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MIF Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary. Inspect machine 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. If you hit an object, stop and inspect the machine. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order. DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is running. Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
Be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating the machine.
Safe operation requires your full attention. Park Safely Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope. Disengage PTO. Apply park brake. Before you leave the operator's station, wait for engine and all moving parts to STOP.
Use Seat Belt Properly. MIF PROTECT CHILDREN: Never assume 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. DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate the machine. DO NOT 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. Back carefully.
Shut off PTO and look behind the machine carefully, ESPECIALLY FOR CHILDREN, before you back up. DO NOT mow in reverse unless it is absolutely necessary. Shut off PTO when you are not mowing. DO NOT operate machine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Operator Training Required Study operating section of this manual before operating the machine. Operate machine in an open, unobstructed area under the direction of an experienced operator. Learn the use of all controls.
Operator experience is required to learn the moving, stopping, turning and other operating characteristics of the machine. Avoid Tipping DO NOT 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 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. DO NOT stop when going up hill or down hill. If machine stops going up hill, STOP PTO and back down slowly. DO NOT mow wet grass.
Reduced traction could cause sliding. Check Wheel Bolts A serious accident could occur causing serious injury if wheel bolts are not tight. Check wheel bolt tightness at the following interval: After 3 hours of operation. After 10 hours of operation. Often during the first 100 hours of operation. Keep Riders Off Only allow the operator on the machine.
Keep riders 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. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!
When the tractor is being serviced or when not in use, the key switch should be in 'OFF' position and the key removed. With the key switch in the 'PREHEAT/Cold Starting' position, follow the 'Cold Starting' procedure as shown on the label located immediately below the key switch. A - ' PREHEAT/Cold Starting' Position - Rotate the key to this position to allow the engine to preheat.
The engine should not run. B - ' OFF' Position - With the key in this position, all switched power is off, and the the engine should not run. C - ' RUN' Position - Rotate the key to this position and the Engine Oil Pressure Light and Battery Charging Lights should illuminate. You will also hear a CLICKING noise when the engine fuel shut-off solenoid engages. D - ' START' Position - Rotate the key to this position to allow the starter to engage the engine flywheel and start the engine. When the key is released, it will automatically return to the 'RUN' position, and the engine will continue to run. Using Light Switch A - All lights OFF B - Warning flasher lights ON C - (Field Position) Headlights, tailights, and any optional work lights ON.
M97702 A - Tachometer - Shows engine speed in increments of 100 rpm. Example: If needle is pointing at 20, (20 x 100) = 2000 rpm. Slow idle speed = 925 rpm Rated speed = 2600 rpm Fast idle speed = 2810 rpm B - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge - When the needle of this gauge moves to the RED zone, it is indicating that the engine coolant is approaching dangerously hot temperatures. If this happens, reduce engine load immediately. Reduce engine RPM to idle speed and check for obstructions blocking air flow to the radiator. Clean grille and if needle continues to stay in RED zone, stop engine.
Allow engine to cool, check coolant level, and add coolant if necessary. C - Engine Oil Pressure Light - This light should illuminate when the ignition key switch is in the ON position with the engine not running, and also when engine oil pressure is too low with the engine running. STOP engine if this light illuminates with engine running. D - Park Brake Light - This light should illuminate when the parking brake is set and locked. E - Alternator/Battery Charging Light - This light should illuminate when the ignition key switch is in the ON position with the engine not running, and when the alternator output is too low with the engine running. If this light does illuminate with the engine running, increase engine speed by moving throttle lever to the full throttle position.
F - Hour Meter - Shows total number of accumulated running hours. Use the hour meter as a guide when servicing various components of this tractor. G - Fuel Gauge - Shows approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. Includes Full marker, Half-Full marker and Empty marker. Using Throttle.
M97652 c CAUTION: Avoid injury! To prevent accidental turning or possible tipping, always connect the left and right brake pedals together so that braking force is applied equally to both sides. Connect both brake pedals together in to use as one normal driving brake. Rotate the brake pedal latch (A) clockwise until it locks to the RH turn brake pedal (B). With latch down, brakes should stop tractor in a straight line without pulling to the left or right. If pulling continues with pedals locked together, it indicates that the brakes may not be equally adjusted. See your John Deere Dealer.
