JD2030 Manual PDF

To the Purchaser
This new tractor was carefully designed and manu- Record your tractor serial numbers in the spaces
factured to give years of dependable service. To keep provided on page 72 . Your dealer needs th is informa-
it runn ing efficiently, read the instructions in this option to give you prompt, efficient service and parts. If
erator 's manual. Each section is clearly identified so your tractor requires replacement parts, go to your
you can easily find the information you need- wheth- John Deere dealer where you can obtain genuine
er it is operation, lubrication and periodic service, or John Deere parts-accept no substitutes.
trouble shooting . Check the Contents to learn where
each section is located . Use the alphabetical index The warranty on this tractor appears on your copy
for fast reference . of the purchase order which you should have re-
ceived from your dealer when you purchased the
Worldwide graphic symbols are used to as- tractor .
sist identification and operation . In this
manual , an identifying symbol is placed by The references in this manual to the "right-hand "
the instructions like the symbol at left for the engine and the "left-hand " sides of the tractor are deter-
coolant temperature gauge. The waves signify water mined by facing in the direction of tractor forward
or coolant and the thermometer indicates tempera- travel.
tu~e. Regardless of the language used in a nation, this
symbol means water or coolant temperature without A This safety alert symbol indicates important
translation . . . safety messages in this manual. When you see
this symbol , be alert to the possibility of personal inju-
ry and carefully read the message that follows .
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Contents
Page
CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ......... . ......... . . . . .. . .. ... . .......... . ... . . .... ........ 2
OPERATION .. .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . . ........ .. .... . ... . ............... . .... . .... . .. .. .. ... . .... 3
SAFETY RULES . ... ... . . .... .. .... ..... ..... . ..... . .. . .. . .. . ................ . . .. .. ... ... . 38
FUELS AND LUBRICANTS . . ......... . ............. . . . ... . .......... .... . .... .. . . . ...... . . . 40
LUBRICATION AND PERIODIC SERVICE .... . . . .................... . ........ . . . .... . .. . ..... 42
SERVICE .. . ... . . . . ............................ .... . .......... . .. . . ..... . .. . .. . .. .. ...... 53
TRACTOR STORAGE .... . .. ... . . .. .... ...... . ...... . ............. . . .... ... .. ... . .. . . ... . .. 65
TROUBLE SHOOTI NG . ... . . .... .... ....... . .. . ......... .. ........... . . . .... ... . ........... 67
SPECI FICATIONS .......................... . . . . . .... ..... .. . . ... . ... ... ... .. . . .. . . . . .. ... 71
INDEX .. .. . ... . . .......... . .................... .. . . . . ..... ..... .. . ... .. ... ... .. . . ... .... 73
John Deere 2030 Tractor Equipped With Roll-Gard and Canopy

Controls and Instruments
Before attempting to operate your new tractor, become familiar with the location and purpose of its controls
and instruments . Additional information will be found on the page number following the control or instrument.
Worldwide graphic symbols are used to assist identification and operation .
1-Remote Cylinder Operating Levers (Page 29)

2-Rockshaft Control Lever (Page 23)
3-Rockshaft Selector Lever (Page 23)
4-Seat Latch (Page 9)
1-Clutch Pedal (Page 10)

2-Engine Stop Knob (Pages 3 and 7)
3-Key Switch (Page 3)
4-Light Switch (Page 22)
5-Turn Signal Lever (Page 21)
6-Hi-Lo or Reverser Lever (Page 10)
7-Coolant Temperature Gauge (Page 7)
8-Alternator Indicator Light (Page 3)
9-Speed-Hour Meter (Page 42)
10-0il Pressure Indicator Light (Page 3)
11-Fuel Gauge
1-Mid PTO Lever (Page 35)
12-Hand Throttle (Page 6)
2-Rear PTO Lever (Page 35)
13-Steering Wheel
3-Differential Lock Pedal (Page 11)
14-Ether Starting Fluid Adapter (Page 4)
15-Brake Pedals (Page 12)
16-Foot Throttle (Page 6)
17-Gear Shift Lever (Page 9)
18-lndependent PTO Lever (Page 35)
19-Range Shift Lever (Page 9)
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Operation
Complete instructions for operating your tractor safely and efficiently are given on the following pages . By fol-
lowing these directions carefully , you can be sure that you are taking full advantage of the many features built
into your tractor.
PRESTARTING CHECKS
Perform the following checks and services before Make sure the fuel shut-off valve on the fuel tank is
starting the engine or operating tractor for the first open. See page 54 .
time each day :
Lubricate front axle. See page 48 .
Check the engine crankcase oil level-see page
48. /). CAUTION: Before starting the tractor engine,
. . be sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never
Check the radiator coolant level - see page 48. operate the tractor in a closed building.
Drain sediment from fuel filter-see page 48.
OPERATING THE ENGINE

STARTING THE ENGINE riil (1) See that the transmission is in PARK
~ (see worldwide symbol at left), the PTa is
disengaged, the rockshaft control lever is in
lowered position, the remote cylinder operating levers
in neutral, and the engine stop knob is pushed all the
way in.
Before the starter will operate, the range shift lever

must be in PARK or neutral.
(2) Place the hand throttle in the 1200 rpm posi-

tion, approximately one-third of its travel downward.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Engine Starting Controls

(3) Turn the key switch clockwise to the first posi-
tion .
NOTE: If the prevailing temperature is 32° F. or
lower, it may be necessary to use a cold weather The alternator indicator light and the oil
starting aid to start the engine (page 4) . pressure indicator light should glow. If
any light fails to glow, turn off the key
Perform the Prestarting Checks listed above. switch and determine the cause .
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4 Operation - Engine
(4) Turn the key switch all the way to the right to COLD WEATHER STARTING AIDS
start the engine. Do not operate the starter for more
For cold weather starting, the tractor may be
than 30 seconds at a time. To do so may overheat the
equipped with an ether starting fluid adapter , addi-
starter. If the engine does not start the first time, wait
tional battery, engine coolant heater, or a hydraulic
for a minute or two before trying again. If it does not
pump shut-off screw.
start after four attempts, see "Trouble Shooting."
These aids are effective at low temperatures only

If the key switch is released before the engine
when the engine is otherwise operating satisfactorily.
starts, wait until the starter and the engine stop be-
They will not correct such deficiencies as low battery
fore trying again. This will prevent possible damage to
charge, crankcase oil of high viscosity , and high elec-
the starter.
trical resistance which may prevent the engine from
starting.
IMPORTANT: Never attempt to start a tractor with
Hi-Lo Shift or reverser by towing or pushing, or you
may damage the clutches. Ether Starting Fluid Adapter
Before starting a tractor by towing, see page 10.
(5) As soon as engine starts, release key switch .

The engine oil pressure indicator light and the alter-
nator indicator light should go out. I f the lights do not
go out after the engine has been running for 10 sec-
onds, the engine should be shut off at once and the
cause of difficulty determined .
(6) Release clutch pedal. In cold weather, warm

engine and transmission for 5 minutes by operating
engine at half throttle. Do not allow engine to operate
at slow idle speed during engine warm-up . Observe
gauges.
Iniecting Starting Fluid
This adapter is used to inject atomized starting

fluid into the engine air intake system . Pressurized
cans of starting fluid are available from your John
Deere dealer.
CAUTION: Ether starting fluid is highly flam-

A mable. Do not use near fire, sparks, or flames.
Read the cautionary information on the container.
To use the can of starting fluid, remove the safety

cap and plastic spray button from the can. Remove
the cap from the adapter and position the can under
the adapter .
To inject a shot of starting fluid, momentarily push

CAUTION: Before starting the engine, make up on the can.
A sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never oper-
ate the engine in a closed building. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, turn engine with
starter one or two revolutions before injecting starting
fluid. Inject starting fluid only while the engine is turn-
ing.
Operation - Engine 5
Relax pressure on the can between shots of start- Hydraulic Pump Shut-Off
ing fluid. Stop injecting fluid after the engine starts. If
the engine begins to die during the first few minutes
of operation, inject another shot of fluid. When the
engine is operating satisfactorily, remove the can
from the adapter and replace the safety cap on the
can to avoid accidental discharge.
Be sure to install the cap on the adapter when it is

not in use. This will prevent dust from being drawn
into the engine.
Store starting fluid in a cool, dry, and protected

area to prevent accidental discharge . Keep the start-
ing fluid away from extreme heat or cold. Hydraulic Pump Shut- Off Screw
If the tractor has a hydraulic pump shut-off screw

(available from your John Deere dealer), the crank-
ing speed may be increased during cold weather by
GUY ,rlAT ~AI'D destroking the hydraulic pump so it will not build up
5AFE,Y WAS pressure. To do so, turn the shut-off screw in
£ll?\CllY (clockwise) until resistance is felt. Turn screw in one
'fOR US / more turn.
After the engine has started, back the shut-off

screw out all the way (turn the screw counterclock-
wise) . The pump will now build up pressure.
NOTE: Oil will leak past the shut-off screw if it is

not backed out all the way against the internal stop.
Electric Coolant Heater

A 1000-watt, 115-volt electrical coolant heater can
be installed on the engine. See your dealer for addi-
tional information .
h CAUTION: To avoid shock or hazardous oper-

. . ation, always use a three-wire heavy-duty
electrical cord equipped with three-wire connectors.
If a two-to-three contact adapter is used at the wall
R 2245
receptacle, always connect the green wire to a good
ground.
6 Operation - Engine
Additional Battery ENGINE SPEEDS

Starting the engine in cold weather can be made The tractor engine is designed to operate at work-
easier by connecting an additional 12-volt battery in ing speeds ranging from 1500 to 2500 rpm . The en-
parallel with the 12-volt battery or batteries on the gine can be operated at any speed in the working
tractor . range to meet various operating conditions . Operate
the engine at 2100 rpm to obtain the ASAE Standard
1). CAUTION: Gas given off by batteries is explo- PTO speeds .
. . sive. To avoid injury or battery damage, avoid
sparks near the batteries. Normal slow idle speed is approximately 800 rpm.
Connect a jumper cable to the POSITIVE (+) post The engine speed of 2500 rpm is the speed when
of a 12-volt booster battery and to the POSITIVE (+) under full load. At light or no load condition the speed
post of the tractor battery. Connect one end of the may rise to approximately 2660 rpm . See page 50 for
other jumper cable to the negative post of the booster no load engine speeds.
battery and to a good ground on the tractor frame
away from the battery. Never connect jumper cables Hand Throttle
to pipes or thin sheet metal.
IMPORTANT: Reversed polarity booster battery

connections may damage the alternator or electrical
wiring.
See your John Deere dealer for booster batteries .
TRACTOR WARM-UP PERlo.D

Always be sure the tractor is warmed up properly
before operating under a full load.
A good way to do this is first to idle the engine at

about 1500 rpm for 5 minutes and then operate it at
about 1900 rpm for another 5 minutes .
It is good practice to operate the tractor for the first

30 minutes in a lower gear then is normally required
for the load. This gives the oil a chance to circulate
Hand Throttle and Foot Throttle
freely and prevents undue wear on engine or trans-
mission parts.
Use the hand throttle to select any desired engine
speed between slow idle and fast idle. Push hand
ENGINE IDLING throttle lever upward to reduce engine speed; pull
Avoid unnecessary engine idling . Prolonged engine lever downward to increase engine speed.
idl ing may cause the engine coolant temperature to
fall below its normal range. This in turn causes crank- Foot Throttle
case oil dilution, due to incomplete fuel combustion,
The foot throttle is used to obtain engine transport
and permits formation of gummy deposits on valves ,
speeds or to raise engine speed momentarily. When
pistons, and piston rings . It also promotes rapid accu -
the foot throttle is pushed all the way downward, the
mulation of engine sludge and unburned fuel in the
engine operates at 2800 rpm fast idle speed .
exhaust system.
NOTE: The foot throttle should not be used to in-

When the tractor is to remain idle for a considera-
crease the normal engine working speed.
ble length of time , stop the engine .
Operation - Engine 7
STOPPING THE ENGINE Before dismounting, be sure all equipment is low-

ered to the ground, the light switch and other acces-
sory switches are off, and the transmission is in
PARK.
BREAKING IN THE ENGINE

If the coolant temperature rises to the
warning zone on the gauge, shift to a lower
gear to reduce the load on the engine. Be
sure to follow the special break-in lubrica-
tion instructions given on page 42.
With the following exceptions, the engine is ready

for normal operation:
During the first 20 hours, do not use the foot throt-

Engine Stopping Controls tle or place the hand throttle in speeds above the
2100 rpm load speed position. To faciltate break-in,
Stop the engine as follows: avoid prolonged periods of engine idling for the first
100 hours of service.
Move the gear shift lever into any gear position.
Then place the range shift lever in park (P) position.
This will lock the gears and hold the tractor in place.
Run the engine at 1500 rpm for a short time before

stopping it. Sudden stopping of a hot engine may al-
low some parts to overheat momentarily and possibly
cause damage.
After idling the engine for a few minutes, move the

hand throttle to the slow idle position and pull the en-
gine stop knob all the way out. After the engine stops,
release the stop knob. The knob should move all the
way in. Turn the key switch off.
After stopping the engine, remove the key from the

switch to prevent tampering and unauthorized opera-
tion. Removing the key also prevents the switch from
being accidentally left in the "on" or the "accessory"
position and causing battery discharge.
8 Operation - Tractor
OPERATING THE TRACTOR

SEAT
Your tractor may be equipped with a regular seat
or a deluxe cushioned seat. The seats are adjustable
for the operator's height, and fold back for standing.
The deluxe seat also is adjustable for the operator's
weight.
Moving Seat to Upper Rear Position
Adjusting Seat for Operator's Weight and Height

