Snowblower, 44 and 47 Inch, Select Series
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 10 - Safety Labels
Safety Label Location
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
WARNING and CAUTION M144854
DANGER M144853
DANGER M154693
Section 15 - Safety
Read Safety in Machine Operator’s Manual
Safe Operation Practices for Ride On Snowblowers
Training
Preparation
Operation
Parking Safely
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
Maintenance and Storage
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid Injury from Moving Parts
Avoid Injury from Hitting Obstructions
Section 20 - Assembly
Identify Parts
Assemble Snowblower
Section 25 - Preparing Vehicle
Install Lift Assist Spring (44 in. Snowblower Only)
Install Rockshaft Assembly
Install Rotation Handle Bracket
Install Reflective Tape (44 in. Snowblowers Only)
Section 30 - Installing
Preparing The Machine
Install Ballast
Install Front Lift Assembly
Install Snowblower
Check Tire Pressure
Section 35 - Removing and Storing
Removing Snowblower
Storing Attachment
Section 40 - Operating
Adjusting Lift Height
Adjusting Lift Pedal Spring Tension (Machine Models with Mechanical
Lift System)
Turning Discharge Chute
Adjusting Spout
Adjusting Skid Shoes
Raising and Lowering Snowblower
Using Winter Grill Covers (Optional for X300 and X500 Models)
Operating Snowblower
Transporting
Section 45 - Service
Service Intervals
Grease
Gearbox Oil
Checking Gearbox Oil
Replacing Shear Bolts
Replacing Scraper Blade
Adjusting Drive Belt Tension
Replacing Drive Belt
Section 50 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Snowblower Troubleshooting
Section 55 - Specifications
Snowblower Specifications
Section 60 - Getting Quality Service
Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers
John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service