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What should I do if a malfunction occurs during one of the safety systems procedures?
Do not operate the machine. Contact an authorized dealer for service.
How do I test the Neutral Start Switch?
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Sit on the operator’s seat.
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Disengage PTO.
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Move the transmission range shift lever to the H (high) or L (low) position.
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Turn the key switch to the START position.
Result: Engine must not crank.
How do I test the Rear Power-Take-Off/Reverse Implement Option (PTO/RIO) Switch?
Test 1:
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Sit on the operator’s seat.
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Move the transmission range shift lever to the N (neutral) position.
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Engage PTO.
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Turn key to the START position.
Result: Engine must not crank.
Test 2:
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Sit on the operator’s seat.
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Lock the park brake.
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Start the engine.
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Move the transmission range shift lever to L (low) position.
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Set PTO Selector Lever to Rear PTO only.
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Engage PTO.
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Unlock park brake.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure there are no bystanders and there is a clear path.
Result: Machine should begin to travel in reverse and PTO will remain engaged.
How do I test the Seat Switch?
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Sit on the operator’s seat.
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Do not depress the hydrostatic travel pedals.
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Lock park brake.
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Start engine.
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Turn on the PTO.
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Raise up slightly from operator’s seat. Do not dismount machine.
Result: Engine shut-off solenoid must de-energize in 1/2 second, causing the engine to stop.
How do I test the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)?
Test 1:
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Park machine safely.
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Start engine.
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Set engine speed to 1600 rpm or less.
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Set PTO Selector Lever to Mid or Mid and Rear.
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Engage PTO to start attachment.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure there are no bystanders and there is a clear path.
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Begin reverse travel by depressing reverse travel pedal.
Result: Attachment and engine should stop operation. If attachment or engine continues to operate while machine travels in reverse, do not continue operation.
Test 2:
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Park machine safely.
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Start engine.
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Set engine speed to 1600 rpm or less.
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Set PTO Selector Lever to Mid or Mid and Rear.
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Engage PTO to start attachment.
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Look behind and down before backing up to be sure there are no bystanders and there is a clear path.
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Lift and hold PTO/RIO switch up past the PTO engagement position to activate the reverse implement option while depressing reverse travel pedals slightly.
Result: Machine should begin to travel in reverse and attachment should remain in operation.
How do I use the brake pedal?
Depress the pedal to operate the brake.
How do I use the park brake?
Locking Park Brake:
- Press down completely on brake pedal with foot.
- Lift park brake lock completely up to the locked position.
- Remove foot from brake pedal. Pedal should now stay down in the locked position and park brake light should be illuminated.
Unlocking Park Brake:
- Press down completely on brake pedal with foot.
- Push park brake lock completely down to the unlocked position.
- Remove foot from brake pedal. Pedal should now be released from the locked position and park brake light should be off.
How do I use the throttle?
Use the throttle to change engine speeds. Use the throttle in conjunction with the tachometer to set engine speeds.
- Increase Engine Speed – Push throttle lever towards the front of the machine.
- Decrease Engine Speed – Pull throttle lever towards rear of the machine.
How do I use the fuel shut-off valve?
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Open or close fuel shut-off valve lever as required:
- Open Valve: Rotate valve lever pointer to the vertical position marked “O”.
- Close Valve: Rotate valve lever pointer to the horizontal position marked “C”.
How do I start the engine?
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Open the fuel shut-off valve.
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Lock the park brake.
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Move the 2-speed range lever to the N position.
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Confirm PTO/RIO switch knob is in the disengaged/off position.
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Lower any implements to the ground.
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Set hand throttle lever to the 1/2-3/4 fast position.
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Turn ignition key switch to the ON position.
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Check indicator lamps:
- Engine oil pressure light will glow.
- Engine preheater light will glow. When light goes out, engine is ready to start.
- Alternator/battery charging light will glow
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Turn key switch to START position. Release key when engine starts.
