John Deere 5310 S OPERATOR’S MANUAL

5310 S

Tractor

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

5310 S Tractor

OMRE247111 Issue G6 (ENGLISH)

CALIFORNIA

Proposition 65 Warning

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

If this product contains a gasoline engine:

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

The State of California requires the above two warnings.

John Deere Equipment Private Limited

Printed in India.

Introduction

Foreword

READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. This manual and safety signs on your machine may also be available in other languages (see your John Deere dealer to order).

THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine.

MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench.

RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined by facing the direction of forward travel.

WRITE TRACTOR SERIAL (CHASSIS) NUMBER in the Specification or Identification Numbers section. Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. Your dealer also needs these numbers when you order parts. File the identification numbers in a secure place off the machine.

SETTING FUEL DELIVERY BEYOND PUBLISHED factory specifications or otherwise overpowering will result in loss of warranty protection for this machine.

BEFORE DELIVERING THIS MACHINE, your dealer performed a predelivery inspection. After operating for the first 100 hours, schedule an after-sale inspection with your dealer to ensure best performance.

THIS TRACTOR IS DESIGNED SOLELY for use in customary agricultural or similar operations ("INTENDED USE"). Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury resulting from this misuse, and these risks must be borne solely by the user. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of operation, service and repair as specified by the manufacturer also constitute essential elements for the intended use.

THIS TRACTOR SHOULD BE OPERATED, serviced and repaired only by persons familiar with all its particular characteristics and acquainted with the relevant safety rules (accident prevention). The accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognized regulations on safety and occupational medicine and the road traffic regulations must be observed at all times. Any arbitrary modifications carried out on this tractor will relieve the manufacturer of all liability for any resulting damage or injury.

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Introduction

PY5155 –UN–21AUG05

John Deere 5310 S tractor

NOTE: Tractors shown may have optional equipment.

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Introduction

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Contents

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Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05-1

Safety Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1

Controls and Instruments

Tractor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1

Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-3

Lights

Light Switch Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-1

Using Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-2

Using High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-2

Using Tail Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3

Using Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-4

Using Hazard Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-5

Using Flood Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-6

Seven-Terminal Outlet—If Equipped . . . . . . . . . . 20-6

Operator’s Platform

Selecting Seat Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1

Adjusting Ride Comfort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1

Break-In Period

Observe Engine Operation Closely. . . . . . . . . . . 35-1

Break-In Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-1

Prestarting Checks

Service Daily Before Start-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-1

Operating the Engine

Before Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-1

Starting the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-2

Check Instruments After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3

Oil Pressure Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3

Charging System Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3

Air Restriction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4

Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4

Watch Fuel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4

Changing Engine Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-5

Warming Up the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-5

Restart Stalled Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-6

Avoid Idling the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-6

Observe Engine Work and Idle Speeds . . . . . . . 45-7

Working With Speed/Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-7

Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8

Using Booster Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8

Driving the Tractor

Operator Training Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-1 Driving on Public Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-1 Operating Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-3 Shifting Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-3 Selecting a Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-4 Using Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-4 Using Differential Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-5 Stopping Tractor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-6

Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch

Match Tractor Power to Implement. . . . . . . . . . . 55-1 3-Point Hitch Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-1 Rockshaft Control Levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-2 Setting Position Control Lever Stop . . . . . . . . . . 55-2 Using Rockshaft Position Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-3 Using Draft Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-4 Adjusting Rockshaft Rate-of-Drop/

Implement lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5 Preparing Implement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5 Positioning Center Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-6 Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch . . . . . . . . 55-7 Adjusting Hitch Side Sway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-8 Leveling the Hitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-9 Adjusting Lateral Float . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-10 Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction . . . . 55-10 Warming Hydraulic System Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-11

Remote Hydraulic Cylinders

Use Correct Hose Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-1

Control Lever and Coupler Identification—If

Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-1

Connecting Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-2

Connecting Single-Acting Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . 60-3

Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response . . . . . . 60-3

Neutral Lever Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-3

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All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

