John Deere TS Gator Utility Vehicle Operator Manual OMM173812

Description

• Model List:
  • TS Gator Utility Vehicle

• 1. Introduction
• 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
• 1.2. Professional Use Only
• 1.3. Using Your Operators Manual
• 1.4. Machine Use
• 1.5. Special Messages
• 2. Contents
• 3. Product Identification
• 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
• 4. Safety Labels
• 4.1. Safety Label Location
• 4.2. Pictorial Safety Signs
• 4.3. Help Prevent Injury When Dumping Loads
• 4.4. Avoid Injury From Explosion or Riders Falling Off
• 4.5. Prevent Equipment Fires
• 4.6. Young Drivers Increase Chance of Death
• 4.7. Rollover or Falling Off May Cause Death
• 4.8. Hot Surfaces
• 4.9. Drawbar Load
• 4.10. Operating Safely
• 4.11. Parking Safely
• 4.12. Protect Children/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
• 4.13. Avoid Excessive Speeds
• 4.14. Vibration
• 4.15. Avoid Tipping
• 4.16. Keep Riders Off Vehicle
• 4.17. Using Front Attachments
• 4.18. Transport Loads Safely
• 4.19. Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
• 4.20. Before Driving
• 4.21. Driving On Rough Terrain
• 4.22. Climbing or Descending a Hill or Slope
• 4.23. Driving Across Slopes
• 4.24. Riding Through Water
• 4.25. Checking Wheel Hardware
• 4.26. Wear Appropriate Clothing
• 4.27. Practice Safe Maintenance
• 4.28. Prevent Fires
• 4.29. Do Not Modify Machine
• 4.30. Tire Safety
• 4.31. Handling Fuel Safely
• 4.32. Handle Agricultural Chemical Safely
• 4.33. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
• 5. Assembly
• 5.1. Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
• 5.2. Reduce Tire Pressure
• 5.2.1. TS and TH
• 5.2.2. TX Turf
• 5.3. Checking Wheel Bolt Torque
• 5.4. Remove Protective Film
• 5.4.1. Remove Hood
• 5.4.2. Remove Protective Film
• 5.4.3. Install Hood
• 6. Machine Cleanout
• 6.1. Prevent Fires
• 7. Operating Controls
• 7.1. Operator Station Controls
• 8. Operating
• 8.1. Daily Operating Checklist
• 8.2. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
• 8.3. Using Hand Holds
• 8.4. Adjusting Standard Seat
• 8.5. Adjusting Driver Seat With Optional Lever System
• 8.6. Testing Safety Systems
• 8.7. Testing the Safety Start System
• 8.8. Using Park Brake
• 8.8.1. Locking the Park Brake
• 8.8.2. Unlocking the Park Brake
• 8.9. Using Key Switch
• 8.10. Using Headlights
• 8.11. Using Accessory Outlet
• 8.12. Using Optional Turn Signal Switch
• 8.13. Using Optional Hazard Lights
• 8.14. Starting the Engine
• 8.15. Stopping Engine
• 8.16. Emergency Stopping
• 8.17. Using Travel Controls
• 8.18. Using Traction Assist (Differential Lock)
• 8.18.1. Engaging the Traction Assist
• 8.18.2. Disengaging the Traction Assist
• 8.19. Using the Cargo Box
• 8.19.1. Raising and Lowering with Manual Lift
• 8.19.2. Raising and Lowering with Power Lift
• 8.19.3. Operating the Tailgate
• 8.19.4. Removing the Tailgate
• 8.19.5. Installing Tailgate Latch Rods
• 8.20. Loading the Cargo Box
• 8.21. Towing Loads
• 8.21.1. Capacity Label
• 8.22. Using Correct Tires and Inflation
• 8.22.1. Inflation
• 8.23. Using Tire Chains
• 8.24. Transporting Machine
• 8.24.1. Towing the Machine
• 8.24.2. Vehicle Tie Down Locations
• 8.24.3. Hauling the Vehicle
• 9. Replacement Parts
• 9.1. Service Literature
• 9.1.1. Order Service Parts Online
• 9.2. Part Numbers
• 10. Service Intervals
• 10.1. Servicing Your Machine
• 10.2. Break In
• 10.2.1. After First 8 Hours
• 10.3. Every 50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
• 10.4. Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
• 10.5. Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
• 10.6. Every 200 Hours
• 10.7. Every 800 Hours or 24 Months
• 11. Service Lubrication
• 11.1. Chain Lubricant
• 11.2. Lubricating Front Spindles
• 11.3. Lubricating Transaxle Couplers
• 12. Service Engine
• 12.1. Avoid Fumes
• 12.2. Engine Oil
• 12.3. Checking Engine Oil Level
• 12.4. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
• 12.5. Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
• 12.6. Servicing Air Cleaner Element
• 12.7. Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
• 12.8. Checking Spark Plug
• 12.9. Replacing Fuel Filter
• 12.10. Adjusting Carburetor
• 12.11. Cleaning Engine Compartment
• 12.12. Cleaning Frame Screen
• 12.13. Checking Spark Arrestor
• 13. Service Transmission
• 13.1. Transaxle Oil
• 13.2. Checking Transaxle Oil Level
• 13.3. Changing Transaxle Oil
• 13.4. Replacing Drive Belt
• 13.5. Checking Secondary Driven Clutch Buttons
• 14. Service Steering Brakes
• 14.1. Adjusting Park Brake
• 15. Service Electrical
• 15.1. Service the Battery Safely
• 15.2. Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
• 15.3. Removing and Installing Battery
• 15.3.1. Removing
• 15.3.2. Installing
• 15.4. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
• 15.5. Using Booster Battery
• 15.6. Replacing Headlight Bulb
• 15.7. Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
• 15.8. Checking and Replacing Fuses
• 15.9. High Capacity Alternator Recommendations
• 16. Service Miscellaneous
• 16.1. Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
• 16.2. Filling Fuel Tank
• 16.3. Lifting Machine
• 16.3.1. Lifting Rear
• 16.3.2. Lifting Front
• 16.4. Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
• 16.4.1. Removing
• 16.4.2. Installing
• 16.5. Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
• 16.5.1. Removing
• 16.5.2. Installing
• 16.6. Removing and Installing Hood
• 16.6.1. Removing Hood
• 16.6.2. Installing Hood
• 16.7. Opening and Closing Service Access Panel
• 16.8. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
• 16.9. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
• 16.9.1. Cleaning
• 16.9.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
• 16.9.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing)
• 17. Troubleshooting
• 17.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
• 17.2. Electrical
• 18. Storage
• 18.1. Storing Safety
• 18.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
• 18.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
• 18.3.1. Engine
• 18.4. Removing Machine From Storage
• 19. Specifications
• 19.1. Engine Specifications
• 19.2. Drive Train
• 19.3. Electrical System
• 19.4. Fuel System
• 19.5. Fluid Capacities
• 19.6. Steering and Brakes
• 19.7. Dimensions
• 19.8. Weights and Capacities
• 19.9. Recommended Lubricants
• 19.10. Fast Idle Engine Speed
• 19.11. Sound Measurements
• 19.12. Vibration Measurements
• 20. Declaration of Conformity
• 20.1. EC Declaration of Conformity
• 21. Service Statement
• 21.1. John Deere Parts
• 21.2. The Right Tools
• 21.3. Well Trained Technicians
• 21.4. Prompt Service
• 22. Service Record
• 22.1. Record Service Dates