Owner's manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Product Identification
- Safety Labels
- Safety
- Operating Safely
- Using a Spark Arrestor
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- Protect Children
- Avoid Tipping
- Keep Riders Off
- Towing Loads Safely
- Wear Appropriate Clothing
- Driving Safely on Public Roads
- Practice Safe Maintenance
- Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- Prevent Fires
- Handling Fuel Safely
- Tire Safety
- Checking Wheel Hardware
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- Assembly
- Operating Controls
- Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Adjusting Seat
- Adjusting Cutting Height
- Checking Mower Deck Level
- Adjusting Mower Deck Level
- Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
- Testing Safety Systems
- Testing Park Brake Switch
- Testing Park Brake
- Testing Attachment Engagement Switch or Lever
- Testing Seat Switch
- Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using the Park Brake
- Using the Hour Meter and Service Reminder
- Using Key Switch and Headlights
- Starting the Engine
- Idling the Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Cruise Control (LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
- Engaging and Disengaging Mower
- Using Mulch Cover (107 cm (42 in.) and 122 cm (48 in.) Mower Decks (If Equipped)
- Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
- Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
- Moving Machine by Hand
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Using Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Using Accessories
- Choosing Mower Blades
- Mowing Tips
- Service Intervals
- Service Lubrication
- Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
- Checking Engine Oil Level
- Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA105 and LA115)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA135 and LA145)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA125)
- Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA155, LA165 and LA175)
- Checking and Cleaning Emission Filter (If Equipped)
- Checking Spark Plug
- Adjusting Carburetor
- Replacing Fuel Filter
- Service Transmission
- Service Mower
- Removing or Installing Mower Drive Belt at Engine Drive Sheave (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in...
- Removing Mower Deck
- Installing Mower Deck
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Replacing Mower Drive Belt (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in.) Mower Decks)
- Adjusting Mower Belt Tension (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Adjusting Spindle Brakes (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
- Checking for Bent Mower Blades
- Servicing Mower Blades
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
- Service Electrical
- Service Miscellaneous
- Troubleshooting
- Storage
- Specifications
- Gear Model LA105
- Automatic Model LA115
- Automatic Model LA125
- Automatic Models LA135 and LA145
- Automatic Model LA155
- Automatic Models LA165 and LA175
- Electrical System
- Capacities
- Fuel System (All Models)
- Recommended Lubricants (All Models)
- Dimensions
- Tires
- Mower Deck - 107 cm (42 in.)
- Mower Deck - 122 cm (48 in.)
- Mower Deck - 137 cm (54 in.)
- Warranty
- Index
- Getting Quality Service
- Service Record
- Table of Contents
Service Lubrication - 24
SERVICE LUBRICATION
• Lubricate front axle pivot.
• Lubricate front axle wheel spindles and bushings.
Every 25 Hours
• Lubricate mower spindles.
• Lubricate mower pivot points.
• Lubricate front axle pivot.
• Lubricate front axle wheel spindles and bushings.
Every 50 Hours
• Change engine oil and replace filter. (Service more frequently under
dusty conditions.)
• Clean/replace air filter precleaner. (Service more frequently under dusty
conditions.)
• Replace air filter element. (Service more frequently under dusty
conditions.)
• Clean/replace emission filter (if equipped).
• Clean engine cooling fins.
• Replace fuel filter.
• Replace spark plug(s).
• Clean battery terminals.
• Sharpen/replace mower blades.
• Check/replace mower drive belt.
• Clean mower deck.
• Check/level mower deck.
• On 107 cm (42 in.) deck: Check/adjust mower deck belt tension.
• On 107 cm (42 in.) deck: Check/adjust mower deck spindle brakes.
Every 200 Hours
• Check/adjust valve clearance. See your John Deere dealer for this
service.
Service Lubrication
Grease
The following greases are preferred:
• John Deere Multi-Purpose SD Polyurea Grease
• John Deere Multi-Purpose HD Lithium Complex Grease
If not using any of the preferred greases, be sure to use a general all-
purpose grease with an NLGI grade No.2 rating.
Wet or high speed conditions may require use of a special-use grease.
Contact your Servicing dealer for information.
Lubricating Front Axle
MX16565
Wheel Spindles and Bushings
• Lubricate front wheel spindle grease fitting (A) and wheel hub grease
fitting (B), one on each side, with one or two shots of general all-purpose
grease.
Front Axle Pivot
• Lubricate front axle center pivot grease fitting (C) with one or two shots of
general all-purpose grease.
Lubricating Pivot Points
107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck:
MX25899
A- Blade Brake Pivots
B- Deck Idler Pivot
C- Spindle Grease Fitting (2)
• Lubricate the blade brake pivots (A) and deck idler pivot (B) with a
general all-purpose spray lubricant.
• Lubricate the two spindle grease fittings (C) with one or two shots of
general all-purpose grease.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Use recommended John Deere
greases to avoid component failure and premature wear.
The recommended John Deere greases are effective within an
average air temperature range of -29 to 135 degrees C (-20 to 275
degrees F).
If operating outside that temperature range, contact your
Servicing dealer for a special-use grease.
C
A
B
A
B
C
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