	COPYRIGHT 2003
	DEERE & COMPANY
	Moline, Illinois
	All rights reserved
	A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION Manual
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		Page		Page
	Extending/Retracting Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 60-4	Fill Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 85-3
	Disconnecting Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 60-5	Lubricant Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-3
			Diesel Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-4
	Drawbar and PTO		Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter
	Observe Drawbar / Wagon Hitch Load		Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-5
	Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	65-1	Transmission and Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-5
	Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines . . . . . . . . . . . .	65-1	Grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-6
	Attaching PTO-Driven Implement . . . . . . . . . . . .	65-2
	Operating Tractor PTO (Standard) . . . . . . . . . . .	65-3	Service and Maintenance
	Operating Tractor Dual PTO (Optional) . . . . . . .	65-4	Observe Service Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	90-1
	Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod . . . . . . . . .	65-5	Break-In Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	90-1
	Ballast		Service Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	90-2
	Planning for Maximum Productivity. . . . . . . . . . .	70-1	Service—Every 10 Hours
	Selecting Ballast Carefully	70-1
			Check Engine Oil Level	95-1
	Matching Ballast to Load Work	70-1
			Check Coolant Level	95-1
	Measuring Wheel Slip—Manually	70-2
			Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel
	Ballast Limitations	70-3
			Tank and Fuel Filter	95-2
	Ballasting Front End for Transport	70-4
			Water Separator Bowl	95-3
	Ballasting Tractor	70-5
			Lubricate as Necessary	95-3
	Determining Maximum Rear Ballast	70-5
	Determining Maximum Front Ballast . . . . . . . . . .	70-5	Service—Every 50 Hours
	Using Cast Iron Weights	70-6
			Check Transmission-Hydraulic System
	Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights	70-6
			Oil Level	100-1
	Using Liquid Weight	70-7
			Clean and Check Battery	100-1
	Wheels, Tyres and Treads		Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . .	100-1
			Lubricate Steering Spindles	100-2
	Service Tyres Safely	75-1
			Inspect Tyres and Loose Hardwares	100-2
	Check Implement-to-Tyre Clearance	75-1
	Check Tyre Inflation Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	75-2	Service—Every 250 Hours
	Tyre Inflation Pressure Chart	75-3
			Change Engine Oil and Filter	110-1
	Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly	75-3
			Service Air Cleaner	110-2
	Tighten Bolts—Adjustable Front Axle	75-4
			Inspect and Adjust Alternator/Fan Belt	110-2
	Tighten Bolts—Rear Axle	75-5
			Lubricate 3-Point Hitch	110-3
	Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations	75-5
			Check Neutral Start System	110-3
	Tread Settings—Multi-Position Rear Wheels . . . 75-6
			Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play	110-4
	Tread Settings—Adjustable Front Axle	75-7
	Adjust Front Axle Tread Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	75-9	Service—Every 500 Hours
	Checking Toe-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	75-10
	Adjusting Toe-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	75-11	Replace Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-1
			Replace Transmission-Hydraulic Filter . . . . . . .	115-1
	Transporting
	Use Safety Lights and Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80-1	Service—Every 600 Hours
	Driving Tractor on Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80-1	Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube. . . . . . . . .	115-1
	Transport on Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80-4	Pack Front Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-1
	Towing Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	80-4	Check Hoses and Hose Clamps for
			Tightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-2
	Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant		Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-2
	Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-1	Check Engine Idle Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-3
	Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires . . . . . . . . . . .	85-1	Check Front Axle Pivot Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-3
	Diesel Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-2	Adjust Engine Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . .	115-3
	Fuel Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-2
	Diesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	85-2	Continued on next page
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Service—Every 1250 Hours		Aiming Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-19
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and		Adjusting Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-20
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	120-1	Replace Headlight Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-20
Clean Transmission-Hydraulic Pickup		Replace Tail Light and Warning Light
Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	120-2	Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-21
		Replace Flood Lamp Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-22
Service—Annually		Checking Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	140-22
Replace Air Cleaner Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . .	125-1	Troubleshooting
Service—2 Years/2000 Hours		Engine Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. 145-1
Flush Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	130-1	Transmission Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .	145-5
		Hydraulic System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .	145-6

Service—As Required

Service Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1

Adjust Throttle Friction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1

Service

Additional Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1

Service Tractor Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1

Engine Break-In Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1

Work In Ventilated Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2

Using High-Pressure Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2

Opening Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2

Removing Side Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3

Removing Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3

Air Intake System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3

Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals. . . . . . 140-4

Checking Air Intake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-4

Removing Primary Air Cleaner Element . . . . . . 140-5

Cleaning Primary Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-5

Washing Primary Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-6

Inspecting Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-6

Storing Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7

Replacing Alternator/Fan Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7

Fuel System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7

Bleeding Fuel System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-8

Do Not Modify Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-8

Engine Cooling System Components . . . . . . . . 140-9

Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator and

Oil Cooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10

Prevent Battery Explosions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10

