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X305R John Deere Select Series™ Tractor

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

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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 Rotating Blades
Avoid Injury From Loaded Spring
Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acid
Avoid Injury From Hand Entanglement in Rotating Parts
Prevent Equipment Fires
Drawbar Load
CE Certification Label X305R

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 Gage Wheels
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Park Brake Switch
Testing Park Brake
Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
Testing Seat Switch
Testing Hood Switch
Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Park Brake
Using Key Switch and Headlights
Using the Hourmeter
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Using Travel Controls
Using Cruise Control
Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Using Mower Attachment / Mower Lift Pedal
Using Mower Engagement Lever
Using Grass Collector
Adjusting Grass Collector Latch
Moving Machine by Hand
Checking for Plugging
Transporting Machine on Trailer
Using Weights
Using Tire Chains
Mowing Tips
Bagging Tips
42RD 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 Lift Pedal Assembly

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

Section 60 - Service Mower

Removing Mower
Installing Mower
Replacing Mower Drive Belts
Checking for Bent Mower Blades
Servicing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Removing Grass Collector
Installing Grass Collector
Cleaning Pressure Sensor

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)
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
Install Anti-Scalp Wheels
Install Grass Collector
Check Tire Pressure
Adjust Mower Deck Level
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Machine Safety System

Section 90 - Specifications

Engine
Drive Train
Fuel System
Electrical System
Tires
Capacities
Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
Dimensions
42 Rear Discharge Mower
Recommended Lubricants
Fast Idle Engine Speed
Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device
Sound Measurements
Vibration Measurements

Section DOC - 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