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 DANGER – M89504
4.4 DANGER M139128
4.5 DANGER
4.6 WARNING
4.7 WARNING
4.8 DANGER
4.9 DANGER M128699
4.10 Warning M159705
4.11 Emission Control System Certification Label
4.12 Emission Compliance Period
4.13 Certification
5 Safety
5.1 Operating Safely
5.2 Using a Spark Arrestor
5.3 Checking Mowing Area
5.4 Parking Safely
5.5 Rotating Blades are Dangerous
5.6 Protect Children
5.7 Avoid Tipping
5.8 Keep Riders Off
5.9 Towing Loads Safely
5.10 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.11 Driving Safely on Public Roads
5.12 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.13 Avoid High Pressure Fluids
5.14 Prevent Fires
5.15 Handling Fuel Safely
5.16 Tire Safety
5.17 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.18 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 Adjusting Seat
7.4 Adjusting Cutting Height
7.5 Checking and Adjusting Mower Level
7.6 Adjusting Mower Wheels
7.7 Testing Safety Systems
7.8 Testing Park Brake Switch
7.9 Testing Park Brake
7.10 Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
7.11 Testing Seat Switch
7.12 Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
7.13 Using Park Brake
7.14 Using Key Switch and Headlights
7.15 Using Hour Meter
7.16 Checking Fuel Level
7.17 Starting the Engine
7.18 Stopping the Engine
7.19 Using Travel Controls
7.20 Using Cruise Control
7.21 Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel (X360)
7.22 Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
7.23 Using Mower Attachment / Mower Lift
7.24 Using Mower Engagement Lever
7.25 Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
7.26 Moving Machine by Hand
7.27 Mower Gates, Using
7.28 Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
7.29 Transporting Machine on Trailer
7.30 Using Weights
7.31 Using Tire Chains
7.32 Using Accessories
7.33 Mowing Tips
8 Replacement Parts
8.1 Service Literature
8.2 Parts
8.3 Part Numbers
9 Service Intervals
9.1 Servicing Your Machine
9.2 Service Intervals
10 Service Lubrication
10.1 Grease
10.2 Lubricating Pivot Points
10.3 Lubricating Front Axle
10.4 Lubricating Rear U-Joints (4-Wheel Steer Models)
10.5 Lubricating Lift Pedal Assembly
10.6 Lubricating Steering Cylinder Ball Joints (X360)
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 Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
11.7 Cleaning Engine Shroud
11.8 Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
11.9 Checking Spark Plug
11.10 Adjusting Carburetor
11.11 Replacing Fuel Filter
12 Service Transmission
12.1 Checking Transmission
12.2 Transmission Oil (X360)
12.3 Checking Transmission Oil Level (X360 models)
12.4 Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter (X360)
13 Service Mower
13.1 Removing Mower (38 and 42C Mower)
13.2 Removing Mower (42 Mulch Mower)
13.3 Removing Mower (48 and 54 Mower)
13.4 Installing Mower (38 and 42C Mower)
13.5 Installing Mower (42 Mulch Mower)
13.6 Installing Mower (48 and 54 Mower)
13.7 Adjusting Lift Assist Spring (If equipped)
13.8 Replacing Mower Drive Belt (38 Mower)
13.9 Replacing Mower Drive Belt (42 Mower)
13.10 Replacing Mower Belts (42 Mulch Mower)
13.11 Replacing Mower Drive Belt (48 and 54 Mower)
13.12 Checking for Bent Mower Blades
13.13 Servicing Mower Blades
13.14 Sharpening Blades
13.15 Balancing Blades
14 Service Electrical
14.1 Service the Battery Safely
14.2 Removing and Installing the Battery
14.3 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
14.4 Using Booster Battery
14.5 Replacing Headlight Bulb
14.6 Replacing Fuse
15 Service Miscellaneous
15.1 Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
15.2 Filling Fuel Tank
15.3 Removing and Installing Hood
15.4 Checking Tire Pressure
15.5 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with E-Clip)
15.6 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
15.7 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
15.8 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16 Troubleshooting
16.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
16.2 Engine
16.3 Electrical
16.4 Machine
16.5 Mower
17 Storage
17.1 Storing Safety
17.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
17.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
17.4 Removing Machine From Storage
18 Assembly
18.1 Identify Parts
18.2 Charge and Connect Battery
18.3 Install Steering Wheel
18.4 Install Seat Springs
18.5 Remove Shipping Support Rod (54 Mower)
18.6 Install Mower Discharge Chute (48 and 54 Mower)
18.7 Install Mower Anti-Scalp Wheels
18.8 Check Tire Pressure
18.9 Adjust Mower Deck Level
18.10 Check Engine Oil Level
18.11 Check Machine Safety System
19 Specifications
19.1 Engine
19.2 Drivetrain
19.3 Fuel System
19.4 Electrical System
19.5 Tires
19.6 Capacities
19.7 Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
19.8 Dimensions
19.9 Mower
19.10 Recommended Lubricants
20 Warranty
20.1 Product Warranty
20.2 California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
20.3 Tire Warranty
20.4 Limited Battery Warranty
21 Index
22 Notes
23 Notes
24 Notes
25 John Deere Quality Statement
25.1 John Deere Quality
26 Service Record
26.1 Record Service Dates
