Operate Rear and Mid PTO (Operator on Seat)

CAUTION: If PTO engages at engine start-up, contact your John Deere dealer for service.

IMPORTANT: Use rear mounted equipment rated for 540 rpm. Do not operate mid or rear PTO over 3200 rpm mark on tachometer.

NOTE:

• The mid-PTO is only operational with the operator on the seat.
• Engine starts with PTO switch engaged, but PTO switch must be cycled off and on again before PTO engages.

Engaging the PTO

1. Sit on the operator seat.

2. Lock the park brake.

3. Move the range-shift lever to the neutral “N” position.

4. Start the engine.

5. Set engine speed to 1500 rpm or less.

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   A - PTO Lever

   B - Mid PTO Only

   C - Mid and Rear PTO

   D - Rear PTO Only

   Move the PTO lever (A) to desired operating position.
   • Position (B) - Mid PTO only.
   • Position (C) - Mid and Rear PTO.
   • Position (D) - Rear PTO only.
   
   

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   Engage the PTO by pressing switch (A) forward.

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8. Adjust the hand throttle forward to the desired speed for the implement used.

   NOTE:

   • When operating at 3200 engine rpm the mid PTO speed is 2100 rpm and rear PTO speed is 540 rpm.
   • If the engine overheats during the PTO operation the PTO will automatically shutoff. Disengage the PTO switch, engage the park brake and the shut the engine off. Allow sufficient time for the engine to cool. Check the coolant level and add coolant if necessary. Clean debris away from the radiator cooling fins and the front grill. If the PTO still does not engage after the engine has cooled, see your local John Deere Dealer for service.
   
   

Disengaging the PTO

1. Adjust engine rpm to low idle.

2. Push PTO switch rearward to the disengaged/off position.