John Deere S240 Riding Lawn Tractor Operator Manual OMUC11776

Description

• Model List:
  • S240 Riding Lawn Tractor

• 1. Introduction
• 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
• 1.2. Using Your Operators Manual
• 1.3. Special Messages
• 1.3.1. Order Service Parts Online
• 1.4. 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
• 3.2. Register Your Product and Warranty Online
• 4. Safety Labels Text
• 4.1. Safety Label Location
• 4.2. Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
• 4.2.1. French or Spanish Safety Labels and Operators Manual
• 4.3. WARNING
• 4.3.1. AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• 4.4. CAUTION
• 4.5. WARNING
• 4.5.1. ROTATING BLADE
• 4.5.2. THROWN OBJECTS
• 5. Safety Labels NoText
• 5.1. Safety Label Location
• 5.2. Understanding The NoText Machine Safety Labels
• 5.3. Read Operators Manual
• 5.4. Keep Children Away from Mower
• 5.5. Avoid Serious Injury or Death From Tipping
• 5.6. Avoid Injury From Equipment Fires
• 5.7. Avoid Injury From Getting Caught in Belts
• 5.8. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
• 5.9. Avoid Injury From Hot Surfaces
• 5.10. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
• 5.11. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
• 5.12. Operating Safely
• 5.13. Using a Spark Arrestor
• 5.14. Checking Mowing Area
• 5.15. Parking Safely
• 5.16. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
• 5.16.1. HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS
• 5.17. Protect Children
• 5.18. Operating on Slopes
• 5.18.1. Identify Slopes for Safe Operation
• 5.18.2. Measuring Slopes
• 5.18.3. Operate Safely on Slopes
• 5.18.4. Operating Near Hazards
• 5.19. Keep Riders Off
• 5.20. Towing Loads Safely
• 5.21. Wear Appropriate Clothing
• 5.22. Driving Safely on Public Roads
• 5.23. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 5.24. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
• 5.25. Prevent Fires
• 5.26. Handling Fuel Safely
• 5.27. Tire Safety
• 5.28. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
• 6. Machine Cleanout
• 6.1. General Cleaning Guidelines
• 6.2. Cleanout Areas
• 7. Operating Controls
• 7.1. Operator Station Controls
• 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 and Adjusting Mower Deck Level
• 8.4.1. Method One
• 8.4.2. Method Two
• 8.5. Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
• 8.6. Testing Safety Systems
• 8.7. Testing Park Brake Switch
• 8.8. Testing Park Brake
• 8.9. Testing Attachment Engagement Switch
• 8.10. Testing Seat Switch
• 8.11. Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
• 8.12. Using the Park Brake
• 8.12.1. Locking park brake
• 8.12.2. Unlocking park brake
• 8.13. Using the Hourmeter and Service Reminder
• 8.14. Using Key Switch and Headlights
• 8.14.1. Engine Off
• 8.14.2. Engine On
• 8.15. Starting the Engine
• 8.16. Idling the Engine
• 8.17. Stopping the Engine
• 8.18. Using Travel Controls on Hydrostatic Transmission
• 8.18.1. Travel Forward
• 8.18.2. Travel in Reverse
• 8.18.3. Stopping
• 8.18.4. Emergency Stopping
• 8.19. Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
• 8.20. Engaging and Disengaging Mower
• 8.21. Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
• 8.22. Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
• 8.22.1. Checking For Plugging While Driving
• 8.22.2. Removing Debris From Inspection Points
• 8.23. Moving Machine by Hand
• 8.24. Transporting Machine on Trailer
• 8.25. Transporting Material Collection System (If Equipped)
• 8.26. Using Weights
• 8.27. Using Tire Chains
• 8.28. Using Accessories
• 8.28.1. Using the Power Port (If Equipped)
• 8.28.2. Using CargO Mount System
• 8.29. Choosing Mower Blades
• 8.30. Mowing Tips
• 8.31. 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. Yearly or Every 100 Hours (Whichever Comes First)
• 9.2.5. Every 200 Hours
• 10. Service Lubrication
• 10.1. Lubricating Front Axle
• 10.1.1. Wheel Spindles
• 10.1.2. Front Axle Pivot
• 10.2. Lubricating Pivot Points
• 10.2.1. Mower Deck
• 11. Service Engine
• 11.1. Emissions Service Information
• 11.1.1. Emission Control System Certification Label
• 11.1.2. Altitude Adjustment (Gasoline or Propane Converted Engines Only)
• 11.2. Avoid Fumes
• 11.3. 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. Cleaning Engine Shroud
• 11.8. Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
• 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 Mower Deck
• 13.2. Installing Mower Deck
• 13.3. Replacing Mower Drive Belt
• 13.4. Checking for Bent Mower Blades
• 13.5. Servicing Mower Blades
• 13.5.1. Removing Mower Blades
• 13.5.2. Installing Mower Blades
• 13.6. Sharpening Blades
• 13.7. Balancing Blades
• 14. Service Electrical
• 14.1. Electrical
• 14.2. Service the Battery Safely
• 14.3. Removing and Installing the Battery
• 14.3.1. Removing
• 14.3.2. Installing
• 14.4. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
• 14.5. Using Booster Battery
• 14.6. Replacing Headlight Bulb
• 14.7. 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. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
• 15.7. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
• 15.7.1. Cleaning
• 15.7.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
• 15.7.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing)
• 15.8. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
• 15.9. Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
• 15.9.1. Removing
• 15.9.2. Installing
• 15.10. Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
• 15.10.1. Removing
• 15.10.2. 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 S240
• 18.2. Electrical System
• 18.3. Fuel System
• 18.4. Capacities
• 18.5. Dimensions
• 18.6. Recommended Lubricants
• 18.7. Mower Deck
• 19. Warranty
• 19.1. Product Warranty
• 19.1.1. United States
• 19.2. California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (OffRoad Gas Engines)
• 19.2.1. Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
• 19.2.2. Manufacturers Warranty Coverage
• 19.2.3. Owners Warranty Responsibilities
• 19.2.4. General Emissions Warranty Coverage
• 19.2.5. Emissions Warranty Interpretation
• 19.2.6. Emission Warranty Parts List
• 19.2.7. Limited Liability
• 19.3. Tire Warranty
• 19.4. Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
• 19.4.1. FREE REPLACEMENT PERIOD
• 19.4.2. PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT (batteries with letter code identification only)
• 19.4.3. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
• 19.4.4. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASERS REMEDIES
• 19.4.5. NO DEALER WARRANTY
• 19.4.6. WARRANTY TERMS TABLE
• 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