John Deere LX255, LX277, LX277AWS, LX279, LX288 Lawn Tractors (SN:010101 - 060000) (North America) Operators Manual (OMM142612)

Illustrated factory Operators Manual for John Deere Lawn Tractors Models LX255, LX277, LX277AWS, LX279 and LX288.

This manual will assist you in operating, and maintaining for your lawn tractor.
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Covered Models (North America):
   LX255 (SN: 010101-060000)
   LX277 (SN: 010101-060000)
   LX277AWS (SN: 010101-060000)
   LX279 (SN: 010101-060000)
   LX288 (SN: 010101-060000)

Format: PDF, 64 pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 01 Jan 2007
Table of Contents:
   Introduction
      Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
      Using Your Operators Manual
      Special Messages
   Product Identification
      Record Identification Numbers
   Table of Contents
   Safety
      Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
      Machine Safety Labels
      Emission Control System Certification Label
      Emission Compliance Period
      Operating Safely
      Checking Mowing Area
      Parking Safely
      Rotating Blades are Dangerous
      Avoid Tipping
      Keep Riders Off
      Wear Appropriate Clothing
      Driving Safely on Public Roads
      Practice Safe Maintenance
      Tire Safety
      Handling Fuel Safely
      Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
   Operating
      Daily Operating Checklist
      Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
      Operator Station Controls
      Miscellaneous Controls
      Adjusting Seat
      Testing Safety Systems
      Testing Park Brake Switch
      Testing Park Brake
      Testing PTO Switch
      Testing Seat Switch
      Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
      Using Park Brake
      Using Headlights
      Using Fuel Gauge
      Checking Indicator Lights
      Starting Engine
      Idling Engine
      Stopping Engine
      Using Travel Pedals on Automatic Transmission
      Using Reverse Implement Option
      Using Mower Lift Lever
      Using Cruise Control
      Using PTO (Power Take-Off)
      Pushing Machine
      Transporting Machine on Trailer
      Using Wheel Weights
      Installing Tire Chains
      Mowing Tips
   Replacement Parts
      Service Literature
      Parts
      Part Numbers
   Service Intervals
      Servicing Your Machine
      Before Each Use
      After First 5 Hours
      Break In (After First 25 Hours of Operation)
      Break In (After First 50 Hours of Operation)
      Annually or at Hours of Operation (whichever comes first)
      Every Two Years (Or At Hours Of Operation, Whichever Comes First)
      50 Hours
      100 Hours
      200 Hours
      500 Hours
   Service Lubrication
      Grease
      Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
      Lubricating Front Axle Center Pivot on All- Wheel Steer Tractors
      Lubricating Rear Steering Pivots on All-Wheel Steer Tractors
   Service Engine
      Avoid Fumes
      Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
      Engine Oil (Gas)
      Checking Engine Oil Level
      Changing Engine Oil and Filter
      Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
      Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Kohler 13hp or 15hp Engines)
      Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Kawasaki Air Cooled, 17hp Engine)
      Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Kawasaki Liquid Cooled, 17hp Engine)
      Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (Briggs and Stratton 16hp or 18hp Engines))
      Checking Spark Plug
      Service Cooling System Safely
      Engine Coolant
      Engine Coolant Drain Interval
      Checking Coolant Level (LX279)
      Draining Cooling System (LX279)
      Flushing Cooling System (LX279)
      Filling Cooling System (LX279)
      Adjusting Carburetor
      Replacing Fuel Filter
   Service Transmission
      Hydrostatic Transmission Oil
      Checking Transmission Oil Level
      Adjusting Cruise Control Lever Tension
   Service Electrical
      Checking Battery Electrolyte Level
      Removing and Installing the Battery
      Clean Battery and Terminals
      Using Booster Battery
      Replacing Fuse
      Replacing Headlight Bulb
      Replacing Indicator Light Bulbs
   Service Miscellaneous
      Filling Fuel Tank
      Adjusting Hood Latch
      Removing and Installing Hood
      Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces
      Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
   Troubleshooting
      Using Troubleshooting Chart
      Engine
      Electrical
      Tractor
      Attachment
   Storage
      Storing Safety
      Preparing Machine for Storage
      Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
      Removing Machine From Storage
   Assembly
      Install Steering Wheel
      Connect and Check Battery
      Check Engine Oil Level
      Check Tire Pressure
   Specifications
      Specifications
      Recommended Lubricants
   Warranty
      Product Warranty
      John Deere, Federal and California Emission Control System Warranty (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
      Tire Warranty
      Limited Battery Warranty
   Index
   Notes
   John Deere Quality Statement
      John Deere Quality
   Service Record
      Record Service Dates