John Deere

OMTCU16258

Issue A2

Lightweight Fairway Mower

3215B TURF SYSTEM I

3215B TURF SYSTEM I PIN (030001-)

3225B TURF SYSTEM II PIN (020001-)

3235B TURF SYSTEM II PIN (030001-)

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating Machine

Operating Cutting Units

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Cutting Units

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Filling Fuel Tank

Greasing Rear Lift Linkage

Adjusting Park Brake

Checking/Adjusting Toe-In

Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces

Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces

Troubleshooting

Storage

Assembly

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

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Service Miscellaneous


Filling Fuel Tank

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use galvanized containers-diesel fuel stored in galvanized containers reacts with zinc coating in the container to form zinc flakes. If fuel contains water, a zinc gel will also form. The gel and flakes will quickly plug fuel filters and damage fuel injectors and fuel pumps.


Use diesel fuel Grade No. 1-D for cold air temperatures or Grade No. 2-D fuel for warm air temperatures. Diesel fuel must be cetane Number 40. A cetane number of 50 or more is preferred, especially for air temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or elevations above 1500 m (5000 ft).

Add John Deere fuel stabilizer to fuel before using it in your machine to prevent engine damage due to stale fuel. Follow directions on stabilizer container.

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fuel vapors are explosive and flammable:

ˇ Shut engine off before filling fuel tank.

ˇ Do not smoke while handling fuel.

ˇ Keep fuel away from flames or sparks

ˇ Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area.

ˇ Clean up spilled fuel immediately.

ˇ Use clean approved non-metal container to prevent static electric discharge.

ˇ Use clean approved plastic funnel without screen or filter to prevent static electric discharge.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and water in fuel can cause engine damage:

ˇ Clean dirt and debris from the fuel tank opening.

ˇ Use clean, fresh, stabilized fuel.

ˇ Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day's operation to keep condensation out of the fuel tank.

ˇ Use a non-metallic funnel with a plastic mesh strainer when filling the fuel tank or container.


1. Park machine safely. (See Park Safely in SAFETY section.)

2. Open engine cover.

3. Allow engine to cool several minutes.


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4. Remove any debris from area around red fuel tank cap (A).

5. Remove fuel tank cap.

6. Fill tank with fresh, stabilized fuel only to bottom of filler neck.

7. Install fuel tank cap.

Greasing Rear Lift Linkage

NOTE: At 200 hours or during scheduled engine oil change, a new layer of grease needs to be applied under the washers and to the short straps where they are exposed through the slot holes in the long strap.


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Grease lift arm (through rear of lift arms) and front cast pivots. Grease both ends of the lift linkage at locations (A).

Adjusting Park Brake

1. Park machine on level surface and turn off engine.

2. Block rear wheels and unlock park brake.

3. Support the front wheels off the ground safely, use jack stands.


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4. Loosen jam nut (A).

5. Tighten cable coupler nut (B) while rotating wheel until brake pads begin to contact disc. Loosen coupler until brake releases. Tighten jam nut.

6. Repeat for other wheel.


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7. Loosen jam nut (C) and adjust cable coupler nut (D) as in step 5 above.

ˇ Additional adjustment is available at the pedal end of the cable.

Checking/Adjusting Toe-In

1. Park on a level surface with rear wheels in straight forward position.

2. Lower cutting units. Lock park brake and shut off engine.


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3. Measure distance (A) between tire beads at front of tire. Measure at hub height.

4. Measure distance (B) between tire beads at rear of tire. Measure at hub height.

5. Front distance (A) should be 2 to 9 mm (3/32 to 3/8 in.) less than rear distance (B). If not, adjust tie rod length.


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6. Loosen nut (C) on each tie rod.

7. Turn tie rod (D) until toe-in distance is 2 to 9 mm (3/32 to 3/8 in.).

8. Tighten tie rod nuts.

9. Check steering. Ball joints must move freely.

Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces

Your John Deere dealer has the professional materials needed to properly remove surface scratches from any plastic surfaces, do not attempt to paint over marks or scratches in plastic parts.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Improper care of machine plastic surfaces can damage that surface:

ˇ Do not wipe plastic surfaces when they are dry. Dry wiping will result in minor surface scratches.

ˇ Use a soft, clean cloth (bath towel, diaper, automotive mitt).

ˇ Do not use abrasive materials, such as polishing compounds, on plastic surfaces.

ˇ Do not spray insect repellent near machine.


1. Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.

2. Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap.

3. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.

4. Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use products that specifically say "contains no abrasives."

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use a power buffer to remove wax.


5. Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth.

Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces

Your John Deere dealer has the professional materials needed to properly remove surface scratches from any plastic surfaces, do not attempt to paint over marks or scratches in plastic parts.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Improper care of machine plastic surfaces can damage that surface:

ˇ Do not wipe plastic surfaces when they are dry. Dry wiping will result in minor surface scratches.

ˇ Use a soft, clean cloth (bath towel, diaper, automotive mitt).

ˇ Do not use abrasive materials, such as polishing compounds, on plastic surfaces.

ˇ Do not spray insect repellent near machine.


1. Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.

2. Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap.

3. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.

4. Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use products that specifically say "contains no abrasives."

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use a power buffer to remove wax.


5. Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth.