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OMTCU22823

Issue A9

Walk-Behind Greensmower

180C, 220C & 260C PIN(010001-)

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.

Introduction

Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
Using Your Operator’s Manual
California Proposition 65 Warning
Special Messages

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers

Safety Labels

Pictorial Safety Signs
Warning
Warning
Caution
WARNING TCU26800
Danger
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Certification

Safety

Operator Training Required
Preparation
Operating Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Checking Mowing Area
Parking Safely
Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Maintenance and Storage
Prevent Fires
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals

Operating Controls

Operating Controls

Operating

Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Handlebar
Using Operator Controls
Using Reel Clutch Handle
Removing Transport Wheels
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Park Brake
Testing Run Switch
Testing Operator Presence Bail
Transporting Machine on Trailer

Operating - Cutting Units

Cleaning Cutting Unit
Adjusting Bed Knife-To-Reel
Adjusting Cutting Height
Adjusting Drive Roller Parallel with Bed Knife
Operating Greens Tender Conditioner (GTC) Or Rotary Brush
Adjusting Greens Tender Conditioner (GTC) Or Rotary Brush

Replacement Parts

Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers

Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine
Break-in - After 5 Hours
Break-in - After First 20 Hours
Break-in - After 50 Hours
Daily
Every 50 Hours
Every 100 Hours
Every 300 Hours
Yearly or every 500 Hours

Service Lubrication

Grease
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Biodegradable Oil
Converting From HY-GARD to BIO HY-GARD
Lubricating Rotary Brush Or GTC (Greens Tender Conditioner)
Lubricating Reel
Lubricating Input Drives
Lubricating Front Roller
Lubricating Drive Roller
Checking and Filling Gear Case
Lubricating Knife Shoe Pivot Bolt
Lubricating Drive Control Linkage
Lubricating Operator Presence Pawl And Cam
Lubricate Adjusting Knobs

Service Engine

Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Using Proper Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Adjusting Throttle Lever Location
Adjusting Throttle Lever Tension
Cleaning Air Cleaner
Cleaning Fuel Sediment Bowl
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil
Cleaning Spark Plug And Adjusting Electrode Gap
Adjusting Carburetor

Service - Cutting Units

Backlapping
Removing And Installing Bed Knife And Shoe
Grinding the Bed Knife
Adjusting Reel Or Roller Drive Chains
Adjusting Brake
Adjusting Reel Shield
Checking Tire Pressure (Transport Wheels)

Service - Belts

Removing Drive Belts
Installing Belts
Drive Belt Tension Check and Adjustment
Adjusting Belt Guide
Adjusting Operator Presence Bail

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Mower

Storage

Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Removing Machine From Storage

Specifications

Engine
Fuel System
Capacities
Travel Speeds
Tire Dimensions
Dimensions
Cutting Unit
Miscellaneous
Recommended Lubricants

Warranty

Product Warranty
California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

John Deere Quality

Service Record

Record Service Dates