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1. SSS SVS S SS SS SSSSSSS SSS SS SSS SSS ry 4 Avoid dropping anything into the carburetor air intake C If anything falls into the carburetor air intake it MUST be remove 5 Lift out filter cartridge D and foam precleaner E 6 Service precleaner Wash precleaner in a solution of warm water and liquid detergent Rinse precleaner thoroughly Squeeze out excess water in a dry cloth until precleaner is completely dry e Put approximately 30 ml 1 oz of clean engine oil onto precleaner Squeeze precleaner to distribute oil evenly Squeeze out excess oil with a clean cloth IMPORTANT X Avoid machine damage A damaged cartridge D can allow dirt into the carburetor and can cause poor engine performance engine damage or failure DO NOT attempt to clean cartridge by tapping against another object Replace cartridge ONLY if very dirty DO NOT use pressurized air to clean cartridge If cartridge is damaged or the seal is cracked replace 7 Inspect cartridge for damage or excessive dirt Replace if necessary 8 Carefully clean air cleaner housing Prevent any dirt from falling into carburetor 9 Install foam precleaner E mesh side up 10 Install cartridge Make sure cartridge and seal are properly seated and sealing the carburetor air intake area 11 Install air cleaner cover and tighten knobs DO NOT overtighten 12 Lower
2. 17 Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower Using 16 Lubricating Wheel Spindles and Wheel Bearings 29 M Metal Surfaces Painted aee bc 42 Mower Belt Tension Adjusting 32 Mower Blades Checking 34 Mower Drive Belt Replacing 32 Mower Level Front to Rear Adjusting 18 Mower Level Side to Side Adjusting 17 Mower Engaging aciei tis edet 19 Mower Installing 4 4245 ot aee ir leet e EPIS 45 Mower REMOVING eret tefte nth eee 44 O OIL ENEE coe Oda ae ROMS epee 24 Oil Engine Changing eese 25 Oil Enpgme Checking ici rote oot 25 Operating Checklist Daily 12 Operating Mower Safely 16 Operating Safely rode 6 P Painted Metal Surfaces Cleaning Care 42 Painted Surfaces pb UE 42 Part Numbers i e een siase 20 Parts for Mower Replacement 20 Parts for Tractor Replacement 20 Plastic and Painted Surfaces Care for 42 Pushing Machine ote tetris ide uvae hd 12 Index Page 59 R Removing pp te eit ada 44 Reverse Implement Option Using 11 S Safety Labels iei ret arganit ea 3 Safety Systems Testing ont
3. 1 i zzzwuwxm t Park tractor on flat level surface STOP engine LOCK park brake DISENGAGE PTO lever turn key to the OFF position and remove key With a safe lifting device lift front of tractor just high enough to pivot axle Wheel Spindles Lubricate wheel spindles A one on each side of tractor with multipurpose EP grease or an equivalent Turn steering wheel to a full left turn and then full right turn to distribute grease in spindles Axle Pivot Lubricate axle pivot C with multipurpose EP grease or an equivalent Pivot axle up and down to distribute grease in pivot Wheel Bearings Lubricate front wheel bearings B one on each side of tractor with multipurpose EP grease or an equivalent Spin wheels to distribute grease in bearings Lower front of tractor to ground Service Steering and Brakes Page 29 SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Adjusting Brakes A CAUTION Avoid injury Before adjusting brakes STOP engine Remove key Wait for all moving parts to STOP 1 Park tractor on flat level surface STOP engine turn key to the OFF position and remove key 2 UNLOCK the park brake and release brake pedal 3 Measure distance from inside of brake rod stop tabs A to outside of compression spring bracket B located below foot tread area on left hand side of transmission Distance C should be 2 10 mm 0 08 0 40 in jd
4. IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage When disconnecting fuel tank hose from filter be sure to hold hose above fuel tank level so fuel does not run out NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank 1 Park tractor on a level surface 2 STOP engine LOCK park brake Remove key Let engine COOL 3 Lift hood 1 4 Using pliers slide hose clamps away from fuel filter B 5 Disconnect hoses from filter IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Filter must be installed with FLOW ARROW pointing in the direction of fuel flow 6 Position new filter with FLOW ARROW pointing in the direction of fuel flow and connect hoses 7 Install clamps and check for leaks 8 Lower hood Service Engine Page 28 SERVICE STEERING AND BRAKES Grease 50 122 F 40 C H 104F 2 30 86 F e i d 20 68 E gt Page a gt 96 10CHH 50 8 2 d z 0 C 32 F a 10 C 14 F E A a 9 20 4F 2 30 C H 22 E 40 C zs 55 C 67 F TS1417 Use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval The following greases may be used SAE Multipurpose EP Grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide SAE Multipurpose EP Grease Greases meeting Military Specification MIL G 10924C may be used as arctic grease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles Wheel Bearings and Axle Pivot
5. 4 Run engine for a few minutes to allow fuel mixture to circulate through carburetor 5 Continue with Preparing Engine Preparing Engine 1 Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm 2 Service air filter if necessary 3 Clean debris from engine air intake screen 4 Remove spark plugs Put 30 mL 1 oz of clean engine oil in cylinders 5 Install spark plugs but DO NOT connect spark plug wires 6 Crank the engine for approximately five seconds to allow oil to be distributed Storing Machine Page 51 STORING MACHINE 7 Clean the engine and engine compartment 8 Remove battery 9 Clean the battery and battery posts NOTE The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days 10 Charge the battery See Charging Battery in the SERVICE ELECTRICAL section 11 Store the battery in a cool dry place where it will not freeze 12 Store the vehicle in a dry protected place If vehicle is stored outside put a waterproof cover over it Removing Machine From Storage 1 Check tire pressure See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section 2 Fill fuel tank Check engine oil level 3 Take machine off of blocks or support stands 4 Charge battery if necessary Install battery See Removing and Installing the Battery in the SERVICE ELECTRICAL section 5 Check spark plug gap Install and tighten spark plug S to 20 Nem 15 Ib ft 6 Lubricate all grease points 7 Ru
6. FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING 1 Push foot pedal B fully to stop machine Transmission shift lever A will automatically return to NEUTRAL Using Reverse Implement Option A CAUTION Avoid injury Before moving forward or rearward make sure area is clear of bystanders especially children NOTE Operating the mower while backing up is strongly discouraged The Reverse Implement Option should be used ONLY when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged 1 Stop the machine FORWARD travel with mower engaged 2 Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders 3 Push and hold in the reverse implement switch A while 4 Move the drive lever to the R REVERSE position NOTE If the engine and mower stop while repositioning the machine return mower engagement lever to the OFF position and restart the machine See Starting The Engine in this section Begin again with Step 2 5 As the machine begins to move rearward release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine 6 Resume FORWARD travel The mower should continue operating 7 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition the machine again Operating Machine Page 11 OPERATING MACHINE Pushing Machine Testing Safety Systems IMPORTANT Avoid transmission damage DO NOT tow machine To move machine when engine is STOP
7. 1 Before washing rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface 2 Wash plastic surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap Use a SOFT CLEAN cloth bath towel or automotive mitt when washing 3 Dry thoroughly with a SOFT CLEAN cloth diaper or bath towel 4 Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax Use products that specifically say contains no abrasives 5 Remove applied wax by hand using a clean soft cloth Avoid Damage Dry wiping or wiping the plastic surface when it is dry is a major source of minor surface scratches DO NOT wipe hood or other plastic parts unless wetted first DO NOT apply wax unless plastic surface has been thoroughly cleaned first DO NOT use abrasive materials such as polishing compounds to clean or to wax plastic surface DO NOT wax plastic surfaces without drying first Hard to remove water spots will be left DO NOT use solvents or commercial cleaners DO use power buffers to remove wax DO NCT spray insect repellent near machine Insect repellent spray may damage plastic or painted surfaces Becareful not to spill fuel on any plastic or painted surfaces Wipe up fuel immediately Repair Your John Deere dealer has the professional materials needed to properly remove surface scratches from any plastic surfaces DO attempt to paint over marks or
8. Filling Fuel Tank IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Dirt and water in fuel are major causes of engine performance problems Prevent dirt and debris from entering the fuel tank when filling Fill the tank at the end of each day s operation to help keep condensation out of the fuel tank Fuel tank capacity 4 7 L 1 25 gal 1 STOP engine If engine is hot let it cool several minutes before you add fuel 2 Lift hood 3 Remove grass clippings and other trash from tank area Service Miscellaneous Page 41 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS 4 Remove fuel tank cap A 5 Fill tank with fresh fuel only to bottom of filler neck 6 Install fuel tank cap and lower hood Care for Plastic and Painted Surfaces PLASTIC SURFACES The plastic parts on your tractor are made of a blend of polycarbonate and polyester materials These parts are extremely strong and durable Unlike painted metal the plastic parts will never dent or rust If the plastic parts get scratched the color will remain the same since the color goes through the entire part IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Dry wiping or wiping the plastic surface when it is dry will result in minor surface scratches Always wet the surface before cleaning Follow correct cleaning and waxing procedures Correct Cleaning Care NOTE Follow cleaning procedure every time plastic surfaces are cleaned DO NOT wipe dry plastic surface with hand or towel
9. 2 Move lift lever A DOWN to LOWER mower or UP to RAISE mower 3 Release locking lever lock B to keep lift lever A in position Adjusting Cutting Height Cutting height can be adjusted from 38 102 mm 1 1 2 4 in Check tractor tire pressure See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section To adjust cutting height 1 Push down on lift lever A slightly and hold locking lever B down with thumb 2 Move lift lever A to desired cutting height 3 Release locking lever B to keep lift lever A in position 4 Adjust gage wheels to match cut height desired See Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels below Operating Mower Page 16 OPERATING MOWER Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels Adjusting Mower Level Side to Side A CAUTION Avoid injury before you adjust gage wheels STOP engine remove key and wait for blades to STOP IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Mower gage wheels must not ride on ground to support mower weight Adjust gage wheels each time you change cutting height 1 Check tractor tire pressure Inflate tires to the correct pressure See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section 2 Raise mower lift lever to TRANSPORT upper position and adjust cutting height See Adjusting Cutting Height in this section M88571 3 Remove bolt A bushing B washer C and nut D 4 Move lift lever down to desired MOWI
10. Deere Emission Control System Warranty LEGAL RIGHTS This Warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights in the State of California for 1995 and later equipment engines and in other states for 1997 and later equipment engines THIS FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IS IN ADDITION TO THE JOHN DEERE LIMITED ENGINE WARRANTY Warranty Page 57 WARRANTY Limited Battery Warranty NOTE Applicable in North America only TO SECURE WARRANTY SERVICE The purchaser must request warranty service from a John Deere dealer authorized to sell John Deere batteries and present the battery to the dealer with the top cover plate codes intact FREE REPLACEMENT Any new battery which becomes unserviceable not merely discharged due to defects in material or workmanship within 90 days of purchase will be replaced free of charge Installation costs will be covered by warranty if 1 the unserviceable battery was installed by a John Deere factory or dealer 2 failure occurs within 90 days of purchase and 3 the replacement battery is installed by a John Deere dealer PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT Any new battery which becomes unserviceable not merely discharged due to defects in material or workmanship more than 90 days after purchase but before the expiration of the applicable adjustment period will be replaced upon payment of the battery s current list price less a pro rata credit for unused months of se
11. Move transmission shift lever A to N NEUTRAL position 2 Lock the park brake B 3 Pull PTO lever C all the way back to the OFF position 4 Push throttle lever D up to the FAST 2 position and pull out choke knob E As the engine begins to run smoothly push the choke knob in until it is fully seated 5 Turn ignition key F to start position to crank the engine Crank engine until it starts but no longer than 5 seconds 6 Release key to run position when engine starts If engine does not start release key to run position and wait 10 seconds before cranking the engine again 7 Let engine run for a couple of minutes to warm up before operating tractor Using Throttle Control Always operate the engine at FULL TH ROTTLE Operating the engine at less that full throttle reduces the battery charging rate and reduces fan cooling efficiency of the engine Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower performance Cold Weather Starting Tips Always use fresh winter grade fuel Do not crank engine for more than 30 seconds in any single attempt During first minute of operation engine may be operated in partial choke to allow smoother running As engine warms slowly reduce engine speed to the full throttle detent position Allow engine to run for a few minutes before using tractor to allow automatic transmission oil to warm Sluggish transmission response in cold weather indicates that oil has not
12. Wear goggles or an eye shield when you work with a battery If the acid contacts your eyes skin or clothing flush the area immediately with water Get medical help if necessary A battery gives off gas which can explode An exploding battery will spray sulfuric acid in all directions Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery Charge the battery in an area with good ventilation DO NOT charge a frozen battery Before you charge a battery Wait until the battery has warmed to room temperature Do not charge a frozen battery Turn OFF and unplug the charger before you connect cables to the battery or disconnect cables from the battery If the battery becomes warm to touch during charging Reduce the charging rate OR Stop charging the battery until it cools NOTE Your charger may have an AUTOMATIC STOP to prevent charging the battery When the battery is fully charged OR When the battery is not in condition to take a charge A CAUTION Avoid injury DO NOT attempt to open add fluid or service battery Any attempt to do so will void warranty and lead to possible injury Battery gas is explosive DO NOT smoke while you charge battery Keep all flames and sparks away DO NOT charge frozen battery DO NOT connect booster battery negative cable to starting vehicle negative terminal 1 Remove battery from mower See Removing and Installing Ba
13. a llle iR See ee Rep lil ee xS 12 Volts Battery Type ir Rr eee Er Er ER E a ee ars iaa ee RE BCI Group U1 Battery CCA guru 190 Amp Fuel Fuel Type See Fuel in the Service Miscellaneous section Fuel Tank Capacity emi Ra ees Bee ins RM RE a a eg 4 7 L 1 25 Gal Dimensions Height eonim evened A aha dius n M eM c E Dese iir antag 98 cm 38 6 in Length Overall 1 2 i dee oe ee eee et 152 4 cm 60 in Width Overall cll nl Eel lc xke Im A EE ek at a EE Eu 96 5 cm 38 in Weight pu e tene Eau eae Di sa E EE 184 kg 406 Ib Specifications Page 53 SPECIFICATIONS Tires Size Front ueni I ci seed Wee E Tr S mur 15x 6 50 6 Size Rar vo eer Eee Exe hae ERE te SRM D as ae 20 x 10 0 8 Size Rear dera esa erue desde Re E iR E E EN EE er adhe NUR ew 20x8 0 8 Tire Pressure Front rr ie crete De ese Eee ed euo arm ree n ats eee 97 kPa 14 psi Tire Pressure Heat eorr Re ERR Gere RR NEA RR RU e ERR BUR MUR ee et eee n Rn 69 kPa 10 psi Mower Deck Blades Rotaty te kee ee eR fea ened a tl Ga ew ERES 3 Blade Bolt Torque url eke a ee eee ee ee es Lede Ea Red tee ee eo 56 Nem 41 Ib ft Cutting Height Approx 00 ee hh hh n hh nnn 25 102 mm 1 4 Cutting Width vtl A ei eh ee a ie DK AUD Ree 1168 mm 46 in Recommended Lubrican
14. DUE TO IMPROPER SET UP IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANT Y If further information is desired contact a servicing dealer For the location of servicing dealers in your area call 1 877 356 3698 Tire Warranty John Deere warranty applies for tires available through the John Deere parts system For tires not available through the John Deere parts system the tire manufacturer s warranty applicable to your machine may not apply outside the U S See your John Deere dealer for specific information Limited Engine Warranty FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL DEFECTS WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA the California Air Resources Board CARB and Deere amp Company John Deere are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1995 and later utility or lawn and garden equipment engine In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards In other states new 1997 and later model year equipment engines must be designed built and equipped at the time of sale to meet the U S EPA regulations for small non road engines The engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause it to fail to conform with U S EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser John Deere must warran
15. Engine clicks but will not start Weak or dead battery Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty solenoid or starter Engine Hard To Start Dirty air filter Bad spark plug Weak or dead battery Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment Below 32 F 0 C Troubleshooting Page 47 TROUBLESHOOTING IF CHECK Loss of power Cutting too much grass too fast Throttle in CHOKE position Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Dirty air filter Low oil dirty oil Faulty spark plug Dirty fuel filter Stale or dirty fuel Water in fuel Spark plug wire loose Dirty engine air screen fins Dirty clogged muffler Loose or damaged wiring Carburetor out of adjustment Engine continues to run when operator leaves seat Faulty operator presence safety switch Engine Backfires When Turning Engine OFF Engine throttle control not set at SLOW position for 30 seconds before stopping engine Engine will not turn over Clutch brake pedal not depressed Attachment clutch is engaged Weak or dead battery Blown fuse Corroded battery terminals Loose or damaged wiring Faulty ignition switch Faulty solenoid or starter Faulty operator presence switch Headlight not working Bulb s burned out Loose or damaged wiring Blown fuse Battery will no
16. F 3 c 5 fut 5 gt 2646 10 50 F E g o a 3 z z a 0 C 32 F a 2 2 10 C 14 F 3 E e 20 C 4 z 22 2 E 40 C HH 40 F 55 C 67 F TS1417 Use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval The following greases may be used SAE Multipurpose EP Grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide SAE Multipurpose EP Grease Greases meeting Military Specification MIL G 10924C may be used as arctic grease Service Mower Page 31 SERVICE MOWER Replacing Mower Drive Belt A CAUTION Avoid injury Before replacing mower drive belt STOP engine remove key wait for all moving parts to STOP and wear gloves when replacing belt 1 STOP engine LOCK park brake place gear shift lever in NEUTRAL N position pull PTO drive lever back to DISENGAGE turn key to the OFF position and remove key 2 Remove mower deck See Removing Mower in Removing Mower section 3 Remove six capscrews and left and right belt guards 4 Pull pulley A to the left and remove mower drive belt from engine pulley and then remove from mower 5 Install belt in reverse order of removal 6 Reinstall belt guards and tighten capscrews securely Adjusting Mower Belt Tension A CAUTION Avoid injury Before adjusting Mower Belt Tension STOP engine Remove key Wait for all moving parts to STOP IMPORTANT Avo
17. blade spindle Troubleshooting Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING IF CHECK Grass Tips Are Jagged And Turn Dull mower blades Grayish Brown After Mowing Bent blades Front to rear blade adjustment not set properly Mower Stops When Shift Lever Is Moved To The R Normal condition See Using Reverse Implement Option in the REVERSE Position and Mower Is Engaged OPERATING section Troubleshooting Page 50 STORING MACHINE Storing Safely A CAUTION Avoid injury Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes Always try to work in a well ventilated area DO NOT store vehicle with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an Open flame or spark Allow engine to cool before storing in an enclosure Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry place where it will not freeze and where children cannot reach it Preparing Machine for Storage 1 Repair any worn or damaged parts Replace parts if necessary Tighten loose hardware 2 Clean under the deck 3 Paint scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust 4 Wash the machine and apply wax to metal and plastic surfaces See SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS section for care of plastic and metal surfaces 5 Run machine for five minutes to dry belts and pulleys 6 Apply
18. can explode to avoid injury A CAUTION Avoid injury Always remove negative battery cable first and install it last to prevent electrical short circuit to chassis 1 Turn ignition key off and raise seat Keep sparks and flames away from batteries Use a flashlight to check battery electrolyte level Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts Use a voltmeter or hydrometer Always remove grounded battery clamp first and replace it last 1 Turn ignition key off and raise seat Service Electrical Page 36 SERVICE ELECTRICAL 2 Remove rubber hold down strap A 3 Disconnect BLACK battery cable B first 4 Disconnect RED battery cable C Remove battery from mower 5 Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells 6 Rinse the battery with clean water Let dry 7 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright 8 Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion 9 Install battery See Removing and Installing the Battery in this section and Connect the Battery in the Assembly section Charging the Battery A CAUTION Avoid injury BE VERY CAREFUL Battery fluid electrolyte is a solution of water and sulfuric acid It is very harmful to eyes skin or clothing
19. catalogs for equipment not shown on this list provide the model number serial number and name of the product when you call Make checks payable to John Deere Name Address City State Zip Phone Title Number Price Qty Total Parts Catalog PC2789 Call 1 800 522 7448 for Operator s Manual OMGX10722 current prices Technical Manual TM1776 Sub total State Sales Tax Illinois amp lowa only Shipping amp Handling Total Method of Payment __ Check Money Order Enclosed John Deere Credit Card MasterCard Visa __ American Express __ Discover __ Farm Plan Credit Card Acct No 13 or 16 digits Expiration Date Signature Service Literature Page 61 NOTES Notes Page 62 NOTES Notes Page 63 INVESTMENT IN QUALITY Please do not return this tractor to the store where you purchased it Your Scotts tractor designed and built by John Deere is more than just a purchase it s an investment in quality That quality goes beyond our equipment to your dealer s parts and service support That s why John Deere has initiated a process to handle your questions or problems should they arise If you have questions or problems with your new tractor please follow the steps below To locate your nearest authorized Scotts servicing dealer please call toll free 1 877 864 2295 Step 1 Refer to your op
20. eee a oe 4 If distance is less than or equal to 2 mm 0 08 in Gradually adjust jam nuts D until specified measurement is obtained Depress brake pedal and LOCK park brake Measure the distance between edge of compression spring bracket and front edge of brake rod stop tabs Gap should have a minimum distance of 2 mm 0 08 in Check brake rod compression spring E It should not be completely compressed when park brake is locked A slight air gap should be visible between the coils when proper adjustment is reached Recycle park brake a few times and measure distances each time until specified measurements are obtained Brake lever F travel should not exceed 30 G If it does measure brake components individually SPECIFICATIONS Spring bracket to stop tabs minimum 2 mm 0 08 in Brake lever travel maximum 30 Service Steering and Brakes Page 30 SERVICE MOWER Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades h A CAUTION Avoid injury Before you unplug adjust or service mower DISENGAGE PTO switch to stop mower blades Wait for mower blades to STOP LOCK the park brake STOP the engine Remove the key Clean unit by removing all grass clippings and dirt from mower deck Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug Grease 50 HH 122 F 40 C 104F 30 C 86 F E 2 2 E o u E E 20C 68