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Check indicator lights:
- Engine oil pressure light should go out within 5 seconds.
- Alternator/battery charging light should go out within 10 seconds.
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Set hand throttle lever to the 1/2 fast position for 1 minute without load.
What are some cold weather starting aids?
- Turn key to ON position for 5-10 seconds to activate glow plugs.
- Install optional engine coolant heater if you operate machine in temperatures below -18° C (0° F).
How do I warm and idle the engine?
Warming Engine:
- Lock the park brake.
- Set hand throttle lever to the 1/2 throttle position for 5 minutes without load.
Idling Engine:
- Adjust hand throttle lever rearward to set engine speed at 1575 ± 25 rpm (low idle speed).
How do I start a stalled engine?
- Move the transmission range shift lever to the N (neutral) position.
- Push PTO/RIO switch knob down to the disengaged/off position.
- Start engine. Continue with normal operation, or set engine speed at low idle speed for 1 or 2 minutes before stopping.
How do I stop the machine?
Normal Stopping
- Remove foot from forward or reverse pedal.
- Push PTO/RIO switch knob down to the disengaged/off position.
- Lower any implements to the ground.
- Fully depress brake pedal.
- Lock the park brake.
- Adjust hand throttle rearward to set engine speed at low idle speed. Allow engine to idle for 2 minutes.
- Turn key switch to OFF position.
- Remove key.
- Wait for the engine and all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s station.
Emergency Stopping
- Remove foot from forward or reverse pedal.
- Depress brake pedal.
- Turn key switch to OFF position. Do not release brake pedal until all moving parts have stopped.
- Lock the park brake.
How do I operate the hydrostatic transmission?
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Start machine engine.
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Choose speed range with range shift lever to match work application.
- L – Low speed operations such as tilling hard soil, mowing long grass or heavy hauling. Machine speed is decreased, but machine power is increased.
- N – Neutral position. Lever must be in the N (neutral) position when starting the engine.
- H – High speed operations such as light tilling and hauling, mowing short grass and transport. Machine speed is increased, but machine power is decreased.
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Depress brake pedal.
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Unlock park brake.
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Release brake pedal.
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Move throttle lever forward until engine operates at desired speed.
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Slowly depress pedal downward to travel forward. Slowly depress pedal downward to travel in reverse.
- The farther either travel pedal is depressed, the faster the machine will travel.
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Stop machine to change speed range.
How do I use the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)?
- Stop machine forward travel with attachment engaged.
- Look behind machine to be sure there are no bystanders.
- Lift PTO/RIO switch up past the PTO engagement position to activate the reverse implement option. Then depress reverse travel pedal.
- As machine begins to move backward, release PTO/RIO switch and reposition machine.
- Resume forward travel. The attachment should continue operating.
- Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition machine again.
How do I use cruise control?
Engaging Cruise Control
- Depress forward travel pedal until desired travel speed is reached.
- Lift cruise control lever to engage.
- Release forward travel pedal.
Disengaging Cruise Control
The cruise control can be disengaged in one of two ways:
- Depress brake pedal and push cruise control lever down.
- Increase travel speed slightly and push cruise control lever down.
Adjusting Cruise Control Travel Speed
To adjust travel speed:
- Increase travel speed by pressing forward travel pedal until desired speed is reached.
- Decrease travel speed by disengaging cruise control, adjusting forward travel speed as desired and engage cruise control lever.
How do I use the differential lock (traction assist)?
Engaging Differential Lock
- Stop or slow machine movement.
- Push down on differential lock pedal to engage differential lock.
Disengaging Differential Lock
- Remove foot from differential lock pedal.
- If lock does not disengage when removing foot from pedal, depress brake pedal to equalize traction, then release.
How do I use the Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)?
Push MFWD lever forward to engage MFWD. Pull lever rearward to disengage MFWD.
