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Model List:
- LTR180 Lawn Tractor
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- 1.2. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.3. Special Messages
- 1.4. Attachments for Your Machine
- 2. Product Identification
- 2.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 3. Table of Contents
- 4. Safety Labels
- 4.1. Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- 4.2. DANGER ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- 4.3. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- 4.4. DANGER SHIELD EYESEXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR INJURY
- 4.5. DANGER ROTATING BLADE
- 4.6. DANGER ROTATING BLADE AND THROWN OBJECTS
- 4.6.1. ROTATING BLADE
- 4.6.2. THROWN OBJECTS
- 4.7. WARNING PINCH POINT
- 4.8. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 4.9. Emission Compliance Period
- 4.10. Homologation
- 4.11. Operating Safely
- 4.12. Using a Spark Arrestor
- 4.13. Checking Mowing Area
- 4.14. Parking Safely
- 4.15. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- 4.15.1. HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS
- 4.16. Protect Children
- 4.17. Avoid Tipping
- 4.18. Keep Riders Off
- 4.19. Towing Loads Safely
- 4.20. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 4.21. Driving Safely on Public Roads
- 4.22. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 4.23. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- 4.24. Prevent Fires
- 4.25. Handling Fuel Safely
- 4.25.1. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely…
- 4.26. Tire Safety
- 4.27. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 4.28. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5. Operating
- 5.1. Daily Operating Checklist
- 5.2. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 5.3. Operator Station Controls
- 5.4. Miscellaneous Controls
- 5.5. Adjusting Seat
- 5.5.1. To adjust seat position
- 5.5.2. To adjust seat for ride comfort
- 5.6. Adjusting Cutting Height
- 5.7. Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- 5.8. Adjusting Mower Level (SidetoSide)
- 5.9. Adjusting Mower Level (FronttoRear)
- 5.10. Testing Safety Systems
- 5.11. Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
- 5.12. Testing Seat Switch
- 5.13. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 5.14. Testing Brake Pedal Switch
- 5.15. Testing Park Brake
- 5.16. Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 5.17. Using Park Brake
- 5.17.1. Locking park brake
- 5.17.2. Unlocking park brake
- 5.18. Using the Key Switch
- 5.19. Starting Engine
- 5.20. Stopping Engine
- 5.21. Using Headlights
- 5.21.1. Turning Headlights On/Off (with Engine Off)
- 5.21.2. Turning Headlights On/Off (With Engine On)
- 5.22. Using Travel Pedals
- 5.22.1. To travel forward
- 5.22.2. To travel in reverse
- 5.22.3. To stop travel
- 5.23. Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 5.24. Using Mower Lift Pedal
- 5.24.1. Raising Mower Deck
- 5.24.2. Lowering Mower Deck
- 5.25. Using Mower Engagement Lever
- 5.26. Using Grass Collector
- 5.27. Adjusting Grass Collector Fill
- 5.28. Using Fill Indicator Paddle (Optional)
- 5.29. Adjusting Grass Collector Latch
- 5.30. Pushing Machine (Using FreeWheeling Lever)
- 5.31. Transporting Machine on Trailer
- 5.32. Using Wheel Weights
- 5.33. Using Tire Chains
- 5.34. Mowing Tips
- 5.35. Bagging Tips
- 6. Replacement Parts
- 6.1. Service Literature
- 6.1.1. Order Service Parts Online
- 6.2. Part Numbers
- 7. Service Intervals
- 7.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 7.2. After Each Use
- 7.3. Break In After First 5 Hours of Operation
- 7.4. Every 10 Hours
- 7.5. Every 25 Hours
- 7.6. Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
- 7.7. Hours
- 7.8. Yearly As Required
- 8. Service Lubrication
- 8.0.1. The following greases are preferred
- 8.1. Lubricating Mower Spindles
- 8.2. Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
- 8.3. Lubricating Lift Pedal Assembly
- 9. Service Engine
- 9.1. Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- 9.2. Avoid Fumes
- 9.3. Engine Oil
- 9.3.1. The following John Deere oils are preferred
- 9.3.2. Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi…
- 9.4. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 9.5. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 9.6. Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- 9.7. Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
- 9.8. Checking Spark Plugs
- 9.9. Adjusting Carburetor
- 9.10. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 10. Service Transmission
- 10.1. Checking Transmission
- 11. Service Mower
- 11.1. Removing Mower
- 11.2. Installing Mower
- 11.3. Replacing Mower Drive Belt
- 11.4. Adjusting Mower Deck Timing Belt
- 11.5. Replacing Mower Deck Timing Belt
- 11.6. Adjusting Spindle Brake
- 11.7. Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- 11.8. Servicing Mower Blades
- 11.8.1. Removing Mower Blades
- 11.8.2. Installing Mower Blades
- 11.9. Sharpening Blades
- 11.10. Balancing Blades
- 11.11. Removing Grass Collector
- 11.12. Installing Grass Collector
- 12. Service Electrical
- 12.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 12.2. Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
- 12.3. Removing and Installing Battery
- 12.3.1. Removing
- 12.3.2. Installing
- 12.3.3. Installing Replacement Battery
- 12.4. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 12.5. Using Booster Battery
- 12.6. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 12.7. Cleaning Headlight Lens
- 13. Service Miscellaneous
- 13.1. Using Proper Fuel
- 13.2. Filling Fuel Tank
- 13.3. Adjusting Hood Latches
- 13.4. Cleaning Mower Deck and Grass Collector
- 13.5. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 13.6. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 13.6.1. Cleaning
- 13.6.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
- 13.6.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing)
- 13.7. Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
- 13.7.1. Removing
- 13.7.2. Installing
- 14. Troubleshooting
- 14.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 14.2. Transmission
- 14.3. Electrical
- 14.4. Tractor
- 15. Storage
- 15.1. Storing Safety
- 15.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 15.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- 15.3.1. Engine
- 15.4. Removing Machine From Storage
- 16. Specifications
- 16.1. Drivetrain
- 16.2. Electrical System
- 16.3. Capacities
- 16.4. Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
- 16.5. Dimensions
- 16.5.1. Rear Discharge Mower Deck
- 16.6. Recommended Lubricants
- 16.6.1. Grease
- 17. Warranty
- 17.1. Product Warranty
- 17.2. John Deere, Federal and California Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small OffRoad Ga…
- 17.3. Tire Warranty
- 17.4. Limited Battery Warranty
- 17.4.1. TO SECURE WARRANTY SERVICE
- 17.4.2. FREE REPLACEMENT
- 17.4.3. PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT
- 17.4.4. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
- 17.4.5. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASERS REMEDIES
- 17.4.6. NO DEALER WARRANTY
- 17.4.7. PRO RATA MONTHS OF ADJUSTMENT
- 18. John Deere Quality Statement
- 18.1. John Deere Quality
- 19. Service Record
- 19.1. Record Service Dates






