John Deere TS Gator Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM176126

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 Text
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
4.3 WARNING
4.4 WARNING
4.5 CAUTION
4.6 WARNING
4.7 CAUTION
4.8 WARNING
4.9 CAUTION
5 Safety Labels No-Text
5.1 Safety Label Location
5.2 Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
5.3 Help Prevent Injury When Dumping Loads
5.4 Avoid Injury From Explosion or Riders Falling Off
5.5 Prevent Equipment Fires
5.6 Young Drivers Increase Chance of Death
5.7 Rollover or Falling Off May Cause Death
5.8 Hot Surfaces
5.9 Drawbar Load
6 Safety
6.1 Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
6.2 Operator Training Required
6.3 Operating Safely
6.4 Using a Spark Arrestor
6.5 Parking Safely
6.6 Protect Children/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
6.7 Avoid Excessive Speeds
6.8 Avoid Tipping
6.9 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
6.10 Using Front Attachments
6.11 Transport Loads Safely
6.12 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
6.13 Before Driving
6.14 Driving On Rough Terrain
6.15 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
6.16 Driving Across Slopes
6.17 Riding Through Water
6.18 Checking Wheel Hardware
6.19 Wear Appropriate Clothing
6.20 Practice Safe Maintenance
6.21 Prevent Fires
6.22 Do Not Modify Machine
6.23 Tire Safety
6.24 Handling Fuel Safely
6.25 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6.26 Use Electronic Display Properly
7 Machine Cleanout
7.1 Cleanout Areas
8 Operating Controls
8.1 Operator Station Controls
9 Operating
9.1 Daily Operating Checklist
9.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
9.3 Using Hand Holds
9.4 Adjusting Standard Seat
9.5 Adjusting Driver Seat With Optional Lever System
9.6 Testing Safety Systems
9.7 Testing the Safety Start System
9.8 Using Park Brake
9.9 Using Key Switch
9.10 Using Headlights
9.11 Using Instrument Panel
9.12 Using Accessory Outlet
9.13 Using Optional Turn Signal Switch
9.14 Using Optional Hazard Lights
9.15 Starting the Engine
9.16 Stopping Engine
9.17 Emergency Stopping
9.18 Using Travel Controls
9.19 Using Traction Assist (Differential Lock)
9.20 Using the Cargo Box
9.21 Loading the Cargo Box
9.22 Emptying Cargo Box
9.23 Towing Loads
9.24 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
9.25 Using Tire Chains
9.26 Transporting Machine
10 Replacement Parts
10.1 Service Literature
10.2 Parts
11 Service Intervals
11.1 Servicing Your Machine
11.2 Break In
11.3 Every 50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
11.4 Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
11.5 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
11.6 Every 200 Hours
11.7 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months
12 Service Lubrication
12.1 Grease
12.2 Chain Lubricant
12.3 Lubricating Front Spindles
12.4 Lubricating Transaxle Couplers
13 Service Engine
13.1 Emissions Service Information
13.2 Avoid Fumes
13.3 Engine Oil
13.4 Checking Engine Oil Level
13.5 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
13.6 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
13.7 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
13.8 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
13.9 Checking Spark Plug
13.10 Replacing Fuel Filter
13.11 Adjusting Carburetor
13.12 Cleaning Engine Compartment
13.13 Cleaning Frame Screen
13.14 Checking Spark Arrestor
14 Service Transmission
14.1 Transaxle Oil
14.2 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
14.3 Changing Transaxle Oil
14.4 Replacing Drive Belt
14.5 Checking Secondary Driven Clutch Buttons
15 Service Steering & Brakes
15.1 Adjusting Park Brake
16 Service Electrical
16.1 Electrical
16.2 Service the Battery Safely
16.3 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
16.4 Removing and Installing Battery
16.5 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
16.6 Using Booster Battery
16.7 Replacing Headlight Bulb
16.8 Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
16.9 Checking and Replacing Fuses
16.10 High Capacity Alternator Recommendations
17 Service Miscellaneous
17.1 Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
17.2 Filling Fuel Tank
17.3 Lifting Machine
17.4 Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
17.5 Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
17.6 Removing and Installing Hood
17.7 Opening and Closing Service Access Panel
17.8 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
17.9 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
18 Troubleshooting
18.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
18.2 Engine
18.3 Electrical
18.4 Brakes
19 Storage
19.1 Storing Safety
19.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
19.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
19.4 Removing Machine From Storage
20 Specifications
20.1 Engine
20.2 Drivetrain and Travel Speeds
20.3 Electrical System
20.4 Fuel System
20.5 Steering and Brakes
20.6 Tires
20.7 Capacities
20.8 Dimensions
20.9 Weights
20.10 Recommended Lubricants
21 Warranty
21.1 Product Warranty
21.2 California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Off-Road Gas Engines)
21.3 Tire Warranty
21.4 Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
22 John Deere Quality Statement
22.1 John Deere Quality
23 Service Record
23.1 Record Service Dates
24 Index