Tips for Operating MFWD:
- Maintain front tire pressure at maximum allowable level to ensure proper tire performance in all field conditions.
- Engage MFWD to provide four-wheel braking.
- Disengage MFWD when driving machine to or from work site to increase front tire life.
How do I use the Power-Take-Off (PTO) safely?
- Keep hands, feet and clothing away.
- Make sure that all shields are installed and used properly.
- Stop the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before getting near it.
How do I check the PTO driveshaft length?
- Park the machine safely.
- Install the driveshaft on the implement.
- Install the implement on the tractor, but do not install the driveshaft on the tractor.
- Check the fully shortened position of the driveshaft. a. Push the driveshaft to its shortest length by hand. b. Check the area where the outer tube shield meets the shield bell. c. If the outer tube shield does not touch the shield bell, make a mark on the inner tube where the outer tube shield ends.
- Install the driveshaft on the tractor and adjust the center link to level the implement for operating while in the lowered position.
- Have an observer stand a safe distance from the implement to tell you when the driveshaft is fully shortened.
How do I engage the PTO with the operator on the seat?
- Sit on the operator’s seat.
- Lock the park brake.
- Move the 2-speed range lever to the N position.
- Start the engine.
- The starter will not crank if the PTO/RIO switch knob is in any engaged/on position.
- Set the engine speed to 1500 rpm or less.
- Move the PTO control lever to the desired operating position.
- Position (B) – Mid PTO only.
- Position © – Mid and Rear PTO.
- Position (D) – Rear PTO only.
- Pull the PTO/RIO switch knob up to the engaged/on position.
- Adjust the hand throttle lever forward to the desired speed for the implement used.
- The LCD indicates the PTO speed at an engine speed of 3200 rpm.
How do I exit the seat for rear PTO operation without the operator on the seat?
- Sit on the operator seat.
- Lock the park brake.
- Move the 2-speed range lever to the N position.
- The starter will not crank if the PTO/RIO switch knob is in any engaged/on position.
- Start the engine.
- Set engine speed to 1500 rpm or less.
- Move the PTO control lever (A) to Position (D) – Rear PTO only.
- Exit seat for rear PTO operation without operator on seat.
- Pull PTO/RIO switch knob up to the engaged/on position.
- Adjust the hand throttle lever forward to the desired speed for the implement used.
How do I disengage the PTO?
- Adjust engine rpm to low idle.
- Push PTO/RIO switch knob down to the disengaged/off position.
How do I use the rockshaft control lever – 1023E?
Use rockshaft control lever (A) to raise and lower equipment attached to the 3-point hitch.
- Lower Implement: Push lever forward to lower implement. Lever will automatically return to neutral position (center) when released.
- Raise Implement: Pull lever rearward to raise implement. Lever will automatically return to neutral position (center) when released.
How do I use the rockshaft control lever – 1025R?
Use rockshaft control lever (A) to raise and lower equipment attached to the 3-point hitch.
- To lower implement: Push lever forward.
- To raise implement: Pull lever rearward. Position control can be used to maintain the operating depth of the implement. To adjust the operating depth:
- Unlock the depth stop lever (B) and slide toward the front of the console completely.
- Operate the implement for several minutes to determine the desired operating depth.
- Slide the depth stop against the rockshaft control lever and lock it in position. NOTE: The calibrated label settings below the rockshaft control lever are for reference only and do not signify specific operating depths.
- The implement will operate in same position each time the rockshaft control lever is pushed against the depth stop.
How do I use the rate of drop/lock valve?
The rate of drop/lock valve controls the rate of rockshaft drop when the rockshaft control lever is operated. This provides direct rate of drop control for 3-point hitch mounted implements. The valve can also be used to hydraulically lock the rockshaft (three-point hitch) in a desired position.
- Increase Rate of Drop: Rotate drop/lock rate valve knob (A) counter-clockwise to make drop faster.
- Decrease Rate of Drop: Rotate drop/lock rate valve knob (A) clockwise to make drop slower.
