John Deere JS28, JS38 and JS48 Walk-Behind Mowers (SN: from 010001) (North America) Operators Manual (OMGX24373)

Illustrated factory Operators Manual for John Deere Walk-Behind Mowers Models JS28, JS38 and JS48.

This manual will assist you in operating, and maintaining for your walk-behind mower.
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Covered Models (North America):
   JS28 (SN: 010001-)
   JS38 (SN: 010001-)
   JS48 (SN: 010001-)

Format: PDF, 40 pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 01 Jan 2012
Table of Contents:
   Introduction
   Product Identification
      Record Identification Numbers
      Register Your Product and Warranty Online
   Safety Labels
      Safety Label Location
   Safety Labels
   Safety
      Operating Safely
      Parking Safely
      Using a Spark Arrestor
      Checking Mowing Area
      Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
      Operating Safely on Slopes
      Wear Appropriate Clothing
      Practice Safe Maintenance
      Prevent Fires
      Handling Fuel Safely
      Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
   Assembly
      Prepare Handle Assembly
      Install Discharge Assembly
      Check and Add Engine Oil
      Insert Fuel Stabilizer Cartridge in Fresh Start
      Fill Fuel Tank
      Check Machine Safety System
   Operating Controls
      Operator Station Controls (JS28, JS38)
      Operator Station Controls (JS48)
   Operating
      Daily Operating Checklist
      Adjusting Cutting Height
      Adjusting Handle Height
      Testing Safety Systems
      Testing Operator Presence Control
      Starting and Stopping Engine
      Operating the Mower
      Emergency Stopping
      Using Neutral Lock
      Installing Side Discharge Deflector
      Installing Grass Bag
      Using the Mower for Mulching
   Service Intervals
      Servicing Your Machine
      Before Each Use
      Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation
      Every 25 Hours or Once a Year
      Every 50 Hours or Once a Year
      Every 100 Hours or Once a Year
   Service
      Adjusting Carburetor
      Avoid Fumes
      Engine Oil
      Checking Engine Oil
      Changing Engine Oil
      Servicing Air Cleaner Element
      Cleaning and Gapping Spark Plug
      Cleaning Debris from Engine
      Adjusting Ground Speed Control
      Replacing Drive Belt (JS28)
      Replacing Drive Belt (JS38, JS48)
      Replacing Fuses
      Grease
      Servicing Mower Blade
      Sharpening Blades
      Balancing Blades
      Inserting Fuel Stabilizer Cartridge in Fresh Start
      Using Proper Fuel
      Filling Fuel Tank
      Servicing Battery (JS48 Only)
   Troubleshooting
      Using Troubleshooting Chart
      Troubleshooting Chart
   Storage
      Storing Safety
      Preparing Machine for Storage
      Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
      Folding Handles
   Specifications
      Engine
      Capacities
      Machine Specifications
      Recommended Lubricants
   Warranty
      Product Warranty
      California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Off-Road Gas Engines)
   Index
   Getting Quality Service
      Service Literature
      Parts
      Part Numbers, Replacement
      John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service