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Model List:
- X300R Select Series 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
- 2.1.1. John Deere Select Series
- 3. Table of Contents
- 4. Safety Labels
- 4.1. Safety Label Location
- 4.2. Pictorial Safety Label Location
- 4.3. Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- 4.3.1. ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- 4.4. DANGER M128699
- 4.5. WARNING
- 4.5.1. AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- 4.6. WARNING
- 4.7. WARNING
- 4.7.1. AVOID INJURY FROM HAND ENTANGLEMENT IN ROTATING PARTS
- 4.8. WARNING
- 4.9. Prevent Equipment Fires
- 4.9.1. Inspect and clean the entire machine and pay special attention to these locations
- 4.10. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades M118041
- 4.11. Avoid Injury From Loaded Spring
- 4.12. WARNING M133159
- 4.12.1. Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acids
- 4.13. M168553 Warning
- 4.14. M168553 Warning
- 4.15. M168553 Warning
- 4.15.1. AVOID INJURY FROM TIPPING
- 4.16. WARNING
- 4.16.1. AVOID INJURY FROM HAND ENTANGLEMENT IN ROTATING PARTS
- 4.17. Prevent Equipment Fires
- 4.18. Emission Control System Certification Label
- 4.19. Emission Compliance Period
- 4.20. Certification
- 4.21. Operating Safely
- 4.22. Using a Spark Arrestor
- 4.23. Checking Mowing Area
- 4.24. Parking Safely
- 4.25. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- 4.25.1. HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS
- 4.26. Protect Children
- 4.27. Operating on Slopes
- 4.27.1. Identify Slopes for Safe Operation
- 4.27.2. Measuring Slopes
- 4.27.3. Operate Safely on Slopes
- 4.27.4. Operating Near Hazards
- 4.28. Keep Riders Off
- 4.29. Towing Loads Safely
- 4.30. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 4.31. Driving Safely on Public Roads
- 4.32. Practice Safe Maintenance
- 4.33. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- 4.34. Prevent Fires
- 4.35. Handling Fuel Safely
- 4.35.1. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely…
- 4.36. Tire Safety
- 4.37. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 4.38. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5. Machine Cleanout
- 5.1. Prevent Fires
- 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. Adjusting Seat
- 7.3.1. Adjusting Seat Position
- 7.3.2. Adjusting Ride Comfort
- 7.4. Adjusting Cutting Height
- 7.5. Checking and Adjusting Mower Level
- 7.5.1. Method One
- 7.5.2. Method Two
- 7.6. Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels
- 7.7. Testing Safety Systems
- 7.8. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 7.9. Testing Park Brake
- 7.10. Testing Mower Engagement (PTO) Switch
- 7.11. Testing Seat Switch
- 7.12. Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 7.13. Using Park Brake
- 7.13.1. Locking Park Brake
- 7.13.2. Unlocking Park Brake
- 7.14. Using Key Switch and Headlights
- 7.14.1. Engine Off
- 7.14.2. Engine On
- 7.15. Using Hour Meter
- 7.16. Checking Fuel Level
- 7.17. Starting the Engine
- 7.18. Stopping the Engine
- 7.19. Using Travel Controls
- 7.19.1. Forward Travel
- 7.19.2. Reverse Travel
- 7.19.3. Stopping
- 7.20. Using Cruise Control
- 7.20.1. Engaging Cruise Control
- 7.20.2. Disengaging Cruise Control
- 7.21. Using the Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 7.22. Using Mower Attachment/ Mower Lift Pedal
- 7.22.1. Mowing Position
- 7.22.2. Transport Position
- 7.23. Using Mower Engagement Lever
- 7.24. Using Grass Collector
- 7.25. Adjusting Grass Collector Latch
- 7.26. Moving Machine by Hand
- 7.27. Checking for Plugging
- 7.27.1. Checking For Plugging While Driving
- 7.28. Transporting Machine on Trailer
- 7.29. Using Weights
- 7.30. Using Tire Chains
- 7.31. Mowing Tips
- 7.32. Bagging Tips
- 7.33. D Blade Choices
- 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. Service Intervals
- 9.2.1. After Each Use
- 9.2.2. BreakIn after 8 Hours
- 9.2.3. Every 50 Hours or Annually
- 9.2.4. Every 100 Hours or Annually
- 9.2.5. Every 200 Hours
- 10. Service Lubrication
- 10.0.1. The following greases are preferred
- 10.1. Lubricating Pivot Points
- 10.2. Lubricating Front Axle
- 10.3. Lubricating Lift Pedal Assembly
- 11. Service Engine
- 11.1. Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- 11.2. Avoid Fumes
- 11.3. Engine Oil
- 11.3.1. The following John Deere oils are preferred
- 11.3.2. Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi…
- 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. Adjusting Carburetor
- 11.11. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 12. Service Transmission
- 12.1. Checking Transmission
- 13. Service Mower
- 13.1. Removing Mower
- 13.2. Installing Mower
- 13.3. Replacing Mower Drive Belts
- 13.3.1. Replacing Primary Mower Drive Belt
- 13.3.2. Replacing Secondary 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
- 13.8. Removing Grass Collector
- 13.9. Installing Grass Collector
- 13.10. Cleaning Pressure Sensor
- 13.11. Using Wash Ports to Clean Mower Deck
- 14. Service Electrical
- 14.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 14.2. Removing and Installing the Battery
- 14.2.1. Removing
- 14.2.2. Installing
- 14.3. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 14.4. Using Booster Battery
- 14.5. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 14.6. Replacing Fuse
- 15. Service Miscellaneous
- 15.1. Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
- 15.2. Filling Fuel Tank
- 15.3. Lifting Machine
- 15.4. Removing and Installing Hood
- 15.4.1. Removing
- 15.4.2. Installing
- 15.5. Checking Tire Pressure
- 15.6. Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with EClip)
- 15.6.1. Removing
- 15.6.2. Installing
- 15.7. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 15.8. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 15.8.1. Cleaning
- 15.8.2. Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch)
- 15.8.3. Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing)
- 16. Troubleshooting
- 16.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 16.2. Electrical
- 16.3. Machine
- 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. Assembly
- 18.1. Charge and Connect Battery
- 18.2. Install Steering Wheel
- 18.3. Install Seat Springs
- 18.4. Install AntiScalp Wheels
- 18.5. Install Grass Collector
- 18.5.1. Hopper Parts
- 18.5.2. Assemble Hopper
- 18.5.3. Install Hopper
- 18.6. Check Engine Oil Level
- 18.7. Check Tire Pressure
- 18.8. Check Machine Safety System
- 19. Specifications
- 19.1. Drivetrain
- 19.2. Fuel System
- 19.2.1. Fuel Types (Recommended)
- 19.3. Electrical System
- 19.4. Capacities
- 19.5. Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
- 19.6. Dimensions
- 19.7. Rear Discharge Mower
- 19.8. Recommended Lubricants
- 19.8.1. Grease
- 20. Warranty
- 20.1. Product Warranty
- 20.2. California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (OffRoad Gas Engines)
- 20.3. Tire Warranty
- 20.4. Limited Battery Warranty
- 20.4.1. TO SECURE WARRANTY SERVICE
- 20.4.2. FREE REPLACEMENT
- 20.4.3. PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT
- 20.4.4. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
- 20.4.5. LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASERS REMEDIES
- 20.4.6. NO DEALER WARRANTY
- 20.4.7. PRO RATA MONTHS OF ADJUSTMENT
- 21. John Deere Quality Statement
- 21.1. John Deere Quality
- 22. Service Record
- 22.1. Record Service Dates