21. highest position when transporting to trailer Disengage PTO Drive forward onto trailer Lower mower or any attachment to trailer deck LOCK park brake Be sure trailer has all the necessary lights and signs required by law Fasten machine to trailer with heavy duty straps chains or cables Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from tractor Operating Machine Page 15 OPERATING MOWER Operate Mower Safely e In addition to reading your Operators Manual view your Mowing Safety Video Check Ground Conditions d gt p N Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown Keep people and pets out of mowing area Study mowing area Set up safe mowing pattern Do not mow under conditions where traction or stability is doubtful First test drive area with PTO lever DISENGAGED and mower lowered Slow down when you travel over rough ground Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades Before you dismount to unplug or adjust mower DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades STOP the engine LOCK the park brake Remove key Wait for mower blades to STOP Keep hands feet and clothing away from mower deck when engine is running DISENGAGE PTO lever to stop mower blades when you are not using mower Using Lift Lever to Raise and Lower Mower 1 Push down on lift lever A slightly and hold locking lever B down with thumb
22. hood Cleaning Air Intake Screen IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage from overheating and damage to engine Keep air intake screen free of dust Keep cooling shrouds in place 1 STOP engine LOCK park brake and remove key 2 Lift hood 3 Clean air intake screen A and external surfaces with rag brush vacuum or compressed air 4 Clean air intake screen A and external surfaces with rag brush vacuum or compressed air Lower hood Checking Spark Plugs A CAUTION Avoid injury Before you remove spark plugs STOP engine and wait until engine is cool 1 Stop engine LOCK park brake Remove key Lift hood Service Engine Page 27 SERVICE ENGINE ig sg ut P ik i MNA 2 Disconnect spark plug wires A and remove spark plugs 3 Clean spark plugs carefully with a wire brush 4 Inspect plug for Cracked porcelain Pitted or damaged electrodes Other wear or damage 5 Replace spark plug s if necessary 6 Check plug gap with a wire feeler gauge gap should be 0 76 mm 0 030 in 7 To change gap move the outer electrode 8 Install and tighten spark plugs Tighten plugs to 24 4 to 29 8 Nem 18 to 22 Ib ft 9 Connect the spark plug wire s 10 Lower hood Replacing Fuel Filter A CAUTION Avoid injury Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the fuel system Make sure engine is cool to the touch
23. of mower deck 7 Check front to rear deck measurements and readjust if necessary Operating Mower Page 18 OPERATING MOWER Engaging and Disengaging Mower IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Operate engine at maximum speed when mowing or after mower blade is engaged Machine may require 2 3 minutes warm up period before engaging the mower deck Engaging Mower 1 START engine 2 Move throttle lever A to the FAST 49 position 3 Lower mower to cutting height 4 Push PTO drive lever B forward to ENGAGE mower blades NOTE The engine and mower will stop as the gear shift lever is moved to the R REVERSE position with mower engaged 5 Disengage PTO before shifting to REVERSE Disengaging Mower 1 Pull PTO drive lever A back to DISENGAGE mower blades 2 If you hit an object with mower while mowing STOP mower and engine immediately Inspect mower for damage Dismounting to Inspect or Unplug Mower or Optional Bagger A CAUTION Avoid injury To help prevent personal injury do the following steps before you dismount to inspect or unplug mower or bagger 1 STOP machine 2 Pull PTO drive lever A back to DISENGAGE mower blades 3 Move throttle lever to SLOW position Lower mower to the ground LOCK park brake STOP engine Remove key ON DOO Ff Wait for all moving parts to STOP Operating Mower Page 19 REPLACE
24. of two years after the engine is delivered to the initial retail purchaser John Deere is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part during the warranty period If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by John Deere Warranty Page 56 WARRANTY WARRANTED PARTS Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below the emission control system parts to the extent these parts were present on the engine purchased Fuel Metering Fuel Metering System System Carburetor and internal parts or fuel injection System Cold start enrichment system Air fuel ratio feedback and control system Air Induction Air Cleaner System Controlled hot air intake system Intake manifold Particulate Traps filters precipitators and any other device Controls used to capture particulate emissions Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR valve body and carburetor spacer if applicable EGR System EGR rate feedback and control system Ignition System Spark plugs Magneto or electronic ignition system Spark advance retard system Air Injection Air pump or pulse valve System Valves affecting distribution of flow Distribution manifold Catalyst or Catalytic converter Thermal Reactor Thermal reactor System Exhaust manifold Miscellaneous Items Used in Vacuu
25. refuel machine while you smoke when machine is near an open flame or sparks or when engine is running STOP engine Fill fuel tank outdoors Prevent fires clean oil grease and dirt from machine Clean up spilled fuel immediately Do not store machine with fuel in tank ina building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric discharge while you fill tank use a non metal fuel container If you use a funnel MAKE SURE IT IS PLASTIC Avoid using a funnel which has a metal screen or filter Use only clean approved containers and funnels Store oil and fuel in an area protected from dust moisture and other contamination DO NOT use METHANOL gasoline METHANOL is harmful to the environment and to your health Tire Size Pressure kPa psi Front 15 Inch 97 kPa 14 psi Rear 20 Inch 69 kPa 10 psi IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Avoid spilling fuel Fuel can damage plastic and painted surfaces DO NOT mix oil with gasoline Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher is recommended Service Miscellaneous Page 40 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Using Clean Fuels Dirt in the fuel system is a major cause of performance problems Be sure to clean any grass or trash from the top of the tank before removing lid Use of a PLASTIC funnel with a plastic mesh strainer when filling the tank wil
26. scratches in plastic parts DONOT use polishing compounds to attempt to remove scratches PAINTED METAL SURFACES Correct Cleaning Care Follow automotive practices to care for your tractor painted metal surfaces Use a high quality automotive wax regularly to maintain the factory look of your tractor s painted surfaces Repair Minor Scratches surface scratch 1 Clean area thoroughly to be repaired 2 Use automotive polishing compound to remove surface scratches DO NOCT use rubbing compound to avoid removing paint 3 Apply wax to entire surface Deep Scratches bare metal or primer showing 1 Clean area to be repaired with rubbing alcohol or mineral spirits Service Miscellaneous Page 42 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS 2 Use paint stick with factory matched colors available from your John Deere dealer to fill scratches Follow directions for use and for drying Apply sparingly to scratch without getting on surrounding painted surface Fill in scratch to level of surrounding painted area Allow to dry 48 hours in warm weather and up to 30 days in colder temperatures 3 Use automotive polishing compound to smooth out surface Do not use power buffer 4 Apply wax to surface Service Miscellaneous Page 43 REMOVING MOWER Removing Mower A CAUTION Avoid injury Before removing mower on machine STOP engine Remove key Wait for all moving parts to STOP Mower lift lever under tens
27. that the guide is seated into the hole Installing Mower Page 45 INSTALLING MOWER um SNAS ra ji um um uU un gt m 4 dry D 3 12 Raise tension rod N and attach to blade drive arm O using flat washer P and spring locking pin Q 13 Raise deck by pressing the lift lever lock and mower deck lift lever to its highest point 14 Remove wood blocks from under deck pulling the 15 Check for proper routing and position of all belts 16 Level mower See Adjusting Mower Level Side to Side and Front to Rear in the Operating Mower section 17 Adjust gage wheels See Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels in the Operating Mower section Installing Mower Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING Using Troubleshooting Chart If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart see your Authorized Service Center for service When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem see your Authorized Service Center Engine IF CHECK Engine will not start Out of fuel Loose or corroded electrical connections PTO drive lever is in ON position Fuse is blown Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected Brake switch not engaged Engine flooded Dirty air filter Dirty fuel filter Water in fuel Bad starter solenoid Carburetor out of adjustment Engine valves out of adjustment
28. warmed to allow optimum performance Operating Machine Page 9 OPERATING MACHINE Warming and Idling Engine WARMING ENGINE Run Engine at half speed for 2 3 minutes IDLING ENGINE Engine is air cooled and needs a large volume of air to keep cool Keep air intake screen A on top of engine clean Avoid unnecessary engine idling Stopping Engine 1 Push down on foot pedal A 2 Move transmission shift lever B to N NEUTRAL position 3 Pull PTO lever C all the way back to the rearward OFF position 4 Move throttle lever D to SLOW t position Let engine run at low throttle a few seconds 5 Turn key E to OFF position 6 Remove key 7 LOCK the park brake Using Travel Controls A CAUTION Avoid injury Before moving forward or rearward make sure area is clear of bystanders especially children Disengage mower or attachment before backing up TO TRAVEL FORWARD Move shift lever A to the right and forward to desired FORWARD speed Operating Machine Page 10 OPERATING MACHINE TO TRAVEL IN REVERSE NOTE The engine and mower will stop as the shift lever is moved to the R REVERSE position with mower engaged 1 Pull PTO lever C all the way back to the rearward OFF position 2 Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders nearby 3 Move shift lever A rearward to the R REVERSE position
29. ESENTATIONS CONDITIONS AND WARRANTIES WHICH MAY BE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED VERBAL OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING IMPLIED OR STATUTORY CONDITIONS OR WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS WHETHER PURSUANT TO THE SALE OF GOODS ACT OR ANY OTHER STATUTE OF ANY PROVINCE OR OTHERWISE EXCEPT WHERE SUCH IMPLIED OR STATUTORY CONDITIONS OR WARRANTIES MAY NOT BE EXCLUDED BY LAW F REMEDIES EXCLUSIVE THE PURCHASER S ONLY REMEDIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE BREACH OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY WARRANTY ON THE SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY JOHN DEERE ARE THOSE SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR THOSE REMEDIES PROVIDED BY LAW WHICH MAY NOT BE EXCLUDED IN NO EVENT WILL THE DEALER JOHN DEERE OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH JOHN DEERE BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INJURIES OR BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES SUFFERED BY THE PURCHASER AS A RESULT OF FUNDAMENTAL BREACHES OF CONTRACT OR BREACHES OF FUNDAMENTAL TERMS The limitations of liability contained in this warranty shall only be effective to the extent permitted by law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction G NO DEALER WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR WARRANTIES WHICH MAY NOT BE EXCLUDED BY LAW THE SELLING DEALER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ITS OWN AND THE SELLING DEALER HAS NO AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR PROMISE ON BEHALF OF JOHN DEERE OR TO MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY IN ANY WAY H FAILURE
30. Filter IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage To avoid engine damage DO NOT run engine if oil level is below ADD mark NOTE Engine must not be running Make sure engine is COLD when checking engine oil level 1 Park tractor on a level surface STOP engine Let engine cool 2 Lift hood 3 Clean area around dipstick to prevent debris from falling into crankcase 4 Remove dipstick A Wipe with clean cloth 5 Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and thread cap tightly onto fill tube Remove dipstick to check oil level 6 Oil must be between ADD and FULL marks 7 Add oil to FULL mark if necessary DO NOT OVERFILL See Engine Oil in this section 8 Install and tighten dipstick Lower hood A CAUTION Avoid injury Engine may be hot be careful not to burn hands IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage To extend engine life when operating mower in extreme heat dust or other severe conditions it may be necessary to change engine oil and filter more frequently 1 Run engine to warm oil 2 Park tractor on level surface STOP engine LOCK park brake and remove key 3 Lift hood 4 Put drain pan under drain valve 5 Unsnap the dust cap push and twist to open oil drain A and drain oil into oil drain pan M96093 6 Close drain cap Service Engine Page 25 SERVICE ENGINE 7 Remove old filter C and wi
31. Lawn Tractor S2546 OPERATOR S MANUAL Scotts Limited Edition Manufactured by John Deere OMGX10722 K9 North American Litho in U S A INTRODUCTION THANK YOU for purchasing a Scotts product Read this manual and your attachment manual thoroughly Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning DATE OF PURCHASE DEALER NAME DEALER PHONE TRACTOR SERIAL NUMBER A Under seat This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell it Product warranty is provided as part of John Deere s support program for customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual The product warranty is explained on the warranty certificate you received from your dealer Measurements in this manual are metric units and their U S customary equivalents RIGHT HAND and LEFT HAND sides are determined by facing in the direction the machine will travel when going forward When you see a broken line arrow gt it indicates the part it is pointing to is hidden Record identification numbers below Be sure to record all the numbers to help in tracing the machine if it is s
32. MENT PARTS John Deere Quality WE RECOMMEND JOHN DEERE quality parts and lubricants available at your Authorized Service Center PART NUMBERS MAY CHANGE use part numbers listed below when you order If a number changes your dealer will have the latest number WHEN YOU ORDER PARTS your Authorized Service Center needs your machine serial number and engine serial number These are the numbers that you have recorded on the inside front cover of this manual Touch up paint is available in 340 grams 12 oz aerosol cans Scotts Orange part number TY24745 and Scotts Grey part number TY 24747 Parts for Tractor ITEM PART NUMBER Air Cleaner Elements Foam LG273638S Paper LG499486S Fuel Filter AM116304 Oil Filter AM125424 Battery TY21752 Spark Plug Champion RC 12YC Fuse 15 amp 99M7065 Headlight Bulb AD2062R Ground Drive Belt GX10065 Parts for Mower Decks ITEM 46 Inch Deck Blades Standard M127466 Mulch M119232 Mower Drive Belts GX10176 Leveling Gauge TY15272 Part numbers are subject to change without notice Part Numbers may be different outside the U S A If you would like a copy of the Parts Catalog for this machine please use the Order Form in the SERVICE LITERATURE section Replacement Parts Page 20 SERVICE MACHINE SAFELY Practice Safe Maintenance Understand service procedure before doing work Keep area cle
33. NG position 5 Move mower gage wheels one on each side to one of four holes for desired position On 46 Inch Mower Deck move front and rear gage wheels 6 Bottom of gage wheels should be approximately 6 13 mm 1 4 1 2 in from the ground when properly adjusted 7 Install bolt and tighten with nut A CAUTION Avoid injury before you adjust mower STOP engine remove key and wait for blades to STOP Be careful sharp edges on mower blades Always wear gloves when handling mower blades NOTE Adeck leveling gauge Part Number TY15272 to aid in deck leveling may be obtained through your local Authorized Service Center at a nominal cost 1 Park tractor on a hard level surface 2 Stop engine and remove key 3 CHECK Tire pressures must be correct See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section 4 Adjust cutting height to middle position 5 Turn left blade parallel to tractor axle Hold drive belt and turn right blade parallel to axle M40161 6 Measure from each outside blade tip A to the level surface The difference between measurements must not be more than 3 mm 1 8 in Operating Mower Page 17 OPERATING MOWER 7 Loosen top clamping nut C facing inside of mower on left hand side J bolt B approximately one turn 8 Loosen upper adjusting nut D 9 Raise or lower left side of deck To raise Turn lower adjust
34. PED 1 Unlock the park brake A 2 Put transmission shift lever B in N Neutral 3 Push machine to desired location Daily Operating Checklist Test safety systems e Check tire pressure Check fuel level Check engine oil level Remove grass and debris from machine A CAUTION Avoid injury Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe extension If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension open the doors and get outside air into the area Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal operation of machine If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures DO NOT operate machine See your Authorized Service Center for service Perform these tests in a clear open area Keep bystanders away NOTE Your Lawn Tractor is equipped with a ELECTRONIC SAFETY INTERLOCK Engine will not start unless PTO lever is DISENGAGED Brake pedal is depressed OR parking brake is set Test 1 1 Operator on seat 2 Unlock the park brake 3 Pull PTO lever A back to DISENGAGE 4 Try to start engine 5 Engine MUST NOT start If engine starts there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit See your Authorized Service Center Operating Machine Page 12 OPERATING MACHINE Test 2 Test 4 1 Operator on seat 2 Pu
35. PRODUCTS Manufactured by John Deere Canada Only A GENERAL PROVISIONS The warranties described below are provided by John Deere Limited John Deere to the original purchasers of new Scotts Brand Products Manufactured by John Deere Under these warranties John Deere will repair or replace at its option any part covered under these warranties which is found to be defective in material or workmanship during the applicable warranty term Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by John Deere to service the type of product involved which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by John Deere Warranty service will be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor The purchaser will be responsible however for any service call and or transportation of product to and from the dealer s or service center s place of business except where prohibited by law for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser and for any service and or maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranties below B WHAT IS WARRANTED Subject to paragraph C below all parts of any new Scotts Brand Product Manufactured by John Deere except batteries are warranted for the number of months or days specified below Warranty statements required by law covering engine emission related parts and components if any are found in the Operator s Manual delivered
36. R INJURY NO SPARKS FLAMES SMOKING SULFURIC ACID CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE BURNS FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER GET MEDICAL HELP FAST MAINTENANCE FREE KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN DO NOT TIP DO NOT OPEN BATTERY Safety Signs Page 3 SAFETY SIGNS DANGER ROTATING BLADE DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING ADANGER M96445 Picture Note Located on Battery under seat DANGER ROTATING BLADE M96445 DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING Picture Note Located on Left Hand side of deck THROWN OBJECTS BEFORE MOWING CLEAR AREA OF OBJECTS THAT MAY BE THROWN BY BLADE DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE CHUTE OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IN PLACE M96445 Picture Note Located on Right Hand side of deck Safety Signs Page 4 Tractor Controls CONTROLS Throttle Control Foot Pedal Brake Return to Neutral Reverse Implement Option Switch Attachment Lift Lever Locking Lever Transmission Shift Lever Park Brake PTO Drive Lever Ignition Switch Choke Control Controls Page 5 OPERATING MACHINE Operate Safely gt P od in e In addition to reading your Operators Manual view your Mowing Safety Video Check brake action before you operate Adjust or service brakes as necessary nspect mac
37. al After performing the checks in the troubleshooting section and your engine is still not performing correctly contact your John Deere dealer Avoid Fumes A CAUTION Avoid injury Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes Always try to work in a well ventilated area Engine Oil A CAUTION Avoid injury To prevent injury from accidental starting always remove wire from spark plugs and disconnect battery at negative terminal before servicing engine NOTE Aircooled engines run hotter than automobile engines The use of multi viscosity oil such as 10W 30 in ambient temperatures above 4 C 40 F will result in higher than normal oil consumption If multi viscosity oil used check oil level more frequently to prevent any possible damage due to lack of lubrication 10 C Hi SAE 10W40 SAE 10W30 w o o Arctic Oil o c SAE 5W30 10 C SAE 15W40 20 C 30 C Es 40 C E Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes Use a high quality detergent oil classified as APIService Classification SG APIService Classification SF Service Engine Page 24 SERVICE ENGINE Checking Engine Oil Changing Engine Oil and
38. an and dry Never lubricate service or adjust machine while it is moving Keep safety devices in place and in working condition Keep hardware tight To prevent them from getting caught keep hands feet clothing jewelry and long hair away from any moving parts Before servicing machine disengage all power and stop the engine Lock park brake and remove the key Let engine cool Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed Fix damage immediately Replace worn or broken parts Remove any buildup of grease oil or debris Disconnect battery ground cable before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair its function and safety Wear Appropriate Clothing V Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job d Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs Do not wear radio or music headphones while servicing the machine Safe service requires your full attention Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades L Before you unplug or adjust machine STOP the engine Remove key e Wait for blades to STOP Keep hands feet and clothing away from blades when engine is running Handling Waste Produ
39. atteries are warranted for the number of months or operating hours specified below Warranty statements required by law covering engine emission related parts and components are found in the Operator s Manual delivered with the machine EQUIPMENT USE WARRANTY TERM 1 IN RESIDENTIAL Private Homeowner 24 Months APPLICATION 2 IN ANY OTHER APPLICATION 90 Days Each warranty term begins on the date of product sale to the purchaser C WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED JOHN DEERE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING 1 Used products 2 Any product that has been altered or modified in ways not approved by John Deere 3 Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear lack of reasonable and proper maintenance failure to follow operating instructions misuse lack of proper protection during storage or accident 4 Normal maintenance parts and service D SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE To secure warranty service the purchaser must 1 report the product defect to an authorized dealer and request repair within the applicable warranty term 2 present evidence of the warranty start date and 3 make the product available to the dealer or Service center within a reasonable period of time E LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND OTHER REMEDIES SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY JOHN DEERE to the extent permitted by law neither John Deere nor any company affiliated with it makes any warranties representations or promis
40. ct RED positive cable A to battery with 6mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut Tighten securely Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion Install the red terminal cover 3 Remove and discard the BLACK protective cap from the negative battery terminal 4 Connect silver braided grounding cable B to the negative terminal C with remaining 6 mm hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion Assembly Page 1 Checking Tire Pressure ASSEMBLY ly A CAUTION Avoid injury Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Always maintain the correct tire pressure Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel When inflating tires use a clip on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly Check tires for low pressure cuts bubbles damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts 1 Check tires for damage 2 Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge 3 Add or remove air i
