Introduction
Safety Signs
Controls
Operating
Replacement Parts
Service Machine Safely
Service Intervals
Service Lubrication
Alternative And Synthetic Lubricants
Traction Unit Hydrostatic Transaxle/Hydraulic System
Checking Hydraulic Reservoir Oil Level
Checking Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Level
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Service Cutting Units
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storage
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Quality Statement
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Service Lubrication
Grease
Use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval.
The following greases are preferred:
ˇ John Deere Moly High Temperature EP Grease.
ˇ John Deere High Temperature EP Grease.
Other greases may be used are:
ˇ SAE Multipurpose EP Grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide.
ˇ Greases meeting Military Specification MIL-G-10924C may be used as arctic grease.
Hydrostatic Drive Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes.
The following oils are preferred:
ˇ John Deere Low Viscosity HY-GARDŽ
Other oils may be used if they meet one of the following:
Service Lubrication
ˇ John Deere Standard JDM J20C
ˇ John Deere Standard JDM J20D
Alternative And Synthetic Lubricants
Conditions in certain geographical areas may require lubricant recommendations different from those printed in this operator's manual.
Some John Deere lubricants may not be available in your location. Consult your John Deere dealer to obtain information and recommendations.
Synthetic lubricants may be used if they meet the performance requirements as shown in this operator's manual.
Mower Hydraulic Oil
Use John Deere HY-GARDŽ Transmission and Hydraulic Oil or an equivalent oil meeting John Deere J20C specifications.
Traction Unit Hydrostatic Transaxle/Hydraulic System
Use John Deere HY-GARD Transmission and Hydraulic Oil or an equivalent oil meeting John Deere J20C specifications.
Cutting Unit Gear Case Grease
John Deere Cotton Picker Spindle Grease is recommended for cutting unit gear case.
If other grease is used, us e SAE Multipurpose Grease meeting NLGI Consistency Number 00.
Checking Hydraulic Reservoir Oil Level
Check mower hydraulic reservoir dipstick (A). If oil level is not to FULL mark, add John Deere HY-GARD transmission and hydraulic oil. See Mower Hydraulic Oil in this section. Reservoir capacity is 26.5 L (7 gal).
Checking Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Level
Check hydrostatic transaxle dipstick (B). If oil level is low, add John Deere HY-GARD Transmission/Hydraulic Oil.
See Hydrostatic Drive Oil in this section. Reservoir capacity is 18.9 L (5 gal).
Grease Locations
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not clean, lubricate, or adjust machine while it is running.
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Perform each lubrication illustrated in this section.
Clean grease fittings before lubricating.
Replace lost or broken fittings immediately.
NOTE: DO NOT over lubricate. Excess grease could fall from mower during operation.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! After operating and washing machine, grease rollers to flush contaminants from bearings. |
ˇ Grease adjusters (A) on each end of cutting units.
ˇ Grease reel bearing (B) on each cutting unit.
ˇ Grease rollers (C) on front and rear of cutting units.
Grease Locations (Continued)
ˇ Grease cutting unit pivot pins (D) on each cutting unit and wing lift arm pivot pins (E) for both right and left wings.
NOTE: Left front tire removed for photo purposes ONLY.
Grease Locations (Continued)
ˇ Grease lift and control links (H).
ˇ Grease rear axles and cylinders (I).
ˇ Grease brake and hydraulic pedals.
Grease Locations (Continued)
ˇ Pack gear case to fill plug (K) with John Deere Cotton Picker Spindle Grease or other SAE Multipurpose Grease meeting NLGI Consistency Number 00. See Cutting Unit Gear Case Grease in this section.