(Deluxe Seat Shown)
Deluxe Seat ROLL-GARD, SEAT BELT,

AND CANOPY
Deluxe Seat. Lift the release latch (shown). Stand
up and lift the seat to the upper rear . To return the
seat to the normal position, pull the seat forward. Sit
down on the seat to lock it in place.
Regular Seat. Lift back of seat and push seat to CANOPY

rear. To return the seat to the normal position, lift the
front of the seat and move it forward. . . . . - - ROL L- GARD
Adjusting for Height and Weight

of Operator
To adjust the seat for operator's height, loosen the
cap screws securing the seat to the rockshaft hous-
ing or seat support base and slide seat to desired pos-
ition. Then securely tighten cap screws.
Rol/-Gard, Seat Belt, and Canopy
The deluxe seat is adjustable for operators weigh-
ing from 100 to 300 pounds. To adjust, move the seat A protective Roll-Gard with seat belt is available for
to the upper rear position to take tension off the your tractor. A canopy that fits on top of the Roll-Gard
spring. Loosen the wing nuts under the weight adjust- is also available.
ment link, and move slide to desired weight position.
Tighten wing nuts and return seat to the normal posi- See page 64 for additional information.
tion.
A CAUTION: Under almost all operating condi-
. . tions:
1. Use of the seat belt with the optional John Deere
Roll-Gard is recommended.
2. Use of a seat belt without' roll-over protective
equipment is not recommended.
Operation - Tractor 9
SELECTING GROUND SPEED SHIFTING GEARS

The tractor has eight forward speeds and four re-
verse speeds (sixteen forward and eight reverse
speeds if tractor has the Hi-Lo shift option). The wide
range of speeds, together with the variable speed
engine, allow the operator to balance load and speed
for maximum economy, and give him flexibility to
meet varying work conditions. For example, for a giv-
en travel speed the operator may choose to work in a
low gear at a high engine speed or in a higher gear at
a lower engine speed . Engine working speeds may be
varied anywhere between 1500 and 2500 rpm.
Avoid overloading the tractor. When this occurs,

operate in a lower gear . If moving the throttle slightly
will change engine speed, the engine is not overload-
ed or lugging. Overloading causes undue strain on
parts, eventually resulting in poor operation and un- Range and Gear Shift Levers
necessary repair and expense.
Gear shifting is controlled by a range shift lever and
a gear shift lever.
The range shift lever shifts between low, high, and

reverse ranges. A park (P) position is also provided.
TRACTOR GROUND SPEED IN MILES PER HOUR
NOTE: The travel speeds shown are for tractors with 14.9-28 rear tires. Travel speeds for tractors with 13.6-
28 rear tires are 4% slower; 13.6-38 tires , 7% faster* ; 15.5-38 tires, 6% faster* ; 16.9-24 tires, 6% slower;
16.9-28 tires, 3% faster; 16.9-30 tires, 2% s/ower* ; and 18.4-26 tires , 5% faster .
Collar Shift Transmission

Hi of Hi-Lo Shift Option
Lo of Hi-Lo Shift Option Reverser Option
Gear 1500 rpm 2100 rpm 2500 rpm 1500 rpm 2100 rpm 2500 rpm
1st 0.7 1.0 1.2 0.9 1.3 1.5

2nd 1.0 1.4 1.7 1.3 1.8 2.1
3rd 1.5 2.1 2.5 1.9 2.6 3.2
4th 2.1 2.9 3.5 2.6 3.7 4.4
5th 2.7 3.8 4.5 3.5 4 .9 5.8
6th 3.9 5.5 6.5 5.0 7.0 8.3
7th 5.8 8.2 9.7 7.4 10.4 12.3
8th 8.2 11.4 13.6 10.4 14.5 17.3
R1 0.8 1 .1 1.4 1.0 1.5 1.7
R2 1.2 1.6 1.9 1.5 2.1 2.5
R3 1.7 2.4 2.9 2.2 3.1 3.7
R4 2.4 3.4 4.0 3.1 4.3 5.1
Maximum travel speed at 2800 engine rpm (obtained with foot throttle) is 19. 3 mph. 2100 engine rpm gives the
ASAE 540 or 1000 rpm PTO speed.
* Differential drive ratio changed when equipped with 13.6-38, 15.5-38 or 16.9-30 tires .
The gear shift lever can be used to select 1st, 2nd ,

3rd, and 4th gears when the range' shift lever is in low
range position; it can be used to select 5th , 6th, 7th,
and 8th gears when the range shift lever is in high
range position. When the range shift lever is in re -
verse range , reverse gears comparable to 1st , 2nd ,
3rd, and 4th can be obtained . On tractors with a re-
verser, the range shift lever does not have an R posi-
tion.
RANGE SHIFT GEAR SHIFT

LEVER POSITIONS LEVER POSITIONS
LOW
PARK RANGE
Hi-Lo Shift Lever
the same speed and pull power change as manually

down -shifting one gear on the transmission.
HIGH REVERSER
RANGE
R 17126
The reverser allows the operator to change the
Transmission Shifting Pattern direction of travel " on the go" without clutching or
shifting gears .
The shift patterns are marked by a decal on the
transmission case shield .
. With the tractor stopped and the clutch pedal de-

pressed, move the gear sh ift lever into the gear de-
sired. Then move the range shift lever into the range
desired . Shift levers must be placed fully into position .
When shifting from one gear to another or one

range to another, fully stop the tractor before de-
pressing the clutch and moving the shift lever.
Gradually release the clutch pedal to take up the

load smoothly. Reverser Control Lever
To prevent unnecessary wear , never " ride " The reverser control lever is located at the left side
(resting the feet on) the clutch or brake pedals . of the instrument panel. When the lever is in the for-
ward position, the tractor is in direct drive. When the
HI-LO SHIFT lever is pulled rearward, the tractor is in reverse
drive . It is not necessary to disengage clutch or to
The optional Hi-Lo Shift allows the operator to in- shift gears when using the reverser lever .
crease or decrease his ground speed and pull power.
" on the go" without declutching . A CAUTION: The reverser gear ratio is such that
. . reverse speeds are higher than their respec-
Shifting from Hi to Lo decreases the ground travel tive forward speeds. Therefore, use care when
speed 21.4 percent and provides up to 27.3 percent changing direction, especially at higher travel
increase in pull power in any of the transmission speeds.
speeds . Shifting from Hi to Lo provides approximately
Reverser Speed-Ot-Shift Adjustment TOWING THE TRACTOR
CAUTION: Never tow the tractor at a speed

A greater than 15 miles per hour.
When towing a disabled tractor , move both the

range and gear shift levers to the neutral pOSition .
This will prevent undue wear on transmission parts
during towing.
Tow tractors (without Hi-Lo or Reverser) for start-

Reverser Speed-Ot-Shift Adius ting Screw ing in 6th, 7th, or 8th gear only.
The reverser may be adjusted for a firm rapid shift IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to start a tractor with
or for a slower shift. Hi-Lo shift or Reverser by towing. DOing so may dam-
age the Hi·Lo or Reverser clutches in a very short
The reverser speed-of-shift adjusting screw is lo-
distance.
cated on the rear of the reverser control housing un-
der the right footrest. Turn the adjusting screw clock- DIFFERENTIAL LOCK
wise to slow down the shift. Turn the screw counter-
clockwise to speed up the shift.
NOTE: When the speed-ot-shift screw is adjusted

properly, the time to complete the shift should be 3/ 4
to 1-114 seconds .
HIGH SPEED DRIVING

. Use 8th gear to save time when driving on high-
ways or other smooth roads. But - BE CAREFUL! On
rough ground, shift to a lower gear for safety.
A CAUTION: Fast driving causes many acci-

. . dents. Couple the brake pedals together and
always drive at a safe speed. Do not allow tractor to
coast downhill. Always keep clutch engaged and
transmission in gear. Difterential Lock Pedal
PARKI NG THE TRACTOR Your tractor may be equipped with a differential

lock that will turn both rear wheels at the same
To park the tractor, completely stop the tractor. speed . This prevents the usual loss of power when
Move the gear shift lever into any gear position . Then one wheel is slipping.
move the range shift lever into park (P) position .
A CAUTION: Do not operate the tractor at high
To shift from park, first move the range shift lever . . speeds or attempt to turn the tractor with the
slightly to the left , and then pull the lever back into
differential lock engaged.
neutral.
To engage the differential lock, depress the operat-
If the tractor is parked on a steep incline, place the ing pedal located on the left side of transmission
gear shift lever in the 1-5 gear position to facilitate case . Unequal traction will keep the lock engaged.
shifting out of park . When traction is equalized , the pedal will disengage
itself by spring action .
If rear wheels slip, then get traction, then slip

again, hold the pedal in the engaged position .
POWER STEERING FRONT WHEEL TREAD

The tractor is equipped with power steering to Your tractor may be equipped with a heavy duty,
make steering and control of the tractor easier for the straight, or swept-back adjustable front axle . The fol-
operator. I n case of oil pressure failure, the tractor lowing chart lists the wheel tread ranges for different
can be steered manually. types of front axles .
HYDRAULIC BRAKES
Axle Type Tire Size Wheel Treads
The tractor is equipped with full hydraulic brakes.
Swept-back 6 .00-16 49 to 74 inches*
7.5L-15 79 inches maximum
7.50-16 with wheels reversed
27/9 .5-15 50 to 75 inches*
Straight 5.00-16 49 to 75 inches* *

7.5L- 15 81 inches maximum
Extra wide 6.00-16 60 to 88 inches* *

straight 7.5L-15 93 inches maximum
Heavy duty 7.5L-15 53 to 73 inches* * *

adjustable 7.50-16
9 .5L-15
11 L-15 55 to 75 inches* * *
* Adjustable in 1.89-inch steps.

* * Adjustable in 2-inch steps .
Brake Pedals
* * * Adjustable in 4-inch steps.
To assist in making sharp turns, apply the brakes
individually or, to stop the tractor, apply both brakes
simultaneously. When traveling at high speeds, cou-
ple the pedals together and use a light pressure on
the pedals .
h CAUTION: Fast driving causes many acci-

. . dents. Couple the brake pedals together and
always drive at a safe speed.
TOWED LOADS
h CAUTION: Towed loads that weigh more than
. . twice the weight of tractor should have brakes.
If not, reduce speed and avoid inclines.
Front Wheel Tread Adjustment
HYDRAULIC OIL SUPPLY (Heavy Duty Axle)
On tractors without independent PTO avoid pro-

longed disengagement of the transmission or PTO
clutch , which controls transmission oil pump opera-
tion. Disengaging the clutch for longer periods re-
duces the supply of pressure oil for hydraulic func-
tions .
To adjust the front axle tread, raise the front end of rear. Front measurement should be 1/8 to 3/8 inch
tractor just enough to remove the tractor weight from less than rear measurement.
tires. Remove the axle bolts and the outside tie rod
clamp bolts. To adjust, loosen both clamps on each tie rod tube.
Slide the axle knees in or out to desired position. Turn both tie rod tubes an equal amount until toe-in is
Be sure that axle knee and tie rod end are moved the correct. Both front wheels must have equal toe-in.
same distance to keep the wheels in correct position . Tighten inner and outer tie rod clamps to 55 ft-Ib
The outside tie rod clamp bolt can only be installed in torque.
clamp when " half-circle" notches on bottom side of
tie rod end are in line with hole in clamp. The half-cir- Front Wheel Retainers
cle notches are spaced 1-inch apart to correspond
Periodically check the tightness of the front wheel
with the 1-inch bolt hole spacing in axle. Heavy-duty
hub cap screws. If necessary, retighten wheel-to-hub
front axles use a two-inch spacing on tie rod end to
screws evenly to 100 ft-Ibs.
correspond with the two-inch bolt hole spacing in
axle. Normally, both axle knees should be positioned
IMPORTANT: During break-in, retighten all front
an equal distance from the center line of tractor.
wheel retainers evenly after the first 4 hours and
again after 8 hours of operation. Check tightness of
After axle knees have been moved to the desired
retainers frequently during the first 100 hours of oper-
position, install axle bolts using a 4-inch bolt spacing
ation.
in maximum tread width position, and a 6-inch bolt
spacing in all other positions. Tighten axle bolts to
REAR WHEEL TREAD
300 ft-Ib torque , and tighten the outside tie rod clamp
bolts to 60 ft-Ib torque. Check toe-in adjustment. CAUTION: NEVER operate tractor with a loose
IMPORTANT: Do not separate axle knees beyond

A wheel, rim, or hub.
limits given in tread chart on previous page. Do not Rear wheel tread may be varied by changing the
unscrew threaded portion of tie rod tube beyond sec- rim or wheel position. The method used for changing
ond hole. Tractors being operated with heavy front the wheel tread will depend upon whether the tractor
end ·Ioads (such as a loader) should not have front has a rack and pinion or a flanged axle; demountable
wheels reversed. rim, steel disk, cast, or power adjusted wheels.
Toe-In Adjustment The tread ranges also vary with the type of wheel
and axle used. Use the charts on the following pages
for rear wheel tread specifications.
h CAUTION: Do not remove fenders to obtain

. . narrower tread settings.
R 2l5t1
Correct Toe-In
Toe-in of the front wheels should be 1/8 to 3/8

inch .
To check toe-in, turn the steering wheel until the
Center of Tractor
front wheels point straight ahead, parallel to the cen-
ter line of the tractor . Measure the distance from tire Measure the distance from the center of the tractor
to tire, first at the front of the tires and then at the to the center of the rear tire. This distan.c e should be
the same for both sides of the tractor .
Adjusting Wheel on Rack and Pinion Axle Adjust the other wheel in the same manner. Nor-
mally , both wheels are set the same distance from
the tractor center line. AFTER driving tractor for ap-
proximately 20 revolutions of the wheel and BEFORE
working, retighten the special bolts to 300 ft-Ibs
.-
WE IGHT REFERENCE torque . After working tractor for approximately 3
PINION • hours and again at 10 hours, retighten the special
(../ RACK bolts and keep them tight.
Changing Rim Position on Cast Wheel

