K9
Lawn Tractor
S2546
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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OMGX10722 K9
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Co nte nts
Contents
Assembly ............................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Signs........................................................................................................................................... 3
Controls ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Operating Machine ................................................................................................................................ 6
Operating Mower ................................................................................................................................. 16
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................. 20
Service Machine Safely ....................................................................................................................... 21
Service Interval Chart.......................................................................................................................... 22
Service Engine .................................................................................................................................... 24
Service Steering and Brakes ............................................................................................................... 29
Service Mower..................................................................................................................................... 31
Service Electrical................................................................................................................................. 36
Service Miscellaneous......................................................................................................................... 40
Removing Mower................................................................................................................................. 44
Installing Mower................................................................................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 47
Storing Machine................................................................................................................................... 51
Specifications....................................................................................................................................... 53
Warranty .............................................................................................................................................. 55
Index .................................................................................................................................................... 59
Service Literature ............................................................................................................................... 61
All information, illustrations and
specifications in this manual are based
on the latest information at the time of
publication. The right is reserved to
make changes at any time without
notice.
COPYRIGHT© 1999
Deere & Co.
John Deere Worldwide Commercial and
Consumer Equipment Division
Horicon, WI
All rights reserved
OMGX10722 K9
Table of Contents
ASSEMBLY
Assembly
Identify Parts
A
B
C
D
Operator’s Manual
Safety Video
Bag of Hardware
Key
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CAUTION: Avoid injury. DO NOT attempt to
open, add fluid or service battery. Any attempt
to do so will void warranty and lead to possible
injury.
NOTE: Do not remove the BLACK negative (–)
protective cap at this time.
Bag of Hardware:
1. Remove and discard the RED positive (+) protective cap
from the positive (+) battery terminal.
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2 - M8x16 Bolts - Battery
2 - M8x16 Nuts - Battery
Connect and Check Battery
C
A
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CAUTION: Avoid injury. Prevent Battery
Explosions:
- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame
away from the top of battery. Battery gas can
explode.
B
- Never check battery charge by placing a metal
object across the posts. Use a volt-meter or
hydrometer.
2. Connect RED positive (+) cable (A) to battery with 6mm
hex head bolt and 6 mm flange nut. Tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion. Install the red terminal cover.
- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may
explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)
3. Remove and discard the BLACK (–) protective cap from
the negative battery terminal.
IMPORTANT:
Avoid machine damage. This
battery comes fully charged. If the mower is not
used by the Service Expiration Date indicated on the
battery, charge the battery. (See Charging the
Battery in the Service - Electrical section.)
4. Connect silver braided grounding cable (B) to the
negative (–) terminal (C) with remaining 6 mm hex head
bolt and 6 mm flange nut and tighten securely. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion.
Assembly - Page 1
ASSEMBLY
Checking Tire Pressure
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CAUTION: Avoid injury. Explosive separation
of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury
or death:
- Do not attempt to mount a tire without 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.
- Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.
1. Check tires for damage.
2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.
3. Add or remove air, if necessary:
Tire Size
Pressure-kPa (psi)
97 kPa (14 psi)
Front: 15-Inch
Rear: 20-Inch
69 kPa (10 psi)
Assembly - Page 2
SAFETY SIGNS
Safety Signs
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Do not mow in reverse
Safety-Alert Symbol
Look down and behind before and while backing
Never carry children
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
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Drive up and down slopes, not across
Avoid sudden turns
If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down
slowly
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Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches) in
place and working
Read and recognize safety information. Be alert to the
potential for personal injury when you see this safety-alert
symbol.
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Read operator’s manual
When leaving machine:
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER,
WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safety-alert
symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.
–Stop engine
–Set park brake
–Remove key
In this manual, the word CAUTION and this symbol call
attention to safety messages.
DANGER/POISON
SHIELD EYES.
EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR
INJURY.
Certification
Your mower has been certified by an independent
laboratory for compliance with American National Standard
B-71.1, “Safety Specifications” for Power Lawn Mowers,
Lawn and Garden Tractors, and Lawn Tractors.
NO
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SPARKS
FLAMES
SMOKING
SULFURIC ACID CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR SEVERE
BURNS
Machine Safety Labels
DANGER
FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER.
GET MEDICAL HELP FAST.
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
MAINTENANCE-FREE
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT TIP.
DO NOT OPEN BATTERY!
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Do not mow when children or others are around
Safety Signs - Page 3
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