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Model List:
- X940 Lawn and Garden Tractor
- X948 Lawn and Garden Tractor
- X949 Lawn and Garden Tractor
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- 1.2. Emissions Performance and Tampering
- 1.3. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.4. Machine Use
- 1.5. Special Messages
- 1.6. Service Literature
- 2. Contents
- 3. Product Identification
- 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 3.2. Register Your Product and Warranty Online
- 4. Safety Labels without Text
- 4.1. Safety Label Location
- 4.2. Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
- 4.3. Avoid Crushing
- 4.4. RollOver Protective Structure
- 4.5. Avoid Injury from Equipment Fires
- 4.6. Hot Surface
- 4.7. Avoid Serious Injury or Death from Tipping
- 4.8. Keep Children Away from Mower
- 4.9. Read Operators Manual
- 4.10. Drawbar Load
- 4.11. Rotating Shaft (Only When Equipped with PTO)
- 4.12. Use Your Mower Safely
- 4.13. Preventing Injuries
- 4.14. Operating on Slopes and Near Terrain Hazards
- 4.15. Use Seat Belt Properly
- 4.16. Use Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Properly
- 4.17. Prevent Fires
- 4.18. Parking Safely
- 4.19. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- 4.20. Additional Safety Information
- 5. Machine Cleanout
- 5.1. General Cleaning Guidelines
- 5.2. Cleanout Areas
- 6. Operating Controls
- 6.1. Operator Station Controls
- 6.2. Instrument Cluster
- 7. Operating
- 7.1. Daily Operating Checklist
- 7.2. Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel
- 7.3. Adjusting Seat (Deluxe)
- 7.4. Using Seat Belt
- 7.5. Lowering ROPS
- 7.6. Raising ROPS
- 7.7. Using Mower Height Control Knob
- 7.8. Adjust Mower Level Using Deck Leveling Gauge Method 1
- 7.9. Adjust Mower Level Using Deck Leveling Method 2
- 7.10. Starting the Engine
- 7.11. Testing Safety Systems
- 7.12. Testing PTO, RIO Switch
- 7.13. Testing Seat Switch
- 7.14. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 7.15. Testing Reverse Implement Option
- 7.16. Using Fuel ShutOff Valve
- 7.17. Using Park Brake
- 7.18. Using Key Switch
- 7.19. Using Light Switch
- 7.20. Idling the Engine
- 7.21. Stopping the Engine
- 7.22. Emergency Stopping
- 7.23. Using Travel Pedals
- 7.24. Using Cruise Control
- 7.25. Using the PowerTakeOff (PTO) Safely
- 7.26. Using the PTO (PowerTakeOff)
- 7.27. Using Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- 7.28. Using Traction Assist
- 7.29. Using FullTime Fourwheel Drive (HFWD)
- 7.30. Using 12 Volt Outlet
- 7.31. Installing Attachments
- 7.32. Connecting Attachment Hydraulic Hoses
- 7.33. Using Hydraulic Control Levers
- 7.34. Moving Machine by Hand
- 7.35. Unplugging Mower, Bagger, or Material Collection System
- 7.36. Transporting Machine on Trailer
- 7.37. Transporting Material Collection System (If Equipped)
- 7.38. Ballasting Machine Safely
- 7.39. Ballasting Machine
- 7.40. Using Weights
- 7.41. Installing Rear Wheel Weights
- 7.42. Using Tire Chains
- 7.43. Towing Loads
- 7.44. Blade Choices
- 7.45. Operating with Road Homologation Kit (If Equipped)
- 7.46. Using SCV Lockout (If Equipped)
- 8. Optional Kits Attachments
- 8.1. Adjusting Air Ride Seat (Optional)
- 8.2. Testing Front PTO Operation (Optional)
- 8.3. Testing Rear PTO Operation (Optional)
- 8.4. Using Front PTO (Optional)
- 8.5. Using Rear PTO (Optional)
- 9. Fuel, Lubricants, and Coolant
- 9.1. Diesel Fuel
- 9.2. Biodiesel Fuel
- 9.3. Diesel Engine Oil
- 10. Service Intervals
- 10.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 10.2. After First 50 Hours
- 10.3. Every 100 hours or 12 Months (Whichever Comes First)
- 10.4. Every 200 hours or 12 Months (Whichever Comes First)
