Operating Guide
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Contents
- Product Identification
- Safety Labels with Text
- Safety Labels without Text
- Safety Label Location
- Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
- Avoid Injury from Loaded Spring
- Avoid Injury from Rotating Blades
- Avoid Injury from Getting Caught in Belts
- Read Operator’s Manual
- Keep Children Away from Mower
- Avoid Injury from Thrown Objects
- Avoid Injury From Tipping
- Avoid Injury From Thrown Objects
- Avoid Injury from Equipment Fires
- Safety
- Machine Cleanout
- Operating Controls
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Mounting and Dismounting Machine
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Armrests
- Adjusting Motion Control Levers
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Level
- Adjusting Mower Wheels
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Motion Control Lever Switch
- Using Park Brake
- Using Key Switch
- Using Low Fuel Indicator Light
- Using Mower Engagement Switch
- Using the Hour Meter
- Using the Motion Control Levers
- Starting the Engine
- Engaging Mower
- Using MulchControl (If Equipped)
- Unplugging Mower
- Stopping the Engine
- Moving Machine by Hand
- Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
- Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Transporting Material Collection System (If Equipped)
- Towing Loads
- Mowing Tips
- Blade Choices
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Emissions Service Information
- Avoid Fumes
- Gasoline Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Conventional Engine Oil and Filter
- Changing John Deere Easy Change™ 30-Second Oil Change System (If Equipped)
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Cleaning Engine Shroud
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Element
- Checking Spark Plug
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Cleaning Engine Screen Guard
- Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
- Cleaning Spark Arrestor
- Service Transmission
- Service Mower
- Mower Deck Identification
- Removing and Installing Mower Deck Foot Plate
- Removing Mower Deck (42A)
- Removing Mower Deck (48A and 54A Mower Decks)
- Installing Mower Deck (42A)
- Installing Mower Deck (48A and 54A Mower Decks)
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (42A Mower)
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (48A and 54A Mower Decks)
- Installing MulchControl Discharge Plate (If Equipped)
- Installing MulchControl Deflector (If Equipped)
- Installing MulchControl Handle (If Equipped)
- Removing and Storing MulchControl Deck (If Equipped)
- Installing Mulch Blades
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Warranty
- John Deere Quality Statement
- Service Record
- Slope Gauge
- Index
4. Install guard after cleaning.
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Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
Spark arrestor assemblies include a screen element that should be
inspected and cleaned periodically. Visually inspect the screen for
tears, broken wires, or loose welds. Replace the spark arrestor
assembly if any of these conditions exist. If the screen is determined to
be in good condition, proceed with cleaning the screen by brushing
away loose dirt or carbon using a brush.
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Cleaning Spark Arrestor
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1. Loosen two bolts (A) and remove muer shield (B).
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2. Remove screws (C), spark arrestor cover (D) and spark arrestor
from engine.
3. Inspect, clean, or if necessary, replace the screen if damaged.
4. Install spark arrestor and cover on muer and secure with original
screws.
5. Install muer shield and tighten hardware.
NOTE: If muer sustains damage during the removal or installation
process, replace muer.
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Service Transmission
Checking Transmission
The transmission is a sealed component. No maintenance is required
on this transmission. If you suspect any transmission problems, please
contact your authorized dealer.
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Checking and Adjusting Neutral Creep
Checking Neutral Creep
Check neutral creep with engine running, motion control levers in the
start/shutdown position, park brake o, and machine on level ground.
If the machine creeps forward or reverse while motion control levers
are in the start/shutdown position, adjust the motion control lever
linkages.
Adjusting Neutral Creep
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Remove style panel for better access to adjustment components (if
desired):
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a. Remove two bolts (A) to remove steering arm.
b. Raise rear of seat and disconnect connector (B) from seat
switch wiring harness connector.
c. Remove two L-pins (C) to remove seat.
d. Remove ve push retainers from style panel (D) and remove
style panel.
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Right side of machine shown with machine parts removed for a clearer image.
3. On linkage side needing adjustment (right side shown), remove
spring locking clip (E) and rod end (F) from pivot pin (G). Turn rod
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