21-Inch Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers
Introduction
Product Identification
Safety
Operating
Replacement Parts
Service Intervals
Service
Troubleshooting
Storing Machine
Assembly
Install Starter Handle In Bracket
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Quality Statement
Service Record
Assembly
Unfold Handle
1. Loosen knob (A) on each side.
2. Remove knob (B) and bolt from each side.
3. Carefully unfold handlebar assembly.
4. Pivot upper handle to a straight position.
5. Tighten knob (A) on each side.
6. Hold handle and install bolt through square hole of bracket (C) and handle. Install knob (B) on outside of handle.
7. Repeat Step 5 on other side.
Install Starter Handle In Bracket
NOTE: Don't pull starter handle without blade control lever engaged.
When you pull starter handle, blade also turns and engine may start.
1. Pull starter handle (A) to rear and install rope in bracket (B).
Add Engine Oil
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! engine is shipped without oil. You must add oil before running the engine. See Service section for correct oil application. |
1. Park mower on a level surface and clean area around oil dipstick.
2. Turn oil dipstick (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Remove dipstick.
3. Add 0.47 L (16 oz.) oil through dipstick tube.
a. Install dipstick, turn it clockwise 1/4 turn and tighten it.
c. Check oil level: Oil should be between ADD and FULL marks on dipstick. If not, add oil.
5. Install and tighten dipstick.
6. Remove "No Oil" tag from top of engine.
Install Grass Bag
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not operate mower unless grass bag, chute (optional), or mulch plug (optional) is held in place by door.
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2. Grasp handle (B). Install bag.
3. Lower door to hold bag in place.
Test Mower Operation
1. Put enough fuel in tank to test mower operation.
2. Press primer bulb (A) three times to prime engine.
3. Move throttle lever to the fasposition.
4. Start engine and check mower operation. (See Operating section).