41. ct and Chemicals Waste products such as used oil fuel coolant brake fluid and batteries can harm the environment and people DO NOT use beverage containers for waste fluids someone may drink from them See your local Recycling Center or John Deere dealer to learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products A Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS provides specific details on chemical products physical and health hazards safety procedures and emergency response techniques See your John Deere dealer for the MSDS on chemical products used with your machine Service Machine Safely Page 21 SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service Intervals Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine Service procedures included in this manual but not on this chart are to be performed on an as needed basis IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage If you operate mower in extreme heat dust or other severe conditions service more often than shown below Before Each Use Test safety systems Check brakes Check tire pressure Check tighten loose hardware Check engine oil level After First 2 Hours Adjust blade belt tension Change engine oil Every 8 Hours Check brakes Check tire pressure Check engine oil level Every 25 Hours Sharpen replace blades Lubricate front axle Check battery and clean battery terminals Check transaxle cooling Change e
42. de front cover of this manual Ifthe problem is with an attachment your attachment identification number C Then call 1 877 864 2295 and our advisor will work with your dealer to investigate your concern Investment in Quality Page 64
43. de on nail in vise or on vertical wall stud Turn blade to horizontal position 3 If blade is not balanced heavy end of blade will drop 4 Grind bevel of heavy end Do not change bevel Service Mower Page 35 SERVICE ELECTRICAL Checking the Battery A CAUTION Avoid injury Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous It is strong enough to burn skin eat holes in clothing and cause blindness if splashed into eyes Wear eye protection and avoid spilling or dripping electrolyte Flush eyes with water for 15 30 minutes if acid is splashed into eyes If acid is swallowed get medical attention immediately DO NOT attempt to open add fluid or service battery Any attempt to do so will void warranty and lead to possible injury 2 Remove rubber hold down strap A 3 Disconnect negative battery cable B 4 Remove red cover C from positive battery terminal Remove positive cable from battery 5 Remove battery 6 Install the battery following these steps in reverse order See Connect the Battery in the Assembly section Clean Battery and Terminals Keep battery and terminals clean Keep battery bolts tight Keep small vent holes open Recharge if necessary at 6 10 amperes for 1 hour See Charging the Battery in this section Removing and Installing the Battery A CAUTION Avoid injury Battery gas
44. e toe tener 12 Safety Operating i n ice e tette 6 Safety Operating Mower 16 Safety aeons eas CERE SERES 21 Safety Service 31 aoi esas EE i eR URS dede dee 8 Service Intervals 2 22 Service Literature Order Form 61 Service Safety ossia EEES 21 Spark Plugs Checking i e teet eds 27 Spindle Brake Adjusting 33 Storage Preparing Engine for 51 Storage Preparing Machine for 51 Storage Removing Machine from 52 Storing Safety ede odere eda edi d haud 51 T Throttle Control Using 9 Tir Chains US Codi eie 15 Tire Pressure Checking 40 Transport Safely 8 Transportna ipea utt 15 Travel Controls 10 Troubleshooting Chart Using 47 W Weights Using Front au ederent bien 15 Weights Using Rear Wheel 15 Wheel Spindles and Bearings Lubricating 20 Wheels Adjusting Mower Gage 17 Index Page 60 SERVICE LITERATURE Order Form John Deere Distribution Center Department S P P O Box 186 Moline IL 61266 0186 To order these publications call 1 800 522 7448 If you want manuals or
45. eed position 5 Raise up off of seat DO NOT get off tractor 6 Engine MUST remain running If engine does stop there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit See your Authorized Service Center Test 6 iw H H H a H 7 ALL LETT 1 Lock the park brake A 2 Put transmission shift lever B in N Neutral 3 Try to push machine manually 4 Park brake MUST prevent machine from moving If machine moves parking brake needs to be adjusted See your Authorized Service Center Test 7 A CAUTION Avoid injury Before moving rearward make sure area is clear of bystanders especially children Test Reverse Implement Option 1 Start engine 2 Push PTO lever A forward to ENGAGE 3 Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no bystanders 4 Begin REVERSE travel by moving the transmission shift lever to R REVERSE position Mower and engine should stop operation If mower or engine continues to operate as tractor begins travel in REVERSE do not continue to operate mower See your Authorized Service Center for service Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces DO NOT wipe plastic parts unless rinsed first See Correct Cleaning Care in Service Miscellaneous section Insect repellent spray may damage plastic and painted surfaces Do not spray insect repellent near machine Becareful not to spill fuel on machine F
46. ension should be adjusted if required BEFORE brakes are adjusted 1 Park tractor on a hard level surface 2 Stop the engine remove key wait for moving parts to stop 3 Place mower deck in LOWEST setting 4 Engage PTO drive lever 5 Check mower belt tension See Adjusting Mower Belt Tension in this section 6 Remove belt guard IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage ALL brakes MUST be adjusted There are THREE spindle brakes on the deck 7 Measure distance from brake surface A to pulley braking surface B Brake to Pulley Distance should be 2 3 mm 0 08 0 12 in 8 If adjustment is required turn nut C on end of brake rod D in correct direction to set brake at proper distance from pulley 9 Repeat on all brakes 10 Install belt guard Service Mower Page 33 SERVICE MOWER Checking Mower Blades A CAUTION Avoid injury Before adjusting Mower Belt Tension STOP engine Remove key Wait for all moving parts to STOP To check for a bent blade 1 Lower mower Measure distance between blade tip and flat ground surface 2 Turn blade 180 degrees Measure distance between blades other tip and flat ground surface 3 If the distance between the two measurements is more than 3 mm 1 8 in install new blade Servicing Mower Blades A CAUTION Avoid injury Be careful sharp edges on mower blades Always wear gloves when handl
47. equipment engine owner you should however be aware that John Deere may deny you warranty coverage if your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine to an authorized John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer as soon as a problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer or the John Deere Customer Communications Center 1 800 537 8233 JOHN DEERE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE LENGTH OF WARRANTY COVERAGE John Deere warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the lawn and garden equipment engine is Designed built and equipped so as to conform with all applicable regulations adopted by the California Air Resources Board CARB pursuant to its authority in Chapters 1 and 2 Part 5 Division 26 of the Health and Safety Code for 1995 and later equipment engines and all applicable regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA for 1997 and later equipment engines and Free from defects in materials and workmanship which can cause the failure of an emission warranted part for a period
48. erator s manual A It has many illustrations and detailed information on the safe and proper operation of your equipment B It gives troubleshooting procedures and specification information Step 2 Contact your dealer A Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer has the responsibility authority and ability to answer questions resolve problems and fulfill your parts and service needs B First discuss your questions or problems with your dealer s trained parts and service staff Step 3 Call the Customer Communications Center Scotts C It gives ordering information for parts catalogs service and technical manuals D If your questions are not answered in the operator s manual then go to Step 2 C If the parts and service people are unable to resolve your problem see the dealership manager or owner D If your questions or problems are not resolved by the dealer then go to Step 3 A Your authorized Scotts servicing dealer is the most efficient source in addressing any concern but if you are not able to resolve your problem after checking your operator s manual and contacting your dealer call the Customer Communications Center B For prompt effective service please have the following ready before you call The name of the dealer with whom you ve been working Your equipment model number Number of hours on machine if applicable Your 13 digit serial number which you recorded on the insi
49. ert bulb socket into housing push in and turn 1 4 turn clockwise to install 5 Lower hood Service Electrical Page 38 SERVICE ELECTRICAL Replacing Fuse 1 Open hood 2 Pull defective fuse A out of socket 3 Check metal clip in fuse window and discard fuse if clip is broken 4 Push new fuse into socket 5 Close hood Service Electrical Page 39 SERVICE MISCELLANEOUS Checking Tire Pressure Fuel A CAUTION Avoid injury Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Always maintain the correct tire pressure Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel When inflating tires use a clip on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly Check tires for low pressure cuts bubbles damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts 1 Check tires for damage 2 Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge 3 Add or remove air if necessary A CAUTION Avoid injury Handle fuel with care it is highly flammable and can cause serious injury or death DO NOT
50. es as to the quality performance or freedom from defect of the Scotts Brand Products Manufactured by John Deere covered by this warranty IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPLICABLE PERIOD OF WARRANTY SET FORTH ON THIS PAGE THE PURCHASER S ONLY REMEDIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE BREACH OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY WARRANTY ON THE SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY JOHN DEERE ARE THOSE SET FORTH ON THIS PAGE IN NO EVENT WILL THE DEALER JOHN DEERE OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH JOHN DEERE BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Note Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific Warranty legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state F NO DEALER WARRANTY THE SELLING DEALER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ITS OWN AND THE DEALER HAS NO AUTHORITY TO MAKE ANY REPRESENTATION OR PROMISE ON BEHALF OF JOHN DEERE OR TO MODIFY THE TERMS OR LIMITATIONS OF THIS WARRANTY IN ANY WAY G FAILURE DUE TO IMPROPER SET UP IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY H If further information is desired contact a servicing dealer For the location of servicing dealers in your area call 1 877 356 3698 LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW SCOTTS BRAND
51. ese 24 Certification Label 2 2 3 Chains Using TITE ipao hace 15 Cleaning Care Correct e oq est HF en 42 Cleaning Care Correct for Painted Metal Surfaces 42 Cold Weather Starting Tips 9 Controls Tractor eaan n aaa a 5 Controls Travel eee 10 Cutting Height Adjusting sess 16 D Dealer Setup a0 o abest e nate tu e doo 1 E Engine for Storage Preparing 51 Engine Oll esnan dee Be 24 Engine Oil and Filter Changing 25 Engine Starting 1 eio 9 Engine Stopping i i aieo eode incedo s e aaepe 10 Engine Warming and Idling 10 Equipment Avoid Using Ground Engaging 15 F Filter Replacing Fuel 1 iei etd ettet 28 Fuel otis eio oon defect denter 40 Fuel Filter 28 Tank FINE oo sacs ERR ERE 41 Fuse Replacing pip taii pee ae 39 G Grease oe eA AOL 29 31 H Headlight Bulb Replacing 38 Height Adjusting Cutting sees 16 I Implement Option Using Reverse 11 Installing Mower cioe tien eee teen 45 Interval Chart for Service 22 L 3 Leveling Mower Front to Rear 18 Leveling Mower Side to Side
