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OMGX22228

Issue A6

Walk-Behind Rotary Mower

JS20, JS30, JS40 PIN (010001-)

Introduction

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

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers
Register Your Product and Warranty Online

Safety Labels

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
Danger
Warning
Danger
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Certification

Safety

Operating Safely
Parking Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Checking Mowing Area
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
Operating Safely on Slopes
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Practice Safe Maintenance
Prevent Fires
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals

Assembly

Prepare Handle Assembly
Charge and Connect Battery
Install Discharge Assembly
Check and Add Engine Oil
Insert Fuel Stabilizer Cartridge in Fresh Start Fuel Cap (If Equipped)
Fill Fuel Tank
Check Machine Safety System

Operating Controls

Operator Station Controls and Features

Operating

Daily Operating Checklist
Adjusting Cutting Height
Adjusting Handle Height
Locking Caster Wheel (Model JS40)
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Blade Control
Starting and Stopping Engine
Operating the Mower
Emergency Stopping
Using Recycling Cover
Mowing with Recycling Cover
Using Side Discharge Deflector
Using Grass Bag

Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine
Before Each Use
Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation
Every 25 Hours or Once a Year
Every 100 Hours or Once a Year
Once a Year

Service

Adjusting Carburetor
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
Changing Engine Oil
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (JS20 and JS30)
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (JS40)
Cleaning and Gapping Spark Plug
Cleaning Debris from Engine
Adjusting Wheel Drive Control
Removing and Installing Rear Cover
Adjusting Ground Speed Control
Replacing Drive Belt
Grease
Greasing Caster Wheel Spindles (Model JS40)
Servicing Mower Blade
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Inserting Fuel Stabilizer Cartridge in Fresh Start Fuel Cap
Using Proper Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Servicing Battery (JS30)

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart

Storage

Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Folding Handles

Specifications

Engine (Model JS20, JS30)
Engine (Model JS40)
Capacities
Machine Specifications
Recommended Lubricants

Warranty

Product Warranty
John Deere, Federal and California Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)

Getting Quality Service

Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers
John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service