OMM142611

Issue C0

Lawn and Garden Tractor

GT225 and GT235

PIN (010001 - )

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storage

Assembly

Install Steering Wheel

Connect and Check Battery

Check Engine Oil Level

Check Tire Pressure

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

Assembly

Install Steering Wheel

1. Put front wheels in the straight forward position.

2. Put John Deere NEVER-SEEZ Lubricant or an equivalent on the steering shaft.

3. Install steering wheel with John Deere logo in the upright position.

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4. Install shoulder bolt (A). Drive bolt in until head of bolt contacts steering wheel.

5. Install washer and nut (B).

6. Tighten lock nut until it is snug. Do not pull washer or head of bolt into steering wheel.

Connect and Check Battery

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Prevent Battery Explosions: · Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of battery. Battery gas can explode. · Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer. · Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16 degrees C (60 degrees F).

Battery is filled with acid and charged when it left the factory. To extend battery life, charge the battery prior to delivery.

1. Check battery voltage. Battery should be charged if voltage is below 12.3 volts. Battery is fully charged at 12.6 volts. (See Charging the Battery in the Service-Electrical section.)

NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (-) protective cap at this time.

2. Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protective cap from the positive (+) battery terminal.

NOTE: On GT225 route positive (+) cable (C) BEHIND fuel line (D).

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3. Connect red POSITIVE (+) cable (A) to battery. Apply general purpose grease to terminal to prevent corrosion. Make sure connection is tight. Push red positive cover over positive terminal.

4. Remove and discard the black (-) protective cap from the negative battery terminal.

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5. Connect black NEGATIVE (-) cable (B) to battery. Apply general purpose grease to terminals to prevent corrosion. Make sure connection is tight.

6. Inspect retaining strap (C). Battery must be held securely in place.

Check Engine Oil Level

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1. Remove dipstick (A) and wipe off with a clean cloth.

2. Install dipstick into tube:

· On GT225; DO NOT TIGHTEN dipstick. Let dipstick threads rest on top of tube, rotate cap counterclockwise until it "clicks" or drops into the dipstick tube.

· On GT235: tighten cap to check oil level.

3. Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick.

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4. Oil must be between ADD and FULL marks on dipstick.

NOTE: Crankcase capacity is approximately:

· On GT225: 1.8 L (1.9 qts.)

· On GT235: 1.65 L (1.75 qts.)

5. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than FULL mark on dipstick. (See Engine Oil in this section for type of oil.)

6. Install and tighten dipstick.

Remind customer about initial break-in, change engine oil and filter after first 25 hours and 50 hours of operation.

Check Tire Pressure

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Check tires for proper pressure.