The rim is held to the wheel by clamps that engage
one of the two raised rings around the inside of the
rim. Tread adjustment is varied by bolting the clamps
to either side of the wheel or by engaging the clamps
to either one of the two raised rings on the rim . This
gives four possible rim positions on the wheel.
To adjust rim position on the wheel, jack up the

tractor to relieve weight on the tire. Remove clamps
and shift rim or wheel to the desired position. Install
the clamps and tighten evenly (170 ft-Ibs torque). Be
sure the clamps on the wheel driving lugs engage the
Rack and Pinion Adjustment
rim driving lugs (see illustration).
Turning a pinion gear in the wheel hub that en-
gages a rack on the axle moves this type of wheel in
or out. See the illustration . This adjustment may be
made with one or two wheel weights installed.
With the rack on top of the axle, loosen the three

special bolts 3/8 inch . Loosen the tapered sleeve by
turning the two jack screws clockwise until the inner
edge of the hex. surface is flush with the hub surface.
Jack up the tractor and turn the pinion gear to slide
the wheel in or out on the axle.
IMPORTANT: Tires or weights should have at least

one inch clearance with the fenders. Setting the
R 21394
wheels too close to the rear axle housing may dam-
age the pinion when the hub is tightened. To avoid DISH IN 50 " 58" 54"
(Flanged)
this, adjust the wheel to the innermost position until DISH IN
the pinion contacts the end of the rack. Then back up (Rack & Pin) 50" - 68" 56" - 76" 55 " - 75" 63" - 83"
until the wheel has moved outward at least 1 IS-inch DISH OUT 66" 74" 70 " 78 "
( Flanged)
or more if needed for fender clearance. Rack on axle
must be up.
DISH OUT
(Rack & Pin) 65" - 8 1" 73" - 89" 7 2" - 88" 80" - 96"
Adjusting Rim Position on Cast Wheel (Flanged Axle Shown)
After the desired tread is obtained, back the jack
screws all the way out against the stop. Do not force. NOTE: To prevent interference with the fender,
Lubricate the threads and tighten the special bolts to minimum tread for 13.6-28 tires is 50 inches ; for
300 ft-Ibs torque. Retighten bolts several times until 13.6-38 tires , 58 inches ; for 14.9 tires, 54 inches; for
all three bolts stay tightened to 300 ft-Ibs torque. The 15.5 tires , 58 inches ; and for 16.9 tires, 62 inches.
jack screws must be free to turn after the hub is tight-
ened . If necessary , back the jack screws out a little
further and retighten special bolts .
Hammer each bolt head to seat the bolts. Retight-

en the clamps securely. Adjust both rear wheels in
the same manner. After a few hours service, RE-
TIGHTEN the clamps and keep them tight (170
ft-Ibs) .
Reversing Cast Wheel on Axle

Rear wheel tread may be varied by reversing the
dish of the wheels.
Jack up the tractor and remove the complete

wheel assembly. Install wheel on opposite axle. This
will reverse the dish of the wheel and maintain the
proper direction of tire rotation.
On a flanged axle, tighten the wheel-to-axle screws

to 130 ft-Ibs torque . After a few hours of service, re-
tighten the wheels and keep them tight.
Power Adiusted Rear Wheels
On a rack and pinion axle, tighten the special bolts
to 300 ft-Ibs torque using the same tightening and re- 5. Tighten nuts (B) on wheel clamps evenly to 85
tightening procedure given on page 14. ft-Ibs torque .
6. Adjust tread on second wheel in the same way

Power Adjusted Rear Wheels
as above.
Power adjusted rear wheels make it possible to
change rear wheel treads by engine power without IMPORTANT: Retighten wheel clamps to 85 ft-Ibs
jac~ing up the tractor. Power adjusted tread settings torque after 8 hours of operation.
of 52 to 72 inches with 14.9-28 rear tires or 52 to 77
inches with 16.9-28 rear tires are available in 4-inch
steps. Rear wheel treads up to 80 inches are avail-
able by reversing the wheel on the axle as described
above for cast wheels or on page 16 for steel wheels.
To decrease the rear wheel tread, use the following

steps.
1. Move stop (A) to desired position.
2. Loosen nuts (B) on wheel clamps.
3. Start tractor and shift into forward or reverse

gear (to get correct wheel rotation). Brake opposite
side and turn wheel until disk spirals on rail and en-
whatever you do-
gages stop (A).
4. Move stop (C) against wheel clamp and tighten

it securely.
YOU~E GOING.
R 224 7
Demountable Rims on Steel Disk Steel Disk Rear Wheels (RU)

Rear Wheels
Tread settings in 4-inch steps are obtained by three
methods : (1) By dishing the wheel disk inward or
outward on the hub, (2) by placing the rim inside or
outside the wheel disk, or (3) by reversing the rim.
When reversing the wheel rims, the rims must be

changed from one side of the tractor to the other .
Tighten the wheel disk-to-axle hub bolts 'to 100 ft-Ib
torque, and the rim-to-wheel disk bolts to 170 ft-Ib
torque .
The relationship of the rear wheel disk and rim in

obtaining the different tread settings is shown in the
following drawings. Studying these drawings before
attempting to change tread settings will save time and
unnecessary labor. R 21395 56" 68"
Steel Disk Rear Wheel Treads
Tread settings of 56 or 68 inches can be obtained

by reversing the wheels . Change the wheels from one
side of the tractor to the other to maintain proper tire
rotation . Tighten wheel disk-to-axle bolts evenly to
100 ft-Ibs torque.
WHEELS
DISHED
IN
52" TREAD 56" TREAD 60" TREAD
R 21574 64" TREAD 68" TREAD 72" TREAD 76" TREAD
Demountable Rim Rear Wheel Tread Settings

TIRES BALLAST
Properly inflated tires are important to the opera- The safety and performance of your tractor will be
tion of your tractor. The amount of air pressure to be improved by the correct amount of front and rear bal-
carried in the front and rear tires depends upon the last.
implement used with the tractor and the amount of
ballast employed . Rear Ballast
The amount of rear ballast should permit operation
Keep the tires inflated according to the recommen-
with approximately 10 to 15 percent slip of the rear
dations shown in the charts. Under-inflated tires
wheels . Field tests show that under normal field con-
break and wear out rapidly. Over-inflated tires reduce
ditions maximum drawbar horsepower is available
traction and increase wheel slippage .
when operating in this range.
INFLATION CHARTS
Front Tires
Inflation Pressure
With Towed or With Max. Ballast
Tire Ply Rear-Mounted or Front-Mounted
Size Rating Implement Implement
6.00-16 4 24 psi. 32 psi. I NCORRE CT

7.5L-15
R 16 795 CORRECT INCORRECT
6 28 psi. 40 psi .
7.50-16 6 28 psi. 40 psi .
Tire Tread Patterns
9.5L-15 6 28 psi . 32 psi .
11 L-15 6 24 psi. 28 psi .
27/9 .5-15 4 25 psi. 25 psi. If too much rear ballast is used, the tread marks
will be clear and distinct. Overballasting results in
Rear Tires less power available to pull the implement because
Inflation Pressure
more power is required to overcome tractor rolling
With Little or With Max. Ballast
Tire Ply No Added or Heavy Rear-
resistance. It will result in unnecessary soil compac-
Size Rating Ballast Mounted Implement tion, and may overload the tires. With too little rear
wheel ballast, the tread marks will be obliterated by
13 .6-28 4 14 psi. 14 psi.
13.6-38 excessive slippage which also results in horsepower
4 14 psi. 14 psi.
14.9-28 6 14 psi. 20 psi. loss and excessive tire wear.
15.5-38 6 18 psi. 20 psi .
16.9-24 6 16 psi. 18 psi. A compromise in ballasting may be necessary
16.9-28 6 16 psi. 18 psi. when the tractor is used to pull loads having different
16 .9-30 6 16 psi. 18 psi.
18.4-26 draft requirements. If the tractor is used most of the
6 16 psi. 16 psi.
time pulling high draft loads (such as plowing), bal-
last the tractor for this operation. However, if a large
amount of time is spent on light load work or in the
higher gears, more consideration should be given to
ballasting for the light operating condition and permit-
ting the slip to increase for the small amount of time
spent on high draft work .
Measuring Slippage
The following method may be used to measure rear
wheel slip.
1. Mark a reference line on the side of the tire .
Walk along side of the tractor while it is working and
drop a marker where the chalk mark comes down to
the ground.
2. Continue along side, count off 10 wheel revolu- Liquid Weight

tions, and again mark the spot where the chalk mark
Water and calcium chloride solution is an economi-
comes down to the ground.
cal means of adding weight to the wheels. This solu-
tion will not damage the tire if used in the proper pro-
3. With the implement out of the ground, drive the
portions. The addition of calcium chloride is recom-
tractor between the marked spots, again marking the
mended to prevent the water from freezing.
tire beside the marker on the ground . Count the wheel
revolutions between the markers on the ground, esti-
Use of this method of weighting the wheels has the
mating the last revolution as close as possible.
full approval of the tire companies. See your John
Deere dealer for this service. The following chart lists
4. Determine the percent of slip from the revolu-
the liquid weight each tire will hold when 75 percent
tions obtained in Step 3.
full (filled to valve level) .
Revolutions Percent Revolutions Percent
LlaUID WEIGHT PER TIRE
(from Step 3) of Slip (from Step 3) of Slip
(75 PERCENT FILLED)
10 0 8 20 Slush-Free Slush-Free Slush-Free

9- 1/2 5 7-1/2 25 at 13°F.; at -12°F.; at -53°F.;
9 10 7 30 Solid at -23°F. Solid at - 52° F. Solid at -62°F.
(Approx. 2 Lbs. (Approx. 3.5 Lbs. (Approx. 5 Lbs.
8-1/2 15
Tire CaCI 2 per Gal. CaCI 2 per Gal CaCI 2 per Gal.
Size Water) Water) Water)
Add or remove ballast as required to obtain approx-
imately 10 to 15 percent slip for the desired field op- 13.6-28 4051bs. 4401bs . 4671bs.
erating conditions . 13.6-38 4801bs. 5201bs. 5501bs .
14.9-28 5051bs. 5451bs. 5741bs.
Cast-Iron Weights 15.5-38 611 Ibs . 6461bs . 677 Ibs.
When additional weight is required, cast-iron 16.9-24 5801bs. 6151bs. 6541bs .
w~ights may be bolted to the outside of the rear
16.9-28 6501bs. 7001bs . 7471bs.
wheels . 16.9-30 612 Ibs. 6561bs . 6941bs.
18.4-26 7551bs. 8051bs . 8541bs.
Cast iron weights are available in 100, 110, and
140 lb. sizes. The number of weights that should be
used will depend on the operating conditions and the Front Ballast
tire carrying capacity. Refer to the next page for re-
Front ballast may be required for stability and
strictions listed under MAXIMUM BALLAST. See your
steering control when weight on the front wheels is
John Deere dealer for additional information.
transferred to the rear wheels, by implement action
through the hitch.
To install weights with the weight hand holds in the
horizontal position , the weight reference mark on the
Ballasting for Field Operation
wheel should be up (see illustration on page 14). To
obtain wrench clearance for adjusting wheel tread, The approximate total front tractor weight for nor-
install weights w ith the reference mark on the rim of mal field operation is as follows:
the weight next to the weight reference mark on the
wheel. 1. Approximately 113 of total tractor weight for
operation of integral implements or semi-integral im-
Before installing wheel weight, first install special plements.
bolts through wheel , and then install weight and tight-
en bolts . If installing a second weight on wheel, install 2. Approximately 114 of the total tractor weight for
bolts in slots provided in first weight, and rotate sec- operation of towed implements hitched to the tractor
ond weight (with respect to first weight) to align holes drawbar.
with bolts. Tighten bolts securely . Use the same pro-
cedure when install ing additional weights .
When plowing , best results are generally obtained

by plac ing more weight on the land wheel than on the
furrow wheel.
When the field load of towed or hitch-mounted im- SINGLE AND DOUBLE FRONT WEIGHTS
plements exceeds the pull available in 4th gear, addi-
Weights Required
tional front end weight is usually required for proper
Range of Implement Frame Weight (with Front End
control while work ing. Code Numbers* or without extension) Weights
0-81 No 0
Ballasting for Transport Operation 82-90 Yes 0
Add additional ballast if necessary for stability and 91-95 Yes 1
safety during transport of heavy integral implements . 96-100 Yes 2
Front end ballast may not always maintain the re- 101-105 Yes 3
qu ired stability if the tractor is driven too fast over 106-110 Yes 4
rough ground with heavy rear-mounted tools in the 111-115 Yes 5
raised position . Be careful and drive slowly under 116-120 Yes 6
these conditions. 121-125 Yes 7
Determining Ballast from Implement Code System * If tractor is equipped with a Ouik-Co upler, add 10 to the im ple-
m ent code number.
John Deere engineers have developed an imple-
ment code system which shows the tractor operator Determining Ballast Without Implement
how much front ballast is needed to provide adequate Code System
stability when transporting rear hitch-mounted imple- If your implement operator's manual does not show
ments. This coding system is applicable to John an implement code number , use the information giv-
Deere tractors (using John Deere weights mounted in en on ballasting in implement manual to achieve sta-
standard location) and implements currently being bility and steering control during transport.
manufactured .
Quik-Tatch Front Weights
To use this coding system , refer to the implement
operator 's manual ballast section to obtain the spe-
cial ballast code number which applies to the imple-
ment (and its attachments) being used. Determine
the number of weights required corresponding to the
code number from chart below . For example, say the
implement operator 's manual indicates that the im-
plement has a total code number of 103. Add 10 if
your tractor has a Ouik-Coupler . The adjusted imple-
ment code number for determining front ballast from
the chart is now 113. If Ouik-Tatch front weights are
selected, use the weight support and 6 Ouik-Tatch
front weights . If single front weights are selected , use
the frame weight and 5 front end weights. QU IK- TATCH
WE IGHT
QUIK-TATCH FRONT WEIGHTS R21396N
Weights Required Ouik-Tatch Front Weights

