Tow Mode—Towing With All Wheels On Ground

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Hydraulic Oil Reservoir Sight Gauge

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A - “Full Cold” Mark

B - “Min Cold” Mark

C - NEUTRAL Position

IMPORTANT: Never attempt to start tractor by towing.

Avoid damaging the transmission and hydraulic systems. Operate engine above 1250 rpm to provide adequate system lubrication. All pressure indicator lights must be off.

Never tow tractor faster than 8 km/h (5 mph) for a maximum distance of 8 km (5 mile).

Park brake has to be released before towing. Special tools are needed to release park brake. See your John Deere Dealer.

Check to ensure hydraulic oil reservoir sight gauge level is between “Full Cold” mark (A) and “Min Cold” mark (B). (See Checking Transmission-Hydraulic-Axle Oil Level in Lubrication and Maintenance Section-Daily or 10 Hour.)

Attach tow bar to drawbar for towing.

If tractor starts, shift transmission lever to NEUTRAL position (C).

Steer and brake the tractor while being towed.

IMPORTANT: Park brake has to be released before towing.

Special tools are needed to release park brake. See your John Deere Dealer.

Tow tractor, without engine operation, off roadway to a safe short distance.

When tractor looses power, park brake will engage.

If tractor has no electrical power, a 100 Amp electrical source must be connected. See Using a Battery Booster Or Charger in Operating the Engine Section of this Operator's Manual.