2020A and 2030A ProGator™ Utility Vehicle
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Special Messages
Attachments for Your Machine
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 05 - Safety Labels Text
Safety Label Location
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
WARNING
ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
DRAWBAR LOAD
WARNING
Section 10 - Safety Labels No-Text
Safety Label Location
Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
Riders Can Fall Off and Be Killed
Park Machine Safely
Read Operator’s Manual
Avoid Injury From Loud Noises
Avoid Tipping
Avoid Injury From Crushing
Drawbar Load
Hot Surfaces
Section 15 - Safety
Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
Operator Training Required
Operating Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Parking Safely
Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
Use Seat Belt Properly
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Avoid Tipping
Keep Riders Off Vehicle
Transport Loads Safely
Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
Before Driving
Driving On Rough Terrain
Climbing Or Descending A Hill
Driving Across Slopes
Riding Through Water
Checking Wheel Hardware
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Practice Safe Maintenance
Prevent Fires
Do Not Modify Machine
Tire Safety
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Using the Lift Cylinder Safety Support
Section 20 - Operating Controls
Operator Station Controls
Section 25 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Adjusting Seats
Using Seat Belts
Testing Safety Systems
Testing Seat and Park Brake Switches
Testing Neutral Switch
Testing Auxiliary Hydraulic System Switch
Using Light Switch
Using Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Diesel Models)
Using the Park Brake
Using the Differential Lock Lever
Using Four Wheel Drive (4WD)
Using the Hydraulic PTO Control Lever
Using the Lift Cylinder Lever
Using the Fourth and/or Fifth Gear Lockout
Instrument Panel
Switching Engine Speedometer
Operating the 5-Speed Synchronized Transmission
Using Optional Multi-Mode Throttle Control (Gas Models Only)
Using Optional Throttle/Governor Control (Diesel Units Only)
Using Disengaged Vertical Mode
Using Throttle Mode
Using Governor Mode
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Operating Vehicle Engine with Operator Off the Seat
Towing Utility Vehicle
Towing Loads
Transporting Utility Vehicle
Loading Cargo Box
Vehicle Payload Capacity With Cargo Box
Vehicle Payload Capacity Without Cargo Box
Raising and Lowering the Cargo Box
Operating the Cargo Box Tailgate
Removing the Cargo Box Tailgate
Section 30 - Replacement Parts
Service Literature
Parts
Section 35 - Service Intervals
Servicing Your Machine
Before Each Use
After Each Use
Break In - After First 50 Hours
Every 100 Hours
Every 200 Hours
Every 500 Hours or Yearly
Every 800 Hours
Every 1500 Hours
Every 2000 Hours or 24 Months
Every 3000 Hours or 36 Months
Service Intervals After Converting to BioDiesel Fuel
Service Intervals After Converting to Bio Hy-Gard
Section 40 - Service Lubrication
Grease
Lubricating the Drive Shaft (4WD Models)
Section 45 - Service Engine
Emissions Service Information
Avoid Fumes
Gasoline Engine Oil
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Checking Spark Plugs (Gas Model)
Cleaning Radiator Screen
Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins and Fan Shroud
Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
Checking Air Restriction Indicator (Diesel Models)
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (Gas Models)
Servicing Air Cleaner Element (Diesel Models)
Check Air Intake Hose, Hydraulic Hoses, Radiator Hoses and Clamps
Service Cooling System Safely
Diesel Engine Coolant
Servicing Cooling System
Replace Fuel Filter (Gas Models)
Servicing Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl (Diesel Models)
Checking and Adjusting Alternator Belt
Replacing Alternator Belt
Servicing PCV Valve
Section 50 - Service Transmission
Transmission Oil
Checking Transmission Oil Level
Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
Clean Transmission Oil Strainer
Front Axle Oil
Checking the Front Axle Oil Level (4WD Models)
Changing the Front Axle Oil (4WD Models)
Adjusting Clutch and Accelerator Cables
Section 55 - Service Hydraulics
Servicing Optional Auxiliary Hydraulics
Cleaning Oil Cooler
Section 60 - Service Steering & Brakes
Brake Fluid
Check Brake Fluid Level
Adjusting Park Brake
Section 65 - Service Electrical
Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Removing and Installing Battery
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Stoplight/Taillight Bulb
Replacing Indicator Light Bulb
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Checking and Replacing Fuses
Section 70 - Service Miscellaneous
Gas Fuel
Diesel Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Removing and Installing Front Grille
Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
Checking and Tightening Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
Hardware
Tightening Wheel Hardware
Checking and Adjusting Toe-In
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Removing the Cargo Box
Installing the Cargo Box
Blink Code Function (Gas Model Only)
Using Diagnostic Plug to Retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Using Jumper Wire to retrieve Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Section 75 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Steering
Brakes
Electrical System
Hydraulics
Using Troubleshooting Blink Code Chart
Blink Codes (Gas Models Only)
Section 80 - Storage
Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Removing Machine From Storage
Storage for BioDiesel Fuel
Section 85 - Specifications
Engine (Model 2020A-Gas)
Engine (Model 2030A-Diesel)
Drivetrain and Travel Speeds
Electrical System
Fuel System (Gas Models)
Fuel System (Diesel Models)
Steering and Brakes
Tires
Capacities
Dimensions
Weights*
Torque Values
Turning Circle Clearance
Towing
Cargo Box
Recommended Lubricants
Section 90 - Warranty
Product Warranty
California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement
(Off-Road Gas Engines)
John Deere, California and U.S. EPA Emission Control System
Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
Section JDQS - John Deere Quality Statement
John Deere Quality
Section SR - Service Record
Service Record