Implemenl
Code Number* Weight Support Weights One Ouik-Tatch weight support and up to 6 Ouik-
0-81 No None Tatch front weights may be added. The weight sup-
82-88 Yes None port weighs 75 pounds and each Ouik-Tatch weight
89-98 Yes 2 weighs 103 pounds .
99-108 Yes 4
109-118 Yes 6 I nstall the weight support first and tighten the at-
taching screws to 300 ft-Ibs torque. Install the Ouik-
Tatch weights in pairs with an equal number on each
side of the weight centering boss on the bottom of
weight support. Tighten the bolts to 170.ft-lbs torque .
Single Front Weights Maximum Ballast

Ballast should be limited by either the tire carrying
capacity or tractor operating capacity . Extra ballast
placed on the tractor should be removed when it is no
longer required .
Tire Carrying Capacity

The following charts list the maximum tire carrying
capacity (at 20 miles per hour) . These capacities
should not be exceeded .
RATED FRONT TIRE CARRYING CAPACITY
Ply Ply
Tire Rat- Tire Rat-
Frame Weight and One Front End Weight Size ing Weight Size ing Weight
Up to seven front end weights, plus the frame 6.00-16 4 10001bs . 9.5L-15 6 1700 Ibs .
weight , can be used on your tractor . Each front end 7.5L-15 6 15901bs. 11L-15 6 19101bs.
weight weighs approximately 85 pounds. See your 7.50-16 6 16501bs. 27/9 .5-15 4 1225 Ibs .
John Deere dealer for these weights . When more
than five front end weights are to be used , make a RATED REAR TIRE CARRYING CAPACITY
double stack as explained below .
Ply Ply
To install weights, first bolt the frame weight to Tire Rat- Tire Rat-
Size ing Weight Size ing Weight
front end of tractor . Then install carriage bolts in slot-
ted holes of frame weight and fasten the first front
end weight to frame weight. Rotate each weight 180
13.6-28 4 24201bs . 16.9-24 6 38001bs.
. degrees with respect to the preceding weight to line
13.6-38 4 28101bs . 16.9-28 6 40501bs.
up the mounting holes. Be sure to tighten bolts se-
14.9-28 6 35501bs . 16.9-30 6 41801bs .
curely .
15 .5-38 6 38901bs . 18.4-26 6 43901bs .
Double Front Weights
A frame weight extension is available from your IMPORTANT: After ballast has been added, be
dealer which permits installation of two rows of front sure tires are properly inflated for maximum service
end weights . life.
I nstall frame weight and extension . Follow instruc- Tractor Operating Capacity
tions given above under " Single Front Weights" for Avoid ballasting to pull heavy loads in the lower
installing front end weights . Be sure to tighten all gears (1st, 2nd , or 3rd) over long periods of time .
bolts securely . Tractor and tire life can be extended if the draft load
for continuous operation does not exceed 4th gear
capacity of the tractor .
THE WORLD1S BEST
S'afPI DEVICE
IS A
e~ OPERATOR
FENDERS Rear Combination Light

The combination red-white rear work light is
mounted on the rear of the left fender. It illuminates
implements at the rear of the tractor or glows red for
night highway travel. An extension for the work light is
available from your dealer to raise the light for better
illumination when using a Quik-Coupler or some rear-
mounted implements (page 28).
Tractor Warning Lamps

A flashing warning lamp is mounted on each fend-
er. The lamp glows amber to the front and rear. When
flashing lights are prohibited by local regulations, the
lamps should be wired to burn continuously when the
light switch is turned to the W, H, , or H2 position. See
page 62.
Fender Adiustment
The fenders may be moved in or out on the axle. Turn Signals

Remove the U-bolts and bolts and nuts securing the Turn signals are available from your dealer and
fender to the footrest. Slide the fenders in or out to they use the flashing warning lamps to indicate to the
the other set of notches on the rear axle housing. operators of other vehicles your intention to turn right
Tighten U-bolts. Match front of fenders with holes in or left. The turn signal lever is located at the lower left
footrest and replace those bolts and nuts. Be careful edge of the instrument panel.
not to damage wiring.
When the turn signal lever is pushed upward
pn tractors with row-crop fenders, the fenders may (clockwise rotation) to signal a right turn, the right-
also be adjusted up or down on the fender support by hand warning lamp flashes to signal a right turn and
removing the fender-to-fender support bolts, chang- the left-hand warning lamp burns steady . To signal a
ing fender position, and installing bolts . left turn, pull the turn signal lever downward.
LIGHTS After completing a turn, ALWAYS move the turn

signal lever to the center (off) position for normal
warning lamp operation.
Lights
Headlights
Your tractor may be equipped with headlights
mounted on the front of each fender.
Light Switch The head lights and the rear work light on your
tractor should be adjusted to illuminate the desired
working areas around the tractor. When driving on a
highway at night, adjust the headlights to comply with
local regulations. I n the absence of local regulations,
adjust the headlights so that at a distance of 25 feet,
the high intensity part of the beamed light should be
no higher than 5 inches below the center of the lamp
from which it comes; and none of the high intensity
portion of the beam should be directed to strike the
eyes of an approaching driver.
Electrical Outlet Socket

The electrical outlet socket (available from your
Light Switch
dealer) is located at the left rear of the rockshaft
housing, It provides a 12-volt, d.c. electrical current
The light switch is used to turn the tractor lights on
for plugging in warning lamps or electrical service
and off. The switch has five positions :
tools. The light switch must be in the H, or H2 posi-
tion in order to use the electrical outlet socket.
Off-To turn off all lights.
W-To turn on the warning lamps.
F-To turn on bright front lights and white rear Implement Warning Lamp
combination light. This lamp, which glows amber to the front and to
H , -To turn on bright front lights, red rear combi- the rear, mounts securely on the left-hand side of the
nation light, and amber tractor warning lamps. drawn implement. The lamp, which is equipped with a
H 2 -To turn on dim front lights, red rear combina- flasher, is available from your John Deere dealer.
tion light, and amber tractor warning lamps .
Plug the implement warning lamp into the electrical
Adjusting the Lights outlet socket at the rear of the tractor.
HIGHWAY DRIVING
1_ DISTA NCE BETWEEN I
r LAMP CENTERS I h When driving (or transporting) the tractor on a
EQUA L DISTA NCES . . road or highway at night or during the day, use
5 - IN.
accessory lights and devices for adequate warning to
the operators of other vehicles. In this regard, check
local governmental regulations. Various safety lights
and devices are available from your John Deere deal-
er.
When driving on the highway, be sure the lights are

adjusted so they will not blind the operator of an on-
,
GROUND I coming vehicle.
R 21656 N LEV EL
Always dim the tractor headlights when meeting a
Tractor Headlight Adjustment vehicle at night by turning the light switch to the H2
position .
Operation - Implement Hitch and Control 23
IMPLEMENT HITCH AND CONTROL SYSTEM

The implement hitch and control system on your Using Rockshaft Control Lever
tractor provides a quick and easy means for attaching
and lifting various implements and for controlling their
operation .
The system may include a hydraulically operated

rear rockshaft, a universal 3-point hitch with Quik-
Coupler, one or two hydraulic cylinders, a drawbar, or
a power take-off.
/). CAUTION: Escaping hydraulic oil under pres-

. . sure can have sufficient force to penetrate the
skin, causing serious personal injury. Before discon-
necting lines, be sure to relieve all pressure. Before
applying pressure to the system, be sure all connec-
tions are tight and that lines, pipes and hoses are not
damaged. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can
be almost invisible. Use a piece of cardboard or Rockshatt Control Lever
wood, rather than hands, to search for suspected
leaks. Move the rockshaft control lever at the right side of
the operator's seat to the rear to raise the implement.
If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Move the lever forward to lower the implement.
Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper The adjustable stop on the quadrant is used to pre-
medical treatment is not administered immediately. determine the depth setting of the rockshaft. After
operating for a few minutes to determine the desired
ROCKSHAFT position , set the stop knob to limit the forward travel
of the control lever . The implement will then return to
the exact depth each time it is lowered. To change
the position of the adjustable stop, unscrew the knob
and slide the stop to a new position. Then tighten the
knob .
The implement may be lowered further (without
moving the stop) by pushing the control lever out and
forward past the stop.
To obtain a "floating action" for rockshaft-con-
trolled implements with gauge wheels, push the rock-
shaft control lever all the way forward in the quadrant.
To prevent damage if a mounted PTO implement is
raised too high , a second stop may be installed on the
opposite side of the quadrant and to the rear of the
rockshaft control lever. When this height stop is no
longer needed, store it in the hole at the bottom of the
quadrant below the lower locking notch.
The rockshaft control lever may be locked in either
the raised position or the lowered position to prevent
Rockshatt and Universal 3-Point Hitch accidental lever movement. Simply move the friction
pin into the quadrant locking notch to secure the le-
The rockshaft, when used with the 3-point hitch, ver.
gives precision control of mounted implements . The
rockshaft control lever hydraul ically operates the Setting Rockshaft Selector Lever
rockshaft lift arms. Automatic load-and-depth sen-
The load-and-depth control system allows you to
sing is controlled by the rockshaft selector lever .
control the load and depth of rear-mounted imple-
ments in varying field conditions .
24 Operation - Implement Hitch and Control
Rockshatt Selector Lever
The rockshaft selector lever has three marked po-

sitions (see illustration) which select type of imple-
ment control. Two additional unmarked positions pro-
vide different load-and-depth sensitivities . R 18234
For a constant load on the tractor, place the selec- Negative Stop Screw (Tractors Without
tor lever in the lower " L" notch. In " Load" control, the Dual Independent PTO)
rockshaft automatically raises or lowers the hitch and
implements to maintain a constant load through var- If the rockshaft fails to raise completely when the
iations in soil density or ground contour. selector lever is in the " L" position, check the nega-
In "Depth" control, the implement attached to the tive stop screw adjustment. Loosen the lock nut and
3-point hitch will work at the depth selected by the turn the negative stop screw in until it just contacts
rockshaft control lever , regardless of the amount of the load control arm . Then back off the screw 1/3
pull required. turn on tractors with dual independent PTO , or on
The " Load and Depth " position is a combination of tractors without dual independent PTO, 1/4 turn .
" Load" and "Depth". In this position, the rockshaft Tighten lock nut.
will maintain a nearly uniform implement working
depth, but will also allow the hitch and implement to Adjusting Rate-of-Drop
raise or lower slightly, as soil conditions vary .
Load sensing for the system is accomplished
through the 3-point hitch draft links .
Adjusting Negative Stop Screw
Rockshaft Rate-at-Drop Adjustment
The rate at which the rockshaft and implement will

drop is controlled by the throttle valve located on top
of the rockshaft housing in front of the operator ' s
seat.
To adjust the throttle valve , loosen the lock nut and

turn the screw counterclockwise to increase the rate-
Negative Stop Screw (Tractors with of-drop , or clockwise to decrease' the rate-of-drop,
Dual Independent PTO)
Tighten the lock nut when the desired rate-of-drop is
obtained.
\
UNIVERSAL 3-POINT HITCH holes to accommodate the smaller 7/8-inch diameter

hitch pins. See your John Deere dealer for these
The 3-point hitch consists of a center link, draft
adapting parts.
links, and lift links . The rockshaft operates the 3-point
hitch.
Positioning Sway Blocks
Preparing Hitch for Category The sway blocks are used to limit sideways motion
1 or 2 Implement in the hitch and tool during operation and transport.
The blocks are marked "L" (left) and "R" (right) to
assure correct installation. Shims can also be added
between the sway block brackets and the transmis-
sion case to position the blocks out farther if more
limited sway motion is needed. See your John Deere
dealer for these shims.
R 18238
Category 2 Implement Hitch Dimensions

Sway Blocks Down (Category 1 Position)
Two classes of implements, referred to as category

When using category 1 implements, attach sway
1 and category 2, may be attached to a tractor with a
blocks with flat sides facing supports.
3-point hitch. Implements are grouped in these cate-
gories according to the dimensions of their hitch at-
taching points .
Distinguishing Category 1 Category 2

Dimensions Implement Implement
Diameter of hitch pins 7/8" 1-1/8"

Distance between
shoulders of hitch pin 26-7/8" 32-1/2"
Gap in top of mast 1-314" 2-1/16"
Diameter of holes in
top of mast 3/4" 1"
R /8239
The 3-point hitch on your tractor is normally

Sway Blocks Down (Category 2 Position)
equipped to attach directly to a category 2 imple-
ment. When using category 2 implements, attach sway
Before attaching a category 1 implement to the 3- blocks with narrow edge facing supports .
point hitch, install bushings in the draft link attaching
Attaching Implement to 3-Point Hitch

Set drawbar in the short position (page 34).
to left side if implement is short-coupled .
BE SURE ROCKSHAFT SELECTOR LEVER IS SET

IN THE UPPER "D" POSITION (see page 24).
Back up the tractor to line up hitch and imple

pins. Raise or lower the draft links using the roc
control lever, if necessary .
Sway Blocks in Upper Position To Permit Side Sway
For any implement, sway blocks can be mounted in

a " sway" or " no sway " position .
When you want implement to sway during opera-

tion, remove cap screw from each sway block and
rotate block upward on dowel pin as shown above .
(Sway is locked out only when implement is raised for
transport. )
If you want implement to trail accurately, lock out

sway by pivoting blocks down on the supports.
Extending Draft Link Rearward
Before attaching an implement to the 3- point hitch ,
make sure the sway blocks are installed properly. Telescoping Draft Links: Place range shift lever in
Refer to the implement operator's manual for proper park " P. " Lift up on lock pins and extend links to rear
sway block location . for hooking up to implement.
Regular Draft Links : Back up tractor until links

exactly match pins. Place range shift lever in park
" p. "
Slip draft link sockets over implement hitch pins.

