John Deere TE Gator Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM178648

Description

• Model List:
  • TE Gator Utility Vehicles

• 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. Contents
• 3. Product Identification
• 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
• 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. Caution
• 4.3.1. HELP PREVENT INJURY WHEN DUMPING LOADS
• 4.4. Warning
• 4.4.1. WARNING YOUNG DRIVERS INCREASE CHANCE OF DEATH
• 4.4.2. CAUTION BEFORE LEAVING VEHICLE
• 4.5. Warning
• 4.5.1. ROLLOVER OR FALLING OFF MAY CAUSE DEATH
• 4.6. Danger/Caution
• 4.6.1. CAUTION
• 4.7. Warning
• 4.7.1. AVOID INJURY FROM EXPLOSION
• 4.7.2. RIDERS CAN FALL OFF AND BE KILLED
• 4.8. SAE J2258 and ASME B56.8 Compliance
• 5. Safety Labels NoText
• 5.1. Safety Label Location
• 5.2. Understanding The NoText Machine Safety Labels
• 5.3. Avoid Injury From Explosive Gases and Severe Burns
• 5.4. Avoid Injury From Batteries and Motor Exploding
• 5.5. Young Drivers Increase Chance of Death
• 5.6. Read Operators Manual (Charger PlugIn)
• 5.7. Rollover or Falling Off May Cause Death
• 5.8. Avoid Injury From Electrical Burns or Battery Explosion
• 5.9. Drawbar
• 5.10. Operating Safely
• 5.11. Parking Safely
• 5.12. Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
• 5.13. Avoid Excessive Speeds
• 5.14. Avoid Tipping
• 5.15. Keep Riders Off Vehicle
• 5.16. Transport Loads Safely
• 5.17. Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
• 5.18. Before Driving
• 5.19. Driving On Rough Terrain
• 5.20. Climbing Or Descending A Hill
• 5.21. Driving Across Slopes
• 5.22. Riding Through Water
• 5.23. Checking Wheel Hardware
• 5.24. Wear Appropriate Clothing
• 5.25. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 5.26. Prevent Fires
• 5.27. Do Not Modify Machine
• 5.28. Tire Safety
• 5.29. Handling Fuel Safely
• 5.30. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
• 6. Operating Controls
• 6.1. Operator Station Controls
• 7. Operating
• 7.1. Daily Operating Checklist
• 7.2. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
• 7.3. Using Hand Holds
• 7.4. Adjusting Standard Seat
• 7.5. Adjusting Driver Seat With Optional Lever System
• 7.6. Testing Safety Systems
• 7.6.1. Test 1 (REVERSE WARNING ALARM)
• 7.6.2. Test 2 (ROLLAWAY ALARM)
• 7.6.3. Test 3 (OPERATOR PRESENCE)
• 7.6.4. Test 4 (CHARGER INTERLOCK)
• 7.7. Using the Directional Control Switch
• 7.8. Using the LCD Charge Meter and the Hour Meter
• 7.8.1. Charge Meter
• 7.8.2. Hour Meter
• 7.9. Using the Service and Drive Switch
• 7.9.1. Service Position
• 7.9.2. Drive Position
• 7.10. Using Park Brake
• 7.10.1. Locking the Park Brake
• 7.10.2. Unlocking the Park Brake
• 7.11. Starting and Stopping the Vehicle
• 7.11.1. Starting Vehicle
• 7.11.2. Stopping Vehicle
• 7.12. Using the Cargo Box
• 7.12.1. Raising and Lowering with Manual Lift
• 7.12.2. Raising and Lowering with Power Lift
• 7.12.3. Locking Box in Raised Position
• 7.12.4. Operating the Tailgate
• 7.12.5. Using Cargo Box Tie Downs
• 7.12.6. Removing the Tailgate
• 7.12.7. Operating in Flat Bed Mode
• 7.13. Loading the Cargo Box
• 7.13.1. Box Volume Capacity
• 7.14. Emptying Cargo Box
• 7.15. Towing Loads
• 7.15.1. Capacity Label
• 7.16. Using Correct Tires and Inflation
• 7.16.1. Inflation
