Transmission Operation

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury or damage to the tractor. If the engine starts with the shift lever in gear, there is a malfunction of the starting circuit. Repair should be done immediately by your John Deere Dealer.

IMPORTANT: Prevent transmission or clutch damage:

• Never rest foot on the clutch pedal while tractor is moving
• Do not allow tractor to coast by disengaging clutch or shifting transmission into NEUTRAL position
• Never attempt to start tractor by towing or pushing
• Always stop tractor completely before shifting transmission to PARK position or NEUTRAL position
• Avoid excessive ballast
• Avoid continuous operation under full throttle and full load conditions below 1800 rpm

Optimum engine speed is 1800—2100 rpm in normal working conditions. Using a higher gear and lower engine speed for light load operation saves fuel and reduces wear. Under full load conditions, use full throttle engine speed.