Lock with Quik-Lock pins (stored on lift links) .
Lock telescoping draft links in place by backing up

tractor and working hitch up and down using the
rockshaft control lever. Snap lock pins into place.
Attaching Center Link

Unhook center link from transport ·bracket and
drop it into implement mast. If necessary pull up ad-
justing handle (page 27) and rotate center link body.
Keep length of center link within limits shown in chart
on page 27. After adjusting, push handle down over
square neck of forward link end to lock handle and to
prevent rotation.
R 2.250
Approved Length Limits for Adjustable Hitch Links

(Measured Between Centers of Attaching Pins)
Minimum Maximum
Type (inches) (inches)
Lift Links 23-3/8 28

(Regular)
Lift Links (with Telescoping 21-3/8 26-1/8

Draft Links and 24, 26 or
28 inch Rear Tires)
Adjusting Center Link Lift Links (with Telescoping 22-1/8 26-7/8

If implement will interfere with the strap between Draft Links and 30 or
the lift links, store the strap by unhooking it from the 38 inch Rear Tires
left-hand lift link and hooking that end in the hole at
the top of the right-hand lift link (see illustration be- Center Link 23-5/16 28-1/2
low) . . .
NOTE: The lift link dimensions given above are with
Raise the implement slowly and check for any in - float locked out.
terference. Make adjustments if necessary. Set the
height stop when required to prevent damage to Adjusting for Lateral Float
mounted PTO-driven machine linkage.
Move the rockshaft selector lever to "L" or " LD "

position if required by the implement .
Adju~ting Lift Links
Lateral Float Adjustment
Provision is made to allow for lateral float of imple-

ments equipped with gauge wheels, permitting one
side of the implement to follow the ground contours
utt Links
without affecting the other side.
Adjust the lift links to level the implement from side
to side, or to provide more transport clearance or ex- To adjust for float, remove the pin securing the lift
tra working depth. link to the draft link. Turn the steel plate 1/4 turn , as
shown above , and reinstall pin and cotter pin .
To adjust the right lift link, raise adjusting handle
and rotate it. Then drop handle into the lock as
shown.
The left lift link is adjustable by removing lower pin

and screwing in or out on yoke end .
Keep the length of the lift links and center link with-
in the limits shown in the following chart to avoid
damage to hitch parts.
Leveling the Implement Attaching Implement to Quilc-Coupler

I nstall the two adapters which are used with the
To level the implement LATERALLY (from side to
Quik-Coupler on the ends of the implement hitch pins,
side), adjust the length of a lift link . After making the
with the large parts outward . Secure the adapters
adjustment, make sure the handle is locked down in
with the spring pins provided.
place.
Lift the latches to the vertical position to lock them
To level the implement FORE-AND-AFT, adjust the in the released position. Lower the hitch assembly
length of the center link. See the implement opera- until the attaching hooks are lower than the imple-
tor's manual for the recommended adjustments . ment hitch pins.
Back the tractor up until the implement hitch pins
Quik-Coupler enter the lower hooks and the upper hook is behind
The Quik-Coupler provides a fast, easy means for the pin between the sides of. the implement mast.
attaching an integral category 2 implement to the uni- Slowly raise the rockshaft to engage the implement.
versal 3-point hitch without getting off the tractor . The Push inward on the handles so that the latch handles
Quik-Coupler and adapters are available from your are horizontal against the coupler frame to lock the
John Deere dealer. implement to the coupler.
Installing Quik-Coupler on 3-Point Hitch A CAUTION: When the latches are properly
locked, the latch handles will be horizontal and
With an implement mast ball installed on the Quik- "against the coupler frame.
Coupler, install the coupler on the 3-point hitch draft Removing Implement from Quik-Coupler
links and center link as shown. To remove most implements; raise the rockshaft
far enough to reach the latches . Raise the handles to
the vertical position to lock them in the released posi-
tion . Lower the implement to the ground.
Continue lowering hitch and coupler until the cou-
pler hooks clear the implement mast and hitch pin
adapters . Drive the tractor forward away from the
implement.
CAUTION: Do not stand between the tractor

Quik-Coup/er A and implement unless the range shift lever is in
park (P) position to hold the tractor stationary.
Removing the Universal 3-Point Hitch REMOTE HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS
Double-Acting Remote Cylinder

SPRING
LOCK ING
PIN
I
R 5205
Hydraulic Stop Remote Hydraulic Cylinder
' Your tractor may be equipped to operate 1, or 2

double-acting remote hydraulic cylinders. The cylin-
ders are connected by hoses to the breakaway cou-
plers or disconnect couplers at the rear of the tractor,
and are operated by oil from the main hydraulic
3-Point Hitch Removal
pump. Pressure oil from the pump is directed to the
The 3-point hitch can be removed , when neces- couplers by the selective control valves located on
sary, as follows: the right-hand side of the operator 's seat. The remote
cylinders may be operated individually or simulta-
Remove cotter pin , pin, and collar from the load neously.
control shaft and remove the draft links.
A lever lock is available for the selective control
IMPORTANT: Place the collars and pins back on valve to lock the lever in the engaged position for
the load control shaft to prevent accidental shaft continuous operation. See your John Deere dealer to
removal. obtain lever lock .
Detach the top end of each lift link from the rock- Using Remote Cylinder Operating
shaft arms by removing the attaching pins and lift link Levers
attaching pins from the rockshaft lift arms . Remove
the draft links with lift links.
Detach the center link from the tractor by removing

the "Quik-Lock " pin and pulling out the center link
attaching pin. Then pull the center link adjusting han-
dle out of the transport lock to remove the center link
from the tractor .
THE WORLD'S BEST
S+o/ DEVICE Remote Cylinder Operating Lever
IS A On dual units the inner remote cyl inder operating

lever controls the remote cylinder connected to the
e~ OPERATOR
left-hand coupler and the outer lever operates the cyl-
inder attached to the right-hand coupler . Each lever
x 1284
has six operating positions:
Neutral. Move lever to center position .

Slow Extend. Move lever slightly to the rear from

neutral. The lever must be held until the desired ad-
justment is reached. I n most applications , this will
raise the implement.
Fast Extend. Move lever all the way to the rear. The
lever will remain in this position until the end of the
piston stroke when it will automatically return to the
neutral position .
Slow Retract. Move lever slightly forward from neu-

tral. The lever must be held until the desired adjust-
ment is reached. I n most applications , this will lower
the implement.
Fast Retract. Move lever forward to the first detent

position . The lever will remain in this position until the
end of the piston stroke when it will automatically re-
turn to the neutral position.
Float. To obtain the float position, remove the stop Adjusting Rate of Operation
plate , turn it over, and reinstall. By turning the lever
stop plate , each lever may be moved all the way for - The maximum rate of operation for each remote
ward to the float position to permit the implement to cylinder can be increased or decreased by turning the
follow the ground contour . The lever will lock in the metering valve arm on the selective control valve.
float position until moved to a new position. This adjustment controls the maximum flow of oil
through the selective control valve to the remote cyl-
inder or hydraulic equipment.
Adjusting Remote Cylinder
Lever Position
The control levers are adjustable to two positions .
The second position places the lever knobs approxi-
mately 6 inches forward of the normal position for
convenience in certain operations such as during
front end loader work . To adjust the levers, remove
the lever arm cap screw, move the lever to the other
position, and replace the cap screw.
h CAUTION: Excessive operating speed may

"cause damage or injury. Full extension or reo
traction of the cylinder should require at least two
seconds.
Turn the metering valve arm on the selective con-

trol valve clockwise to increase the flow of oil or
counterclockw ise to decrease it.
Connecting Hoses to Breakaway Removing Hoses From Breakaway

Couplers Couplers
To remove a remote cyl inder hose from the breaka-
way coupler, pull the hose rearward from the coupler .
The coupler lever will automatically move to the rear-
ward position.
After the remote cylinder hoses are removed , in-

sert the dust plugs in the receptacles and place the
dust caps on the hose ends.
Connecting Hoses to Disconnect

Couplers
Remote Cylinder Hose Connection to Breakaway

Coupler
Breakaway couplers at the rear of the tractor are

used to couple or uncouple remote cylinder hoses
under pressure without loss of oil, regardless of
whether or not the tractor engine is running. They
also safeguard the hoses by permitting them to be
pulled loose from the tractor without damage if a Rear Disconnect Couplers
drawn implement should become disconnected from
The disconnect couplers provide the same function
the tractor .
as the breakaway couplers. However, they do not of-
Remove the dust plugs. Remove the dust covers fer the safeguard of permitting the hoses to be pulled
from the hose ends and store them on the coupler loose from the tractor without damage if a drawn im-
dust plugs. Always be sure the hose ends and the plement should become disconnected from the trac-
coupler receptacles are free from dirt before con- tor. These couplers may be located on the rear of the
necting the hoses. tractor.
I nsert the hose end with groove into the right-hand
Remove the dust plugs from the coupler and the
receptacle with notch and the hose from the stop rod
cups from the hose ends. Be sure hose ends and
side of cylinder into the left-hand receptacle. (Moving
coupler receptacles are free from dirt before con-
the remote cylinder operating .Iever forward pressur-
necting the hoses .
izes the right-hand receptacle.) Move the coupler
operating levers until they are at a right angle to the
Remove load from remote cylinder and relieve the
hoses. This lifts the valves in the hose end and the
pressure on the disconnect coupler by stopping the
receptacle off their seats and permits oil to flow.
engine and moving the remote cylinder operating lev-
When the remote cylinder operating lever is moved er back and forth.
rearward, the implement will normally rise if hoses
are properly attached. Push in on knurled ring on coupler and insert hose
into receptacle . Release knurled ring. Be sure the
ring fully returns to its original position.
I nsert the hose from the stop rod side of the cylin- inder is removed. Be sure to disengage the locking
der into the left-hand receptacle . device before attempting to operate the remote cylin-
der. See your implement operator's manual.
When the remote cylinder operating lever is
pushed to the rear , the implement w ill normally rise if Adjusting Remote Cylinder Stop
the hoses are properly attached .
The remote hydraulic cylinder is equipped with an
adjustable stop so that its working stroke may be ad-
Removing Hoses From Disconnect
justed to the requirements of the implement.
Couplers
Relieve the pressure on the coupler by stopping the Hydraulic Stop Remote Cylinder
engine , lowering implement, and moving the remote
cyl inder operating lever back and forth .
Push the coupler sleeve back and pull the hose

from the coupler.
After the remote cylinder hoses are removed , in-

sert the dust plugs in the receptacles and on the hose Hydraulic Stop Remote Cylinder
ends.
The total fast retract stroke may be varied from 0 to
8 inches .
Bleeding Remote Cylinder
If the hoses have been disconnected from a re- To adjust the piston stroke, lift the stop lever anc
mote cylinder , connect the hose with grooved coupler slide the adjustable stop along the piston rod to the
end to the cylinder port with a notch . When connect- desired position : ' Press the stop lever down to clamp
ing a cylinder with trapped air (a new cylinder , one the stop securely on the rod. If the stop does not
that was out of service, or one that had the hoses dis- clamp securely, lift the stop lever and rotate it clock-
connected) , be sure to bleed the remote cylinder . wise before locking it in place.
With the hoses connected to the couplers, position
the cylinder with the hose ends up and extend and NOTE: Be sure that the adjustable stop is clamped
retract the cylinder seven or eight times to remove securely and is positioned so that the stop lever will
the air. Check the transmission-hydraulic system oil not contact the stop rod arm.
level.
Attaching Remote Cylinder to

Implement
To install a remote hydraulic cylinder on most im-
plements , remove the spring locking pins and pull the
attaching pins. Set the cylinder in place and install the
attaching pins and locking pins.
Many implements have a locking device to hold

implement in transport position when the remote cyl-
Operation - Imp.'ement Hitch and Control 33
Single-Acting Remote Cylinder To connect or disconnect the single-acting remote

cylinder , follow the same procedure as outlined on
If your tractor is not equipped with a selective con-
page 31 for double-acting cylinders.
trol valve, but has a rockshaft , a remote cylinder con-
tro l is available from your John Deere dealer. De- IMPORTANT: The hydraulic system has a stand-by
signed to operate one single-acting remote cylinder pressure of 2250 pSi. This may damage some single-
only , this option utilizes the control system and oil acting remote cylinders. Check manufacturer's spec-
supply from the rockshaft. A single disconnect cou- ifications before using these cylinders.
pler is connected to the left side of the rockshaft
housing by a steel pressure line. The rockshaft con-
Operating Single-Acting Remote
trol lever on the right side of the operator's seat is
Cylinder
used to operate the remote cylinder .
Securing 3-Point Hitch For Remote

Cylinder Operation With Rockshaft
Using Rockshaft Control Lever to Operate Single-Acting

Remote Cylinder
Place the rockshaft selector lever in "load control"

(L) .
Position the rockshaft control lever so remote cyl-

inder will neither extend nor retract. This is the rock-
shaft control lever neutral position . Set the adjustable
Securing 3-Point Hitch stop against the forward edge of the control lever at
this point as shown .
For proper operation of a single-acting remote cyl-
inder with the rockshaft control valve, the 3-point To extend the cylinder. move the rockshaft control
hitch must be removed or secured in the completely lever rearward . The cylinder will continue to extend
raised position . until the cylinder piston reaches the end of its stroke
or the control lever is returned manually to the stop
Using the clip, tie, and special pin available from (neutral position) .
your John Deere dealer, secure the 3-point hitch in
the raised position as shown above. Also set the rock- To retract the cylinder, move the lever forward past
shaft selector lever in " load control " (L) . the stop. The cylinder will continue to retract until the
load on the single-acting cylinder is released , the cyl-
NOTE: If tractor is equipped with a 3-point hitch inder reaches the end of its stroke, or the control lev-
drawbar (page 34) , the special parts described above er is returned manually to the neutral pos ition .
are not necessary as the hitch drawbar secures the 3-
point hitch. In this case, the rockshaft selector lever
may be placed in " load control" (L) or " depth con-
trol" (0) . Use " depth control" whenever a load is
placed on the hitch drawbar.
DRAWBAR 3-Point Hitch Drawbar

The drawbar is used to hitch drawn implements to
the tractor. Use the drawbar to pu ll towed lo ads only.
Attach integral equipment to the 3-point hi tch or tb
the Quik-Coupler.
Swinging Drawbar
R 21042 H IT CH
3-Point Hitch Drawbar
A drawbar is available which mounts on the 3-point

hitch draft links and is held in a fixed position as
shown . It can be used to haul light loads such as a
wagon. This draw bar cannot be used with PTO-driven
implements as it does not meet SAE-PTO require-
Drawbar ments.
The drawbar adjustments and th e adjustments on

POWER TAKE-OFF
most drawn implements enable th e ope rator to obta in
a correct line of draft which · is ess entia l to obtaining a
minimum amount of rear wheel sli ppage and the full
amount of drawbar pull without ra ising the front
wheels.
To change drawbar horizontal adjust ment , move
the locking pins and " Quik-Tatch" pin s to another
hole in the crossbar.
Vertical adjustment (tractor with offset drawbar) is

made by turning the drawbar over.
R 21432
Rear Po wer Take-Off
Drawbar Pivot Pin
Make lengthwise adjustments by plac ing the draw-

bar pivot pin in another hole. To remove the drawbar
pivot pin, remove the "Quik-Tatch" pin, and then
remove the drawbar pivot pin with handle. Move
drawbar forward or rearward to th e desired posi tion.
Insert pivot pin and install "Quik-Tatc h" pin from front
of tractor.
Operation - Implement Hitch And Control 35
Your tractor may be equipped with either a contin- To engage the PTO, completely depress the clutch
uous-running PTO or an independent PTO. The PTO pedal (momentarily waiting for tractor motion to stop)
may be either a single 540-rpm or a dual 540-1000- and move the PTO .selector lever to the "ON" posi-
rpm PTO, with a 1000-rpm mid-shaft available with tion. With the engine running, slowly engage the
the dual option. clutch pedal.
IMPORTANT: Disengage PTO clutch at pedal be-
fore shifting PTO selector lever. PTO lever must be in
fully engaged or "ON" position to avoid excessive
spline wear. Always disconnect rear or mid PTO stub
shafts when not in use.
To have PTO continue in operation, with tractor
stopped, depress the clutch pedal to the PTO operat-
ing position. This disengages the engine clutch
(tractor forward motion stops) and allows the PTO to
continue operating . Depressing the clutch pedal all
the way down stops PTO operation.
To disengage the PTO, completely depress the

clutch pedal and shift the selector lever to the "OFF"
position .
PTO Selector Levers (Tractors with Rear and Mid PTO ) NOTE: If tractor is equipped with a mid PTO it may
be desirable to operate either the mid or rear PTO
Continuous-Running PTO independently of the other. This may be done by using
The single 540-rpm or dual 540- 1000-rpm continu- the selector levers to disconnect one or the other.
ous-running PTO has its own clutch and gear train
and its operation is independent of the transmission. Independent PTO
The continuous-running PTO runs only when the PTO
The single 540-rpm or dual 540-1000-rpm inde-
clutch (controlled by foot clutch pedal) is engaged .
pendent PTO is hydraulically operated and has its
own gear train. Its operation is independent of the
transmission. The unit runs whenever the engine is
running and the PTO control lever is engaged.
Continuous-Running PTO Clutch Pedal Positions

Independent PTO Control Lever
A dual stage clutch (for PTO operation and engine

To engage the independent PTO, move the control
disconnect) is used on all tractors except those hav-
lever forward . To disengage the PTO, move the lever
ing a reverser to provide continuous PTO operation .
rearward.
Tractors equipped with a reverser and a continuous-
running PTO use a single stage clutch .
A hydraulic PTO brake prevents PTO shaft rotation 540 RPM

STUB SHAFT
when lever is in disengaged position.
/'). CAUTION: The PTO brake is intended to stop
. . only the PTO shaft, not the implement to which
it is attached. When stopping PTO machines with
large inertial loads, idle the engine to reduce PTO
speed before disengaging the PTO clutch . .
On units with mid PTO , selector levers located on

the left side of the tractor (see illustration , page 35)
allow operation of either the mid or rear PTO indepen-
dent of each other .
IMPORTANT: Always disengage independent PTO
control lever before shifting selector levers. Do not
hold lever in a partially engaged or disengaged posi- R 18258
tion for extended periods of time.
Removing PTO Guard Two PTO stub shafts are provided

Remove the PTO guard only when the power take- units . For 540 rpm operation , a 6-spline shaft is used;
off shaft is to be used. for 1000 rpm operation, a 21-spline shaft is used (see
To remove the guard, twist it counterclockwise . illustrations) .
/'). CAUTION: Always install guard on the power
. . take-off when the PTO is not being used. To change dual speed power take-off to a new
speed , remove cap screws or snap ring fastening the
Removing Master Shield stub shaft to the pilot and remove shaft from tractor .
/'). CAUTION: Remove the master shield only Clean all dirt and foreign material from stub shaft .
. . when necessary. Be sure that it is in place I nstall desired stub shaft and secure with cap screws
when the PTO guard is removed. or snap ring . Tighten cap screws (if used) to 35 ft-Ibs
When attach ing an implement , it may be necessary torque .
to remove the master shield at the rear of the tractor .
Remove the attaching cap screws and lift shield away
from tracto r.
Converting Rear PTO Speed

(Dual Speed Only)
/'). CAUTION: Always make sure the tractor en-

. . gine is stopped and the PTO is disengaged
before attempting to clean out a PTO-driven machine
or before attempting to adjust or connect the imple-
ment hitch, or power take-off.
Continuo us- Running PTO Stub Shafts
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement BELT PULLEY
Belt Pulley Installed on Tractor
Belt pulleys are available for either 540 rpm or

1000 rpm application of the PTO . The pulleys have a
Dra wb ar Adiustment For PTO-Driven Implement
diameter of 12 inches and are 8-112 inches wide .
A CAUTION: The engine must be stopped when When the engine is at rated PTO speed (2100 rpm) ,
. . attaching an implement to the PTO shaft. the belt pulley rotates at 985 rpm and the belt travel
speed is 3100 feet per minute.
When the rear power take-off is to be used , lock
the drawbar (using Quik-Tatch pins and locking pins) I MPORTANT: Remove 3-point hitch links, left-
directly below the rear PTO shaft. When an offset hand sway block and sway block support before oper-
drawbar is used , position the offset down . ating the belt pulley.
If. the rear power take-off is to be operated at 540 To install or remove a belt , back up the tractor to
rpm , the hole in the draw bar end MUST be secured provide slack .
14 inches behind the end of the PTO shaft .
A CAUTION: Never use a stick to force a belt on
or off a revolving pulley. Never put on or take
If the rear power take-off is to be operated at 1000
rpm, the hole in the end of the drawbar MUST be se- off a belt while pulley is in motion.
cured 16 inches behind the end of the PTO shaft.
After backing the tractor into belt, be sure to set
the range shift lever in the park (P) position . Engage
With the engine stopped and the PTO selector lever
in the " OFF " or disengaged position , attach the PTO- rear PTO and start belt load slowly.
driven implement to the tractor. After the PTO drive is
connected , lock the implement shaft to the tractor NOTE: Static electricity from belt pulley operation
PTO shaft. can be prevented by hanging a chain from the draw-
bar, allowing it to contact the ground.
BE SURE that all PTO shields are in place before
starting engine. Start the engine and advance the
Desired rpm of Diameter of Driven
hand throttle a sufficient amount to start the imple-
Driven Pulley Pulley to Use
ment without stalling the engine when PTO is en-
gaged . Slowly engage the PTO and adjust hand throt- 480 24 inches
tle so that speed-hour meter hand is at the PTO mark 640 18 inches
(2100 rpm) . See the implement operator 's manual 820 14 inches
when the implement is designed to operate at other 1150 10 inches
PTO speeds. 1440 8 inches
1770 6-112 inches
2100 5-112 inches
2560 4-1/2 in.ches
2880 4 inches
Safety Rules
h. Power take-off guards, shields, and other safe- When pulling heavy towed loads at road speeds,
. . ty features are built into the tractor whenever use extreme caution and avoid hard applications of
possible. However, investigation of thousands of ac- the tractor brakes at high speeds. When descending
cidents shows that careless use of machinery causes steep grades, select a sufficiently low gear to main-
a high percentage of accidents. You can avoid many tain control with minimum braking.
accidents by observing the rules for safety given
here. Study these rules carefully and insist that they Keep a firm grip on the steering wheel at all times
be followed by those working with you and for you. when speed is increased .
All power equipment should be operated only by The rate of tractor travel on hillsides and curves
those who are responsible and delegated to do so . should always be such that there is no danger from
tipping.
Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of accident .
Be careful to prevent the tractor from tipping side-
Reduce speed before turning quickly or applying ways if it strikes a hole, ditch, or other irregularity,
brakes. Couple the brake pedals together when trav- especially when operating on hillsides .
eling at high speeds . Brake both wheels simulta-
neously when making an emergency stop . Always When driving out of a ditch, gully, or up a steep hill-
drive slowly over rough ground . Drive at speeds slow side, engage the clutch slowly . Be prepared to disen-
enough to insure your safety. gage the clutch promptly should the front wheels rise
off the ground. Observe the same precautions if the
Never tow the tractor at high speed. rear wheels become mired in soft ground or drop in a
hole . Back the tractor out of these situations.
Towed loads that weigh more than twice the weight
of the tractor should have brakes. I f not, reduce When hitching a heavy towed load to the tractor,
speed and avoid inclines. always hitch to the drawbar. When using a chain, be
sure to take up the slack in the chain slowly.
Always keep the tractor in gear when going down

steep hills or grades .
Safety Rules 39
Since loose clothing might catch in moving parts,

always keep sleeves , jackets , or other clothing rela-
tively tight and belted.
Always make sure the engine is stopped, the PTO
is disengaged , and the PTO shaft is stopped, before
attempting to connect or adjust the implement hitch
or power take-off hook-up or before attempting to
clean out a PTO -driven implement.
Remove the PTO master shield only when neces-
sary . Always install the PTO guard on the power take-
off when the PTO is not being used. When the PTO is
being used, be sure all PTO sh ields are in place on
the tractor and the implement.
Do not oil, grease, adjust, or repair the tractor or
implement while it is in motion or while the engine is
runn in g unless specificially recommended.
Poor maintenance or improper adjustment of the
tractor or implement may result in a hazardous situa-
tion . Follow the recommended procedures and do not
Only one person-the operator- should be permit- ignore items requiring maintenance or tightening .
ted on the tractor when it is in operation. Never allow Before making adjustments on engine or electrical
a person to ride on drawbar or hitch. system , disconnect battery ground cable from each
When hitching drawn equ ipment to the drawbar , battery . Th is prevents sparks which create a danger-
back the tractor past the clevis . Then move forward ous fire and explosion hazard and may cause damage
so that, in making the connection , the tractor will be or personal injury .
moving away from the equipment. Before using booster batteries, read instructions
Before dismounting, stop the tractor , place the under additional batteries on page 6. To avoid sparks
trarrsmission in park , lower implements to the ground , if a battery needs recharging , turn battery charger off
and shut off the engine . before making connections or disconnections.
Never attempt to start or to operate the tractor Add coolant to the radiator only when the engine is
except from the operator 's station. stopped or slowly idl ing . To avoid being scalded when
Never operate the tractor engine in a closed build- the pressure-type filler cap is being removed, turn the
ing . cap slightly to the stop to relieve pressure before
A protective Roll-Gard with seat belt is available for removing the cap.
your tractor. A canopy that fits on top of the Roll-Gard Use precaution in handling ether starting flu id or
is also available. any type of tractor fuel. Never refuel the tractor when
Under almost all operating conditions : the engine is hot or running . Do not smoke while us-
1. The use of a seat belt with the optional John Deere ing starting flu id, filling the fuel tank , or servicing the
Roll-Gard is recommended . fuel system .
2. Its use without roll-over protective equipment is It is a good practice to have a fire extinguisher
not recommended . nearby . Be sure that the extinguisher is properly
When transporting or driving the tractor on a road maintained and be familiar with its proper use.
or highway at night or during the day, use accessory Escaping hydraulic oil or diesel fuel under pressure
lights and devices for adequate warning to the opera- can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin , caus-
tors of other vehicles. In this regard check local gov- ing serious personal inju ry. Before disconnecting
ernmental regulations . Various safety lights and de- lines, be sure to relieve all pressure. Before applying
vices are available from your John Deere dealer . pressure to the system , be sure all connections are
I n local areas where flashing lights are prohibited tight and that lines , pipes and hoses are not dam-
by local regulations , be sure the flasher for warning aged . Flu id escaping from a very small hole can be
lamps is disconnected . almost invisible. Use a piece of cardboard or wood,
When meeting a vehicle on the highway at night, rather than hands , to search for suspected leaks.
dim the tractor headlights. Be sure the lights are ad - If inj ured by escaping fluid , see a doctor at once.
justed so they will not blind the operator of an oncom- Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper
ing vehicle . medical treatment is not administered immediately.
Fuels and Lubricants
FUELS The cetane number should be 40 minimum.
atmospheric temperature as well as high altitude op-
The quality of fuel used is an important factor in
eration may require use of a fuel with a higher cetane
obtaining the dependable performance and satisfac-
number.
tory engine life. Suitable fuels must be clean, com-
pletely distilled, well-refined and non-corrosive to the
fuel system parts. Be sure to use fuel of a known
STORI NG FUEL
quality from a reputable supplier. Prolonged storage of some fuels may cause gum
formation and clog the fuel filter.
The interval between service on the fuel system
may be increased by adding John Deere Diesel Fuel
The importance of proper fuel storage cannot be
Conditioner to the fuel.
stressed too highly . Many engine difficulties can be
FUEL SPECIFICATIONS traced to dirty fuel and fuel that has been in storage
too long. To keep the fuel system in its most efficient
Either Grade No. 1-D or Grade No . 2-D fuel as de- condition, keep all dirt, scale, water, and other for-
fined by ASTM designation D 975 for diesel fuels may eign matter out of the fuel; and avoid storing fuel for a
be used. The Grade No . 2-D fuel is heavier and will long period of time .
. produce more work per gallon. However; Grade No.
1-D fuel will give better performance under certain Fuel should be stored in a convenient place outside
conditions . Use the chart below to determine correct of buildings.
grade of fuel.
FILLING THE FUEL TANK
Diesel
Type of Ambient Fuel
Engine Air Grade
Service Temperature No.
FUEL
TANK
Light load, low speed , Above 80 o F. 2-D CAP
Below 80 o F.
considerable idling. 1-D
I
aiL.
I ntermediate and heavy Above 40 o F. 2-D
load, high speed, mini- Below 40 o F. 1-D
mum of idling.
At altitudes above 5,000 All 1-D