- 10.5. Every 200 Hours
- 10.6. Every 1000 Hours or Every 2 Years (Whichever Comes First)
- 11. Service Lubrication
- 11.1. Lubricating Rear Steering Pivot Optional (4WS Models)
- 11.2. Lubricating Front Axle (2WD Models)
- 11.3. Lubricate Drive Shaft (2WD Models)
- 11.4. Lubricating Machine Grease Fittings (If Equipped) (4WD Models)
- 11.5. Lubricating Seat Suspension
- 12. Service Engine
- 12.1. Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO)
- 12.2. Avoid Fumes
- 12.3. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 12.4. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 12.5. Cleaning Air Intake Screens
- 12.6. Checking Air Restriction Indicator
- 12.7. Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
- 12.8. Servicing Air Cleaner Elements
- 12.9. Checking Air Cleaner Intake Hoses and Clamps
- 12.10. Diesel Engine Coolant
- 12.11. Service Cooling System Safely
- 12.12. Servicing Cooling System
- 12.13. Cleaning Radiator Screen and Fins
- 12.14. Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
- 12.15. Servicing Alternator Belt
- 12.16. Checking Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl
- 12.17. Cleaning Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl and Replacing Filter
- 12.18. Adjusting Fuel Injection Pump
- 12.19. Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
- 12.20. Cleaning Spark Arrestor
- 13. Service Transmission
- 13.1. Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
- 13.2. Checking Transaxle Oil Level (All Models)
- 13.3. Changing Transaxle Oil and Filter (Except FullTime FourWheel Drive (HFWD) System)
- 13.4. Changing HFWD System Hydraulic Oil and Filter (Transaxle and HFWD Front Axle)
- 14. Service Electrical
- 14.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 14.2. Removing and Installing the Battery
- 14.3. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 14.4. Using Booster Battery
- 14.5. Replacing Headlight Bulb
- 14.6. Adjusting Headlights (Road Homologation)
- 14.7. Replacing Taillight Bulb
- 14.8. Replacing Fuses and Relays
- 15. Service Miscellaneous
- 15.1. Filling Fuel Tank
- 15.2. Lifting Machine
- 15.3. Checking Tire Pressure
- 15.4. Checking Wheel Bolt Tightness
- 15.5. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 15.6. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 15.7. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 15.8. Raising and Lowering Hood
- 15.9. Removing and Installing Hood
- 15.10. Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly (Models with Wheel Bolt)
- 15.11. Checking and Tightening ROPS Hardware
- 16. Troubleshooting
- 16.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 16.2. Electrical
- 16.3. Machine
- 16.4. PTO/Mower
- 16.5. Steering
- 17. Storage
- 17.1. Storing Safety
- 17.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 17.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine for Storage
- 17.4. Removing Machine From Storage
- 18. Specifications
- 18.1. Drivetrain
- 18.2. Travel Speeds
- 18.3. Electrical System
- 18.4. Fuel System (Diesel Models)
- 18.5. Steering and Brakes
- 18.6. Tire Pressures
- 18.7. Capacities
- 18.8. Dimensions (X940)
- 18.9. Dimensions (X948)
- 18.10. Dimensions (X949)
- 18.11. Recommended Lubricants
- 18.12. Sound Measurements
- 18.13. Vibration Measurements
- 18.14. Fast Idle Engine Speed
- 18.15. Speed of Rotation of Cutting Device
- 18.16. Statutory Plate
- 19. Declaration of Conformity
- 19.1. EC Declaration of Conformity
- 19.2. UK Declaration of Conformity
- 20. John Deere Quality Statement
- 20.1. John Deere Quality
- 21. Service Record
- 21.1. Record Service Dates
- 22. Slope Gauge
- 22.1. Slope Gauge Template