52. f necessary Tire Size Pressure kPa psi Front 15 Inch 97 kPa 14 psi Rear 20 Inch 69 kPa 10 psi Assembly Page 2 SAFETY SIGNS Safety Alert Symbol Read and recognize safety information Be alert to the potential for personal injury when you see this safety alert symbol On your machine safety labels the words DANGER WARNING and CAUTION are used with this safety alert symbol DANGER identifies the most serious hazards In this manual the word CAUTION and this symbol call attention to safety messages Certification Your mower has been certified by an independent laboratory for compliance with American National Standard B 71 1 Safety Specifications for Power Lawn Mowers Lawn and Garden Tractors and Lawn Tractors Machine Safety Labels DANGER AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH M96445 Do not mow when children or others are around Do not mow in reverse Look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Drive up and down slopes not across Avoid sudden turns f machine stops going uphill stop blade and back down slowly Keep safety devices guards shields and switches in place and working Read operators manual When leaving machine Stop engine Set park brake Remove key DANGER POISON SHIELD EYES EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS O
53. hine before you operate Be sure hardware is tight Repair or replace damaged badly worn or missing parts Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place Make any necessary adjustments before you operate Clear work area of objects that might be thrown Keep people and pets out of the work area Stop machine if anyone enters the area f you hit an object stop the machine and inspect it Make repairs before you operate Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order DONCT leave machine unattended when it is running Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light Becareful of traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Donot wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine Safe operation requires your full attention Older adults are involved in a large percentage of riding mower accidents involving injury These operators should evaluate their ability to operate a mower safely enough to protect the operator and others from serious injury Park Safely Stop machine on a level surface not on a slope Disengage mower blades Lower attachments to the ground Engage park brake STOP engine Remove key Before you leave the operators seat wait for engine and all moving parts to STOP Rotating Blades are Dangerous Protect Children and Prevent Accidents PROTECT CHILDREN 8 52 P Never a
54. id machine damage Spindle brake engagement must be checked every time the mower belt tension is adjusted or belt damage may occur 1 Park tractor on a hard level surface 2 Stop the engine remove key wait for moving parts to stop 3 Place mower deck in LOWEST setting 4 Engage PTO drive lever 3 LUO ELI errem E mmm 5 Measure distance from bracket to washer on tension rod C Distance D should be 20 25 mm 0 78 0 98 in 6 If adjustment is required continue with Step 7 7 DISENGAGE PTO lever 8 Remove spring locking pin and washer E and disconnect tension rod from blade drive arm 9 Loosen lock nut F 10 Turn fitting on tension rod clockwise to shorten and counterclockwise to lengthen effective rod length 11 Tighten lock nut F to 27 Nem 20 Ib ft 12 Assemble tension rod and recheck dimension D 13 Check brake clearance See Adjusting Spindle Brake in this section Service Mower Page 32 SERVICE MOWER Adjusting Spindle Brake A CAUTION Avoid injury from rotating blades Mower blades must stop within 5 seconds after mower is turned off Check spindle brake measurement every 25 hours or once a year whichever comes first IMPORTANT damage Avoid machine damage and belt Spindle brake engagement must be checked and corrected every time the mower belt tension is adjusted Mower belt t
55. ing mower blades REMOVING MOWER BLADES 1 Raise mower deck to gain access to mower blades If necessary remove mower deck 2 Using a wooden block prevent mower blades from spinning WI ja 20 d M88119b 3 Loosen and remove cap screw A hardened washer B cupped blade washer C and blade D 4 Inspect blades sharpen balance or replace as necessary INSTALLING MOWER BLADES 1 Lightly lubricate cap screw threads with a general purpose grease or oil This lubrication is to prevent rusting and seizing M88112h 2 Position mower blade D with the cutting edge towards the ground onto the mower spindle 3 Install cupped blade washer C with cup side toward the blade 4 Install hardened washer B 5 Install and tighten cap screw A by hand until mower blade is in full contact fully seated with spindle 6 With mower blade blocked to prevent spinning tighten cap screws to 56 Nem 41 Ib ft Service Mower Page 34 SERVICE MOWER Sharpening Blades A CAUTION Avoid injury Wear goggles and gloves when you handle blades 1 Sharpen blades with grinder hand file or electric blade sharpener 2 Keep original bevel A when you grind 3 Blade should have 0 40 mm 1 64 in cutting edge B Balancing Blades A CAUTION Avoid injury Wear goggles and gloves when you handle blades 1 Clean blade 2 Put bla
56. ing nut E towards rear of tractor Tolower Turn lower adjusting nut E towards front of tractor 10 Tighten upper adjusting nut 11 Tighten clamping nut 12 Check side to side measurements and readjust if necessary Adjusting Mower Level Front to Rear A CAUTION Avoid injury before you adjust mower STOP engine remove key and wait for blades to STOP Be careful sharp edges on mower blades Always wear gloves when handling mower blades IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Make sure each front draft rod is equally tensioned The installed rods should exhibit identical amounts of movement between left and right rods If one rod moves more freely than the other the adjustment nut should be tightened until the movement of the assembly matches that of the other side 1 Park tractor on a hard level surface 2 Stop engine and remove key 3 CHECK Tire pressure must be correct See Checking Tire Pressure in Service Miscellaneous section 4 Turn blades so front blade tips A point straight forward 5 Measure from the front of each blade tip to the level surface The front blade tips must be 6 9 mm 1 4 3 8 in lower than rear blade tips or blades will cut grass twice and grass tips will turn brown 6 Turn nuts B on front draft rods C equally until adjustment is correct Turn nut clockwise to RAISE front of mower deck or counterclockwise to LOWER front
57. ing warning lights may need to be installed Adjusting Seat 1 Pivot seat forward on its mounting bracket 7 2 Loosen front seat knobs A 3 Slide forward or rearward on mounting bracket to desired position 4 Tighten seat knobs 5 Lower seat Using the Park Brake A CAUTION Avoid injury Always LOCK park brake before getting off tractor or leaving tractor unattended LOCKING PARK BRAKE 1 Push and hold foot pedal A all the way down 2 Move park brake lever B forward then to the left to lock position 3 Remove foot from pedal Pedal should not return to the up position Operating Machine Page 8 OPERATING MACHINE UNLOCKING PARK BRAKE 1 Push and hold foot pedal A all the way down 2 Move park brake lever B to the right then to the rear 3 Remove foot from pedal Pedal should return to the up position Starting Engine A CAUTION Avoid injury Start engine ONLY outdoors or in a well ventilated place Exhaust fumes are dangerous IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Do not operate starter more than 20 seconds at a time or you may damage it If engine does not start Wait two minutes before you try again See Troubleshooting section NOTE Engine will not start unless PTO lever is DISENGAGED park brake is LOCKED or brake pedal pushed down The transmission shift lever should be in N NEUTRAL position 1
58. ion To avoid injury grasp lift lever securely and release lock slowly 1 STOP engine LOCK park brake DISENGAGE PTO lever turn key to the OFF position and remove key 2 Raise mower lift lever to highest position 3 Put wood blocks under each side of mower 7 Remove spring locking pins and washers D from front 4 Lower mower lift lever to lowest position bringing deck draft rods E and remove draft arms from front axle down onto blocks brackets Store draft arms with mower 5 Remove mower deck drive belt from tractor engine pulley on each side from rear draft brackets G 9 Raise mower deck lift lever to highest position and remove wood blocks 10 Pull deck out from under tractor 6 Remove spring locking pin and washer A holding tension rod B to blade drive arm C Removing Mower Page 44 INSTALLING MOWER Installing Mower A CAUTION Avoid injury Before installing mower on machine STOP engine Remove key Wait for all moving parts to STOP Mower blades are sharp To avoid injury always wear gloves when handling mower deck Mower lift lever under tension To avoid injury grasp lift lever securely and release lock slowly 1 STOP engine LOCK park brake DISENGAGE PTO lever turn key to the OFF position and remove key 2 Raise mower deck lift lever to the UPPER position 3 Turn steering wheel fully to the lef
59. ions Although fuels blended with alcohol or ether allow your engine to run cleaner they may contribute to fuel system damage and performance problems by causing gum and varnish deposits especially if fuel is stored for several weeks or more Using clean fresh fuel will help to prevent damage to the fuel system and will help maintain peak engine performance If engine performance problems occur use fuel from another supplier before suspecting machine problems Suppliers blend fuels differently and changing suppliers will generally solve any performance problems Using Fresh Fuel and Stabilizers The best thing you can do to ensure peak performance of your engine is to use fresh fuel Your tractor s engine will perform well with most good quality fresh fuels regardless of additives Any fuel will begin to deteriorate and evaporate over time and begin to form gum and varnish deposits in the fuel system Help to avoid this by buying only enough fuel to last approximately 30 days or add fuel stabilizer immediately Adding a fuel stabilizer to the fuel system is recommended any time the tractor will not be operated for more than 60 days Varnish deposits may build up in the carburetor in as little as a few weeks by using stale oxygenated fuel No stabilizer will work with stale fuel any fuel that is more than 30 days old See Preparing Your Engine For Storage in this section for information on adding stabilizer to the fuel
60. l prevent most foreign material from entering the tank Octane Rating Regular grade 87 octane unleaded fuel is recommended for use in your tractor Higher octane fuels will seldom make your tractor perform better If your tractor develops a starting or performance problem immediately after use of new fuel change supplier or fuel brand If the problem still exists after switching fuel see your John Deere dealer for service Fuel Blends Fuels are blended to give peak performance during cold weather and warm weather For cold weather gasoline is specially blended to provide better starting capabilities However avoid prolonged storage of cold weather blended fuel because it will evaporate more quickly You may experience longer cranking times in cold weather with old fuel Buy smaller amounts of cold weather blended fuel in winter Fuels used during the summer are not required to provide improved starting properties so they are blended differently As a result you may experience hard starting or other performance problems during cold weather if you use fuel remaining from summer uses Oxygenated or Reformulated Fuels Many areas are now required to add oxygenates either alcohol or ether which blend oxygen into the fuel to help reduce exhaust emissions If you use oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement DO NOT use fuel that contains methanol to avoid producing excess emiss
61. light coat of engine oil to pivot and wear points to prevent rust 7 Lubricate grease points 8 Make sure tires are properly inflated Preparing Engine For Storage NOTE Properly preparing your tractor engine for storage will make it easier to start the following season Engine storage procedure should be used if vehicle is not used for longer than 60 days There are two satisfactory methods of preparing the engine for storage running the engine completely dry of fuel or filling the fuel tank with a mixture of fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer Running engine dry of fuel NOTE Try to anticipate the last time the tractor will be used for the season so very little fuel is left in the fuel tank 1 Park tractor in a well ventilated area Engage park brake and disengage PTO Turn on engine and allow to run until it runs out of fuel Turn key to OFF position a A CO Inm Continue with Preparing Engine Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank 1 Park tractor in a well ventilated area IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage Be sure fuel is fresh when adding fuel stabilizer Fuel stabilizers are ineffective when added to fuels that are more than 30 days old 2 Mix fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer in separate container Follow stabilizer instructions for mixing NOTE Filling the fuel tank reduces the amount of air in the fuel tank and helps reduce deterioration of fuel 3 Fill fuel tank with stabilized fuel
