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Model List:
- TS Gator Utility Vehicle
- 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
- 1.5. Service Literature
- 1.5.1. Order Service Parts Online
- 2. Contents
- 3. Product Identification
- 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 4. Safety Labels with 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
- 4.4. WARNING
- 4.5. WARNING
- 4.6. CAUTION
- 4.7. WARNING
- 4.7.1. Avoid injury or death from rollover or falling off
- 4.7.2. Important
- 4.8. CAUTION
- 4.8.1. Before leaving vehicle
- 4.9. WARNING
- 4.9.1. Avoid injury or death from rollover or falling off
- 4.10. CAUTION
- 4.10.1. Help prevent injury when dumping loads
- 5. Safety Labels without Text
- 5.1. Safety Label Location
- 5.2. Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
- 5.3. Help Prevent Injury When Dumping Loads
- 5.4. Avoid Injury From Fire
- 5.5. Avoid Injury Or Death From Falling Off
- 5.6. Improper Loading Can Cause Rollover
- 5.7. Prevent Equipment Fires
- 5.8. Avoid Injury Or Death From Rollover Or Falling Off
- 5.9. Before Leaving Vehicle
- 5.10. Avoid Injury Or Death From Rollover Or Falling Off
- 5.11. Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
- 5.12. Operator Training Required
- 5.13. Operating Safely
- 5.14. Using a Spark Arrestor
- 5.15. Parking Safely
- 5.16. Protect Children/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
- 5.17. Avoid Excessive Speeds
- 5.18. Avoid Tipping
- 5.19. Keep Riders Off Vehicle
- 5.20. Using Front Attachments
- 5.21. Transport Loads Safely
- 5.22. Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
- 5.23. Operator Ability
- 5.24. Before Driving
- 5.25. Driving On Rough Terrain
- 5.26. Climbing Or Descending A Hill
- 5.27. Driving Across Slopes
- 5.28. Riding Through Water
- 5.29. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 5.30. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 5.31. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 5.32. Prevent Fires
- 5.33. Do Not Modify Machine
- 5.34. Tire Safety
- 5.35. Handling Fuel Safely
- 5.36. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5.37. Use Electronic Display Properly
- 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. 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 Instrument Panel
- 8.12. Using Accessory Outlet
- 8.13. Using Optional Turn Signal Switch
- 8.14. Using Optional Hazard Lights
- 8.15. Starting the Engine
- 8.16. Stopping Engine
- 8.17. Emergency Stopping
- 8.18. Using Travel Controls
- 8.19. Using Traction Assist (Differential Lock)
- 8.19.1. Engaging the Traction Assist
- 8.19.2. Disengaging the Traction Assist
- 8.20. Using the Cargo Box
- 8.20.1. Raising and Lowering with Manual Lift
- 8.20.2. Raising and Lowering with Power Lift
- 8.20.3. Operating the Tailgate
- 8.20.4. Removing the Tailgate
- 8.20.5. Installing Tailgate Latch Rods
- 8.21. Loading the Cargo Box
- 8.22. Emptying Cargo Box
- 8.23. Towing Loads
- 8.23.1. Capacity Label
- 8.24. Using Correct Tires and Inflation
- 8.24.1. Inflation
- 8.25. Using Tire Chains
- 8.26. Transporting Machine
- 8.26.1. Towing the Machine
- 8.26.2. Machine TieDown Locations
- 8.26.3. Hauling the Machine
- 9. Optional Attachments Kits
- 9.1. Cab Classification According to EN156951 (for Application of Crop Protection Chemicals and Liquid Fertilizer)
- 9.2. Using a Trailer
- 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. Emissions Service Information
- 12.1.1. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 12.1.2. Altitude Adjustment (Gasoline or Propane Converted Engines Only)
- 12.2. Avoid Fumes
- 12.3. Gasoline Engine Oil
- 12.3.1. John Deere TurfGardTurfGard is a trademark of Deere Company is preferred.
- 12.4. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 12.5. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 12.6. Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
- 12.7. Servicing Air Cleaner Element
- 12.8. Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
- 12.9. Checking Spark Plug
- 12.10. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 12.11. Adjusting Carburetor
- 12.12. Cleaning Engine Compartment
- 12.13. Cleaning Frame Screen
- 12.14. 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. Electrical
- 15.2. Service the Battery Safely
- 15.3. Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
- 15.4. Removing and Installing Battery
- 15.4.1. Removing
- 15.4.2. Installing
- 15.5. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 15.6. Using Booster Battery
- 15.7. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 15.8. Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
- 15.9. Checking and Replacing Fuses
- 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 Vehicle Surfaces
- 16.9. Cleaning Plastic Hood and Body Panel Surfaces
- 16.10. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 16.10.1. Cleaning
- 16.10.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
- 16.10.3. 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. Drivetrain and Travel Speeds
- 19.2. Electrical System
- 19.3. Fuel System
- 19.4. Steering and Brakes
- 19.5. Fluid Capacities
- 19.6. Dimensions
- 19.7. Weights and Capacities
- 19.8. Recommended Lubricants
- 19.9. Sound Measurements
- 20. Warranty
- 20.1. Product Warranty
- 20.1.1. United States
- 20.2. California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (OffRoad Gas Engines)
- 20.2.1. Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
- 20.2.2. Manufacturers Warranty Coverage
- 20.2.3. Owners Warranty Responsibilities
- 20.2.4. General Emissions Warranty Coverage
- 20.2.5. Emissions Warranty Interpretation
- 20.2.6. Emission Warranty Parts List
- 20.2.7. Limited Liability
- 20.3. Tire Warranty
- 20.4. Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
- 20.4.1. FREE REPLACEMENT PERIOD
- 20.4.2. PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT (batteries with letter code identification only)
- 20.4.3. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
- 20.4.4. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASERS REMEDIES
- 20.4.5. NO DEALER WARRANTY
- 20.4.6. WARRANTY TERMS TABLE
- 21. John Deere Quality Statement
- 21.1. John Deere Quality
- 22. Service Record
- 22.1. Record Service Dates