Using Brake Pedals to Assist In Turning M97652 c CAUTION: Avoid injury! To prevent tipping, do not apply turn brakes at high speeds. Slow down before making a turn. Do not apply turn brakes while an implement is engaged with the ground. Damage to the three-point hitch and attachment may occur. NOTE: Turn brake pedals can be used for tighter turns.
Using turn brake pedals may also avoid unecessary backing. Unlock and rotate brake pedal latch (A) counterclockwise until it stops against the LH turn brake pedal (C). The brake pedals should now function independently from each other. To make a tighter left turn, depress LH turn brake pedal (C). To make a tighter right turn, depress RH turn brake pedal (B).
Using The Park Brake. 'O' (Open-Vertical as shown) position: Fuel shut-off valve must be in the full OPEN position for proper fuel delivery to the engine.
Starting Engine c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. ONLY start engine outdoors or in a well ventilated place. Tractor is equipped with an intake air heater system. To avoid an explosion, never use starting fluid to start engine. Avoid possible injury or death from a machine runaway.
Do not start engine by shorting across the starter terminals. Machine will start in gear and move if normal circuitry is bypassed. Start engine only from the operator's seat with transmission in NEUTRAL. NEVER start an engine while standing on the ground. NOTE: If temperature is below 5° C (40° F), refer to Cold Weather Starting procedure using the Intake Air Heater System in this section. Check the fuel tank and fill if necessary.
Observe area under tractor. Look for symptoms of engine, hydraulic, or transmisssion oil leaks.
Check all fluid oil levels and fill to proper level if necessary. See SERVICE sections of this manual for oil level checking and fill procedures. Check fuel shut-off valve. Valve must be in the 'O' (open-vertical) position. Lock both brake pedals together using the brake pedal lock latch (A). Lift up park brake lever and while holding in up position, firmly depress both brake pedals.
Release lever and remove foot from pedals. Both pedals should now stay in down (park brake set/lock) position.
Place gear shift lever (B) in the 'N' (NEUTRAL) position, mid PTO lever (C) (optional equipment), and rear PTO lever (D), in the DISENGAGED/OFF position (as shown). Push rockshaft control lever (E) forward to lower any implement to the ground and to prevent sudden lift at start-up. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not operate starter more than 20 seconds. If engine does not start, wait 2 minutes before retrying or starter may be damaged.
If engine does not start after four tries, see Electrical Problems in TROUBLESHOOTING section. Depress the clutch pedal. Turn ignition key clockwise from RUN to the START position. As the engine begins running, release the key. The key should return to the RUN position. If the key is released before the engine begins to run, wait until starter and engine stop rotating before trying to start again.
Cold Weather Starting Aids RECOMMENDATIONS: Install optional engine block heater if you operate tractor in temperatures below -18° C (0° F). Install optional hydraulic oil heater if you operate tractor in temperatures below -18° C (0° F). Cold Weather Starting Procedure Using Intake Air Heater System c CAUTION: Avoid injury!
Tractor is equipped with an intake air heater system. To avoid an explosion, never use starting fluid to start engine. Tractor is equipped with an intake air heater system. An electric heating element warms the intake air. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!
In cold weather, run engine a few minutes to allow engine oil and transmission hydraulic oil to warm-up. Do NOT place tractor under full load until it is properly warmed up. NOTE: Allowing engine to idle for long periods of time will waste fuel and cause a build up of carbon. Set engine speed between 1200-1500 rpm. Run engine for 5 minutes without load. Run engine for 5 minutes at approximately 1900 rpm, under a light load. Normal engine operation during warm-up: Engine is louder.
Blue-white exhaust smoke. Amount depends on outside air temperature. Idling The Engine NOTE: Allowing engine to idle for long periods of time will waste fuel and cause a build up of carbon. To idle engine for short length of time: 1. Set/lock the park brake. PULL hand throttle lever rearward to slow idle speed (925 rpm) position.
Restarting An Engine That Has Stalled Should the engine stall when operating under load; 1. Depress clutch. Move transmission gear shift lever to 'N' NEUTRAL position, and PTO lever(s) to the DISENGAGED/OFF position.
Restart engine immediately to prevent abnormal heat build-up, and continue with normal operation, or set engine speed at slow idle speed for 1 or 2 minutes before stopping. Restarting An Engine That Has Run Out Of Fuel.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not operate starter more than 20 seconds. If engine does not start, wait 2 minutes before you try again or you may damage starter. NOTE: Fuel system is self bleeding. Crank engine to allow system to bleed itself. Check fuel tank and fill as required.