- Lock 3-Point Hitch: Rotate drop/lock rate valve knob clockwise until tight.
- Unlock 3-Point Hitch: Rotate drop/lock rate knob counter-clockwise.
How do I use the draft links?
- Slowly back machine into position to align draft links with implement lift brackets.
- Park machine safely.
- Connect draft links (A) to the implement.
- Secure implement with lynch pins.
How do I level the implement front-to-rear?
- Park machine safely. NOTE: When the 3-point hitch is not being used, return center link to storage hook (A).
- Lower implement to ground to relieve pressure on center link.
- Loosen locknut (B).
- Rotate center link body © to lengthen or shorten the center link as needed.
- Tighten locknut (B).
How do I level the implement side-to-side?
- Lower any rear mount implement to the ground.
- Park machine safely.
- Loosen locknut (A).
- Rotate lift link body (B) to raise or lower draft link until 3-point hitch mounted implement is level from side-to-side.
- Tighten locknut (A).
How do I adjust the implement side-to-side sway?
- Lower any rear mount implement to the ground.
- Park machine safely.
- Remove locking ring (A).
- Rotate turnbuckle (B) to adjust length.
- Install locking ring.
How do I install the iMatch™ Quick-Attach Hitch System?
- Remove three drilled pins (A) and two bushings (B) from quick-attach hitch.
- Use machine rockshaft control lever to fully lower 3-point hitch draft links.
- Park machine safely.
- Center link hook © is set from factory at standard height to accommodate most implements. Adjust center link hook, if required.
- Remove nuts and bolts (D).
- Raise or lower center link hook as required.
- Install nuts and bolts. Torque bolts to specification before use of iMatch assembly. Specification iMatch Bolts—Torque… 245-318 N·m
- Position quick-attach hitch near draft links and adjust 3-point hitch sway links to align draft links with quick-attach hitch.
- Install quick-attach hitch on draft links using drilled pins.
- Install 3-point hitch center link on quick-attach hitch using center link quick-lock pin and drilled pin.
How do I connect the implement to the iMatch™ Quick-Attach Hitch System?
- Install two bushings included with quick-attach hitch on drilled pins in implement draft link lift brackets.
- Move levers (E) on quick-attach hitch to unlocked position.
- Back machine into position and align quick-attach hitch with implement lift brackets.
- Use rockshaft control lever to position quick-attach hitch under lift brackets and lift implement from ground.
- Fully raise implement. Move levers (E) on quick-attach hitch to locked position.
How do I connect implement hydraulic hoses?
- Park machine safely.
- Relieve all hydraulic pressure by moving SCV lever rearward-to-forward and side-to-side several times.
- Refer to implement operator’s manual for instructions on connecting hydraulic hoses to couplers.
- Match the color-coded hose ends to the color-coded hydraulic couplers on the machine when making connections.
- When the implement hydraulic hoses are connected to the yellow and black couplers, move the dual SCV lever (E) left to divert fluid to the black connector line and return through the yellow connector line. Move the lever right to divert fluid to the yellow connector line and return through the black connector line. Move the lever to the full right or “regen position” to divert fluid to the black connector line for faster loader bucket dumping.
- When the implement hydraulic hoses are connected to the red and blue couplers, move the dual SCV lever (E) rearward to divert fluid to the blue connector line and return through the red connector line. Move the lever forward to divert fluid to the red connector line and return through the blue connector line. Move the lever to the full forward or “float” position to remove pressure in both connector lines and allow fluid to flow back and forth between the lines. The lever may be left in the “float” position.
How do I use the Selective Control Valve (SCV) lock lever?
- Pull the lock lever (A) to allow SCV lever movement in all directions. Operation of the SCV is unlocked.
- Push the lock lever (A) to prohibit SCV lever movement in all directions. Operation of the SCV is locked.
How do I determine tire maximum inflation pressure and load capacity?
