JOHN DEERE 212 (03) PDF MANUAL

JOHN DEERE 212 (03) PDF SUMMARY:

Where is the tractor serial number located?

The tractor serial number is located on the pedestal below the steering wheel.

What do the serial numbers indicate?

• The first letter indicates the “family of machine”.
• The next three numbers or letters indicate the “model or machine designation”.
• The letter in the fifth position indicates the “model year”.
• This is followed by a space and a six-digit serial number and the letter “M” denoting Horicon as the factory of manufacture.

When ordering parts, what serial number should be used?

When ordering parts, use only the six-digit serial number.

When writing about or filling out warranty claims, what information is needed?

When writing about or filling out warranty claims, use all thirteen numbers, letters, and spaces shown on the machine serial number plate.

Where is the engine serial number located?

The engine serial number is located on the engine shroud.

Where is the transaxle serial number located?

The transaxle serial number is located on the transaxle case next to the L.H. axle housing.

What tire combinations can John Deere 200, 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors be equipped with?

John Deere 200, 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors can be equipped with four different combinations of tires as follows:

• GT-3 16×6.50-8 23×8.50-12 High-Flotation
• GT-4 4.80/4.00-8 —— Studded —— 23×8.50-12 Traction
• GT-5 16×6.50-8 23×10.50-12 High-Flotation
• GT-8 16×6.50-8 —— High-Bar or 4.80/4.00-8 Flotation Tread —— 23×10.50-12 Traction

With what tires is the 200 Tractor equipped as standard equipment?

The 200 Tractor is equipped with GT-3 tires as standard equipment.

With what tires is the 208 Tractor equipped as standard equipment?

The 208 Tractor is equipped with 4.80 x 4.00-8 (2-ply) front tires and 23 x 8.50-12 rear tires as standard equipment.

With what tires are the 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors equipped as standard equipment?

The 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors are equipped with GT-5 tires as standard equipment.

What should be checked or changed during tune-up and adjustments?

During tune-up and adjustments, you should:

• Clean engine shrouds and cooling fins
• Clean or replace air filter element
• Clean fuel strainer
• Check and clean engine crankcase breather
• Check spark plug gap
• Check ignition breaker points and engine timing
• Adjust carburetor
• Check engine speed
• Change engine crankcase oil
• Check or change transaxle lubricant
• Lubricate grease fittings
• Repack PTO clutch bearing
• Service battery
• Check tire pressure
• Check operation and condition of lights, lift system, steering, brakes, belts, and equipment

What should you lubricate?

• Lubricating Grease Fittings
• Lubricating Integral Hitch Grease Fitting