feet.
Location of Fuel Tank Cap
As further assurance of satisfactory operation, use
fuel having less than 1.0 percent sulfur, preferably
less than 0.5 percent. The fuel tank on your tractor is located at the front
under the hood in an enclosed, protected position .
For maximum filter life, sediment and water should The fuel tank cap is located at the front of the hood .
not exceed 0.10 percent.
Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day's operation
To maintain proper fuel delivery during cold weath-
to prevent moisture from collecting and freezing in
er operation, use number 1-D diesel fuel with a pour
the fuel system . Capacity of the fuel tan k is 19-112 U.
point at least 10 o F. below lowest ambient air temper-
S. gallons.
ature.
Fuels and Lubricants 41
LUBRICANTS Other Oils

Air John Deere Single Vis- Multi-Vis-
Temperature Torq-Gard Oil cosity Oil cosity Oil
Effective use of lubricating oils and greases is per-
haps the most important step towards low upkeep
cost , long tractor life, and satisfactory service. Use Above SAE 30 SAE 30 Not recom-
only lubricants specified in this section . Apply them at 32°F . mended .
intervals and according to the instructions in the lubri-
cation section . -10°F. to SAE 10W-20 SAE 10W SAE 10W-30
32°F.* *
ENGINE LUBRICATING OILS
Below SAE 5W-20 SAE5W SAE 5W-20
-10°F.
** If ambient temperature at start is below

10°F. , use an engine heater. SAE 5W-20 oil may also
be used if required. This will insure optimum lubrica-
tion of the engine when starting, particularly if the
XJJ?7
engine is subject to - 10° F. or lower for several
hours.
We recommend John Deere Torq -Gard or Torq- Some increase in oil consumption may be expect-
Gard Supreme Engine Oil for use in the engine cranked when SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W oils are used. Check
case. These Torq-Gard oils are compounded specifi- oil level more frequently.
cally for use in John Deere engines and provide supe-
rior lubrication under all conditions. N EVER PUT TRANSMISSION-HYDRAULIC OIL
ADDITIVES IN THE CRANKCASE. Torq-Gard oil was
formulated to provide all the protection your engine Use John Deere Type 303 Special-Purpose Oil or
needs. Additives could reduce this protection rather its equivalent in the transmission-hydraulic system
than help it. and the belt pulley . This special oil may be used in all
weather conditions . Other types of oil will not give
If oil other than Torq -Gard or Torq-Gard Supreme satisfactory service and may result in eventual dam-
is used , it must conform to one of the following speci- age.
fications:
GREASES
Single Viscosity Oils
Use John Deere Multi-Purpose Lubricant or an
API Service CDISD equivalent SAE multipurpose-type grease for all
MIL-L-2104C grease fittings. Wheel bearing grease is recommend-
ed for front wheel bearings. Application of grease as
Series 3*
instructed in the lubrication and periodic service sec-
Multi-Viscosity Oils tion of this manual will provide proper lubrication and
will prevent bearing contamination .
API Service CC I SE , CCISD , o r SD
MIL-L-46152 STORING LUBRICANTS
* As further assurance of quality, the oil should

Using contaminated lubricants will result in a short
machine service life. Use clean containers to handle
also be identified as suitable for API service designa-
all lubricants. Store them in an area protected from
tion SO.
dust, moisture and other contamination.
Depending on the expected atmospheric tempera-
ture at start for the fill per iod , use oil of viscosity as
shown in the following chart.
Lubrication and Periodic Service
The intervals at which the various working parts of Transmission-Hydraulic System
your tractor should be checked, lubricated, serviced,
At the end of the first 50 hours, change the trans-
or adjusted are based on hours of operation .
mission-hydraulic system filter element. Then change
tne element after every 500 hours .
Wheels
At the end of the first 4 hours and 8 hours of opera-
tion retighten all wheel retainers . Check tightness of
the retainers frequently for the first 100 hours of oper-
ation (see page 13).
LUBRICATION AND SERVICE

INTERVALS
The lubrication and service intervals for this tractor
are based on operation under average conditions.
Hour Meter When the tractor is operated under unusual condi -
tions, such as excessive heat, cold, dust, frequent
Use the hour meter to determine when periodic
starts and stops, or with poor quality fuels or lubri-
services are required. The hour meter, which oper-
cants, the tractor should be serviced at MORE FRE-
ates whenever the engine is running, shows the accu-
QUENT INTERVALS.
mulated hours of operation.
The chart which follows is a condensed list of the
BREAK-IN PERIOD tractor components to be serviced at each interval
The break-in period is vitally important to the long and the service to be performed. Detailed instructions
life and satisfactory performance of your tractor. Dur- for performing each service are given on the pages
ing this period, follow the special engine operating which follow the chart. Each item in the chart is num-
instructions on page 7. bered, with the corresponding detailed procedure
bearing the same number.
Engine Crankcase
Perform the indicated services at the time intervals
After the first 100 hours of service, change the en- specified in the chart.
gine oil and oil filter. Thereafter change the filter at
the normal interval. If, during the first 100 hours only,
it is necessary to add engine oil, use SAE 10W-20
Torq-Gard or the proper single viscosity engine oil
meeting specification M I L-L-46152 or designated for
API Service CC/SD .
Lubrication and Periodic Service 43
AS REQUIRED
Item Capacity or Description of
No. Component Description of Service Procedure Lubricant
AR-1 Air cleaner ele- Clean element when in- See page 46 . · . . . . . . . .. .. ..
ment dicator shows red with
engine shut off or ex-
cessive smoke or loss
J of power is noted . IWn-

dicator is not used ,
clean each 200 hours
or as needed .
AR -2 Hydraulic brakes Bleed brakes if neces - See page 63. ·........ . .. . .
sary
AR-3 Clutch (tractors Check pedal free travel. 1-inch free trav- · .... . .. .. .. ..
without el at the pedal
reverser) pad . See page 62.
AR-4 Fuel filter Replace · . .. . . . . · .............
AR-5 Fuel injectors Clean See your John Deere dealer for this service.
AR-6 Injection pump Check tim ing See your John Deere dealer for this service .
DAILY OR EVERY 10 HOURS
10-1 Engine crankcase Check oil level with dip- Between marks See page 41 for recom-
stick fully inserted . on dipstick. mended engine oil.
10-2 Fuel filter Check for sediment · . . ..... · .... . ........
10-3 Radiator coolant Check coolant level. Re- Midway between See page 56
level move any trash from core and filler
screens . neck .
10-4 Front axle Lubricate with grease Several strokes John Deere Multipurpose
gun . of grease gun . Lubricant or its equivalent.
.
EVERY 50 HOURS
50-1 Air cleaner ele- I nspect air cleaner ele- · ....... . . . ... .. . .....
ment ment and unloading
valve .
50-2 Transmission-Hy- Check oil level. Replace Between marks John Deere Type 303 Spe-
draulic system filter element (break- with dipstick cial-Purpose Oil or its
in) . resting on top equivalent.
threads of pipe .
50-3 Battery Check level of electro- Fill to bottom · ..... . ..... . .
Iyte in each cell. Check of filler neck .
for terminal corrosion .
50-4 Tires Check air pressure . · . .. . . . . · .............
50-5 Spark arresting Clean . See page 49 . · . .. .. .... . . ..
muffler (op-
tional)
44 Lubrication and Periodic Service
EVERY 100 HOURS

100-1 Engine crankcase Drain and refill. 5 U.S. quarts. See page 41 for recom-
mended engine oil.
EVERY 200 HOURS
200-1 Engine crankcase Replace filter element. ....... . . ... . ..... . ...
filter
200-2 Fan belt Check belt tension . 3/4-inch belt .. .. . . .... .. ..
flex with 20
pounds force .
200-3 Belt pulley Check oil level at filler To level of filler John Deere Type 303 Spe-
hole. hole. cial Purpose Oil or its
equivalent.
200-4 Air cleaner Clean element. See item No .
AR-1 ........ . .....
200-5 3- point hitch Lubricate at three Several strokes John Deere Multipurpose
grease fittings on of grease gun . Lubricant or its equivalenl.
lift links.
EVERY 500 HOURS
500-1 Crankcase vent Remove and clean .

tube
500-2 Intake and exhaust Adjust clearance . I ntake-0 .014
valves Exhaust-0 .018
500-3 Engine speeds Check speeds.
500-4 Air intake hoses Check connections for
leaks .
500-5 Transmission and Replace filter element.
hydraulic system
500-6 Belt pulley Drain, flush and refill. 2-1/2 U .S. pints. John Deere Type 303 Spe-
cial-Purpose Oil or its
equivalent.
Lubrication and Periodic Service 45
EVERY 1000 HOURS

1000-1 Transmission and Drain and refill. Clean 10 U.S. gallons John Deere Type 303 Spe-
hydraulic sys- intake screen. cial-Purpose Oil or its
tem equivalent.
1000-2 Front wheel Clean , repack, and See page 64. Wheel bearing grease.
bearings adjust bearings . ,.
1000-3 Rear axle bear- Lubricate bearings. 6 to 8 strokes of John Deere Multipurpose
ings grease gun Lubricant or its equivalent.
1000-4 Starter Lubricate wicks. Saturate wicks. SAE 10W Engine Oil.
1000-5 Main hydraulic Clean valve filter.
pump See your John Deere dealer for this service.
ANNUAL SERVICE
A-1 Cooling system Drain, flush, and fill 12 U.S. quarts

A-2 Air cleaner Replace element
SYMBOLS
Lubricate with John Deere Multi-Purpose

~ Lubricant or an equivalent SAE multipur-
pose-type grease at hourly intervals indi-
cated on the symbols on the following pages.
The Tractor Will Respond to Proper Lubrication .