Observe fuel filter. Make sure fuel shut-off valve lever (A) on fuel filter is in the ' O' (open) position. Fuel is gravity fed into fuel filter. Fuel should be visible in the sediment bowl. After cranking engine for a maximum of 20 seconds and engine still has not started, prevent starter damage by waiting at least 2 minutes before restarting.
Stopping Engine. Stop moving tractor. Move PTO lever(s) (A) down to DISENGAGED/OFF position (as shown).
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Move transmission gear shift lever to 'N' (NEUTRAL) position. Lower all attached equipment to ground by pushing rockshaft control lever forward, and/or pulling selective control valve lever rearward. (See Using Three-Point Hitch, or Using Hydraulic Selective Control Valve (SCV) in this section). C CAUTION: Avoid injury!
To avoid injury or property damage, do not leave tractor unattended, engine running or stopped, with the speed range selector in the 'N' position unless the parking brake is set. The 'N' position puts the tractor in a free-wheeling mode. Set/lock park brake. Pull hand throttle lever all the way back rearward to slow idle speed (925 rpm) position. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage!
Do not stop engine immediately after hard or extended operation. Keep engine running at 1500 rpm for about 2 minutes to prevent heat build-up. Let engine idle for approximately 2 minutes. Turn ignition key switch to the OFF position. Operating Differential Lock c CAUTION: Avoid injury!
To prevent tipping, do NOT engage differential lock with following conditions: Turning on slopes or hills. Operating tractor at high speeds. Turning tractor at high speeds. The differential lock is used to provide better traction when rear wheels start to slip. Engaging differential lock will lock right and left side rear axles together and cause both rear wheels to turn at equal speeds for maximum traction. M97645 The 2-wheel drive (2WD) / 4-wheel drive lever (A) enables the tractor to be operated in two or four-wheel drive. When the lever is pushed forward by the operator, the mechanical front wheel drive axle is connected as shown on decal symbol (B), to the power train.
C CAUTION: Avoid injury! 4WD greatly increases traction, increasing possibility of a tip-over while driving on slopes. Extra caution is needed on slopes to maintain traction. When driving on icy, wet or graveled surfaces, reduce speed and be sure tractor is properly ballasted to avoid skidding and loss of steering control.
Engage 4WD (if equipped). Depress clutch pedal (C) and stop tractor motion, before attempting to shift range shift lever (B) or gear shift lever (A). Place or ensure that gear shift lever (A) is in the 'N' position before changing range shift lever (B). Choose low (L) or high (H) range on the range shift lever (B), to match the conditions the tractor will be used for: 'L' - High power/low speed operations such as tilling hard soil, mowing high grass, positioning backhoe, etc. 'H' - Operations including moderate tilling, hauling, mowing, high speed operations such as transport, and light mowing. Choose a gear on the gear shift lever (B) that matches the immediate speed/power requirements: 1st Gear - High loads/power and slow speed operations.
2nd Gear - Low-to-medium power and speed operations. 3rd Gear - Medium-to-high power and speed operations. 4th Gear - High speed and light loads/power operations. Reverse - Backing up and positioning operations. Selecting A Gear The tractor may be operated in any gear with engine speeds between 925 rpm and 2810 rated engine rpm. Within these limits, the engine can be placed under varying load operations.
For light load operations, use higher gear and lower engine speed. This saves fuel and reduces wear. Never overload engine by lugging tractor at low idle speeds. Raise engine speed to match expected loads. If a slight increase in engine rpm occurs simultaneously with moving hand throttle lever forward, the engine is not overloaded. Release clutch pedal gradually to take up load smoothly. Using Power-Take-Off (PTO) - (Operator ON Seat).
General Operation Information: The tractor may be equipped with either a single stage clutch (transmission driven PTO), or a dual stage clutch (continuous live PTO) clutch. On single stage clutch tractors, the PTO is driven by the transmission and consequently uses the same clutch as the transmission. On dual stage clutch tractors, the PTO is continuous live. By depressing the clutch pedal approximately half way down of full travel, the engine is disengaged from the transmission, and the tractor will stop while the PTO keeps running.
