OMM148971
Issue I2
Lawn and Garden Tractors
GT225, GT235 and GT245
PIN (090001-)
- Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- Using Your Operator's Manual
- Special Messages
- Record Identification Numbers
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- WARNING: AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- WARNING: LOADED SPRING
- DANGER: CAUTION- POISON
- DANGER
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE-THROWN OBJECTS
- DANGER: ROTATING BLADE
- CAUTION
- Emission Control System Certification Label (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
- Emission Compliance Period (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
- Certification
- Operator Training Required
- Operating Safely
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Checking Wheel Bolts
- 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
- Engine Break-In
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- Operator Station Controls
- Miscellaneous Controls
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Adjusting Rear Wheel Spacing
- Adjusting Mower Wheels
- 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 Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Park Brake
- Using Headlights
- Using Indicator Lights and Hour Meter
- Checking Fuel Level
- Starting Engine
- Stopping Engine
- Using Travel Controls
- Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Mower Lift Lever
- Using Cruise Control
- Using PTO (Power Take-Off)
- 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
- Machine
- Mower Deck
- Servicing Your Machine
- Initial Break-In
- Every 25 Hours
- Every 50 Hours
- Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
- Every 200 Hours or Two Years (whichever comes first)
- Every 250 Hours
- Every 500 Hours
- Grease
- Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
- Lubricating Blade Spindles
- Lubricating Mower Wheels (48C and 54C Mowers Only)
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Servicing Air Cleaner (GT225)
- Servicing Air Cleaner (GT235)
- Servicing Air Cleaner (GT245)
- Checking Spark Plugs
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Transmission Oil
- Checking Transmission Oil Level
- Changing Transmission Oil
- Adjusting Cruise Control Lever
- Removing Mower
- Installing Mower
- Adjusting Lift Assist Spring
- Replacing Mower Drive (Primary) Belt
- Replacing Mower Deck (Secondary) Belt
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
- Battery Statement
- Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
- Removing and Installing Battery
- Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- Using Booster Battery
- Replacing Fuses
- Replacing Headlight Bulb
- Replacing Indicator Light Bulb
- Filling Fuel Tank
- Checking Wheel Bolt Torque
- Removing and Installing Hood
- Adjusting Hood Latches
- Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
- Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- Using Troubleshooting Chart
- Engine
- Machine
- Electrical
- Mower
- Storing Safety
- Preparing Machine for Storage
- Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- Removing Machine From Storage
- Install Steering Wheel
- Check Tire Pressure
- Level Mower Deck
- Install Discharge Chute
- Install Mower Wheels (48C and 54C Mowers)
- Check Engine Oil Level
- Charge and Connect Battery
- Break-In Electric PTO Clutch
- Engine
- Drivetrain
- Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
- Battery
- Tires
- Steering and Brakes
- Capacities
- Dimensions
- Weight
- 42C Mower
- 48C Mower
- 54C 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