OMGC00397

Issue B0

21-Inch Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers

JS60, JS61, and JS63

PIN (010001-)

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Service

Troubleshooting

Storing Machine

Storing Safety

Preparing Machine for Storage

Fold Handles

Remove Mower from Storage

Assembly

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

Storing Machine

Storing Safety

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. · If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the fumes. Always try to work in a well ventilated area. · DO NOT store vehicle with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. · Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. · Remove the battery and store it in a cool dry place where it will not freeze, and where children cannot reach it.

Preparing Machine for Storage

1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware.

2. Clean under the deck.

3. Sharpen mower blades.

4. Paint scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust.

5. Apply light coat of engine oil to pivot and wear points to prevent rust.

6. Lubricate grease points.

Preparing Engine For Storage

NOTE: Properly preparing your engine for storage will make it easier to start the following season. Engine storage procedure should be used if mower is not used for longer than 60 days.

There are two satisfactory methods of preparing the engine for storage: running the engine completely dry of fuel, or filling the fuel tank with a mixture of fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer.

Running engine dry of fuel:

NOTE: Try to anticipate the last time the mower will be used for the season so very little fuel is left in the fuel tank.

1. Stop mower in a well-ventilated area.

2. Turn on engine and allow to run until it runs out of fuel.

3. Continue with Step 6.

Add fuel and stabilizer mixture to tank:

1. Stop mower in a well-ventilated area.

2. Mix fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer in separate container. Follow stabilizer instructions for mixing.

NOTE: Filling the fuel tank reduces the amount of air in the fuel tank and helps reduce deterioration of fuel.

3. Fill fuel tank with stabilized fuel.

4. Run engine for a few minutes to allow fuel mixture to circulate through carburetor.

5. Continue with Step 6.

6. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.

7. Service air filter if necessary.

8. Clean debris from engine air intake screen.

9. Remove spark plug. Put 30 mL (1 oz.) of clean engine oil in cylinders.

10. Install spark plug, but DO NOT connect spark plug wire.

11. Crank the engine for approximately five seconds to allow oil to be distributed.

12. Clean the engine and engine compartment.

13. Store the mower in a dry, protected place. If mower is stored outside, put a waterproof cover over it.

Fold Handles

1. Remove grass bag and bagging chute if installed.

M87088

2. Remove starter handle (A) from rope guide.

M87116a

3. Loosen knob (B) 25 mm (1 in.) on each side. Allow upper handle (C) to pivot down.

M88835

4. Remove knob (D) and carriage bolt (E) from each side.

M96553

5. CAREFULLY fold lower handle (F) forward. Guide cables inside lower handle. DO NOT CRIMP CABLES.

6. Install bolts and knobs in lower handle.

Remove Mower from Storage

1. Unfold handles. Tighten knobs. Do not crimp cables.

2. Fill fuel tank with fresh gasoline.

3. Check engine oil level.

4. Connect wire to spark plug.

5. Inspect shields, safety devices and hardware.