Starting the Engine

CAUTION: Avoid possibility of personal injury or death. Engine starting with shift lever in gear indicates malfunction of starting circuit. Repairs should be made immediately by your John Deere™ dealer.

Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Tractor will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed. Start engine ONLY from operator seat.

TS177-UN-11JAN89

RXA0129144-UN-30OCT12

A - Key Switch

Before Starting Tractor

1. Move SCV levers to NEUTRAL position.
2. Disengage PTO.
3. Move hand throttle to slow idle position.
4. Move transmission shift lever to PARK position.

   CAUTION: Avoid possibility of serious injury or death. Be sure tractor and attached equipment are clear of people and other objects.

5. Depress clutch and brake pedals.
6. Sound horn.
7. Turn key switch (A) to engage starter. Release key when engine starts.

IMPORTANT: Avoid starter damage. Do not operate starter more than 30 seconds. Wait at least two minutes before trying again.

If Engine Fails To Start:

Check quantity and quality of fuel.

Check electrical system.

In cold weather (at or below -6 °C (21 °F), follow steps listed in appropriate Cold Weather Starting topic in this section of this Operator’s Manual.

Engine speed is limited to 1440 rpm based on transmission type and transmission-hydraulic oil temperature:

• IVT™ /AutoPowr™ transmission - temperature below -5 °C (23 °F).
• e23™ and CommandQuad™ transmissions - temperature below -18 °C (0 °F).

If engine fails to start after three attempts, it may be necessary to consult John Deere™ service technician.