machine
6.40 Transporting Machine on Trailer
6.41 Transporting Machine
6.42 Towing Loads
6.43 Using Safety Chain
6.44 Raising and Lowering Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
7 Replacement Parts
7.1 Service Literature
7.2 Parts
7.3 Part Numbers
8 Service Intervals
8.1 Servicing Your Machine
8.2 As Needed
8.3 After First 10 Hours
8.4 Every 10 Hours or Daily
8.5 After First 50 Hours
8.6 Every 50 Hours
8.7 Every 200 Hours
8.8 Every 400 Hours
8.9 Every 600 Hours
8.10 Yearly
8.11 Every 1200 Hours
8.12 Every Two Years or 2000 Hours
9 Service Lubrication
9.1 Grease
9.2 Lubricating Machine Grease Fittings
9.3 Lubricating Hydraulic Selective Control Valve (SCV) Linkage
9.4 Lubricating 3-Point Hitch
10 Service Engine
10.1 Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
10.2 Avoid Fumes
10.3 Engine Oil
10.4 Checking Engine Speeds
10.5 Checking Engine Oil Level
10.6 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
10.7 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
10.8 Servicing Air Filter Elements
10.9 Checking Air Filter Intake Hoses and Clamps
10.10 Service Cooling System Safely
10.11 Recommended Engine Coolant
10.12 Servicing Cooling System
10.13 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
10.14 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Screen and Fins
10.15 Servicing the Alternator Belt
10.16 Checking and Cleaning Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl and Replacing Filter
10.17 Fuel Injection Pump
10.18 Fuel Injection Nozzles
10.19 Cleaning Front Grille Screens
11 Service Transmission
11.1 Gear Case Oil
11.2 Checking Front Axle Oil Level
11.3 Changing Front Axle Oil
11.4 Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
11.5 Checking Transmission Oil Level
11.6 Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
12 Service Electrical
12.1 Service the Battery Safely
12.2 Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
12.3 Removing and Installing Battery
12.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
12.5 Using Booster Battery
12.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
12.7 Replacing Taillight Bulb
12.8 Replacing Instrument Panel Light Bulb
12.9 Replacing Fuses
13 Service Miscellaneous
13.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
13.2 Filling Fuel Tank
13.3 Raising and Lowering Hood
13.4 Removing and Installing Front Grille
13.5 Checking Wheel Bolts and Hardware
13.6 Removing and Installing Wheels
13.7 Checking Tire Pressure
13.8 Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction
13.9 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
13.10 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
14 Troubleshooting
14.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
14.2 Engine
14.3 Electrical System
14.4 Machine
14.5 Brakes
14.6 Steering
15 Storage
15.1 Storing Safety
15.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
15.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
15.4 Removing Machine From Storage
16 Specifications
16.1 Engine
16.2 Drivetrain
16.3 Electrical System
16.4 Front Wheels and Tires
16.5 Rear Wheels and Tires
16.6 Front Tire Inflation Pressures (Maximum)
16.7 Rear Tire Inflation Pressures (Maximum)
16.8 Fluid Capacities
16.9 Ground Speeds
16.10 Dimensions
16.11 Weight
16.12 3-Point Hitch
16.13 Torque Values – Metric Hardware
16.14 Torque Values – Inch Fastener Hardware
17 Warranty
17.1 Product Warranty
17.2 John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
17.3 Tire Warranty
17.4 Limited Battery Warranty
18 Index
19 John Deere Quality Statement
19.1 John Deere Quality
20 Service Record
20.1 Record Service Dates
