John Deere Diesel M-GATOR A1 Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM159412

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 M159421
4.4 WARNING M155337
4.5 WARNING M117554
4.6 DANGER M128699
4.7 WARNING M150930
4.8 Warning M159458
4.9 Caution M159458
4.10 Caution M139658
4.11 Emission Control System Certification Label
4.12 Warning M159705
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 and Prevent Accidents
5.7 Avoid Excessive Speeds
5.8 Avoid Tipping
5.9 Use Seat Belt Properly
5.10 Keep Occupant Protective System (OPS) Installed Properly
5.11 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.12 Before Driving
5.13 Transport Loads Safely
5.14 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.15 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.16 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
5.17 Driving Across Slopes
5.18 Riding Through Water
5.19 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.20 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.21 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.22 Prevent Fires
5.23 Do Not Modify Machine
5.24 Tire Safety
5.25 Handling Fuel Safely
5.26 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Operating Controls
6.1 Operator Station Controls
7 Operating
7.1 Daily Operating Checklist
7.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
7.3 Using Hand Holds
7.4 Adjusting Standard Seat
7.5 Testing Safety Systems
7.6 Testing the Safety Start System
7.7 Using the Seat Belts
7.8 Raising and Lowering Occupant Protective Structure (OPS)
7.9 Using Park Brake
7.10 Using Ignition Switch
7.11 Using Headlights
7.12 Using Deluxe Garrison Lights (Optional)
7.13 Using Black Out Lights (Optional US military only)
7.14 Using and Checking Instrument Panel
7.15 Using Accessory Outlet
7.16 Using Steering Wheel Lock Cable
7.17 Starting the Engine
7.18 Stopping Engine
7.19 Using Travel Controls
7.20 Using Traction Assist (Differential Lock)
7.21 Raising and Lowering Cargo Box Using Power Lift
7.22 Transporting Litters or Stretchers on Cargo Box or Front Carrier (Emergency Use Only)
7.23 Operating the Tailgate
7.24 Lowering Cargo Box Side Panels
7.25 Using Cargo Box Tie-Down Rings
7.26 Using Sling Load Portal® Rings
7.27 Using Pintle Hitch
7.28 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
7.29 Loading Cargo Box
7.30 Emptying Cargo Box
7.31 Towing Loads
7.32 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
7.33 Tire Chains
7.34 Transporting Vehicle
8 Replacement Parts
8.1 Service Literature
8.2 Parts
8.3 Part Numbers
9 Service Intervals
9.1 Servicing Your Machine
9.2 Daily
9.3 Break In
9.4 Every 50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.5 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.6 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
9.7 Every 1000 Hours
9.8 Every 1000 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
10 Service Lubrication
10.1 Grease
10.2 Chain Lubricant
10.3 Lubricating Front King Pins
10.4 Lubricating Drive Chain
10.5 Lubricating Transaxle Couplers
11 Service Engine
11.1 Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
11.2 Avoid Fumes
11.3 Engine Oil
11.4 Checking Engine Oil Level
11.5 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
11.6 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
11.7 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
11.8 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
11.9 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
11.10 Servicing Sediment Bowl
11.11 Bleeding Fuel System
11.12 Servicing Fuel Injection Pump
11.13 Cleaning Engine Compartment
11.14 Cleaning Frame Screen and Intake Louvers
11.15 Checking Coolant Level
11.16 Service Cooling System Safely
11.17 Servicing Cooling System
11.18 Recommended Engine Coolant
11.19 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
11.20 Checking Spark Arrestor
12 Service Transmission
12.1 Transaxle Oil
12.2 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
12.3 Changing Transaxle Oil
12.4 Checking Drive Belt
12.5 Replacing Drive Belt
12.6 Checking Drive Chain Tension
12.7 Adjusting Drive Chain Tension
12.8 Checking Secondary Driven Clutch Buttons
13 Service Electrical
13.1 Service the Battery Safely
13.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
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 Instrument Panel Bulbs
13.8 Checking and Replacing Fuses
13.9 Servicing the Alternator Belt
14 Service Miscellaneous
14.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
14.2 Filling Fuel Tank
14.3 Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
14.4 Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
14.5 Removing and Installing Hood
14.6 Opening and Closing Service Access Panel
14.7 Remove and install Seat Base Panel
14.8 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
14.9 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
15 Troubleshooting
15.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
15.2 Engine
15.3 Electrical
15.4 Brakes
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 Assembly
17.1 Prepare Vehicle For Assembly
17.2 Remove Shipping Wrap
17.3 Check Tire Pressure and Condition
17.4 Install Front Wheels and Tires (Heavy Duty)
17.5 Install Front Extended Mobility Technology Tires (EMT)
17.6 Install Belt and Chain Shield
17.7 Install Rear Wheels and Tires
17.8 Lubricating Front King Pins
17.9 Install Steering Wheel
17.10 Install Power Lift Kit
17.11 Check Battery Voltage
17.12 Install Battery Wiring
17.13 Install Pintle Hitch
17.14 Install Bumper and Brush Guard
17.15 Install Seats
17.16 Adjust Seats
17.17 Install Cargo Box
17.18 Install Fire Extinguisher
17.19 Check Fluid Levels
17.20 Prepare Fuel System
17.21 Clean and Polish Plastic Hood and Fenders
18 Specifications
18.1 Engine Specifications
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 Recommended Lubricants
19 Warranty
19.1 Product Warranty
19.2 John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
19.3 Tire Warranty
19.4 Limited Battery Warranty
20 Index
21 Notes
22 John Deere Quality Statement
22.1 John Deere Quality
23 Service Record
23.1 Record Service Dates