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OMGX21222

Issue J2

Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers

JS60H, JS61, JS63 and JS63C

JS63C PIN (110001-)

Introduction

Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
Using Your Operator's Manual
Special Messages
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers

Safety

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
WARNING
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Certification
Operating Safely
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
Avoid Injury from Contacting Blade
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Practice Safe Maintenance
Prevent Fires
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals

Operating - Mower

Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Primer Bulb
Handle Controls
Adjusting Cutting Height
Adjusting Handle Height (JS61, JS63 and JS63C)
Adjusting Handle Height (JS60H)
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Blade/Engine Control Lever
Starting Engine
Stopping Engine
Forward Travel (JS61, JS63, and JS63C)
Using Discharge Chute
Using Mower Blade
Using Grass Bag (Optional)

Replacement Parts

Service Literature
Parts
Part Number

Service Intervals

Service Intervals
Before Each Use
After Each Use
Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation
Every 25 Hours or Once a Year
Every 50 Hours

Service

Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Adjusting Carburetor
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
Changing Engine Oil
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Element
Cleaning and Gapping Spark Plug
Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins
Cleaning Drive Belt and Transmission Area (JS61, JS63 and JS63C)
Checking and Replacing Drive Belt
Adjusting Transmission Cable (JS63 and JS63C)
Lubricating Drive Shaft Hub Bushings (JS61, JS63 and JS63C)
Grease
Lubricate Mower Axles
Greasing Caster Wheel Spindle (JS63C)
Cleaning Caster Wheel Pin (JS63C)
Servicing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Cleaning Fuel Cap Vents
Filling Fuel Tank

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart

Storage

Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Fold Handles
Remove Mower from Storage

Assembly

Identify Parts
Unfold Handles
Install Starter Rope
Adjust Mower Cutting Height
Add Engine Oil
Install Side Discharge Chute (JS60H)
Test Mower

Specifications

Engine
Capacities
Travel Speed Range
Machine Specifications
Dimensions (JS61 and JS63)
Dimensions (JS60H and JS63C)
Recommended Lubricants

Warranty

Product Warranty
John Deere, Federal and California Emission Control System Warranty (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

John Deere Quality

Service Record

Record Service Dates