Introduction
Safety Signs
Controls
Operating
Operating Cutting Units
Replacement Parts
Service Machine Safely
Service Interval Chart
Break-in - After First 50 Hours
Service Lubrication
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Service Cutting Units
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storing Machine
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Service Literature
John Deere Quality Statement
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Service Interval Chart
Servicing Your Machine
Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine.
Before Each Use
ˇ Test safety interlock systems.
After Each Use
ˇ Check fuel tank, fill if necessary.
ˇ Clean debris from machine, engine compartment, linkages and controls.
ˇ Clean debris from engine, especially air intake screens.
ˇ Check for loose, missing, or damaged parts.
ˇ Check Air Restriction Indicator.
ˇ Check engine and transmission oil levels.
As Needed
ˇ Adjust alternator belt tension.
ˇ Adjust steering wheel free play.
ˇ Clean fuel tank overfill reservoir.
ˇ Replace air cleaner elements.
ˇ Clean rubber dust unloading valve.
Break-in - After First 50 Hours
ˇ Change engine oil and filter.
ˇ Check alternator belt tension.
ˇ Check air filter hose clamps.
ˇ Change transmission oil and filter.
Every 50 Hours
ˇ Lubricate machine and cutting units.
ˇ Grease adjusters (2 per unit).
ˇ Grease lift arms (2 per cutting unit).
ˇ Grease roller bearings (2 per cutting unit).
ˇ Grease reel bearings (2 per cutting unit).
ˇ Grease rear wheel pivot and steering cylinder.
ˇ Grease eccentric (2 places).
Every 100 Hours
ˇ Check battery electrolyte level.
Every 200 Hours
ˇ Change engine oil and filter.
Every 500 Hours
ˇ Change transmission oil and filter.
ˇ Clean fuel filter sediment bowl.
ˇ Check air filter hose clamps.