John Deere Tractors
X125, X145, X165
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Machine Use
Special Messages
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 05 - Safety Labels
Safety Label Location
Pictorial Safety Signs
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acids
Avoid Injury From Getting Caught in Belt
Warning - Hot Surfaces
Avoid Injury
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
Prevent Equipment Fires
CE Certification Label
Section 10 - Safety
Training
Preparation
Operation
Maintenance and Storage
Checking Mowing Area
Parking Safely
Rotating Blades are Dangerous
Protect Children
Operating on Slopes
Keep Riders Off
Towing Loads Safely
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Prevent Fires
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Tire Safety
Checking Wheel Hardware
Section 15 - Machine Cleanout
Prevent Fires
Cleanout Areas
Section 20 - Assembly
Charge and Connect Battery
Check Tire Pressure
Adjust Mower Deck Level
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Machine Safety System
Break In Electric Engagement Clutch (If Equipped)
Section 25 - Operating Controls
Operator Station Controls (X125, X145)
Operator Station Controls (X165)
Section 30 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Seat
Adjusting Cutting Height
Checking and Adjusting Mower Deck Level
Checking Mower Deck Level
Adjusting Mower Deck Level
Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Park Brake Switch
Testing Park Brake
Testing Attachment Engagement Switch or Lever
Testing Seat Switch
Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using the Park Brake
Using the Hourmeter and Service Reminder
Using Key Switch and Headlights
Starting the Engine
Idling the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Using Travel Controls on Hydrostatic Transmission
Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Cruise Control (X145, X165)
Engaging and Disengaging Mower
Using Mulch Cover 107 cm (42 in.) and 122 cm (48 in.) Mower
Decks (If Equipped)
Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
Pushing Machine
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Using Weights
Using Tire Chains
Using Accessories
Choosing Mower Blades
Mowing Tips
Section 35 - Service Intervals
Servicing Your Machine
Service Intervals
Section 40 - Service Lubrication
Grease
Lubricating Front Axle
Lubricating Pivot Points
Section 45 - Service Engine
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Single Cylinder)
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Twin Cylinder)
Checking Spark Plug
Adjusting Carburetor
Replacing Fuel Filter
Section 50 - Service Transmission
Checking Transmission
Section 55 - Service Mower
Removing and Installing Machine Shields
Removing or Installing Mower Drive Belt at Engine Drive Sheave
(122 cm (48 in.) Mower Deck)
Removing Mower Deck
Installing Mower Deck
Replacing Mower Drive Belt (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
Replacing Mower Drive Belt (122 cm (48 in.) Mower Deck)
Adjusting Mower Belt Tension (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
Adjusting Spindle Brakes (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
Cleaning Mower Deck
Checking for Bent Mower Blades
Servicing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Section 60 - Service Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Removing and Installing the Battery
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Fuse
Section 65 - Service Miscellaneous
Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
Filling Fuel Tank
Checking Tire Pressure
Removing and Installing Hood
Removing and Installing Closeout Panels
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
Section 70 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical
Tractor
Mower
Section 75 - Storage
Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
Section 80 - Specifications
Specifications
Section 85 - Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Section JDQS - Getting Quality Service
Service Literature
Parts
John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service
Section SR - Service Record
Record Service Dates
Section SG - Slope Gauge
Slope Gauge Template