62. m temperature and time sensitive valves and switches Above Systems Electronic controls Hoses belts connectors and assemblies Since emission related parts may vary slightly from model to model certain models may not contain all of these parts and certain models may contain functionally equivalent parts WARRANTY SERVICE AND CHARGES Warranty service shall be provided during customary business hours at any authorized John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer located within the United States of America Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner including diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer Any parts replaced under this warranty shall become the property of John Deere MAINTENANCE WARRANTY COVERAGE a Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted as to defects for the warranty period Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty shall be warranted for the remaining warranty period b Any warranted part which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as necessary shall be warranted as to defects for the warranty period Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty shall be warranted for the re
63. maining warranty period c Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted as to defects only for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement for that part Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part d Normal maintenance replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems which are being done at the customers expense may be performed by any repair establishment or individual however warranty repairs must be performed by an authorized John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer e Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in the performance of any non warranty maintenance or repairs and shall not reduce the warranty obligations of John Deere CONSEQUENTIAL WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage shall extend to the failure of any engine components caused by the failure of any warranted part still under warranty LIMITATIONS This Emission Control System Warranty shall NOT cover any of the following a Repair or replacement required as a result of i misuse or neglect ii improper maintenance or unapproved modifications iii repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly installed iv use of replacement parts or accessories not conforming to John Deere specifications which adversel
64. n the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments running to allow oil to be distributed throughout engine 8 Be sure all shields and guards are in place Storing Machine Page 52 SPECIFICATIONS Engine Engine nh nh n hh hh Briggs amp Stratton Horsepower SAE1349 3 352303 ei oe ie ead oe ee eet Ola ERES RR Ei gr 18 6 kW 25 hp Displacement 2 2 eek i aa a eee x eae emm a ee a 724 cc 44 2 cu in Crankcase Capacity Without Filter eee 1 8 L 1 75 qt Crankcase Capacity With Filter 00 cee ees 1 9 L 2 qt Spark Plug Gap 224 Maes Maid Sah ee eee ee 0 76 mm 0 030 in Cylinders 22 tein ee Tid eee Vee tees eet Two Oil Filler Parte Dae eee LA EA D I Yes Alt Pitter nfo PETIT Dry Replaceable Foam Transmission odd ei TA See a aah te de a ee tld Hydrostatic Transaxle Manufacturer 2 26 ec te Rl awe bbe aba ee ee ee ea Tuff Travel Speed Forward 1 ccc eee hn 0 8 5 km h 0 5 3 mph Travel Speed Reverse 0 00 c cece eee ee eee hh nnn 0 4 7 km h 0 2 9 mph Electrical System Charging System eine xe Rr EGRE Dual Circuit AC DC Charging System Capacity 0 ccc hh hh hh hh nnns 2 4 Amp Battery Volt ge 2
65. ngine oil Service air filter pre cleaner Clean air intake screen Every 50 Hours Inspect muffler Every 100 Hours Check tighten loose hardware Adjust drive belt tension Clean engine cooling fins Replace engine oil filter Replace spark plugs Replace air filter paper cartridge Every Season Adjust blade belt tension Service air filter pre cleaner Clean air screen Replace spark plugs Replace fuel filter Before Storage Check tighten loose hardware Lubricate front axle and mower spindles Clean battery terminals Change engine oil Inspect muffler Service Interval Chart Page 22 SERVICE INTERVAL CHART Service Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED Service Interval Chart Page 23 SERVICE ENGINE Adjusting Carburetor NOTE Carburetor is calibrated by the engine manufacturer and should not require any adjustments If engine is operated at altitudes above 1829 m 6 000 ft some carburetors may require a special high altitude main jet See your John Deere dealer Possible engine surging will occur at high rpm with no load with transmission in N neutral and mower blade engagement lever disengaged This is a normal condition due to the emission control system If engine is hard to start or runs rough check the Troubleshooting section of this manu
66. on the latest information at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice COPYRIGHTO 1999 Deere amp Co John Deere Worldwide Commercial and Consumer Equipment Division Horicon WI All rights reserved OMGX10722 K9 Table of Contents ASSEMBLY Identify Parts A Operators Manual B Safety Video C of Hardware D Key Bag of Hardware 2 8 16 Bolts Battery 2 M8x16 Nuts Battery Connect and Check Battery A CAUTION Avoid injury DO NOT attempt to open add fluid or service battery Any attempt to do so will void warranty and lead to possible injury A CAUTION Avoid injury Prevent Battery Explosions Keep sparks lighted matches and open flame away from the top of battery Battery gas can explode Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts Use a volt meter or hydrometer Do not charge a frozen battery it may explode Warm battery to 16 C 60 F IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage This battery comes fully charged If the mower is not used by the Service Expiration Date indicated on the battery charge the battery See Charging the Battery in the Service Electrical section NOTE Do not remove the BLACK negative protective cap at this time 1 Remove and discard the RED positive protective cap from the positive battery terminal 2 Conne
67. pe off filter tray with a clean cloth 8 Lightly oil filler gasket with fresh clean oil 9 Install replacement oil filter Turn oil filter to the right clockwise until rubber gasket contacts filter adapter Tighten filter an additional one half turn 10 Remove dipstick B and refill with new oil of recommended grade See Engine Oil in this section 11 Check oil level For correct procedure see Checking Oil Level in this section 12 0 level must be between ADD and FULL marks Do not overfill 13 Install and tighten dipstick Lower hood 14 Start engine and check for oil leaks Correct any leaks before operating 15 Run engine at idle for 30 seconds Stop engine Wait 30 seconds and check oil level 16 If necessary add oil to bring level to FULL mark on dipstick Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage To extend engine life when operating mower in extreme heat dust or other severe conditions it may be necessary to check replace air cleaner more frequently 1 Lift hood 2 Clean any dirt and debris from the air cleaner before removing cover 3 Loosen knob A and remove cover B Service Engine Page 26 SERVICE ENGINE IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage To prevent engine damage DO NOT allow any foreign objects to fall into the carburetor air intake C N N RRR AREER SESE
68. pecific legal rights and you may also have some rights which vary from state to state NO DEALER WARRANTY The selling dealer makes no warranty of it s own and the dealer has no authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of John Deere or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way PRO RATA MONTHS OF ADJUSTMENT NOTE If your battery is not labeled with a warranty code it is a warranty code B Warranty Code Warranty Period A 40 Months B 36 Months C 24 Months Warranty Page 58 INDEX A Par Cleaner Elements su oett e udi 26 Air Intake Screen Cleaning 27 B Battery and Terminals Cleaning 36 Battery Charging the oec teinte es 37 Battery Checking 36 Battery Removing and Installing 36 Battery Using Booster uie me deae 38 Belt Tension Adjusting Mower 32 Belt Replacing Mower Drive 32 Blades Balancing 35 Blades Checking Mower 34 Blades Servicing Mower Removing and Installing 34 Blades Sharpening 35 Brake Adjusting Spindle 33 Brake Using the Park 8 Brakes Adjusting Gear sese 30 Carburetor Adjusting e
69. rvice The applicable adjustment period is determined from the Warranty Code printed at the top of the battery and chart below Installation costs are not covered by warranty after 90 days from the date of purchase THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER A Breakage of the container cover or terminals B Depreciation or damage caused by lack of reasonable and necessary maintenance or by improper maintenance C Transportation mailing or service call charges for warranty service LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASER S REMEDIES To the extent permitted by law neither John Deere nor any company affiliated with it makes any warranties representations or promises as to the quality performance or freedom from defect of the products covered by this warranty IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT APPLICABLE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE APPLICABLE ADJUSTMENT PERIOD SET FORTH HERE THE PURCHASER S ONLY REMEDIES IN CONNECTION WITH THE BREACH OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY WARRANTY ON JOHN DEERE BATTERIES ARE THOSE SET FORTH HERE IN NO EVENT WILL THE DEALER JOHN DEERE OR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH JOHN DEERE BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Note Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages So these limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you s
70. sh brake pedal down 1 Operator on seat 2 Lock the park brake 3 Push PTO lever A forward to ENGAGE 4 Try to start engine 5 Engine MUST NOT start If engine starts there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit See your Authorized Service Center dU TOT Test 3 1 Operator on seat 3 Pull PTO lever A back to DISENGAGE 4 Put transmission shift lever N NEUTRAL position 5 Start engine and move throttle lever C to FAST 49 speed position 6 Release brake slowly 7 Raise up off of seat DO NOT get off tractor 8 Engine will begin to stop If engine does not begin to stop there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit See your Authorized Service Center Test 5 1 Operator on seat 3 Pull PTO lever A back to DISENGAGE 4 Start engine and move throttle lever B to HALF SPEED 9 position 2 Lock the park brake 5 Push PTO lever A forward to ENGAGE 6 Move throttle lever to FAST 49 speed position 7 Raise up off of seat DO NOT get off tractor 8 Engine will begin to stop If engine does not begin to stop there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit See your Authorized Service Center Operating Machine Page 13 OPERATING MACHINE 3 Pull PTO lever A back to DISENGAGE 4 Start engine and move throttle lever B to FAST 49 sp
71. ssume that children will remain where you last saw them Children are attracted to mowing activity stay alert to the presence of children Keep children in the house when you are operating the machine Turn machine off if a child enters the mowing area Use extra care when you come to blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your vision e DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate the machine DO carry or let children ride on machine or any attachment DO NOT tow children in a cart or trailer HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS Be alert at all times drive forward carefully People especially children can move quickly into the mowing area before you know it Backcarefully Disengage mower blades and look behind the machine carefully especially for children before you back up DO NOT mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary Disengage mower blades when you are not mowing DONCT operate machine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol Operating Machine Page 6 OPERATING MACHINE Avoid Tipping DONCT drive where machine could slip or tip Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards in the terrain Keep away from drop offs Slow down before you make a sharp turn or operate on a slope When pulling loads or using heavy equipment use only approved hitches limit loads to those you can safely control and
