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 Pictorial Safety Signs
4.3 Read Operator?s Manual
4.4 Keep Children Away
4.5 Avoid Tipping
4.6 Prevent Equipment Fires
4.7 HOT SURFACE
4.8 Drawbar Load
5 Safety
5.1 Training
5.2 Preparation
5.3 Operation
5.4 Maintenance and Storage
5.5 Checking Mowing Area
5.6 Parking Safely
5.7 Rotating Blades are Dangerous
5.8 Protect Children
5.9 Operating on Slopes
5.10 Keep Riders Off
5.11 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
5.12 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.13 Towing Loads Safely
5.14 Handle Agricultural Chemical Safely
5.15 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.16 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.17 Avoid High Pressure Fluids
5.18 Checking PTO Driveshaft Length
5.19 Vibration
5.20 Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
5.21 Prevent Fires
5.22 Tire Safety
5.23 Handling Fuel Safely
5.24 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
5.25 Cab Classification
5.26 Front End Loader Compatibility
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 Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel
8.4 Install Seat (Standard Models)
8.5 Adjusting Seat (Standard)
8.6 Using Mower Height Control Knob
8.7 Adjusting Mower Level Using Deck Leveling Gauge – Method 1
8.8 Adjusting Mower Level Using Deck Leveling – Method 2
8.9 Testing Safety Systems
8.10 Testing PTO, RIO Switch
8.11 Testing Seat Switch
8.12 Testing Park Brake Switch
8.13 Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
8.14 Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve
8.15 Using Park Brake
8.16 Using Key Switch
8.17 Using Indicator Lights
8.18 Using Light Switch
8.19 Starting the Engine
8.20 Idling the Engine
8.21 Stopping the Engine
8.22 Emergency Stopping
8.23 Using Travel Pedals
8.24 Using Cruise Control
8.25 Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
8.26 Using Traction Assist
8.27 Using Full Time 4-Wheel Drive (HFWD)
8.28 Using 12-Volt Outlet
8.29 Installing Attachments
8.30 Connecting Attachment Hydraulic Hoses
8.31 Using Hydraulic Control Levers
8.32 Using the Power-Take-Off (PTO) Safely
8.33 Using the PTO (Power-Take-Off)
8.34 Moving Machine by Hand
8.35 Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
8.36 Transporting Machine on Trailer
8.37 Ballasting Machine Safely
8.38 Ballasting Machine
8.39 Installing Rear Wheel Weights
8.40 Using Tire Chains
8.41 Blade Choices
8.42 Operating with Road Homologation Kit
9 Replacement Parts
9.1 Service Literature
9.2 Parts
9.3 Part Numbers
10 Fuel, Lubricants, and Coolant
10.1 Diesel Fuel
10.2 Engine Oil
10.3 Diesel Engine Coolant
11 Service Intervals
11.1 Servicing Your Machine
11.2 After First 50 Hours
11.3 Every 200 Hours or Annually
11.4 Every 200 Hours
11.5 Every 1000 Hours or Every 2 Years
12 Service Lubrication
12.1 Grease
12.2 Lubricating Rear Steering Pivot (4WS Models)
12.3 Lubricating Steering Cylinder Ball Joints (2WD Models)
12.4 Lubricating Front Axle (2WD Models)
12.5 Lubricate Drive Shaft (2WD Models)
12.6 Lubricating Machine Grease Fittings (4WD Models)
13 Service Engine
13.1 Avoid Fumes
13.2 Checking Engine Oil Level
13.3 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
13.4 Cleaning Air Intake Screens
13.5 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
13.6 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
13.7 Servicing Air Cleaner Elements
13.8 Checking Air Cleaner Intake Hoses and Clamps
13.9 Recommended Engine Coolant
13.10 Servicing Cooling System
13.11 Cleaning Radiator Screen and Fins
13.12 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
13.13 Servicing Alternator Belt
13.14 Checking Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl
13.15 Cleaning Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl and Replacing Filter
13.16 Adjusting Fuel Injection Pump
14 Service Transmission
14.1 Transmission Oil
14.2 Checking Transaxle Oil Level (All Models)
14.3 Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter (Except Full Time 4-Wheel Drive (HFWD) System)
14.4 Changing HFWD System Hydraulic Oil and Filter (Transaxle and HFWD Front Axle)
15 Service Electrical
15.1 Service the Battery Safely
15.2 Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
15.3 Removing and Installing the Battery
15.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
15.5 Using Booster Battery
15.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
15.7 Replacing Taillight Bulb
15.8 Replacing Fuses
16 Service Miscellaneous
16.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
16.2 Filling Fuel Tank
16.3 Lifting Machine
16.4 Checking Wheel Bolt Tightness
16.5 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
16.6 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16.7 Raising and Lowering Hood
16.8 Removing and Installing Hood
16.9 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with Wheel Bolt)
17 Troubleshooting
17.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
17.2 Engine
17.3 Electrical
17.4 Machine
17.5 Mower
17.6 Steering
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 Assembly
19.1 Assembly
19.2 Pre-Delivery
20 Specifications
20.1 Specifications
21 Declaration of Conformity
21.1 EC Declaration of Conformity
21.2 EC Declaration of Conformity
21.3 EC Declaration of Conformity
22 Service Statement
22.1 John Deere Parts
22.2 The Right Tools
22.3 Well-Trained Technicians
22.4 Prompt Service
23 Service Record
23.1 Record Service Dates
24 Slope Gauge
24.1 Slope Gauge Template
25 Index
