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Model List:
- LX280 Lawn Tractor
- LX280AWS Lawn Tractor
- LX289 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. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- 4.3. DANGER ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- 4.4. WARNING AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, LOADED SPRING
- 4.5. DANGER CAUTIONPOISON
- 4.6. DANGER ROTATING BLADETHROWN OBJECTS
- 4.7. DANGER ROTATING BLADE
- 4.8. CAUTION
- 4.9. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 4.10. Emission Compliance Period
- 4.11. Certification
- 4.12. Operating Safely
- 4.13. Using a Spark Arrestor
- 4.14. Checking Mowing Area
- 4.15. Parking Safely
- 4.16. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- 4.17. Protect Children
- 4.18. Avoid Tipping
- 4.19. Keep Riders Off
- 4.20. Towing Loads Safely
- 4.21. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 4.22. Driving Safely on Public Roads
- 4.23. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 4.24. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- 4.25. Prevent Fires
- 4.26. Handling Fuel Safely
- 4.27. Tire Safety
- 4.28. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 4.29. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5. Operating
- 5.1. Engine BreakIn
- 5.2. Daily Operating Checklist
- 5.3. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 5.4. Operator Station Controls
- 5.5. Miscellaneous Controls
- 5.6. Adjusting Seat
- 5.7. Adjusting Cutting Height
- 5.8. Adjusting Mower Wheels
- 5.9. Adjusting Mower Level (SidetoSide)
- 5.10. Adjusting Mower Level (FronttoRear)
- 5.11. Testing Safety Systems
- 5.12. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 5.13. Testing Park Brake
- 5.14. Testing PTO Switch
- 5.15. Testing Seat Switch
- 5.16. Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 5.17. Using Park Brake
- 5.18. Using Headlights
- 5.19. Using Indicator Lights and Hour Meter
- 5.20. Checking Fuel Level
- 5.21. Starting the Engine
- 5.22. Stopping the Engine
- 5.23. Using Travel Controls
- 5.24. Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 5.25. Using Mower Attachment/ Mower Lift Pedal
- 5.26. Using Cruise Control
- 5.27. Using Mower (PTO)
- 5.28. Pushing Machine (Using FreeWheeling Lever)
- 5.29. Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
- 5.30. Transporting Machine on Trailer
- 5.31. Using Weights
- 5.32. Using Tire Chains
- 5.33. Mowing Tips
- 6. Replacement Parts
- 6.1. Service Literature
- 6.2. Machine
- 6.3. Mower Deck
- 7. Service Intervals
- 7.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 7.2. Initial BreakIn
- 7.3. Every 25 Hours
- 7.4. Every 50 Hours
- 7.5. Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
- 7.6. Every 200 Hours or Two Years (whichever comes first)
- 7.7. Every 500 Hours or Two Years (whichever comes first)
- 7.8. Every 500 Hours
- 8. Service Lubrication
- 8.1. Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
- 8.2. Lubricating Front Axle and Rear Steering Pivots (LX280AWS Only)
- 8.3. Lubricating Blade Spindles
- 8.4. Lubricating Mower Wheels (48 Inch and 54 Inch Mowers Only)
- 9. Service Engine
- 9.1. Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- 9.2. Avoid Fumes
- 9.3. Engine Oil
- 9.4. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 9.5. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 9.6. Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- 9.7. Servicing Air Cleaner (LX280 and LX280AWS)
- 9.8. Servicing Air Cleaner (LX289)
- 9.9. Checking Spark Plugs
- 9.10. Adjusting Carburetor
- 9.11. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 9.12. Recommended Engine Coolant
- 9.13. Checking Coolant Level
- 9.14. Servicing Cooling System
- 10. Service Transmission
- 10.1. Transmission Oil
- 10.2. Checking Transmission Oil Level
- 10.3. Adjusting Cruise Control Lever
- 11. Service Mower 42 Inch Mulching Mower
- 11.1. Removing Mower
- 11.2. Installing Mower
- 11.3. Adjusting Lift Assist Spring
- 11.4. Checking Mower Blade Timing
- 11.5. Adjusting Mower Timing Belt
- 11.6. Replacing Mower Timing Belt
- 11.7. Replacing Mower Drive (Primary)
- 11.8. Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- 11.9. Servicing Mower Blades
- 11.10. Sharpening Blades
- 11.11. Balancing Blades
- 12. Service Mower 42, 48, 54 Inch Mowers
- 12.1. Removing Mower
- 12.2. Installing Mower
- 12.3. Adjusting Lift Assist Spring
- 12.4. Replacing Mower Drive (Primary) Belt
- 12.5. Replacing Mower Deck (Secondary) Belt
- 12.6. Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- 12.7. Servicing Mower Blades
- 12.8. Sharpening Blades
- 12.9. Balancing Blades
- 13. Service Electrical
- 13.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 13.2. Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
- 13.3. Removing and Installing the Battery
- 13.4. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 13.5. Using Booster Battery
- 13.6. Replacing Fuses
- 13.7. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 13.8. Replacing Indicator Light Bulb
- 14. Service Miscellaneous
- 14.1. Using Proper Fuel
- 14.2. Filling Fuel Tank
- 14.3. Checking Tire Pressure
- 14.4. Checking Wheel Bolt Torque (LX280AWS)
- 14.5. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 14.6. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 14.7. Removing and Installing Hood
- 14.8. Adjusting Hood Latches
- 14.9. Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
- 14.10. Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
- 15. Troubleshooting
- 15.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 15.2. Machine
- 15.3. Electrical
- 16. Storage
- 16.1. Storing Safety
- 16.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 16.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- 16.4. Removing Machine From Storage
- 17. Specifications
- 17.1. Drivetrain
- 17.2. Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
- 17.3. Battery
- 17.4. Steering and Brakes
- 17.5. Capacities
- 17.6. Dimensions
- 17.7. Inch Mulching Mower
- 17.8. Inch Mower
- 17.9. Inch Mower
- 17.10. Inch Mower
- 17.11. Recommended Lubricants
- 18. Warranty
- 18.1. Product Warranty
- 18.2. John Deere, Federal and California Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small OffRoad Ga…
- 18.3. Tire Warranty
- 18.4. Limited Battery Warranty
- 19. John Deere Quality Statement
- 19.1. John Deere Quality
- 20. Service Record
- 20.1. Record Service Dates






