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Introduction
- Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- Using Your Operator’s Manual
- Special Messages
Product Identification
- Record Identification Numbers
- Register Your Product and Warranty Online
Safety Labels
- Safety Label Location
- Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
- Warning
- DANGER
  - ROTATING BLADE
- DANGER
  - ROTATING BLADE
  - THROWN OBJECTS
- WARNING
  - AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
- DANGER
  - ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
- DANGER M128699
- Warning M159705
- Emission Control System Certification Label
- Emission Compliance Period
- Certification
- Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
Safety
- Operating Safely
- Using a Spark Arrestor
- Checking Mowing Area
- Parking Safely
- Rotating Blades are Dangerous
  - HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
- 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
  - To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely...
- Tire Safety
- Checking Wheel Hardware
- Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Assembly
- Charge and Connect Battery
- Check Tire Pressure
- Adjust Mower Deck Level
- Check Engine Oil Level
- Check Machine Safety System
- Break In Electric Engagement Clutch (If Equipped)
Operating Controls
- Operator Station Controls (LA105)
- Operator Station Controls (LA115, LA125, LA135)
- Operator Station Controls (LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
Operating
- Daily Operating Checklist
- Adjusting Seat
  - Lumbar Seat Adjustment (LA165, LA175)
- Adjusting Cutting Height
  - Transporting or Getting On and Off Machine
- Checking Mower Deck Level
- Adjusting Mower Deck Level
  - Method One
  - Method Two
- 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
  - Locking park brake:
  - Unlocking park brake:
- Using the Hour Meter and Service Reminder
- Using Key Switch and Headlights
  - Engine Off
  - Engine On
- Starting the Engine
- Idling the Engine
- Stopping the Engine
- Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
  - Travel Forward
  - Travel in Reverse
  - Emergency Stopping
- Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
  - Travel Forward
  - Travel in Reverse
  - Emergency Stopping
- Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
- Using Cruise Control (LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
  - Engage Cruise Control
  - Disengage Cruise Control
- 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
  - Checking For Plugging While Driving
  - Removing Debris From Inspection Points:
- Moving Machine by Hand
- Transporting Machine on Trailer
- Using Weights
- Using Tire Chains
- Using Accessories
  - Using the Power Port (If Equipped)
  - Using CargO Mount System
  - Using Storage Accessories
- Choosing Mower Blades
- Mowing Tips
Service Intervals
- Servicing Your Machine
- Intervals
Service Lubrication
- Grease
  - The following greases are preferred:
- Lubricating Front Axle
  - Wheel Spindles and Bushings
  - Front Axle Pivot
- Lubricating Pivot Points
  - 107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck:
  - 122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in.) Mower Decks:
Service Engine
- Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- Avoid Fumes
- Engine Oil
  - The following John Deere oils are preferred:
  - Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi...
- 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
- Checking 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
  - Removing Mower Blades
  - Installing Mower Blades
- Sharpening Blades
- Balancing Blades
Service Electrical
- Service the Battery Safely
- Removing and Installing the Battery
  - Removing
  - Installing
- Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- Using Booster Battery
- Replacing Headlight Bulb
- Replacing Fuse
Service Miscellaneous
- Using Proper Fuel
- Filling Fuel Tank
- Checking Tire Pressure
- Removing and Installing Hood
  - Removing
  - Installing
- Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
  - Removing:
  - Installing
- Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
  - Removing
  - Installing
Troubleshooting
- Using Troubleshooting Chart
- Engine
- Electrical
- Tractor
- Mower
Storage
- Storing Safety
- Preparing Machine for Storage
- Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
  - Fuel:
  - Engine:
- Removing Machine From Storage
Specifications
- Gear Model LA105
  - Gear Speed Range
- 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)
  - Fuel Types (Recommended):
- Recommended Lubricants (All Models)
  - Engine Oil:
  - Grease:
- Dimensions
- Tires
- Mower Deck - 107 cm (42 in.)
- Mower Deck - 122 cm (48 in.)
- Mower Deck - 137 cm (54 in.)
Warranty
- Product Warranty
- California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
- Tire Warranty
- Limited Battery Warranty
Index
Getting Quality Service
- Service Literature
- Parts
  - Order Service Parts Online
- Part Numbers
  - Home Maintenance Kit Includes:
- John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service
Service Record
- Record Service Dates
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Specifications - 43

SPECIFICATIONS

carburetor on gas engine or fuel injectors on diesel engine.