Use the charts in the PDF to determine the tire maximum inflation pressure and load capacity. Verify maximum tire inflation pressure and maximum load information if embossed into the tire side wall.
How do I use optional rear cast iron wheel weights?
- Mount rear wheels in the wide position for improved stability.
- Fasten weight to each rear wheel using a safe lifting device. A total of three weights per wheel may be used. See your implement operator’s manual for installation and number of weights to use.
How do I use a rear ballast box?
The rear ballast box is used for carrying ballast on the 3-point hitch. Approximate weight of different materials is given in the implement operator’s manual.
How do I use liquid weight in tires?
Installing liquid ballast requires special equipment and training. Have the job done by your John Deere dealer or a tire service store. Cover rim completely with solution to avoid corrosion, but never more than 90 percent full.
How do I transport the machine on a trailer?
- Drive or back machine onto trailer so hood or engine cover opens from rear of trailer.
- Lower any implements to trailer deck.
- Lock the park brake.
- Stop the engine.
- Remove the key.
- Close the fuel shut-off valve.
- Fasten machine to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from machine. Trailer must have signs and lights as required by law.
How do I transport the machine safely by driving on roads?
- Make sure brake linkage is properly adjusted.
- Make sure Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem and warning lights are clean and visible. If towed or rear-mounted equipment obstructs these safety devices, install SMV emblem and warning lights on equipment.
- Turn on flashing warning lights and headlights, except if prohibited by law.
- Secure towed loads with locked hitch pins and safety chains.
- Drive slowly enough to maintain safe control at all times. Slow down for hillsides, rough ground, and sharp turns, especially when transporting heavy implements.
- If equipped, disengage the MFWD to reduce tire wear.
How do I push or tow the machine?
- Push PTO/RIO switch knob to the disengaged/off position.
- Disengage differential lock.
- Unlock the park brake.
- Place the range shift lever in the N (neutral) position.
- Disengage the MFWD.
- Be prepared to use the brake pedal to slow or stop machine.
How do I tow loads?
- Hitch the towed load only to the rear hitch plate.
- Connect safety chains to the lower draft arm crossbar and to the towed load. Provide only enough slack to permit turning.
- Before descending a hill, shift to a gear low enough to control machine travel speed without having to use the brake pedal to brake the machine and installed implements.
How do I use a safety chain?
- Secure the safety chain around the rear hitch plate (A).
- Remove the safety chain and store when not in use.
How do I lower the ROPS crossbar?
- Remove spring locking pin (A) and drilled pin (B) on each side of the ROPS.
- Carefully lower ROPS crossbar © about half way down.
- Install drilled pins (B) and spring locking pins (A) and lower crossbar © onto drilled pins (B).
How do I raise the ROPS crossbar?
- Raise the crossbar just enough to remove spring locking pins (A) and drilled pins (B) on each side of the ROPS.
- Carefully raise ROPS crossbar © to the operating position.
- Align crossbar bracket holes with support bracket holes on each side of the ROPS.
- Install drilled pins (B) and spring locking pins (A) to lock crossbar © in the raised position.
How do I order service parts online?
Visit http://JDParts.deere.com for your Internet connection to parts ordering and information.
What should I do as needed?
- Replace alternator belt.
- Replace air filter elements.
- Replace light bulbs.
- Replace fuses.
- Clean and replace battery.
- Replace radiator hoses and clamps.
- Check tire air pressure.
- Clean fuel tank overfill reservoir.
- Drain water and sediment from fuel sediment bowl, and service water separator.
- Check and clean front grille and side screens.
- Check and clean radiator cooling screen.
- Clean debris from engine compartment.
What should I do after the first 10 hours?
Check wheel bolt torque.
What should I do every 10 hours or daily?
- Test safety systems.
- Check engine oil level.
- Check transmission oil level.
- Check air filter elements and rubber dust valve.
- Check radiator coolant level.