Observe Electrical Service Precautions . . . . . 140-11

Battery Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-11

Removing Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12

Checking Battery Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12

Servicing Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-13

Charging Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-15

Battery Replacement Specifications . . . . . . . . 140-15

Connecting Starter Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16

Connecting Alternator Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16

Locating Fusible Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17

Locating Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17

Fuse Size and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-18

Brakes Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-6

Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-7

Electrical System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . 145-9

Tractor Storage

Storing Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-1

Removing Tractor From Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 150-3

Specifications

John Deere 5310 S Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-1

Ground Speed at Rated Engine Speed

(2400 RPM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-2

Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values . . . . 155-3

Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque

Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-4

Identification Numbers

Identification Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160-1

Record Tractor Serial (Chassis) Number . . . . . 160-1

Record Front Axle Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . 160-1

Record Engine Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160-2

Record Transmission Serial Number . . . . . . . . 160-2

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

50, 250 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-1

500 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-2

600 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-3

1000,1250 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-4

Annual Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-5

2000 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-6

As Required Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165-7

John Deere Service

John Deere Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170-1

The Right Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170-1

Well Trained Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170-1

Prompt Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170-1

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Safety

Recognize Safety Information

This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury.

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.

Understand Signal Words

A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards. General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this manual.

Follow Safety Instructions

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are available from your John Deere dealer.

Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.

Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.

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T81389 –UN–07DEC88

DX,ALERT –19–29SEP98–1/1

TS187 –19–30SEP88

DX,SIGNAL –19–03MAR93–1/1

TS201 –UN–23AUG88

DX,READ –19–03MAR93–1/1

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Prevent Machine Runaway

Avoid possible injury or death from machinery runaway.

Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals. Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator’s seat, with transmission in neutral.

TS177 –UN–11JAN89

CED,OUO1032,2778 –19–15OCT99–1/1

Operate Tractor Safely

Features designed into your tractor make operation safer and let it perform a wide variety of jobs. Use your tractor only for specified jobs it was designed to perform: implement carrier, load mover, remote power source, or transport unit—not a recreational vehicle.

Careless use or misuse can result in unnecessary accidents. Be alert to hazards of tractor operation. Understand causes of accidents and take every precaution to avoid them. Most common accidents are caused from:

•Tractor upsets

•Improper starting procedures

•Crushing and pinching during hitching

•Collisions with other motor vehicles

•Getting entangled in PTO shafts

•Falls from tractors

M47224A –19–02JUN97

Avoid accidents by taking the following precautions:

•Put the gear lever in Park position. Leaving transmission in gear with engine stopped will NOT prevent the tractor from moving.

•Be sure everyone is clear of tractor and attached equipment before starting engine.

•Never try to get on or off a moving tractor.

•When tractor is left unattended, put the gear lever in Park position , stop the engine , remove the key, lower implements to the ground.

TS276 –UN–23AUG88

AG,OUO6035,84	–19–18MAY00–1/1
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Safety

Use Caution on Hillsides

Avoid holes, ditches, and obstructions which cause the tractor to tip, especially on hillsides. Avoid sharp, uphill turns.

Never drive near the edge of a gully or steep embankment -- it might cave in.

Driving forward out of a ditch or mired condition or up a steep slope could cause tractor to tip over rearward. Back out of these situations if possible.

Danger of overturn increases greatly with narrow tread setting, at high speed.

Hitch towed loads only to drawbar. When using a chain, take up the slack slowly.

Shift to Low Gear on Hills

Shift to a low gear before descending a steep hill to improve your control of the tractor with little or no braking. Use engine braking to reduce speed before applying tractor brakes. Run-away tractors often tip over. Never coast downhill.

When driving on icy, wet or oily surfaces, reduce speed and be sure tractor is properly ballasted (specially front tyres)to avoid skidding and loss of steering control.

Additional ballast may be needed for transporting heavy hitch mounted implements. When implement is raised, drive slowly over rough ground, regardless of how much ballast is used.

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TS205 –UN–23AUG88

AG,OUO6035,65 –19–17MAY00–1/1

LV4042 –UN–09JUL99

AG,OUO6035,83 –19–17MAY00–1/1

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Avoid Tipping

Do not drive where machine could slip or tip.

Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain, and other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.

Slow down before you make a sharp turn.

