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OMTCU26781

Issue L8

Professional Greensmower

2500B and 2500E Hybrid PIN(030001-)

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

Safety Label Location
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
Roll-Over Protective Structure
DANGER TCU22761
Warning
WARNING TCU26800
Danger
CAUTION
Warning
DANGER-POISON M93700
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
Certification

Safety

Operator Training Required
Preparation
Operating Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Checking Mowing Area
Parking Safely
Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades
Protect Children
Avoid Tipping
Use Seat Belt Properly
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Keep Riders Off
Driving Safely on Public Roads
Checking Wheel Hardware
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Maintenance and Storage
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Prevent Fires
Tire Safety
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals

Operating Controls

Operating Controls

Operating

Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
UsIng Indicator Lights
Using Operating Controls
Sit-On Seat Diagnostics
Reel Controller (SOS) Diagnostics
Adjusting Seat
Using Seat Belt
Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Mow-Transport Lever Switch
Testing Raise-Lower Lever Switch
Testing Seat Switch
Ignition Interlock Systems
Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Diesel Model)
Using Park Brake
Adjusting Mowing Speed
Emergency Stopping
Moving Machine Manually
Transporting Machine on Trailer

Operating

Engaging Cutting Units
Emergency Stopping - Cutting Reels
Adjusting Cutting Unit Shield (QA5)
Removing and Emptying Grasscatchers
Operating Greens and Turf Conditioner
Operating and Adjusting (Optional) Vertical Cutters
Cleaning Cutting Units

Replacement Parts

Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers

Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine
Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Grease
Lubricating Greensmower
Lubricating Cutting Units
Lubricating Greens and Turf Conditioner Reel
Lubricating Rear Roller Powered Brush
Lubricating Alternator Belt Tensioner - 2500E Hybrid Models

Service Engine

Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Raising and Lowering Engine Hood
Raising and Lowering Operator Seat
Checking Engine Oil
Changing Engine Oil and Filter (Gas)
Changing Engine Oil and Filter (Diesel)
Cleaning Oil Cooler Coils and Radiator Cooling Fins (2500B)
Checking Spark Arrestor
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (Gas)
Checking Air Restriction Indicator (Diesel)
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (Diesel)
Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
Checking Spark Plugs (Gas)
Replacing Fuel Filter (Gas)
Adjusting Carburetor
Servicing Sediment Bowl (Diesel)
Bleeding Diesel Fuel System
Checking and Adjusting Fan Belt (2500B Gas)
Checking and Adjusting Alternator Belt (2500E Hybrid Gas)
Checking and Adjusting Alternator Belt (2500E Hybrid Diesel)
Checking and Adjusting Alternator Belt (2500B Diesel)
Replacing Fan Belt (2500B Gas)
Replacing Alternator Belt (2500E Hybrid Gas)
Replacing Alternator Belt (2500E Hybrid Diesel)
Replacing Alternator Belt (2500B Diesel)
Service Cooling System Safely
Recommended Engine Coolant
Checking Coolant Level
Draining Cooling System
Flushing Cooling System
Filling Cooling System
Checking Radiator Hoses, Air Intake Hose and Hose Clamps

Service Transmission

Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Biodegradable Oil
Converting From HY-GARD to BIO HY-GARD
Adjusting Transmission Neutral
Adjusting Neutral Lock
Checking and Adjusting Park Brake Neutral

Service - Hydraulics

Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Biodegradable Oil
Converting From HY-GARD to BIO HY-GARD
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level
Checking Hydraulic Oil Filter Status Indicator
Changing Hydraulic Oil
Changing Hydraulic Oil Filter
Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Strainer
Cleaning Backlap/Mower Valve Screen

Service Cutting Units

Avoid Injury From Contacting Blades
Removing and Installing Cutting Units
Removing Cutting Unit Yokes
Adjusting Bedknife to Reel (QA-5 Cutting Unit)
Adjusting Height Of Cut Range (QA-5 Cutting Unit)
Adjusting Height of Cut (QA-5 Cutting Units)
Removing and Installing Bedbar (QA-5 cutting Units)
Replacing Bed Knife (QA-5 cutting Units)
Removing and Installing Front Roller (QA-5 Cutting Unit)
Adjusting Front Roller Parallel with Bed Knife (QA-5 Cutting Unit)
Removing and Installing Rear Roller (QA-5 Cutting Unit)
Adjusting Bedknife and Bedbar Position for Worn Reel (QA5)
Adjusting (Optional) Rear Roller Power Brush (QA-7 Cutting Unit)
Adjusting Greens Turf Conditioner (GTC) for (QA-5 cutting Unit)
Adjusting Cutting Unit Float Range
Mounting Motor and Gear Case to Cutting Unit
Adjusting Cutting Unit Shield (QA5)
Adjusting Reel Speed
Check and Adjust Lift Arm Stops
Adjusting Front Upstops
Grinding Reel and Bed Knife
Backlapping Cutting Units

Service Electrical

Battery Warning
Service the Battery Safely
Removing and Installing Battery
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Checking Interlock Module
Checking and Replacing Fuse

Service Miscellaneous

Using Proper Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Checking Tire Pressure
Checking and Tightening ROPS Hardware
Tightening Wheel Hardware
Adjusting Park Brake
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical
General Cutting Unit Diagnostics for 2500E Hybrid
Hydraulic Mower Drive System - 2500B
Hydrostatic Drive
2500E Hybrid Reel Diagnostic Codes
Cutting Units

Storage

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

Specifications

Engine (Gas Model)
Engine (Diesel Model)
Fuel System (Gas Model)
Fuel System (Diesel Model)
Engine Electrical System
Traction Drive
Brakes
Reel Drive (2500E Hybrid)
Reel Drive (2500B)
Mower
Tires
Dimensions
Weight - Includes Cutting Units, All Fluids and 18x10.50-10 Tires
Fluid Capacities
Recommended Lubricants

Warranty

Product Warranty
California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

John Deere Quality

Service Record

Record Service Dates