OMM147096
Issue L2
Spin-Steer Lawn Tractor
SST15, SST16 and SST18 PIN (050001-)
- Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- Using Your Operator's Manual
- Special Messages
- Record Identification Numbers
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- WARNING: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- WARNING
- DANGER - CAUTION: POISON
- Warning
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE - THROWN OBJECTS
- DANGER
- Emission Control System Certification Label
- Emission Compliance Period
- Certification
- Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
- Operating Safely
- Using a Spark Arrestor
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Towing Loads Safely
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Prevent Fires
- Tire Safety
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Operator Station Controls
- Miscellaneous Controls
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels (42 Inch Side Discharge)
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels (Freedom42)
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels (48C)
- Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
- Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing PTO Switch
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Belt Drive System
- Testing Steering Switch
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Park Brake
- Using Headlights
- Using Indicator Lights (SST18) and Hour Meter (SST16 and SST18)
- Using Fuel Gauge
- Starting the Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Emergency Stopping
- Driving the Machine
- Using Reverse Implement Option
- Using Mower Lift Pedal
- Using Mower
- Mower Blade Selection
- Pushing Machine (Using Free-Wheeling Lever)
- Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Using Weights
- Installing Tire Chains
- Mowing Tips
- Service Literature
- Parts
- Part Numbers
- Servicing Your Machine
- Break In (After First 25 Hours of Operation)
- 25 Hours
- 50 Hours
- 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
- 100 Hours or Every Two Years (whichever comes first)
- 200 Hours or Every Two Years (whichever comes first)
- Annually
- Grease
- Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (SST15)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (SST16 and SST18)
- Checking Spark Plug
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Transmission Oil
- Checking Transmission Oil Level
- Checking and Adjusting Steering Tracking and Creep
- Replacing Steering Filters
- Cleaning Area Around Transmission and Steering Switches
- Removing Mower
- Installing Mower
- Replacing Primary Mower Drive Belt
- Replacing Mower Deck (Secondary) Belt (42C)
- Adjusting Mower Deck Timing Belt Tension (Freedom42)
- Replacing Mower Deck Secondary Belt and Timing Belt (Freedom42)
- Replacing Mower Deck (Secondary) Belt (48C)
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades (42C and 48C)
- Servicing Mower Blades (Freedom42)
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
- Battery Statement
- Service the Battery Safely
- Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
- Removing and Installing the Battery
- Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- Using Booster Battery
- Replacing Fuse
- Replacing Indicator Light Bulbs (SST18)
- Replacing Headlight Bulbs
- Filling Fuel Tank
- Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
- Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- Removing and Installing Hood
- Removing and Installing Rear Wheel
- Using Troubleshooting Chart
- Engine
- Electrical
- Machine
- Steering
- Mower
- Storing Safety
- Preparing Machine for Storage
- Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- Removing Machine From Storage
- Install Steering Wheel
- Charge and Connect Battery
- Check Engine Oil Level
- Move Mower Wheels To Mowing Position (48C)
- Install Mower Discharge Chute
- Check Tire Pressure
- Level Mower Deck
- Engine
- Drivetrain
- Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
- Electrical System
- Battery
- Tires
- Steering and Brakes
- Capacities
- Dimensions
- Net Weight (With Mower Deck and Fuel)
- 42C Mower
- Freedom42 Mower
- 48C Mower
- Recommended Lubricants
- Product Warranty
- John Deere, Federal and California Emission Control System Warranty (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
- Tire Warranty
- Limited Battery Warranty
- John Deere Quality
- Record Service Dates