Take care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment:

•Use only approved drawbar hitch points.

•Limit loads to those you can safely control.

•Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested in this operator’s manual.

Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.

Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill.

If machine stops going up hill:

•STOP the PTO.

•Back down slowly.

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Freeing a Mired Machine

Attempting to free a mired machine can involve safety hazards such as the mired tractor tipping rearward, the towing tractor overturning, and the tow chain or tow bar (a cable is not recommended) failing and recoiling from its stretched condition.

Back your tractor out if it gets mired down in mud. Unhitch any towed implements. Dig mud from behind the rear wheels. Place boards behind the wheels to provide a solid base and try to back out slowly. If necessary, dig mud from the front of all wheels and drive slowly ahead.

If necessary to tow with another unit, use a tow bar or a long chain (a cable is not recommended). Inspect the chain for flaws. Make sure all parts of towing devices are of adequate size and strong enough to handle the load.

Always hitch to the drawbar of the towing unit. Do not hitch to the front pushbar attachment point. Before moving, clear the area of people. Apply power smoothly to take up the slack: a sudden pull could snap any towing device causing it to whip or recoil dangerously.

Park Tractor Safely

To park tractor safely:

•Disengage PTO.

•Lower equipment to the ground.

•Put gear shift lever in PARK.

•STOP the engine.

•Remove key.

Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for engine and attachment parts to stop moving.

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Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires

Handle fuel with care: it is highly flammable. Do not refuel the machine while smoking or when near open flame or sparks.

Always stop engine before refueling machine. Fill fuel tank outdoors.

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of accumulated trash, grease, and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.

Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

Wear Protective Clothing

Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine.

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Protect Against Noise

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death.

Keep tractor master shield and driveline shields in place at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely.

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before making adjustments, connections, or cleaning out PTO driven equipment.

Use Safety Lights and Devices

Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use turn signal lights.

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible, clean, and in good working order. Replace or repair lighting and marking that has been damaged or lost. An implement safety lighting kit is available from your John Deere dealer.

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Safely Transporting the Tractor

A disabled tractor is best transported on a flatbed carrier. Use chains to secure the tractor to the carrier.

Never tow a tractor at a speed greater than 16 km/h (10 mph). An operator must steer and brake the tractor under tow.

Tow Loads Safely

Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too fast can cause loss of control. Consider the total weight of the equipment and its load.

Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or local speed limits which may be lower:

•If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor weight.

•If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel more than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow loads more than 4.5 times the tractor weight.

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended weight ratio. Add ballast to recommended maximum for tractor, lighten the load, or get a heavier towing unit. The tractor must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate braking power for the towed load. Use additional caution when towing loads under adverse surface conditions, when turning, and on inclines.

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Keep Riders Off Machine

Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off of the machine. Riders also obstruct the operator’s view resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

Practice Safe Maintenance

Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.

Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from tractor before servicing electrical system components or welding on machine.

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Service Tractor Safely

Do not service the tractor while it is in motion or while the engine is running.

Tighten wheel hardware to correct torque as specified in Wheels, Tyres and Tread section. Torque at intervals shown in Break-In Period and Lubrication and Maintenance sections, to ensure that wheel hardware does not loosen.

Reinstall shields removed during service.

Work In Ventilated Area

Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. If it is necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe extension.

If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, open the doors and get outside air into the area

Support Machine Properly

Always lower the attachment or implement to the ground before you work on the machine. If the work requires that the machine or attachment be lifted, provide secure support for them. If left in a raised position, hydraulically supported devices can settle or leak down.

Do not support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles, or props that may crumble under continuous load. Do not work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack.

Follow recommended procedures in this manual.

When implements or attachments are used with a machine, always follow safety precautions listed in the implement or attachment operator’s manual.

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Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

Flammable spray can be generated by heating near pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to yourself and bystanders. Do not heat by welding, soldering, or using a torch near pressurized fluid lines or other flammable materials. Pressurized lines can accidentally burst when heat goes beyond the immediate flame area.

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.

Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all connections before applying pressure.

Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands and body from high pressure fluids.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable medical source. Such information is available from Deere & Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.

Service Cooling System Safely

Explosive release of fluids from pressurized cooling system can cause serious burns.

If radiator cap must be removed, do not remove when engine is hot. Shut engine off and wait until cap is cool enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely.

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Store Attachments Safely

Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage wheels, and loaders can fall and cause serious injury or death.