This is helpful when starting, stopping, or shifting gears, and for preventing plugging of an implement when it is necessary to change travel speed. To stop both the PTO and tractor travel, depress the clutch all the way down.
Engaging PTO ' (Operator ON seat) NOTE: The engine should NOT start if the PTO lever(s) (A and B) are in the ENGAGED/ON position. If the operator leaves the seat with the engine running and either PTO engaged, the Safety Interlock System will shut down the engine and everything will STOP. To engage either PTO, depress clutch pedal all the way down. Pull optional Mid PTO lever (B) and/or Rear PTO lever (A) up to the ENGAGED/ON ' position.
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Slowly release clutch pedal to engage PTO. Disengaging PTO ' (Operator ON Seat) 1. Depress clutch pedal all the way down. Push optional Mid PTO lever and/or Rear PTO lever down to the DISENGAGED/OFF ' position. Remove foot from clutch pedal. Using Power-Take-Off ' (PTO) - (Operator OFF Seat).
MIF c CAUTION: Avoid injury! To avoid injury, make sure all safety shields are installed and being used properly. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death.
Wear close fitting clothing. STOP the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before getting near it. NOTE: Only the rear PTO can be engaged with the operator off the seat. The Safety Interlock System will shut down the engine and everything will STOP, if the mid PTO is engaged with the operator off the seat.
Determining Correct PTO Speeds For standard PTO speed (540 rpm), run tractor engine at 2600 rpm. Correct engine speed is indicated on tachometer by the RATED' mark (A). Disable seat switch by pulling switch plunger (G) up. Sit on operator's seat.
Start engine. Depress clutch pedal (E) and pull rear PTO lever (C) to the ENGAGED/ON ' position. Carefully dismount the tractor and tip operator's seat up against steering wheel. Move seat support rod to the lowered position. To stop PTO operation, move seat support rod to the raised position and lower seat onto support rod.
Sit on operator's seat. Depress clutch pedal (G) and push rear PTO lever (C) to the DISENGAGED/OFF ' position. Carefully dismount the tractor, tip seat up, move the support rod down to the lowered position, and lower seat to normal operating position. Stopping Tractor. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Maximum static vertical load on drawbar should not exceed the maximum recommendations.
Drive slowly with heavy loads. Maximum Drawbar Loads Certain heavy equipment such as a loaded single-axle trailer can place excessive strain on the drawbar. Strain is greatly increased by speed and rough ground.
Do not exceed maximum vertical load of 306 kg (675 lb) on drawbar. Adjusting Drawbar Length NOTE: The drawbar (A) cannot be moved forward to the short position if the tractor is equipped with a mid PTO.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The rockshaft drops faster when a heavy implement is attached.
Adjust speed-of-drop so it is slow enough to be safe. To prevent overheating hydraulic oil and damaging tractor, do not raise rockshaft when lock valve is closed.
The speed-of-drop/lock valve is used with rockshaft control lever. This valve will control how fast a three-point hitch mounted piece of equipment will drop. This valve will also hydraulically lock the rockshaft (three-point hitch) in a desired position. M97737 When side sway system of hitch has been properly adjusted, side sway of implement is controlled by position of sway links in sway link mounting brackets. Adjust sway links to minimize sway whenever possible. Using Optional Hydraulic Selective Control Valve (SCV) c CAUTION: Avoid injury!
AVOID HIGH PRESSURE FLUIDS Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before connecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure. Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A. Information may be obtained in the United States and Canada only by calling 1-800-822-8262. M97692 A decal (C) identifies numbering for hydraulic hose hookup. When the attachment hydraulic cylinder hoses are connected to couplers 1 or 2, move SCV lever left to raise attachment, or right to lower attachment.
When the attachment hydraulic cylinder hoses are connected to couplers 3 or 4, move SCV lever rearward to raise attachment, or forward to lower attachment. The SCV is equipped with a 'float' position in order to permit attachments such as blades or loaders to follow ground contours when lowered to operating position. Push SCV lever forward past valve detent to attain 'float' position. Using Selective Control Valve (SCV) Safety Lock.
