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Model List:
- X117R Lawn Tractor
- X147R Lawn Tractor
- X167R Lawn Tractor
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- 1.2. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.3. Machine Use
- 1.4. Emissions Performance and Tampering
- 1.4.1. Operation and Maintenance
- 1.4.2. Tampering
- 1.5. Special Messages
- 1.5.1. Order Service Parts Online
- 1.6. Service Literature
- 2. Contents
- 3. Product Identification
- 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 3.1.1. Lawn Tractors
- 3.1.2. Machine Product Identification Number Location
- 3.1.3. Engine Serial Number Location
- 4. Safety Labels without Text
- 4.1. Safety Label Location
- 4.2. Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
- 4.3. Read Operators Manual
- 4.4. Keep Children Away from Mower
- 4.5. Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Tipping
- 4.6. Avoid Injury from Getting Caught in Belts
- 4.7. Avoid Injury from Equipment Fires
- 4.8. Avoid Injury from Rotating Blades
- 4.9. Avoid Injury from Hot Surfaces
- 4.10. Training
- 4.11. Preparation
- 4.12. Operation
- 4.13. Maintenance and Storage
- 4.14. Preventing Injuries
- 4.14.1. Protect Children
- 4.14.2. Avoid Thrown Objects
- 4.15. Parking Safely
- 4.16. Operating on Slopes and Near Terrain Hazards
- 4.16.1. Identify Safe Slopes
- 4.16.2. Measuring Slopes
- 4.16.3. Slope Limits
- 4.16.4. Operating Near Terrain Hazards
- 4.17. Prevent Fires
- 4.18. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 5. Machine Cleanout
- 5.1. General Cleaning Guidelines
- 5.2. Cleanout Areas
- 6. Assembly
- 6.1. Charge and Connect Battery
- 6.2. Check Tire Pressure
- 6.3. Adjust Mower Deck Level
- 6.4. Adjust Mower Deck Gage Wheels
- 6.5. Check Engine Oil Level
- 6.6. Check Machine Safety System
- 6.7. Break in Electric Engagement Clutch (If Equipped)
- 6.8. Install Grass Collector
- 6.8.1. Hopper Parts
- 6.8.2. Assemble Hopper
- 6.8.3. Install Hopper
- 6.8.4. Adjust Hopper
- 7. Operating Controls
- 7.1. Operators Station Controls Model X117R
- 7.2. Operators Station Controls Models X147R and X167R
- 8. Operating
- 8.1. Daily Operating Checklist
- 8.2. Adjusting Seat
- 8.3. Adjusting Cutting Height
- 8.3.1. Transporting or Getting on and off Machine
- 8.4. Checking Mower Deck Level
- 8.5. Adjusting Mower Deck Level
- 8.5.1. Method One
- 8.5.2. Method Two
- 8.6. Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- 8.7. Testing Safety Systems
- 8.8. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 8.9. Testing Park Brake
- 8.10. Testing Attachment Engagement Switch or Lever
- 8.11. Testing Seat Switch
- 8.12. Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 8.13. Using the Park Brake
- 8.13.1. Locking Park Brake
- 8.13.2. Unlocking Park Brake
- 8.14. Using the Hour Meter
- 8.15. Checking Fuel Level
- 8.16. Using Key Switch and Headlights
- 8.16.1. Engine Off
- 8.16.2. Engine On
- 8.17. Starting the Engine
- 8.18. Idling the Engine
- 8.19. Stopping the Engine
- 8.20. Using Travel Controls
- 8.20.1. Travel Forward
- 8.20.2. Travel in Reverse
- 8.20.3. Stopping
- 8.20.4. Emergency Stopping
- 8.21. Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 8.22. Adjusting Grass Collector Full Sensor
- 8.23. Using Grass Collector
- 8.24. Adjusting Grass Collector Latch
- 8.25. Engaging and Disengaging Mower
- 8.26. Checking for Plugging
- 8.26.1. Checking For Plugging While Driving
- 8.27. Moving Machine by Hand
- 8.28. Transporting Machine on Trailer
- 8.29. Using Weights
- 8.30. Using Tire Chains
- 8.31. Using Accessories
- 8.31.1. Using CargO MountCargO Mount is a trademark of Deere Company System
- 8.32. Mowing Tips
- 8.33. Bagging Tips
- 8.34. Towing Loads
- 9. Service Intervals
- 9.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 9.2. Service Intervals
- 9.2.1. Initial Service 8 Hours
- 9.2.2. Every 25 Hours
