Table of Content:
1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Using Your Operator’s Manual
1.3 Machine Use
1.4 Special Messages
2 Contents
3 Product Identification
3.1 Record Identification Numbers
4 Safety Labels
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
4.3 Avoid Injury From Explosion or Riders Falling Off
4.4 Young Drivers Increase Chance of Death
4.5 Rollover or Falling Off May Cause Death
4.6 Avoid Injury From Explosion
4.7 Drawbar Load
4.8 Prevent Equipment Fires
5 Safety
5.1 Operating Safely
5.2 Parking Safely
5.3 Protect Children/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
5.4 Avoid Excessive Speeds
5.5 Vibration
5.6 Avoid Tipping
5.7 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.8 Using Front Attachments
5.9 Transport Loads Safely
5.10 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.11 Before Driving
5.12 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.13 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
5.14 Driving Across Slopes
5.15 Riding Through Water
5.16 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.17 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.18 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.19 Prevent Fires
5.20 Do Not Modify Machine
5.21 Tire Safety
5.22 Handling Fuel Safely
5.23 Handle Agricultural Chemical Safely
5.24 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Machine Cleanout
6.1 Prevent Fires
7 Operating Controls
7.1 Operator Station Controls
8 Operating
8.1 Daily Operating Checklist
8.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
8.3 Using Hand Holds
8.4 Adjusting Standard Seat
8.5 Testing Safety Systems
8.6 Testing the Safety Start System
8.7 Raising and Lowering Occupant Protective Structure (OPS)
8.8 Using Park Brake
8.9 Using Ignition Switch
8.10 Using Headlights
8.11 Using and Checking Instrument Panel
8.12 Using Speedometer and Odometer
8.13 Using Accessory Outlet
8.14 Using Optional Turn Signal Switch
8.15 Using Optional Hazard Lights
8.16 Starting the Engine
8.17 Stopping Engine
8.18 Emergency Stopping
8.19 Using Travel Controls
8.20 Using Traction Assist (Differential Lock)
8.21 Using the Cargo Box
8.22 Loading the Cargo Box
8.23 Emptying Cargo Box
8.24 Towing Loads
8.25 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
8.26 Using Tire Chains
8.27 Transporting Vehicle
9 Replacement Parts
9.1 Service Literature
9.2 Parts
9.3 Part Numbers
10 Service Intervals
10.1 Servicing Your Machine
10.2 Break In
10.3 Break In
10.4 Every 50 Hours
10.5 Every 100 Hours
10.6 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
10.7 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months
10.8 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months
10.9 Every 1000 Hours
10.10 Every 1000 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
11 Service Lubrication
11.1 Grease
11.2 Chain Lubricant
11.3 Lubricating Front Spindles
11.4 Lubricating Drive Chain
11.5 Lubricating Transaxle Couplers
11.6 Lubricating Cargo Box Tailgate Strikers
12 Service Engine
12.1 Avoid Fumes
12.2 Engine Oil
12.3 Checking Engine Oil Level
12.4 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
12.5 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
12.6 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
12.7 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
12.8 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
12.9 Servicing Sediment Bowl
12.10 Bleeding Fuel System
12.11 Servicing Fuel Injection Pump
12.12 Cleaning Engine Compartment
12.13 Cleaning Frame Screen, Intake Louver and Radiator Screen
12.14 Checking Coolant Level
12.15 Service Cooling System Safely
12.16 Servicing Cooling System
12.17 Recommended Engine Coolant
12.18 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
13 Service Transmission
13.1 Transaxle Oil
13.2 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
13.3 Changing Transaxle Oil
13.4 Replacing Drive Belt
13.5 Checking Drive Chain Tension
13.6 Adjusting Drive Chain Tension
13.7 Checking Secondary Driven Clutch Buttons
14 Service Electrical
14.1 Service the Battery Safely
14.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
14.3 Removing and Installing Battery
14.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
14.5 Using Booster Battery
14.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
14.7 Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
14.8 Checking and Replacing Fuses
14.9 Servicing the Alternator Belt
15 Service Miscellaneous
15.1 Using Proper Fuel (A1-K)
15.2 Filling Fuel Tank
15.3 Lifting Machine
15.4 Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
15.5 Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
15.6 Removing and Installing Hood
15.7 Replacing Cargo Box Tailgate Bushings
15.8 Opening and Closing Service Access Panel
15.9 Remove and install Seat Base Panel
15.10 Cleaning and Repairing Cargo Box
15.11 Cleaning Plastic Hood and Body Panel Surfaces
15.12 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16 Troubleshooting
16.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
16.2 Engine
16.3 Electrical
16.4 Brakes
16.5 Cargo Box
17 Storage
17.1 Storing Safety
17.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
17.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
18 Specifications
18.1 Engine
18.2 Drive Train
18.3 Electrical System
18.4 Fuel System
18.5 Fluid Capacities
18.6 Steering and Brakes
18.7 Tires
18.8 Dimensions
18.9 Weights and Capacities
18.10 Recommended Lubricants
19 Warranty
19.1 Warranty
19.2 John Deere Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non Road Diesel under 25 hp)
19.3 Tire Warranty
19.4 Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
20 Service Statement
20.1 John Deere Parts
20.2 The Right Tools
20.3 Well Trained Technicians
20.4 Prompt Service
21 Service Record
21.1 Record Service Dates
22 Index