M97220 The Selective Control Valve (SCV) lock lever (A) allows the operator to control the type of SCV lever (C) movement needed for a particular operation or situation. To allow only side-to-side SCV control lever movement: Pull lock lever outward (to the right) and all the way rearward, as shown on decal (B). To allow SCV control lever movement in all directions: Move lock lever to the center position, as shown on decal (B). To prevent SCV control lever movement in all directions: Move lock lever all the way forward, as shown on decal (B). Using Selective Control Valve (SCV) Regenerative Circuit The SCV has a regenerative or 'regen' circuit.
'Regen' means that the SCV cylinder is pressurized on both sides. The SCV can be adjusted to a 'regen' position for permitting attachments such as loaders to dump the bucket faster. To lock out 'regen' function: 1. Remove screw (B) and lockout plate (A), located just below the SCV control lever and rockshaft control lever. M97697 NOTE: Refer to attachment operator's manual for instructions for connecting hydraulic hoses to couplers. Safety Interlock System Checkout Procedure c 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 circulate outside air into the area. If safety interlock system is defective, engine may start. Never stand on ground when performing tests. Perform tests in an open area away from obstructions. Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal operation of tractor safety interlock system.
If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, DO NOT operate machine. See your John Deere dealer for service. Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep bystanders away. Test 1- Operation of Instrument Panel Indicator Lights 1. Sit on operator's seat. Depress clutch pedal all the way down.
Move transmission gear shift lever (A) and range shift lever (B) to the 'N' (NEUTRAL) position. M97703 LOOK: The instrument panel engine oil pressure indicator light (G) and charge indicator light (E) must illuminate. The park brake indicator light (F) should flash with park brake set/locked.
LISTEN: The engine fuel shut-off solenoid will engage with a CLICK. If any of the indicators do not illuminate, see Replacing Instrument Panel Light Bulbs in SERVICE-ELECTRICAL section.
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If any of the indicators fail to light after replacement of the light bulb, see your John Deere dealer. Test 2 - Neutral Start Switch 1. Sit on operator's seat.
Depress clutch pedal all the way down. Move transmission gear shift lever (A) into any gear. Rotate key to the START position.
LISTEN: The starter must NOT engage. Depress clutch pedal all the way down and push rear PTO lever down to the DISENGAGED/OFF ' position. Rotate key to the OFF position. If the tractor is equipped with an optional mid PTO, repeat previous procedural steps 1-5 using the mid PTO shift lever.
Test 4 - Seat Switch/PTO Interface 1. Sit on operator's seat. Start tractor engine.
Depress clutch pedal and pull rear PTO lever (A) up to the ENGAGED/ON ' position. Make sure that the transmission gear shift lever is in 'N' (NEUTRAL) and the park brake is engaged. Raise up from operator's seat.
DO NOT dismount tractor. Engine should stop. Engine shut-off solenoid must de-energize in 1/2 second, causing the engine to stop.
If the tractor is equipped with an optional mid PTO, repeat previous procedural steps 1-5 using the mid PTO shift lever. Test 5 - Seat Switch 1. Sit on operator's seat. Depress clutch pedal all the way down. Start engine and set engine speed at 2600 rpm.
Move transmission gear shift lever into any gear. Raise up slightly off from operator's seat while depressing clutch pedal all the way down. Engine should stop. Transporting Tractor c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use caution when operating tractor at transport speeds.
Reduce speeds if towed load weighs more than tractor, and is not equipped with brakes. Consult towed equipment operator's manual for recommended transport speeds. Use additional caution when transporting towed loads under adverse surface conditions, especially when turning, and on inclined surfaces. Observe the following precautions when operating the tractor on a road. C CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use of warning lights and turn signals are recommended when traveling on public roads unless prohibited by state or local regulations. An implement safety lighting kit is available from your John Deere dealer.
Be sure that brake pedals (A) are evenly adjusted, and are locked together with brake pedal latch (B). M97700 Towing Precautions Hitch towed load only to drawbar (J).
Lock drawbar and pin in place. Use a safety chain. C CAUTION: Avoid injury!
A safety chain will help control drawn equipment (J) should it accidently separate from the drawbar (I) while transporting. Using the appropriate adapter parts, attach the chain to the tractor drawbar support or other specified anchor location. Provide only enough slack in the chain to permit turning the tractor. See your John Deere dealer for a chain with a strength rating equal to greater than the gross weight of the towed equipment.
Before descending a hill, shift to a gear low enough to control tractor travel speed without having to use the brake pedals to brake the tractor and attached equipment.