John Deere Select Series™ Tractors
X300, X304, X310 and X320
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Machine Use
Special Messages
Attachments for Your Machine
Section 05 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 11 - Safety Labels
Pictorial Safety Label Location
Pictorial Safety Signs
Read Operator’s Manual
Keep Children Away from Mower
Avoid Injury From Tipping
Avoid Injury From Thrown Objects
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Avoid Injury From Loaded Spring
Drawbar Load
Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acid
Prevent Equipment Fires
Hot Surface
CE Certification Label
Section 15 - 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
Handling Fuel Safely
Tire Safety
Checking Wheel Hardware
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Section 20 - Machine Cleanout
Prevent Fires
Cleanout Areas
Section 25 - Operating - Controls
Operator Station Controls
Section 30 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Seat
Adjusting Cutting Height
Checking and Adjusting Mower Deck Level
Adjusting Mower Wheels
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Park Brake Switch
Testing Park Brake
Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
Testing Seat Switch
Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Park Brake
Using Key Switch and Headlights
Using the Hourmeter
Checking Fuel Level
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Using Travel Controls
Using Cruise Control
Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Mower Attachment / Mower Lift
Using Mower Engagement Lever
Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
Moving Machine by Hand
Using Mower Gates (42-inch Edge™ Mulch Mower)
Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Using Weights
Using Tire Chains
Using Accessories
Mowing Tips
42C Blade Choices
48C and 54C Blade Choices
Section 35 - Replacement Parts
Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers
Section 40 - Service Intervals
Servicing Your Machine
Service Intervals
Section 45 - Service Lubrication
Grease
Lubricating Pivot Points
Lubricating Front Axle
Lubricating Rear U-Joints (4-Wheel Steer Models)
Lubricating Lift Pedal Assembly
Lubricating Steering Cylinder Ball Joints (X310)
Section 50 - Service Engine
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
Cleaning Engine Shroud
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
Checking Spark Plug
Adjusting Carburetor
Replacing Fuel Filter
Section 55 - Service Transmission
Checking Transmission (X300, X304, and X320)
Transmission Oil (X310)
Checking Transmission Oil Level (X310)
Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter (X310)
Section 60 - Service Mower
Removing Mower (42C Mower)
Removing Mower (42 Mulch Mower)
Removing Mower (48 and 54 Mower)
Installing Mower (42C Mower)
Installing Mower (42 Mulch Mower)
Installing Mower (48 and 54 Mower)
Adjusting Lift Assist Spring (If equipped)
Replacing Mower Drive Belt (42 Mower)
Replacing Mower Drive Belt (42 Mulch Mower)
Replacing Mower Drive Belt (48 and 54 Mower)
Checking for Bent Mower Blades
Servicing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Section 65 - Service Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Removing and Installing the Battery
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Fuse
Section 70 - Service Miscellaneous
Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
Filling Fuel Tank
Lifting Machine
Removing and Installing Hood
Checking Tire Pressure
Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with E-Clip)
Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with Wheel Bolt)
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Section 75 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical
Machine
Mower
Section 80 - Storage
Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
Section 85 - Assembly
Charge and Connect Battery
Install Steering Wheel
Install Seat Springs
Remove Shipping Support Rod (54 Mower)
Install Mower Anti-Scalp Wheels
Check Tire Pressure
Adjust Mower Deck Level
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Machine Safety System
Section 90 - Specifications
Specifications
Recommended Lubricants
Section DOC - Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
Section JDQS - John Deere Quality Statement
John Deere Quality
Section SR - Service Record
Record Service Dates
Section SG - Slope Gauge
Slope Gauge Template