Securely store attachments and implements to prevent falling. Keep playing children and bystanders away from storage area.

Prevent Acid Burns

Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin, eat holes in clothing, and cause blindness if splashed into eyes.

Avoid the hazard by:

1.Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.

2.Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.

3.Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is added.

4.Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.

5.Use proper jump start procedure.

If you spill acid on yourself:

1.Flush your skin with water.

2.Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid.

3.Flush your eyes with water for 15—30 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.

If acid is swallowed:

1.Do not induce vomiting.

2.Drink large amounts of water or milk, but do not exceed 2 L (2 quarts).

3.Get medical attention immediately.

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Service Tires Safely

Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death.

Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to perform the job.

Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion. Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety cage if available.

Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

Dispose of Waste Properly

Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste used with John Deere equipment include such items as oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.

Use leakproof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.

Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into any water source.

Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste from your local environmental or recycling center, or from your John Deere dealer.

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Warning Labels
Keep warning labels in good condition, replace if not in
readable condition.
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Top surface of PTO shield
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Just below starter body
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Left fender
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Top of Battery

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Right Fender

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Right Fender

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Controls and Instruments

Tractor Controls

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A—Steering Wheel	D—Light Switch	G—Clutch Pedal	I—Foot Throttle
B—Hand Throttle	E—Hazard Switch	H—Key Switch	J—Brake Pedal
C—Horn Button	F—Turn Signal Switch

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A—Selective Control Lever	C—Rockshaft Draft Control	E—PTO Shift Lever	H—Differential Lock Pedals
B—Rockshaft Position Control	Lever	F—Range Shift Lever
Lever	D—Gear Shift Lever	G—Rockshaft Rate-of- drop
		Knob

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Instrument Panel

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A—Air Restriction Indicator	D—Charging System Indicator	F—Coolant Temperature	H—Tachometer
B—High Beam Indicator	E—Engine Oil Pressure	Gauge	I—Fuel Gauge
C—Hour Meter	Indicator	G—Turn Signal Direction
		Indicators

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Light Switch Positions

Tractor light switch has five positions:

A—Turns off all lights.

B—Turns on warning lights only. Use for parking the vehicle

C—Turns on dim headlights, tail lights and warning lights. Turn switch to this position before meeting other vehicles.

D—Turns on bright headlights, tail lights and warning lights. For highway driving during night time

E—Turns on high beamlight.

F— Switch on flood light (plough lamp). for field use only. Do not use on roads. Flood light might blind or confuse other drivers.

A—Lights Off

B—Warning Lights Position

C—Dim Headlights,Tail Lights and Warning Light

Position

D—Bright Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Lights

Position

E—High Beamlights

F—Flood Light Switch

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Using Headlights

Dual-beam headlights (F) are switched on by either “High Beamlight” (E), “Bright Headlight” (D), or “Dim Headlight”

(C) light switch positions.

Always dim lights before meeting another vehicle.

Keep headlights adjusted properly, (see Adjusting Headlights in Service section).

A—Lights Off

B—Warning Lights Position

C—Dim Headlights, Tail Lights, and Warning Light

Position

D—Bright Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Lights

Position

E—High Beamlight

F—Headlights

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Using High Beam Indicator

High beam indicator (A) should glow when light switch is turned to “Bright Headlight” position or “Flood Light” position. Bright headlights, tail lights, flood light and warning lights should be on.

A—High Beam Indicator

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Using Tail Lights

Red tail lights (A) are switched on by either bright headlight or dim headlight light switch position.

Be sure tail light lenses are clean before driving on a road, so other drivers can see it easily.

CAUTION: Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use hand signals or turn signal lights.

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible and in good working order. Replace or repair lighting and marking that has been damaged or lost. An implement safety lighting kit is available from your John Deere dealer.

A—Tail Lights

B—Reflex Reflector

C—Turn Signal Lights

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Using Turn Signals

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Move turn signal lever (A) down to indicate left-hand turn or up for right-hand turn. Indicator lights (D) will flash to signal turn direction.

When lever is up, front and rear turn lights on right-hand side (C) will flash . When lever is down, front and rear turn lights on left-hand side (B) will flash.

NOTE: Be sure to manually return lever to center position after turning.

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A—Turn Signal Lever

B—Left-Hand Lights

C—Right-Hand Lights

D—Dash Indicator Lights

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