OMTCU12447

Issue I9

F735

Front Mowers PIN (010001- )

Introduction

Safety Signs

Controls

Operating Machine

Operating Mower Deck

Lawn Care

Replacement Parts

Service Machine Safely

Service Interval Chart

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Steering And Brakes

Service 48 & 54 Inch Mower Deck

Service 60 Inch Mower Deck

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Removing 48 & 54 Inch Mower Deck

Removing 60 Inch Mower Deck

Installing 48 & 54 Inch Mower Deck

Installing 60 Inch Mower Deck

Troubleshooting

Storing Machine

Assembly

Remove Front Mower Shipping Straps

Installing Wheels and Tires

Install The Seat

Install The Steering Wheel

Fasten The Driveline To The Mower Gearbox Shaft

Assemble 60 Inch Mower Deck (S.N.-011682)

Checking Tire Pressure

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Service Literature

John Deere Quality Statement

Copyright© Deere & Company

Assembly

Remove Front Mower Shipping Straps

1. Carefully cut and discard the metal banding strap that secures the rear bumper to the crate.

2. Remove and discard the two lag bolts that secure the shipping brackets to the 2 x 4 at the front of the machine.

3. Remove the four tie straps that secure the two rear wheel assemblies to the side of the crate.

4. Remove the seat.

5. Remove and discard the two shipping brackets that secure the machine to the 2 x4.

6. Discard the four bolts and locknuts from the two shipping brackets.

Installing Wheels and Tires

1. Jack or hoist rear axle of Front Mower up from pallet enough to install rear tires.

2. Remove and discard the protective cover from each of the two axle spindles.

3. Install rear wheel on axle spindle with valve stem (A) facing out.

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4. Locate external snap ring (B) from bag of parts and install in groove on rear axle.

5. Install molded axle cover (C) over end of axle shaft and tap with hammer until snapped in place.

6. Repeat steps 3-5 for other side of Front Mower.

7. Lower rear of Front Mower to ground.

8. Raise front drive axle up from pallet and install front tire onto axle flange with valve stem facing out. Use a torque wrench to tighten bolts to 80 N·m (60 lb-ft). Repeat for other side.

NOTE: Check wheel bolt torque after each use of the Front Mower for the first 100 hours of operation.

Install The Seat

1. Lock the seat platform in the highest position.

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2. Set the operator's seat onto the seat platform lining up the four studs on the bottom of the seat to the holes in the platform.

3. Fasten the seat to the seat platform with four flat washers and locknuts (A).

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4. Connect the wiring harness (C) to the male terminals of the operator presence switch (D) on the bottom of the seat.

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Install The Steering Wheel

1. Put the rear wheels in the straight-ahead position.

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2. Install the black plastic spacer on the steering wheel shaft.

3. Put the steering wheel on the shaft with one spoke pointing to the rear.

4. Install and tighten the nut (A).

5. Push the cover with insert (B) onto the steering wheel with the leaping deer in the upright position.

Fasten The Driveline To The Mower Gearbox Shaft

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1. Line up the holes in the driveline coupler with the groove in the mower gearbox shaft.

2. Install the two M10 x 50 bolts (A) and lock nuts as shown-one from each side. Tighten the nuts to 75 N·m (55 lb-ft).

Assemble 60 Inch Mower Deck (S.N.-011682)

1. Loosen cap screw and nut (A) on 60 inch mower deck height adjustment handle to allow handle to slide freely up and down in adjustment plate.

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Checking Tire Pressure

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c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death: · Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. · Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel. · When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. · Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

1. Check tires for damage.

2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.

3. Add or remove air, if necessary.