John Deere Tractors
X115R, X135R,
X155R
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Machine Use
Special Messages
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 05 - Safety Labels No-Text
Safety Labels No-Text Location
Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Avoid Injury From Hot Surfaces
Avoid Injury From Getting Caught in Belts
Avoid Injury
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
Avoid Crushing Injury When Servicing Mower - X115R Only
Prevent Equipment Fires
Avoid Injury From Hand Entanglement in Rotating Parts
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
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)
Install Grass Collector
Section 25 - Operating Controls
Operator Station Controls X115R
Operator Station Controls X135R
Operator Station Controls X155R
Section 30 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Seat
Adjusting Cutting Height
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
Checking Fuel Level
Using Key Switch and Headlights
Starting the Engine
Idling the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Using Travel Controls
Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Adjusting Grass Collector Full Sensor
Using Grass Collector
Adjusting Grass Collector Latch
Engaging and Disengaging Mower
Checking for Plugging
Moving Machine by Hand
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Transporting Material Collection System (If Equipped)
Using Weights
Using Tire Chains
Using Accessories
Mowing Tips
Bagging Tips
Towing Loads
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
Engine)
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Twin Cylinder Engine)
Checking Spark Plug
Adjusting Carburetor
Replacing Fuel Filter
Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
Section 50 - Service Transmission
Checking Transmission
Section 55 - Service Mower
Removing and Installing Machine Shields
Cleaning Mower Deck
Disconnect Manual PTO Cable
Removing Mower Deck
Connecting Manual PTO Cable
Installing Mower Deck
Replacing Mower Drive Belts
Checking for Bent Mower Blades
Servicing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Removing Grass Collector
Installing Grass Collector
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 (If Equipped)
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
Model X115R
Model X135R
Model X155R
Electrical System
Fuel System
Tires
Capacities
Dimensions
Mower Deck
Recommended Lubricants
Fast Idle Engine Speed
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device
Sound Measurements
Vibration Measurements
Section 85 - Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Section 72 - Service Statement
John Deere Parts
The Right Tools
Well-Trained Technicians
Prompt Service
Section JDQS - Getting Quality Service
Service Literature
Parts
John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service
Section SR - Service Record
Record Service Dates
Section - Slope Gauge
Slope Gauge Template