Before Starting the Engine

TS220
LV5123
 

A-Park Brake Lever

  

causym CAUTION: Prevent asphyxiation. Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death to you or someone else.

If you must operate engine in a building, be positive there is adequate ventilation. Either

use an exhaust pipe extension to remove the exhaust fumes or open doors and windows to bring enough outside air into the area.

1. Ensure park brake lever (A) is up and park brake is engaged.

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IMPORTANT: Starter will not operate if forward/reverse selector lever is out of neutral position.

2. Place forward/reverse lever (A) in neutral position.


A-Forward/Reverse Lever

LV8789

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3. Place gear shift lever (A) and range shift lever (B) in neutral.


A-Gear Shift Lever
B-Range Shift Lever

LV721

Open Station

LV4933

Cab

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IMPORTANT: Starter will not operate if PTO engagement lever is in engaged position.

4. Ensure PTO engage lever (A) is in OFF position.


A-PTO Engagement Lever

LV722

Open Station

LV4934

Cab

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5. Place rockshaft control lever (A) in LOWER position.


A-Rockshaft Control Lever

LV814

Open Station

LV4935

Cab

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6. Turn key switch to ON position and check indicators. Indicators should glow with key in ON position. If any indicator does not function properly, see your John Deere dealer.

7. Check fuel gauge to be sure tractor has plenty of fuel.


A-Key Switch

LV8790
LV8808

Late Model Tractor Shown; Early Model Tractor Similar

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