• 7.17. Towing the Utility Vehicle
• 7.18. Transporting the Utility Vehicle
• 7.19. Use Care In Handling and Servicing Batteries
• 7.19.1. Prevent Battery Explosions
• 7.19.2. Charging Safety
• 7.20. Charging the Batteries
• 7.21. Using the Battery Charger
• 7.21.1. Diagnostics Using the Battery Charger 10LED Indicator Display
• 7.21.2. Fault Indications on Charge Plate Gauge or Battery Charger Gauge
• 7.21.3. Other Indications
• 8. Replacement Parts
• 8.1. Service Literature
• 8.1.1. Order Service Parts Online
• 8.2. Part Numbers
• 9. Service Intervals
• 9.1. Servicing Your Machine
• 9.2. Break In
• 9.2.1. After First 5 Hours
• 9.2.2. After First 10 Hours
• 9.3. Every 25 Hours
• 9.4. Every 50 Hours
• 9.5. Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
• 9.6. As Needed
• 10. Service Battery
• 10.1. Battery Safety
• 10.2. Using Deep Cycle Batteries
• 10.2.1. Electrolyte and Specific Gravity
• 10.3. Battery Position and Connection Diagram
• 10.4. Checking Batteries
• 10.5. Tighten Battery Terminal Connections
• 10.6. Tighten Battery Hold Downs
• 10.7. Cleaning or Replacing Batteries
• 10.7.1. Cleaning Batteries
• 10.7.2. Replace Batteries
• 10.8. Checking Battery Electrolyte Levels
• 10.9. Battery Electrolyte Guidelines
• 10.9.1. Automatic Watering Devices
• 10.9.2. Checking Electrolyte LevelBefore Charging
• 10.9.3. Check Electrolyte LevelAfter Charging
• 10.10. Checking Battery Condition
• 10.10.1. Hydrometer
• 10.11. Using a Hydrometer
• 10.12. Battery Test Log
• 11. Service Electrical
• 11.1. Service Electrical
• 11.2. Replacing Headlight Bulb and Housing
• 11.2.1. Replace 48 Volt Headlight Bulb
• 11.2.2. Replace 12 Volt Headlight Bulb
• 11.2.3. Replace Headlight Housing
• 11.3. Checking and Replacing Fuses
• 12. Service Miscellaneous
• 12.1. Lifting Machine
• 12.1.1. Lifting Rear
• 12.1.2. Lifting Front
• 12.2. Tightening Wheel Hardware
• 12.2.1. Front Wheel Bolts
• 12.2.2. Rear wheel Nuts
• 12.3. Lubricating Front King Pins
• 12.4. Removing and Installing Hood
• 12.4.1. Removing Hood
• 12.4.2. Installing Hood
• 12.5. Replacing Cargo Box Tailgate Bushings
• 12.6. Cleaning and Repairing Cargo Box
• 12.6.1. Repairing Accessory Tubes
• 12.6.2. Cargo Box Floor
• 12.7. Cleaning Plastic Hood and Body Panel Surfaces
• 12.8. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
• 12.8.1. Cleaning
• 12.8.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
• 12.8.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing)
• 13. Troubleshooting
• 13.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
• 13.2. Batteries
• 13.3. Battery Charger
• 13.4. Cargo Box
• 14. Storage
• 14.1. Storing Safety
• 14.2. Battery Storage
• 14.3. Preparing Batteries for Storage
• 14.4. Storing the Vehicle
• 14.5. Removing Vehicle from Storage
• 15. Specifications
• 15.1. Batteries
• 15.2. Torque Specifications
• 15.3. Contoller
• 15.4. Electrical
• 15.5. Travel Speeds
• 15.6. Steering and Brakes
• 15.7. Vehicle Dimensions
• 15.8. Ground Clearance
• 15.9. Weights and Capacities
• 15.10. Charger
• 15.11. Recommended Lubricants
• 16. Warranty
• 16.1. Product Warranty
• 16.1.1. United States
• 16.2. Tire Warranty
• 16.3. Battery Warranty
• 17. John Deere Quality Statement
• 17.1. John Deere Quality
• 18. Service Record
• 18.1. Record Service Dates