Introduction
Safety Signs
Controls
Operating Machine
Operating Cutting Units
Replacement Parts
Service Machine Safely
Service Interval
Service Lubrication
Service Engine Gas Units
Service Engine Diesel Units
Service Hydraulics & Transmission
Service Cutting Units
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
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Assembly
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Safety Signs
Safety-Alert Symbol
Read and recognize safety information. Be alert to the potential for personal injury when you see this safety-alert symbol.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards. In this manual, the word CAUTION and this symbol call attention to safety messages.
Keep safety signs in good condition. You can buy safety signs from your John Deere dealer.
Machine Safety Labels
DANGER
Picture Note: Two safety labels attached to each cutting reel.
To avoid injury from rotating blades, stay clear of reel.
Shut off engine before servicing, lubricating or removing cutting unit.
WARNING
To avoid injury, avoid quick stops and reduce speed on slopes.
CAUTION
HELP AVOID INJURY
ˇ Keep people a safe distance away.
ˇ Maintain all safety devices.
WARNING
HOT SURFACE
Picture Note: Safety label attached to top of radiator.
DANGER: EXPLOSIVE GASES
Picture Note: Raise operator seat to locate battery safety information. English DANGER/POISON information (A) molded into battery caps. Spanish DANGER/POISON label (B) is attached to the front of the battery.
Cigarettes, flames or sparks could cause the battery to explode. Always shield eyes and face from battery. Do not charge or use booster cables or adjust poor connections without proper instruction and training. Keep vent caps tight and level.
Contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. In event of an accident, flush with water and call a physician immediately. Keep out of reach of children.