What should I do after the first 50 hours?
- Change transmission oil and filter.
- Clean transmission suction screen.
What should I do every 50 hours?
- Check tire air pressure.
- Clean and check battery.
- Check front axle oil level.
- Lubricate machine.
What should I do every 200 hours?
- Change engine oil and filter.
- Change transmission oil and filter.
- Clean transmission suction screen and internal magnets.
- Check and service air filter elements.
- Clean radiator and oil cooler fins.
- Inspect alternator belt.
- Check wheel bolt torque.
What should I do every 400 hours?
- Replace air filter elements.
- Replace fuel filters.
What should I do every 600 hours?
- Check radiator coolant freeze point and clarity of coolant.
- Check engine low idle speed.
How do I lubricate the 3-point hitch?
Lubricate ball joints (A) with SUPER LUBE lubricant.
What are the engine oil guidelines?
- Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes.
- Check oil level before operating.
- Check oil level when the engine is cold and not running.
- Keep level between the Full and the Add marks.
- Shut off engine before adding oil.
How do I check the engine oil level?
- Park the machine safely.
- Remove dipstick (A), located at the right side of the engine. Wipe with a clean cloth.
- Install dipstick.
- Remove dipstick.
- Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between levels (B) and © on dipstick.
- If oil level is low: a. Raise hood. b. Remove right side panel. c. Remove either oil fill cap (D). d. Add recommended engine oil until level is within operating range on dipstick. Do not overfill. e. Install dipstick.
- If oil is above top hole mark on the dipstick, drain to proper level.
- Install right side panel if removed.
- Lower hood if opened.
How do I change the engine oil and filter?
- Run engine to warm the oil.
- Park machine safely.
- Raise hood.
- Remove right side panel.
- Place container under oil drain plug (A) located on under side of engine.
- Remove drain plug.
- Wipe dirt from around oil filter (B).
- Turn filter counter-clockwise to remove.
- Put a light coat of clean engine oil on the gasket of new filter.
- Install replacement oil filter by turning filter clockwise until gasket contacts filter base. Tighten additional one half turn.
- Install drain plug. Do not overtighten.
- Remove either oil fill cap ©.
- Add approximately 2.7 L (2.9 qt) engine oil.
- Install oil fill cap.
- Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks.
- Stop engine. Fix any leaks before operating.
- Check engine oil level. Add oil if necessary.
- Install right side panel.
- Lower hood.
How do I clean the dust unloading valve?
- Park the vehicle safely.
- Allow engine to cool.
- Access the engine compartment.
- Squeeze dust unloading valve (A) to clean. Remove and replace if damaged.
How do I check the air restriction indicator (1025R only)?
- Park the machine safely.
- Raise hood.
- Check the service window (A) on the indicator.
- Change the air filter if the service window is red.
- Press the top of the indicator housing (B) to reset the indicator after service.
- Lower hood.
How do I service the primary air filter element?
- Park machine safely.
- Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Release latches (A) and remove cover (B).
- Remove and discard primary element (D). Replace with a new primary filter element.
- Install cover (B) with rubber dust unloading valve © pointing downward.
- Hook latches (A) onto cover.
- Lower hood.
How do I service the secondary air filter element?
- Remove cover.
- Remove and discard primary air filter element.
- Remove and discard secondary air filter element (E). Replace with a new secondary air filter element.
- Install new primary air filter element.
- Install cover (B) with rubber dust unloading valve © pointing downward.
- Hook latches (A) onto cover.
- Lower hood.
How do I check the air filter intake hoses and clamps?
- Park machine safely.
- Raise hood.
- Check air intake hose (A).
- Tighten upper (B) and lower © clamps if necessary.
- Lower hood.
What are the cooling system guidelines?
- Is formulated with a quality nitrite-free additive package.
- Provides cylinder liner cavitation protection according to either the John Deere Cavitation Test Method or a fleet study run at or above 60% load capacity.
