Operating Guide

Using Accessories
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Using the Power Port (If Equipped)
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Safe operation requires your full
attention. Do not wear radio or music headphones while
operating machine.
An electric power port (A) can be used for accessories. See your
authorized dealer.
Using CargO Mount™ System
The front and rear CargO Mount™ system brackets (B) can be used
for easy attachment of selected optional equipment.
Use John Deere approved optional equipment only. See your
authorized service center for approved optional equipment.
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Choosing Mower Blades
Three types of mower blades are available to use with 100 series
models.
● 3-N-1 blades. These are general purpose blades that are best
suited for side-discharge operation, but can be used with a bagger
attachment, or with a mulch cover installed. They are not designed
for optimal performance when bagging or mulching.
● Bagger blades. These blades are designed for optimal performance
when used with bagger attachments.
● Mulching blades. These blades are designed for optimal
performance when used with a mulch cover installed.
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Mowing Tips
The following recommendations will produce the best lawn cut quality
and appearance:
● Keep mower blades sharp. Dull blades will tear grass; tips of grass
will then turn brown.
● Cutting grass too short may kill grass and let weeds grow easily.
The suggested nished cut height should be within specied height
range.
Specication
Finished Cut Height Range—Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.75 - 2.75 in. (44 - 70 mm)
● Adjust cutting height to remove only 1/3 of the grass at a time.
● Do not mow wet grass.
● Mow grass often. Short grass clippings will decay quickly.
● Mow with engine at full throttle.
● Adjust travel speed to match mowing conditions:
- Travel at slow speed when you mow thick, tall grass, make
sharp turns or trim around objects.
- Travel at moderate speed when you mow thin grass.
● Use a di󰀨erent mowing pattern each time you mow. Overlap
mowing paths by specied distance.
Specication
Overlap Mowing Paths—Distance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 - 100 mm (2 - 4 in.)
● Drive over ridges and through shallow ditches straight-on, not at an
angle.
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● Mow around the outside twice, then mow inside in straight passes.
Best cut is achieved when mowing in a straight line.
● When mowing or mulching near pavement, overlap the pavement
by 50 mm (2 in.) to allow clippings to dispense over grass.
● A thick layer of mulched leaves can prevent sunlight from getting to
grass and smother it. Taller grass heights allow mulched leaves to
dispense easier in lawn. Mulch leaves several times if needed.
● Use a thatcher in late spring or summer to pull up dead grass and
aerate ground.
● For Mulching Mower: Shorter cut heights will provide better cut
quality, but may leave noticeable clippings. Higher cut heights will
reduce clippings, but cut quality may decline.
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Towing Loads
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Towing excessive trailer loads at full
speeds for long distances and up slopes can stress
drivetrain components. To avoid damage to drivetrain
components, use the following guidelines.
● Total towed weight must not exceed combined weight of pulling
machine, ballast, and operator. Use counterweights or wheel
weights as described in an attachment or pulling machine
operator’s manual.
● When towing over 150 kg (350 lbs.), depress forward travel pedal
no more than halfway to avoid transmission damage. Always run
tractor at full throttle when towing loads.
● Avoid inclines greater than a 10 degrees slope while towing to
avoid damage to the pulling machine. Use the Slope Guide located
in this operator’s manual to ensure proper machine towing
operation. See SAFETY, Operating on Slopes in this operator’s
manual for additional information.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Always run tractor at full throttle
when PTO is engaged and when towing loads.
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