Operating Guide

IF CHECK
plugged.
Cooling ns plugged.
Engine oil low or too high.
Engine operated too long at a
slow idle speed.
Engine Will Not Idle Spark plug not gapped correctly.
Faulty spark plug.
Operator raising o󰀨 the seat.
Engine Knocks Stale or low octane fuel.
Engine overloaded.
Low engine speed.
Oil level low.
Engine Stops Or Misses When
Operating On Hillsides
Fuel tank less than half full of
fuel.
Operator raising o󰀨 of the seat.
Engine Backres Faulty spark plug.
Operator raising o󰀨 of the seat.
Engine Loses Power Engine overheating.
Too much oil in engine.
Dirty air cleaner.
Faulty spark plug.
Travel speed is too fast for
conditions.
Improper fuel.
Excessive Fuel Consumption Choke is not fully open.
Black Exhaust Smoke Air lter is dirty or oil soaked.
Choke partially engaged.
Engine Stops When REVERSE
Foot Pedal Is Depressed And
Attachment Is Engaged
(Hydrostatic)
Normal condition. (See Using
Reverse Implement Option in the
OPERATING section.)
Engine Stops When Automatic
Shift Lever Is Moved To The R
(REVERSE) Position and
Attachment Is Engaged
(Automatic)
Normal condition. (See Using
Reverse Implement Option in the
OPERATING section.)
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Electrical
IF CHECK
Starter Does Not Work Or Will
Not Turn Engine
Brake pedal is not depressed.
Mower is engaged.
Battery terminals are corroded.
Battery not charged.
Transmission is in reverse.
Blown fuse.
Battery Will Not Charge Dead cell in the battery.
Battery cables and terminals are
dirty.
Low engine speed or excessive
idling.
Lights Do Not Work Light plug disconnected.
Loose or burned out bulb.
The fuel level indicator ashes
"E33" intermittently or shows full
bars constantly when fuel tank is
not full
Check the fuel sender connector
located beneath the seat for full
and proper connection. If
connections are good but the
problem persists, contact your
John Deere Dealer.
MG39705,00004DB-19-24JUL20
Tractor
IF CHECK
Tractor Vibrates Too Much Or
Rattles Excessively
Attachment drive belts worn or
damaged.
Traction drive belt damaged or
worn.
Dirt on drive sheaves.
Blades bent or out of balance.
Tractor Will Not Move With
Engine Running
Parking brake locked.
Bypass rod is pulled out.
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Mower
IF CHECK
Discharge Chute Plugged Travel speed too fast.
Grass too long.
Grass too wet.
Engine rpm not at wide open
throttle.
Restricted air ow.
Belt installed incorrectly.
Patches Of Grass Uncut Travel speed too fast.
Engine rpm not at wide open
throttle.
Mower deck needs cleaning.
Belt Slipping Debris in sheaves.
Worn belt.
Belt tension is incorrect.
Too Much Vibration Debris on mower deck or in
sheaves.
Damaged drive belt.
Damaged sheaves or sheaves
out of alignment.
Blades out of balance.
Blades Scalping Grass Cutting too low.
Mower wheels not adjusted
correctly.
Turning speed too fast.
Ridges in terrain.
Rough or uneven terrain.
Low tire pressure.
Mower Loads Down Tractor Engine rpm too low.
Travel speed too fast.
Debris wrapped around mower
spindles.
Uneven Cut Mower deck not leveled properly.
Travel speed too fast.
Blades dull.
Mower wheels not adjusted
correctly.
Tire pressure unequal.
Mower (Or Other Attachment)
Stops When Vehicle Is Operated
in REVERSE
Normal condition. (See Using
Reverse Implement Option in the
OPERATING section.)
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