- Protects the cooling system metals (cast iron, aluminum alloys, and copper alloys such as brass) from corrosion. The additive package must be part of one of the following coolant mixtures:
- Ethylene glycol or propylene glycol base prediluted (40—60%) heavy duty coolant.
- Ethylene glycol or propylene glycol base heavy duty coolant concentrate in a 40—60% mixture of concentrate with quality water.
- Water quality is important to the performance of the cooling system. Distilled, deionized, or demineralized water is recommended for mixing with ethylene glycol and propylene glycol base engine coolant concentrate.
How do I check the cooling system?
- Park machine safely.
- Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Check recovery tank (A) coolant level:
- If engine is warm, coolant level should be between the FULL line (B) and the LOW line ©.
- If engine is cold, coolant level should be at the LOW line © on the recovery tank.
- Remove recovery tank cap (D) if needed to add coolant.
- Add recommended coolant.
- Install recovery tank cap.
- Lower hood.
How do I drain the cooling system?
- Park machine safely.
- Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Slowly open radiator cap (A) to the first stop to release all pressure.
- Close radiator cap tightly.
- Remove radiator screen, remove radiator drain plug (B) and drain coolant.
- Remove engine block drain plug © and drain all coolant.
- When coolant drains from the recovery tank, remove the radiator cap.
- Install radiator and install engine block drain plugs.
How do I flush the cooling system?
- Fill cooling system with clean water and John Deere Cooling System Cleaner, or John Deere Cooling System Quick Flush or an equivalent. Follow directions on the container.
- Install and tighten radiator cap.
- Start and run engine until it reaches operating temperature.
- Stop engine.
- Remove radiator and engine block drain plugs.
- Drain cooling system immediately before rust and dirt settle.
- Install radiator and engine block drain plugs.
How do I fill the cooling system?
Fill cooling system with clean water and John Deere Cooling System Cleaner, or John Deere Cooling System Quick Flush or an equivalent. Follow directions on the container.
- Install and tighten radiator cap.
- Start and run engine until it reaches operating temperature.
- Stop engine.
- Remove radiator and engine block drain plugs.
- Drain cooling system immediately before rust and dirt settle.
- Install radiator and engine block drain plugs.
How do I check the radiator hoses and clamps?
- Park machine safely.
- Raise hood.
- Remove right side panel.
- Check upper radiator hose (A) for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.
- Check hose clamps (B) as needed.
- Check lower radiator hose © for damage or cracking. Replace if necessary.
- Check hose clamps (D) as needed.
- Install right side panel.
- Lower hood.
How do I clean the radiator cooling screen?
- Park machine safely. Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Lift tabs (A) to slide radiator screen (B) up out of retaining slot.
- Clean screen with compressed air, brush or cloth.
- Install screen in front of radiator.
- Lower hood.
How do I clean the radiator cooling fins?
- Park machine safely. Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Remove radiator screen.
- Remove all dirt and debris from fins at front and rear of radiator including fan shroud using compressed air or water.
- Install radiator screen.
- Lower hood.
How do I check the alternator belt tension?
- Park machine safely. Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Remove left side panel.
- Apply moderate thumb pressure to belt (A) halfway between the pulleys. Belt should deflect inward to approximately 9 mm (3/8 in.).
- Adjust belt tension if deflection is more or less than specified.
How do I adjust the alternator belt tension?
- Loosen adjusting bolt (B) and pivot bolt ©.
- Apply outward pressure to alternator housing until tension is correct.
- Tighten bolts (B) and ©.
- Check belt tension.
- Install left side panel.
- Lower hood.
How do I replace the alternator belt?
- Park machine safely. Allow engine to cool.
- Raise hood.
- Remove left side panel.
- Loosen adjusting bolt (B) and pivot bolt ©.
- Apply inward pressure to alternator housing.
- Remove belt from alternator sheave, fan sheave and crankshaft sheave.
