OMM145603

Issue A1

Spin-Steer Lawn Tractor

SST16 and SST18

PIN (010001 - )

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Steering

Service Mower

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storage

Assembly

Install Steering Wheel

Charge and Connect Battery

Check Engine Oil Level

Move Mower Wheels To Mowing Position (48C)

Install Plastic Discharge Chute (48C)

Check Tire Pressure

Level Mower Deck

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

Assembly

Install Steering Wheel

1. Put John Deere Multi-Purpose lubricant or an equivalent on the steering shaft.

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

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

4. Install washer and nut (B).

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

Charge and Connect Battery

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. The battery may explode: · Do not smoke near battery. · Wear eye protection and gloves. · Do not allow direct metal contact across battery posts. · Remove negative cable first when disconnecting. · Install negative cable last when connecting.

1. Charge the battery.

· Battery is fully charged at 12.6 volts.

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

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3. Connect positive (+) battery cable (A) to battery.

4. Connect negative (-) battery cable (B).

5. Apply general purpose grease or silicone spray to terminal to help prevent corrosion.

6. Slide red cover over positive battery cable.

7. Install black rubber strap (C).

Check Engine Oil Level

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

2. Install and tighten dipstick.

3. Remove dipstick.

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

5. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than FULL mark on dipstick.

6. Install and tighten dipstick.

Move Mower Wheels To Mowing Position (48C)

1. Remove spring locking pins and drilled pins from three mower wheels and remove wheels from the shipping position.

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2. Install three mower wheels in the mowing position and fasten to mower brackets with drilled pins and spring locking pins (A).

3. Adjust mower level before operation.

Install Plastic Discharge Chute (48C)

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Never operate mower without chute in place.

NOTE: Attaching hardware is installed in mower deck for shipping.

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1. Install discharge chute to mower deck with two M8 x 16 bolts (A) and lock nuts (B).

2. Tighten nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb-ft).

Check Tire Pressure

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation of tire and rim parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly: · Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. · Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. · Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. Heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in an explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel. · Do not stand in front or over the tire assembly when inflating. Use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side.

1. Check tires for damage.

2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.

3. Check that tires have equal air pressure. Add or remove air, if necessary.

Level Mower Deck

Level mower deck. (See Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side) and Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear) in the OPERATING section.)