72. t Carefully slide the mower deck under the right side of the tractor with the mower discharge to tractors right side taking care to avoid interference of the rear draft arms with the underside of the tractor 4 Lower mower lift lever to the LOWEST position Picture Note Left side of tractor shown 5 Position the deck so the rear draft arms A are between the guide rods B and the lift arms C 6 Lift the mower deck Place wood blocks under each side of mower deck and align the holes in the front of the rear draft brackets D with the holes in the frame bracket E 7 Insert rear draft pins F through rear draft arms and frame bracket from the outboard side Secure with spring locking pins Picture Note Front of left hand front wheel shown 8 Insert angled end of front draft rod assemblies G through holes in front axle brackets H NOTE The draft rod assemblies are inserted from the inside of the mower deck brackets toward the outside of the bracket 9 Raise front of deck and block Insert angled end of front draft rods into forward holes on the front brackets I of the mower deck 10 Secure each draft rod with flat washer and spring locking pin J Picture Note Shown from behind L H front wheel 11 Pull down on left hand side of belt guide K and rotate away from engine pulley L Install belt M onto pulley and return guide to original position Insure
73. t charge Bad battery cell s Poor cable connections Faulty regulator rectifier Mower blades will not rotate Obstruction in clutch mechanism or blades Worn damaged mower drive belt Frozen idler pulley Frozen blade mandrel Troubleshooting Page 48 TROUBLESHOOTING IF CHECK Engine Stops When Shift Lever Is Moved To The R REVERSE Position and Attachment Is Engaged Normal condition See Using Reverse Implement Option in the OPERATING section Mower IF CHECK Discharge Chute Plugging Belt worn or installed incorrectly Grass too wet Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Worn bent or loose blade Mower deck not level Engine rpm too low Travel speed too fast Low uneven tire pressure Blades improperly installed Improper blades used Patches Of Grass Uncut Travel speed too fast Engine rpm too low Belt Slipping Debris in sheaves Worn belt Too Much Vibration Worn bent or loose blade s Bent blade spindle Damaged drive belt Blades Scalping Grass Cutting too low Turning speed too fast Ridges in terrain Rough or uneven terrain Low tire pressure Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly Bent blade s Uneven Cut Mower not level Travel speed too fast Blades dull bent or loose Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly Buildup of grass leaves and trash under mower Bent
74. t the emission control system on your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system the ignition system and catalytic converter Also included may be hoses belts connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists John Deere will repair your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE In California the 1995 and later utility and lawn and garden equipment engines are warranted for two years In other states 1997 and later model year equipment engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by John Deere OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owners manual John Deere recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your utility or lawn and garden equipment engine but John Deere cannot deny warranty solely for lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the utility or lawn and garden
75. tolen You also need to give these numbers to your dealer when you order parts ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER B Right side of engine Introduction TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents Aesaibly i cente ct teh ot ctu ctia Hd LL LLLA A Aet pae LM LLL Lo 1 rii EO A DD HERUM EEUU LII UU 3 GS o cop Re Lc a Mi iud RM E eI EN EE 5 Operating Machine bte o ati asta ca eeu tam cer 6 Operating 16 Replacement 20 Service Machine Salely o b ea du UR e d eae de oes 21 service inten val Dat as uu nasce o 22 Service ENGINE ah soe e dto odio ep iret bb to de Geb M ad so 24 Service Steering and Brakes eee 29 Service MOWGL ELSE DE Meu dw M ML PME E 31 Service Electricals 36 Service a Te doi 40 Removing MOWER seteno LS 44 A A MM A 45 Rice Plerique 47 Storing PACING sie Ae et al a aah 51 gc 53 cca cee O 55 ie e Tc 59 SGNICE Hilera 61 All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based
76. ts Engine Oil ees Doe Oe Ae eA Muse ete eee API Service Classification SG or SF Gredse Sate Ae ceed Ton SAE Multi Purpose EP Grease Specifications and design subject to change without notice Specifications Page 54 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS Manufactured by John Deere U S Only A GENERAL PROVISIONS The warranties described below are provided by John Deere Company John Deere to the original purchasers of new Scotts Brand Products Manufactured by John Deere Under these warranties John Deere will repair or replace at its option any covered part which is found to be defective in material or workmanship during the applicable warranty term Warranty service must be performed by a dealer or service center authorized by John Deere to Service the type of product involved which will use only new or remanufactured parts or components furnished by John Deere Warranty Service will be performed without charge to the purchaser for parts or labor The purchaser will be responsible however for any service call and or transportation of product to and from the dealer s or service center s place of business for any premium charged for overtime labor requested by the purchaser and for any service and or maintenance not directly related to any defect covered under the warranties below B WHAT IS WARRANTED All parts of any new Scotts Brand Product Manufactured by John Deere except b
77. ttery in this section Service Electrical Page 37 SERVICE ELECTRICAL 2 Connect positive charger cable to positive battery terminal 3 Connect negative charger cable to negative battery terminal 4 Plug in charger cord 5 Charge battery using a 12 Volt battery charger at a rate of 6 10 amperes for a minimum of 1 hour and no more than 2 hours 6 Unplug charger cord Remove charger cables 7 Install battery See Removing and Installing Battery in this section Using Booster Battery A CAUTION Avoid injury Battery gas is explosive DO NOT smoke while you charge battery Keep all flames and sparks away DO NOT charge frozen battery DO NOT connect booster battery negative cable to starting vehicle negative terminal 1 Connect positive booster cable to booster battery positive post D TO ENGINE GROUND VEHICLE BATTERY BOOSTER BATTERY 2 Connect the other end of positive booster cable to vehicle battery positive post A 3 Connect negative booster cable to booster battery negative post C 4 Connect the other end of negative booster cable B to engine ground away from battery Replacing Headlight Bulb 1 Lift hood 2 2 Push in and turn bulb socket A 1 4 turn counterclockwise to remove 3 Replace defective bulb with a new bulb 4 Ins
78. uel may damage surface Wipe up spilled fuel immediately Operating Machine Page 14 OPERATING MACHINE Avoid Using Ground Engaging Equipment IMPORTANT Avoid machine damage This tractor is NOT intended for use with ground engaging equipment Use of such equipment could result in damage to transmission components This tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging equipment such as a rear tiller disk blade or plow Using Front Weights A CAUTION Avoid injury Tractor front wheel weights improve stability in most slope operation To avoid injury add front wheel weights for better front end stability and steering when using a rear mounted attachment Install front wheel weights two required for better stability and steering control when you use equipment such as the rear mounted grass bagger or dumpcart See your Authorized Service Center for Front Weights Remove front wheel weights when not required Using Rear Wheel Weights Use of rear wheel weights is recommended for improved traction when an attachment such as snowthrower or blade is used See your Authorized Service Center for Rear Weights Using Tire Chains Tire chains are recommended for use with snowthrower and under certain conditions the front blade See your Authorized Service Center for Tire Chains Transporting Do not tow machine Use a heavy duty trailer to transport your machine Raise mower deck to
79. use counterweights or wheel weights when required per this manual or your attachment manual Drive up and down a hill not across Be careful when you change direction on a slope NOT stop when going up hill or down hill If machine stops going up hill DISENGAGE mower blades and back down slowly DO NOT mow wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding DONOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Keep Riders Off Only allow the operator on the machine Keep riders off even if blades are shut off Riders on the machine or attachment may be struck by foreign objects or thrown off the machine causing serious injury Riders obstruct the operator s view resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner Wear Appropriate Clothing Q c5 as Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate for the job Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs Operating Machine Page 7 OPERATING MACHINE Transport Safely TAR NON aq Use safety lights and devices Slow moving machines when driven on public roads are hard to see especially at night Avoid personal injury or death resulting from a collision with a vehicle Whenever driving on public roads use flashing warning lights and turn signals according to local regulations Extra flash
80. with the product EQUIPMENT USE WARRANTY TERM 1 IN RESIDENTIAL Private Homeowner 24 Months APPLICATION 2 IN ANY OTHER APPLICATION 90 Days Each warranty term begins on the date of product sale to the purchaser C WHAT IS NOT WARRANTED JOHN DEERE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING 1 Used products 2 Any product that has been altered or modified in ways not approved by John Deere 3 Depreciation or damage caused by normal wear lack of reasonable and proper maintenance failure to follow operating instructions misuse lack of proper protection during storage or accident 4 Normal maintenance parts and service D SECURING WARRANTY SERVICE To secure warranty service the purchaser must 1 report the product defect to an authorized dealer and request repair or replacement within the applicable warranty term 2 present evidence of the warranty start date and 3 make the product available to the dealer or service center within a reasonable period of time E LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND OTHER REMEDIES SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY JOHN DEERE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW NEITHER JOHN DEERE NOR ANY COMPANY AFFILIATED WITH IT MAKES ANY WARRANTIES REPRESENTATIONS CONDITIONS OR PROMISES RESPECTING THE SCOTTS BRAND PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY JOHN DEERE Page 55 WARRANTY AND COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED ABOVE THIS EXCLUSION INCLUDES FUNDAMENTAL TERMS REPR
81. y affect performance and or durability v alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by John Deere b Replacement parts other services and adjustments necessary for normal maintenance c Transportation to and from the John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer or service calls made by the Retailer LIMITED LIABILITY a The liability of John Deere under this Emission Control System Warranty is limited solely to the remedying of defects in materials or workmanship This warranty does not cover inconvenience or loss of use of the utility or lawn and garden equipment engine or transportation of the engine to or from the John Deere Commercial and Consumer Equipment Retailer JOHN DEERE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY OTHER EXPENSE LOSS OR DAMAGE WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL EXCEPT AS LISTED ABOVE UNDER COVERAGE OR EXEMPLARY ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE UTILITY OR LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE b NO EXPRESS EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IS GIVEN BY JOHN DEERE WITH RESPECT TO THE ENGINE EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY SET FORTH IN THIS DOCUMENT ANY EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY IMPLIED BY LAW INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IS EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY TERMS SET FORTH IN THIS DOCUMENT c No dealer is authorized to modify this Federal California and John

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