- 9.2.3. Yearly or Every 50 Hours (Whichever Comes First)
- 9.2.4. Every 200 Hours
- 10. Service Lubrication
- 10.1. Lubricating Front Axle
- 10.1.1. Wheel Spindles and Bushings
- 10.1.2. Front Axle Pivot
- 10.2. Lubricating Pivot Points
- 11. Service Engine
- 11.1. Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO)
- 11.2. Avoid Fumes
- 11.3. Gasoline Engine Oil
- 11.4. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 11.5. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 11.6. Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- 11.7. Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Single Cylinder Engine)
- 11.8. Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Twin Cylinder Engine)
- 11.9. Checking Spark Plug
- 11.10. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 11.11. Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
- 12. Service Transmission
- 12.1. Checking Transmission
- 13. Service Mower
- 13.1. Removing and Installing Machine Shields
- 13.1.1. Remove and Install Machine Shields X117R X147R
- 13.1.2. Remove and Install Machine Shields X167R
- 13.1.3. Remove and Install Engine Drive Sheave Shield
- 13.2. Cleaning Mower Deck
- 13.3. Disconnect Manual PTO Cable
- 13.4. Removing Mower Deck
- 13.5. Connecting Manual PTO Cable
- 13.6. Installing Mower Deck
- 13.7. Replacing Mower Drive Belts
- 13.8. Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- 13.9. Servicing Mower Blades
- 13.9.1. Removing Mower Blades
- 13.9.2. Installing Mower Blades
- 13.10. Sharpening Blades
- 13.11. Balancing Blades
- 13.12. Removing Grass Collector
- 13.13. Installing Grass Collector
- 14. Service Electrical
- 14.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 14.2. Removing and Installing the Battery
- 14.2.1. Removing
- 14.2.2. Installing
- 14.3. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 14.4. Using Booster Battery
- 14.5. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 14.6. Replacing Fuse
- 15. Service Miscellaneous
- 15.1. Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
- 15.2. Filling Fuel Tank
- 15.3. Lifting Machine
- 15.4. Checking Tire Pressure
- 15.5. Removing and Installing Hood
- 15.5.1. Removing
- 15.5.2. Installing
- 15.6. Removing and Installing Closeout Panels (If Equipped)
- 15.6.1. Removing panels
- 15.6.2. Installing panels
- 15.7. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 15.8. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 15.8.1. Cleaning
- 15.8.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (Surface Scratch)
- 15.8.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (Bare Metal or Primer Showing)
- 15.9. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 15.10. Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
- 15.10.1. Removing
- 15.10.2. Installing
- 15.11. Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
- 15.11.1. Removing
- 15.11.2. Installing
- 16. Troubleshooting
- 16.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 16.2. Electrical
- 16.3. Tractor
- 17. Storage
- 17.1. Storing Safety
- 17.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 17.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- 17.3.1. Engine
- 17.4. Removing Machine From Storage
- 18. Specifications
- 18.1. Model X117R
- 18.2. Model X147R
- 18.3. Model X167R
- 18.4. Electrical System
- 18.5. Fuel System
- 18.6. Capacities
- 18.7. Dimensions
- 18.8. Mower Deck
- 18.9. Recommended Lubricants
- 18.10. Fast Idle Engine Speed
- 18.11. Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device
- 18.12. Sound Measurements
- 18.13. Vibration Measurements
- 19. Declaration of Conformity
- 19.1. EC Declaration of Conformity
- 19.2. UK Declaration of Conformity
- 20. John Deere Quality Statement
- 20.1. John Deere Quality
- 21. Service Record
- 21.1. Record Service Dates
- 22. Slope Gauge
- 22.1. Slope Gauge Template