- Route belt over fan and remove.
- Install new belt over fan and onto sheaves.
- Apply outward pressure to alternator housing until tension is correct.
- Tighten bolts (B) and ©.
- Check belt tension. Adjust as necessary.
- Install right side panel.
- Lower hood.
How do I check the fuel filter sediment bowl?
- Park machine safely. Allow engine to cool.
- Check fuel sediment bowl. If water and deposits are detected, remove bowl and replace fuel filter.
How do I clean the sediment bowl and replace the fuel filter?
- Move the fuel shut-off valve (A) to the “C” (closed) position (B).
- Position drain pan under fuel filter sediment bowl ©.
- Turn locking collar (D) counterclockwise to remove bowl.
- Remove and discard the fuel filter.
- Clean bowl.
- Install new filter to filter head.
- Install sediment bowl and locking collar.
- Open fuel shut-off valve.
- Turn key to the ON position for 10-15 seconds before attempting to start, electric pump will purge air from sediment bowl.
How do I replace the inline fuel filter?
- Inline fuel filter is located under left foot deck (A).
- Position drain pan under fuel filter.
- Clamp fuel line (B) between filter and tank to prevent fuel draining from fuel tank.
- Remove two spring clamps ©.
- Remove old filter (D) and install new filter.
- Replace two spring clamps.
- Remove clamp used between filter and tank. Check for leaks.
How do I check the front axle oil level?
- Park machine safely.
- Loosen and remove dipstick (A) located on right side of front axle.
- Wipe dipstick clean with a rag. Install dipstick but do not tighten. Allow dipstick to rest on top of threads.
- Remove dipstick. Oil level should be between high (B) and low © levels on dipstick. If oil level is low: a. Add recommended oil through dipstick fill opening until oil level is correct (see Transmission and Hydraulic Oil for recommended oil). b. Install and tighten dipstick.
- Check front axle oil level again after the first several hours of operation.
How do I change the front axle oil?
- Operate machine to warm front axle oil.
- Park machine safely.
- Position drain pan under differential drain plug (A).
- Remove differential drain plug and allow oil to drain.
- Position drain pan under each front axle drain plug (B).
- Remove both drain plugs and allow oil to drain.
- Install and tighten both drain plugs after all oil has drained.
- Remove dipstick © located on right side of front axle and vent plug (D).
- Add approximately 2.8 L (3.0 qt) of recommended oil through dipstick fill opening until oil level is correct (see Transmission and Hydraulic Oil for recommended oil).
- Install and tighten dipstick.
- Check front axle oil level.
How do I check the transmission oil level?
- Park machine safely. Allow machine to cool down for at least one hour.
- Pull to remove dipstick (A), located at the right side of the transmission. Wipe with a clean cloth.
- Install dipstick.
- Remove dipstick.
- Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between levels (B) and © on dipstick.
- If oil level is low:
- Remove filler cap (D).
- Add recommended oil through fill opening until oil level is correct.
- If oil is above top mark on the dipstick, drain to proper level.
- Install dipstick.
- Install and tighten filler cap.
How do I change the transmission oil and filter?
- Run engine a few minutes to warm the transmission oil.
- Park machine safely.
- Position drain pan under transmission drain plug (A). Remove plug and allow oil to drain completely.
- Position drain pan under transaxle oil filter (B). Remove and discard filter. Allow residual oil to drain completely.
- Put a film of clean transmission oil on seal of new filter.
- Fill the filter 1/3 – 1/2 full of oil.
- Install filter and turn clockwise until gasket makes contact with the mounting surface. Tighten 1/2 – 3/4 turn after gasket contact.
- Install and tighten drain plug.
- Remove fill cap ©.
- Add approximately 12.3 L (13 qt) of preferred transmission oil or equivalent into fill opening.
- Install fill cap.
- Start engine. Check for oil leaks.
- Stop engine.
- Check transmission oil level. Add oil if necessary.
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