Engine:

Engine storage procedure should be used when vehicle is not to be used

for longer than 60 days.

1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.

2. Service air filter if necessary.

3. Clean debris from engine air intake screen.

4. On gas engines:

• Remove spark plugs. Put 30 mL (1 oz) of clean engine oil in

cylinder(s).

• Install spark plugs, but do not connect spark plug wires.

• Crank the engine five or six times to allow oil to be distributed.

5. Clean the engine and engine compartment.

6. Remove battery.

7. Clean the battery and battery posts. Check the electrolyte level, if your

battery is not maintenance free.

8. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.

9. Store the battery in a cool, dry place where it will not freeze.

NOTE: The stored battery should be recharged every 90 days.

10. Charge the battery.

11. Store the vehicle in a dry, protected place. If vehicle is stored outside,

put a waterproof cover over it.

Removing Machine From Storage

1. Check tire pressure.

2. Check engine oil level.

3. Check battery electrolyte level, if your battery is not maintenance free.

Charge battery if necessary.

4. Install battery.

5. On gas engines: Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten plugs to

specified torque.

6. Lubricate all grease points.

7. Open fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.

8. Run the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments

running to allow oil to be distributed throughout engine.

9. Be sure all shields and guards or deflectors are in place.

Specifications

Gear Model LA105

Engine Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Briggs & Stratton 31

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 cc (30.5 cu in.)

Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90.68 mm (3.57 in.)

Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77.72 mm (3.06 in.)

Ignition Module (Armature) Air Gap . 0.253 - 0.356 mm (0.010 - 0.014

in.)

Intake Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.076 - 0.127 mm (0.003 - 0.005 in.)

Exhaust Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.005 - 0.007 in.)

Spark Plug-Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.76 mm (0.030 in.)

Spark Plug-Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 N•m (15 lb-ft)

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single

Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Yes

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paper with Foam

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gear Transaxle

Transaxle Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dana 4360

Travel Speeds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Gear Speed Range

1st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4 km/h (1.5 mph)

2nd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 km/h (2.0 mph)

3rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 km/h (3.1 mph)

4th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4 km/h (4.0 mph)

5th . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.0 km/h (5.0 mph)

Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.7 km/h (2.3 mph)

Automatic Model LA115

Engine Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Briggs & Stratton 31

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 cc (30.5 cu in.)

Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90.60 mm (3.56 in.)

Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77.78 mm (3.06 in.)

Ignition Module (Armature) Air Gap. . 0.253 - 0.356 mm (0.010 - 0.014

in.)

Intake Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.076 - 0.127 mm (0.003 - 0.005 in.)

Exhaust Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.005 - 0.007 in.)

Spark Plug-Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.76 mm (0.030 in.)

Spark Plug-Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 N•m (15 lb-ft)

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single

Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paper with Foam

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydrostatic

Transaxle Model. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuff Torq™ T40

Travel Speed - Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 8.9 km/h (0 - 5.5 mph)

Travel Speed - Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 - 5.2 km/h (0 - 3.2 mph)

Automatic Model LA125

Engine Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Briggs & Stratton 33

Displacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 cc (33 cu in.)

Bore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94.02 mm (3.70 in.)

Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77.78 mm (3.06 in.)

Ignition Module (Armature) Air Gap. . 0.253 - 0.356 mm (0.010 - 0.014

in.)

Intake Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.076 - 0.127 mm (0.003 - 0.005 in.)

Exhaust Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . 0.13 - 0.18 mm (0.005 - 0.007 in.)

Spark Plug-Gap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.76 mm (0.030 in.)

Spark Plug-Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 N•m (15 lb-ft)

Cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single

Oil Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Yes

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cartridge w/ Foam Precleaner

Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydrostatic

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Prolonged exposure to sunlight

could damage the hood surface. Store machine inside or use a

cover if stored outside.