John Deere A3-T M-Gator Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMUC14277

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 Contents
3 Product Identification
3.1 Record Identification Numbers
4 Safety Labels
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding the Machine Safety Labels
4.3 WARNING
4.4 WARNING
4.5 WARNING
4.6 WARNING
4.7 CAUTION
4.8 CAUTION
4.9 Occupant Protective Structure Safety and Certification Label
5 Safety
5.1 Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
5.2 Operator Training Required
5.3 Operating Safely
5.4 Using a Spark Arrestor
5.5 Parking Safely
5.6 Protect Children/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
5.7 Avoid Excessive Speeds
5.8 Avoid Tipping
5.9 Use Seat Belts, Nets and Doors Properly
5.10 Keep Protective Structure Installed Properly
5.11 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.12 Before Driving
5.13 Transport Loads Safely
5.14 Using Front Attachments
5.15 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.16 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.17 Climbing or Descending a Hill or Slope
5.18 Driving Across Slopes
5.19 Riding Through Water
5.20 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.21 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.22 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.23 Prevent Fires
5.24 Do Not Modify Machine
5.25 Tire Safety
5.26 Handling Fuel Safely
5.27 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Machine Cleanout
6.1 Cleanout Areas
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 Testing Safety Systems
8.5 Testing Start and Alarm System
8.6 Using Seat Belt
8.7 Using Park Brake
8.8 Using Ignition Switch
8.9 Using Travel Controls
8.10 Using Headlights
8.11 Using Cab Heater
8.12 Using Blackout Function
8.13 Using Instrument Display
8.14 Using Instrument Display Arrow Keys
8.15 Using Oil Pressure and Battery Voltage Gauge
8.16 Using Accessory Outlet
8.17 Using Cab Dome Light and Windshield Wiper
8.18 Using Steering Wheel Lock Cable
8.19 Using Storage Areas
8.20 Starting the Engine
8.21 Stopping Engine
8.22 Emergency Stopping
8.23 Using Traction Assist
8.24 Using Four Wheel Drive
8.25 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
8.26 Loading Cargo Box
8.27 Emptying Cargo Box
8.28 Towing Loads
8.29 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
8.30 Transporting Machine
9 Replacement Parts
9.1 Service Literature
9.2 Parts
10 Service Intervals
10.1 Servicing Your Machine
10.2 Break In
10.3 Every 50 Hours or Annually
10.4 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
10.5 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
10.6 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
10.7 Every 1000 Hours
10.8 Every 1000 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
11 Service Lubrication
11.1 Grease
11.2 Lubricating Drive Line
12 Service Engine
12.1 Emissions Service Information
12.2 Avoid Fumes
12.3 Engine Oil
12.4 Checking Engine Oil Level
12.5 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
12.6 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
12.7 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
12.8 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
12.9 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
12.10 Servicing Sediment Bowl
12.11 Bleeding Fuel System
12.12 Servicing Fuel Injection Pump
12.13 Servicing Fuel Injection Nozzles
12.14 Cleaning Engine Compartment
12.15 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins
12.16 Checking Coolant Level
12.17 Service Cooling System Safely
12.18 Servicing Cooling System
12.19 Recommended Engine Coolant
12.20 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
12.21 Inspecting Alternator Belt
12.22 Checking Spark Arrestor
13 Service Transmission
13.1 Transaxle Oil
13.2 4WD Front Differential Oil
13.3 Checking 4WD Front Differential Oil Level
13.4 Changing 4WD Front Differential Oil
13.5 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
13.6 Changing Transaxle Oil
13.7 Inspecting Driveline CV Boots
13.8 Servicing Drive Belt
13.9 Checking Driven Clutch Rollers
13.10 Cleaning Primary Drive Clutch and Enclosure
14 Service Steering & Brakes
14.1 Brake Fluid
14.2 Checking Brake Fluid Level
14.3 Checking Brake Pads
14.4 Checking Park Brake Fluid
14.5 Checking Brake Lines
14.6 Adjusting Park Brake
15 Service Electrical
15.1 Electrical
15.2 Service the Battery Safely
15.3 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
15.4 Removing and Installing Battery
15.5 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
15.6 Using Booster Battery
15.7 Replacing Headlight Bulbs
15.8 Checking and Replacing Fuses
16 Service Miscellaneous
16.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
16.2 Filling Fuel Tank
16.3 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
16.4 Lifting Machine
16.5 Opening and Closing Hood
16.6 Removing and Installing Storage Tray
16.7 Inspecting Seat Belt
16.8 Checking Fuse Filaments
16.9 Checking and Adjusting Toe-In
16.10 Adjusting Suspension (Standard Shocks)
16.11 Cleaning Vehicle Surfaces
16.12 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16.13 Cleaning Plastic Hood and Body Panel Surfaces
16.14 Checking Windshield or Windscreen Regularly
17 Troubleshooting
17.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
17.2 Engine
17.3 Electrical
17.4 Brakes
18 Storage
18.1 Storing Safety
18.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
18.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
18.4 Removing Machine From Storage
19 Specifications
19.1 Engine Specifications
19.2 Drive Train
19.3 Electrical System
19.4 Fuel System
19.5 Fluid Capacities
19.6 Steering and Brakes
19.7 Tires
19.8 Dimensions
19.9 Weights and Capacities
19.10 Recommended Lubricants
20 Warranty
20.1 Product Warranty
20.2 EMISSION-RELATED WARRANTY STATEMENT OFF-ROAD UTILITY VEHICLE OVER 25 MPH
20.3 Tire Warranty
20.4 Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
21 John Deere Quality Statement
21.1 John Deere Quality
22 Service Record
22.1 Record Service Dates