John Deere Tractor 100 Series OMG X23532 J0 - Manual (Page 10)

Assembly - 9
ASSEMBLY
portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container
opening at all times until the fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
• Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel tank cap and tighten securely.
• Replace all fuel container caps securely after use.
• For gasoline engines, do not use gas with methanol. Methanol is harmful
to your health and to the environment.
Tire Safety
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.
Checking Wheel Hardware
• A serious accident could occur causing serious injury if wheel hardware
is not tight.
• Check wheel hardware tightness often during the first 100 hours of
operation.
• Wheel hardware must be tightened to specified torque using the proper
procedure anytime it is loosened.
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
Waste products, such as, used oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, and batteries,
can harm the environment and people:
• Do not use beverage containers for waste fluids - someone may drink
from them.
• See your local Recycling Center or authorized dealer to learn how to
recycle or get rid of waste products.
• A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides specific details on
chemical products: physical and health hazards, safety procedures, and
emergency response techniques. The seller of the chemical products
used with your machine is responsible for providing the MSDS for that
product.
Assembly
Charge and Connect Battery
1. Remove and discard the tie strap from the positive (+) battery terminal.
2. Remove and discard the black protective cap from the negative (–)
battery terminal.
3. Charge the battery.
• Battery is fully charged at 12.6 volts.
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4. Connect positive (+) battery cable (A) to battery.
5. Connect negative (–) battery cable (B).
6. Apply general purpose grease or silicone spray to terminal to help
prevent corrosion.
7. Slide red cover (C) over positive battery cable.
Check Tire Pressure
Check tire pressure. (See Checking Tire Pressure in the SERVICE
MISCELLANEOUS section.)
Adjust Mower Deck Level
Adjust mower deck level. (See Adjusting Mower Level in the OPERATING
section.)
Check Engine Oil Level
Check engine oil level. (See Checking Engine Oil Level in the SERVICE
ENGINE section.)
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! The battery produces a flammable
and explosive gas. The battery may explode:
• Do not smoke or have open flame near battery.
• Wear eye protection and gloves.
• Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across
the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
• Do not jump start or charge a frozen battery. Warm battery to
16°C (60°F).
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