John Deere 2305 Tractor Operator Manual OMLVU23228

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 WARNING – LVU15089
4.4 WARNING – M76637
4.5 DANGER T146103
4.6 WARNING M117557
4.7 WARNING ROPS R141735
4.8 CAUTION – LVU801732
4.9 DANGER – LVU14509
4.10 DANGER / POISON
4.11 CAUTION
4.12 CAUTION iMatch
4.13 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 Controls
6.1 Operator Station Controls
6.2 Floor Panel Controls
7 Operating
7.1 Daily Operating Checklist
7.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
7.3 Adjusting Seat
7.4 Using Seat Belt
7.5 Using Mower Height Control Knob
7.6 Using Light Switch
7.7 Using Key Switch
7.8 Using Instrument Panel
7.9 Using Turn Signal Switch
7.10 Testing Safety Systems
7.11 Testing the Neutral Start Switch
7.12 Testing the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Switch
7.13 Testing the Seat Switch
7.14 Using Brake Pedal
7.15 Using Park Brake
7.16 Using Throttle
7.17 Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve
7.18 Starting the Engine
7.19 Cold Weather Starting Aids
7.20 Warming and Idling the Engine
7.21 Starting a Stalled Engine
7.22 Stopping Machine
7.23 Operating the Hydrostatic Transmission
7.24 Using Optional Cruise Control
7.25 Using Differential Lock (Traction Assist)
7.26 Using Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)
7.27 Using the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Safely
7.28 Checking PTO Driveshaft Length
7.29 Using Rear and Mid Power-Take-Off (PTO)
7.30 Using Rear Hitch
7.31 Using 3-Point Hitch
7.32 Using Optional iMatch? Quick-Attach Hitch System
7.33 Connecting Implement Hydraulic Hoses
7.34 Using Hydraulic Dual Selective Control Valve (SCV)
7.35 Using Selective Control Valve (SCV) Lock Lever
7.36 Locking Out Dual SCV Regen Function
7.37 Ballasting Machine
7.38 Transporting Machine on Trailer
7.39 Transporting Machine
7.40 Towing Loads
7.41 Using Safety Chain
8 Replacement Parts
8.1 Service Literature
8.2 Parts
8.3 Part Numbers
9 Service Intervals
9.1 Servicing Your Machine
9.2 As Needed
9.3 After First 10 Hours
9.4 Every 10 Hours or Daily
9.5 After First 50 Hours
9.6 Every 50 Hours
9.7 Every 200 Hours
9.8 Every 400 Hours
9.9 Every 600 Hours
9.10 Yearly
9.11 Every 1200 Hours
9.12 Every Two Years or 2000 Hours
10 Service Lubrication
10.1 Grease
10.2 Lubricating Machine Grease Fittings
10.3 Lubricating Hydraulic Selective Control Valve (SCV) Linkage
10.4 Lubricating 3-Point Hitch
11 Service Engine
11.1 Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
11.2 Avoid Fumes
11.3 Engine Oil
11.4 Checking Engine Speeds
11.5 Checking Engine Oil Level
11.6 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
11.7 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
11.8 Servicing Air Filter Elements
11.9 Checking Air Filter Intake Hoses and Clamps
11.10 Service Cooling System Safely
11.11 Recommended Engine Coolant
11.12 Servicing Cooling System
11.13 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
11.14 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Screen and Fins
11.15 Servicing the Alternator Belt
11.16 Checking and Cleaning Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl and Replacing Filter
11.17 Fuel Injection Pump
11.18 Fuel Injection Nozzles
11.19 Cleaning Front Grille Screens
12 Service Transmission
12.1 Gear Case Oil
12.2 Checking Front Axle Oil Level
12.3 Changing Front Axle Oil
12.4 Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
12.5 Checking Transmission Oil Level
12.6 Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
13 Service Electrical
13.1 Service the Battery Safely
13.2 Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
13.3 Removing and Installing Battery
13.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
13.5 Using Booster Battery
13.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
13.7 Replacing Taillight Bulb
13.8 Replacing Instrument Panel Light Bulb
13.9 Replacing Fuses
14 Service Miscellaneous
14.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
14.2 Filling Fuel Tank
14.3 Raising and Lowering Hood
14.4 Removing and Installing Front Grille
14.5 Checking Wheel Bolts and Hardware
14.6 Removing and Installing Wheels
14.7 Checking Tire Pressure
14.8 Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction
14.9 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
14.10 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
15 Troubleshooting
15.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
15.2 Engine
15.3 Electrical System
15.4 Machine
15.5 Brakes
15.6 Steering
16 Storage
16.1 Storing Safety
16.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
16.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
16.4 Removing Machine From Storage
17 Specifications
17.1 Engine
17.2 Drivetrain
17.3 Electrical System
17.4 Front Wheels and Tires
17.5 Rear Wheels and Tires
17.6 Front Tire Inflation Pressures (Maximum)
17.7 Rear Tire Inflation Pressures (Maximum)
17.8 Fluid Capacities
17.9 Ground Speeds
17.10 Dimensions
17.11 Weight
17.12 3-Point Hitch
17.13 Torque Values – Inch Fastener Hardware
17.14 Torque Values – Metric Hardware
18 Warranty
18.1 Product Warranty
18.2 John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
18.3 Tire Warranty
18.4 Limited Battery Warranty
19 Index
20 Notes
21 John Deere Quality Statement
21.1 John Deere Quality
22 Service Record
22.1 Record Service Dates