46 Lubrication and Periodic Service - As Required
DETAILED PERIODIC SERVICES

AS REQUIRED unloader valve for cracks , clogging , or fatigue. Clean
or replace the valve as necessary. Remove the wing
AR-1. Cleaning Dry Air Cleaner Filter bolt and filter element. Wipe clean the inside of the
cleaner body. If the element is dry and dusty, clean
the element as instructed with compressed air or
water. If the element is oily or sooty, wash the ele-
ment in filter element cleaner solution .
Both the filter element and the dust unloader valve

must be in place before operating the engine.
Temporary Field Service
Whenever excessive smoking or loss of power

Res tric tion Indicator occurs (or when operating in dusty conditions), it
may be necessary to service the filter element in the
(1) Units with restriction indicator-Clean element field . I nstall a spare element or pat the side of the
whenever indicator red signal comes in full view . element gently near the end with the palm of the
Then release red signal by pushing reset button on hand . Rotate the element when patting so the entire
end of restriction indicator . Usually , cleaning may be circumference is covered. Thoroughly clean the ele-
delayed until the end of the working day. ment after returning to the service area . Do not tap
(2) Units without restriction indicator- Clean the element against a tire or hard surface as this may
element each 200 hours , or as often as operating dent or rupture the element.
conditions warrant. Excessive smoke or power loss
indicates a restriction.
To service the filter element, remove the right-hand

side grille screen . Unscrew the wing nut from the air
cleaner cover . Remove the cover . I nspect the dust
R182?2N
Patting Element Air-Cleaning Element
Cleaning Element with Compressed Air
Use the John Deere AR62377 dry element cleaning

gun with compressed air and insert the cleaning gun
as illustrated. Hold the air nozzle near the inside of
the perforated sheet metal retainer and squeeze the
handle. Air is forced through the element from the in-
side to the outside . Move the gun up and down the
pleats cleaning as much of the loose dirt from the
element as will come free .
Air Cleaner
Lubrication and Periodic Service - As Required 47
IMPORTANT: Do not blow air from the outside to atures above 180°F. will shorten element service life .
the inside or attempt to dust off the outside portion of Protect it from freezing while drying . Using com-
the element with the air nozzle. pressed air may rupture a wet element. I nspect the
element.
Pat the element lightly with the palm of the hand as
instructed under temporary field service. The patting IMPORTANT: Never wash elements in gasoline,
should be done carefully. Dirt will be loosened that fuel oil, or similar solvents. Do not oil elements.
was not previously blown out. Repeat the cleaning
gun process . After cleaning , inspect the element. Inspecting Element
After cleaning the element, inspect it for damage.
Cleaning Element with Water Place a bright light inside the filter and discard any
Clean as much dirt from the element as possible element that shows the slightest hole or rupture . I f it
with compressed air. Attach a garden hose to the is to be stored for later use , place it in a plastic bag
receptacle portion of the cleaning gun using a rubber and store in an element shipping container to protect
washer between the gun and hose . Flush the dirt from against dust and damage
the element (maximum water pressure of 40 psi),
Replace the filter element after one year of service
forcing the water from the inside of the element to the
or sooner when interval between cleanings becomes
outside as shown below . Allow the element to dry
short, indicating that the element is not responding to
completely and inspect the element before installing
cleaning. If filter gasket is damaged or missing, re-
it.
place the element. If wing screw gasket is damaged
or missing, replace the gasket.
I nstall and secure the element in place with wing

screw and gasket washer. Be sure gasket washer is
in good condition and is against the element. Install
the cover . Replace side grille screen . Never operate
the engine without the filter element or unloader
valve.
AR-2. Bleeding Brakes

Whenever braking action is erratic , or pedal action
feels spongy, bleed the hydraulic brakes . For proce-
R182 ? IJN dure, see page 63 .
Washing Element Rinsing Element
AR-3. Adjusting Clutch Pedal Free Travel
Cleaning Sooty or Oily Elements
(Tractors Without Reverser)
Blow dust from the element with compressed air or
flush with clean water. Soak the element for at least
Readjust clutch whenever clutch pedal free travel
15 minutes in a solution of warm water (no hotter
at the pad drops to 112 inch or less. See page 62 for
than your hand can stand) and John Deere Filter
adj ustment.
Element Cleaner (Part No. R36757) or its equivalent .
Gently agitate element to flush out dirt. Rinse it THO-
ROUGHLY from the inside to the outside using the AR-4. Replacing Fuel Filter
cleaning gun or a free-running hose without nozzle Replace as required , see page 54.
(maximum pressure of 40 psi) . Before reusing, allow
the element to dry . This usually requires 24 to 72 AR-S. Cleaning Fuel Injectors
hours . Do not oven-dry or use drying agents. Temper-
Whenever faulty or dirty injectors are indicated by
abnormal engine operation , see you r John Deere
dealer.
48 Lubrication and Periodic Service - Daily or 10-Hour and 50-Hour Servic e
AR-6 .. Checking Injection Pump Timing ant level. If the coolant level is lower than midway
between the rad iator co re and filler neck, add clean
Whenever faulty injection pump timi;g or operation
soft water or antifreeze as necessary to maintain pro-
is indicated by abnormal engine operation , see your
tection of the cooling system.
John Deere dealer .
Check the pressurized cooling system for loose
DAILY OR 10-HOUR SERVICE connections or leaks after adding coolant. If pressure
is not maintained , loss of coolant and overheating will
10-1. Checking Engine Crankcase Oil result. Tighten the filler cap .
Level
10-4. Lubricating Front Axle
Engin e Crank case Dipstick and Filler Cap

Front Axle Grease Fittings
Check crankcase oil level with tractor on level

ground. If oil level is at or below bottom mark on dip- After every 10 hours of operation, lubricate fittings
. stick , add sufficient John Deere Torq-Gard Engine oil on front wheel spindles , axle pivot pin bushings, and
or its equivalent of the proper viscosity to bring the steering bell crank bearings with several strokes of
level up to the top mark. Do not operate tractor with grease gun using John Deere Multipurpose Lubricant
oil level below the bottom mark. or its equivalent.
10-2. Checking Fuel Filter 50-HOUR SERVICE

Check and if necessary , drain water or excessive Perform the regular daily or 10-hour service in ad-
sediment from the sediment chamber of the filter. dition to the following :
See page 54 . Water will ruin the fuel filter.
50-1. Inspecting Air Cleaner
10-3. Checking Radiator Coolant Level Inspect the dust unloading valve for clogging. If the
unloading valve was badly clogged , then the filter
h CAUTION: Remove the radiator filler cap only element should be removed and inspected . See page
. . when the coolant temperature is below the 46 .
boiling point. The gauge pointer should be to the left
of the vertical position. Then loosen the cap slightly to 50-2. Checking Transmission-
the stop to relieve pressure before removing the cap
Hydraulic System Oil Level
completely.
With the tractor on level ground , remove the radia- NOTE: On new tractors , replace the transmission-
tor filler cap (next to the muffler) and check the cool- hydraulic system filter element after the first 50 hours
of opera tion . Then c hange the element after every
500 hours of operation .
Lubrication and Periodic Service - 50-Hour, 100-Hour, and 200-Hour Service 49
Transmission-Hydraulic System Filler Cap and Dipstick Crankcase Drain Plug
Run engine for 2 to 3 minutes to fill oil circuits. I nstall the drain plug and add new John Deere
Then check oil level with tractor on level ground, en- Torq-Gard Engine Oil of the proper viscosity (page
gine running at slow idle , rockshaft lowered, trans- 41). Run the engine at slow idle speed to fill the oil fil-
mission in park, and clutch engaged . First remove ter. Check for leaks around the crankcase drain plug.
dipstick and wipe it off. Insert dipstick with cap rest- Retighten if necessary . The oil level on the dipstick 10
ing on threads of tube (not screwed in place). If oil minutes after stopping should be at the upper marks.
level is down to bottom mark on dipstick, add oil. The capacity is 5 U.S. quarts .
Remove filler cap on rockshaft housing and add John
Deere Type 303 Special-Purpose Oil or its equivalent IMPORTANT: During intermittent cold weather
to bring oil level to top mark on dipstick. operation, change oil at least every 100 hours or ev-
ery 6 weeks, whichever occurs first.
50-3. Servicing the Battery
200-HOUR SERVICE
Every 50 hours, clean the battery and check the
electrolyte level in each battery cell . Check battery Perform the regular daily or 10-hour service, the
terminals for corrosion. See page 59. 50-hour service, and the 100-hour service in addition
to the following:
50-4. Checking Tire Pressure
200-1. Changing Crankcase Oil Filter
Every 50 hours, check tires for proper inflation
pressure as given in charts on page 17. Check tires While draining the crankcase oil (Item No. 100-1),
for possible damage (see page 63) . change the crankcase oil filter.
50-5. Spark Arresting Muffler Remove the filter element by turning it counter-
clockwise . Clean the filter mounting pad. Apply a thin
I n some areas, a spark arresting muffler is manda- film of oil to the sealing ring and screw the new ele-
tory . If tractor is equipped with this special muffler, ment down by hand until it is tight. Capacity with filter
remove plug from bottom of muffler. Start engine and change is 6 U.S. quarts.
run for one or two minutes to exhaust out debris. Stop
engine and reinstall plug . IMPORTANT: The filter element has a special
bypass valve. Replace only with a genuine John
100-HOUR SERVICE Deere filter element supplied by your John Deere
Perform the regular daily or 10-hour service and dealer.
th'e 50-hour service in addition to the following :
200-2. Checking Fan Belt Tension
100-1. Draining and Filling Crankcase Adjust the belt tension as instructed on page 61 .
With the engine warm, remove the crankcase drain
plug and drain the oil from the crankcase.
50 Lubrication and Periodic Service - 200-Hour and 500-Hour Service
200-3. Checking Belt Pulley Oil Level 500-HOUR SERVICE

Perform the regular daily or 10-hour service, the
50-hour service, the 100-hour service, and the 200-
hour service in addition to the following .
500-1. Servicing Crankcase Vent Tube
Belt Pulley Oil Level and Filler Plug
Check oil level in belt pulley every 200 hours of

operation . Remove filler plug and be sure oil level is
to level of the filler plug hole. If necessary, add oil to
bring to this level . Use John Deere Type 303 Special-
Purpose Oil.
200-4. Air Cleaner

On tractors without air cleaner restriction indica-
tors, clean and inspect the filter element as instructed Service crankcase vent tube every 500 hours, or
in item No . AR-1 , page 46 . more often if tractor is operated in unusually dusty
conditions . Remove the tube and clean with diesel
200-5. Lubricating 3-Point Hitch fuel. When installing the tube, be sure the packing is
in the groove in the valve cover .
500-2. Checking Valve Clearance

Check engine valve clearance every 500 hours.
See page 57 for instructions or see your dealer for
this service.
500-3. Checking Engine Idle Speeds

With the engine at operating temperature, use the
speed-hour meter to check the engine speeds:
ENGINE SPEEDS
3-Point Hitch Lubrication Points
Throttle Load No Load
Position Throttle Speed Idle Speed
Every 200 hours , lubricate 3-point hitch at three
grease fittings on lift links, with several strokes of Fully forward Hand .. .. .. . .
grease gun using John Deere Multipurpose Lubricant Fully rearward Hand 2500 rpm
or its equivalent. Pedal down Foot .. .... . .
If engine speeds need adjustment, or if you doubt

the accuracy of the speed-hour meter, consult your
John Deere dealer .
Lubrication and Periodic Service - 500-Hour and 1000-Hour Service 51
500-4. Checking Air Intake Hoses 500-6. Servicing Belt Pulley

Check clamps on hoses which connect air cleaner Drain the old oil from the belt pulley by removing it
and engine. Tighten hose clamps where necessary to from tractor and tilting to permit oil to drain from the
prevent dirt from entering engine. I nspect for cracked filler opening. Flush out old oil with diesel fuel. Make
or rotted hoses . sure all the solution is drained from the housing; then
reinstall belt pulley . Fill to level of filler hole with John
500-5. Replacing Transmission-Hydraulic Deere Type 303 Special-Purpose Oil. Capacity is
System Oil Filter Element 2-112 U.S. pints .
1000-HOUR SERVICE
Perform the regular daily or 10-hour service, the
50-hour service, the 100-hour service, the 200-hour
service, and the 500-hour service in addition to the
following:
1000-1. Draining and Filling Trans-

mission-Hydraulic System
Transmission-Hydraulic System
Oil Filter Cover
Remove the transmission-hydrauliC system oil filter

cover and pull out rubber packing and filter element.
I nstall new gasket on lip in transmission case. Be
sure packing is fully seated . I nstall new filter element
and the filter cover. Tighten the filter cover securely
but do not overtighten.
Run engine for 2 to 3 minutes to fill oil circuits. Transmission-Hydraulic System

Drain Plugs and Intake Screen Plug
Then check oil level with tractor on level ground, en-
gine running at slow idle, rockshaft lowered, the
transmission in park, and the clutch engaged. Service the transmission-hydraulic system as
follows : Warm up tractor. Stop engine, remove the
Insert dipstick with cap resting on threads (not two transmission case drain plugs, and drain oil. Re-
screwed in place). Oil level should be between the place filter element as outlined in Item 500-5 on this
marks on dipstick. page.
If necessary, add John Deere Type 303 Special- Remove the oil pump intake screen plug and re-
Purpose Oil or its equivalent to bring oil level to top move the screen. Clean the screen in cleaning sol-
mark on dipstick . vent or diesel fuel. I nstall screen and tighten plug .
52 Lubrication and Periodic Service - 1OOO-Hour and Annual Service
Refill with fresh John Deere Type 303 Special-Pur- ANNUAL SERVICE
pose Oil or its equivalent. Fill to top mark on dipstick
Once each year, perform the following services . If
(not screwed in place) . Run engine for 2 to 3 minutes ,
the tractor is to be stored , use the " Tractor Storage"
then recheck level with engine at slow idle , tractor on
instructions on page 65.
level ground, rockshaft lowered , transmission in park,
and clutch engaged . Total capacity is approximately
10 U.S. gallons . A-1. Cleaning the Cooling System
Drain, clean , flush , and refill the cooling system as
1000-2. Packing Front Wheel Bearings instructed on page 56.
Clean and pack the front wheel bearings and oil

seals with wheel bearing grease. Adjust the front A-2. Replacing Air Cleaner Filter
wheel bearings . See page 64 for additional informa - Element
tion.
The air cleaner element should be replaced once
1000-3. Lubricating Rear Axle Bearings each year or more often if the interval between clean-
ings becomes short. See Item AR-1 on page 46 .
DEALER SERVICES
Your John Deere dealer offers complete tractor
service. His factory-trained personnel have access to
accurate, detailed service information. Some of the
dealer services are listed below .
(1) Engine tune-up .

(2) Injection pump , injector , and diesel fuel sys-
tem service.
(3) Electrical system checks.
(4) Clutch adjustment.
(5) Hydraulic system service.
(6) Cooling system service.
Rear Axle Greas e Fitting
(7) Parts service.
Grease the rear axle bearings by app lying 6 to 8
shots of John Deere Multi-Purpose Lubricant or its
equivalent.
1000-4. Lubricating Starter

Every 1000 hours of operation, lubricate starter.
Disconnect battery ground cables , remove starter
and the pipe plugs at each end of starter. Saturate the
wicks with SAE 1 OW engine oil. I nstall starter .
1000-5. Cleaning Hydraulic Pump

Valve Filter
Every 1000 hours of operation, have your John

Deere dealer clean the hydraulic pump valve filter .
h CAUTION: Do not lubricate or adjust the trac-

. . tor while the engine is running unless specifi-
cally recommended.
53
Service
The instructions on the following pages will help DIESEL FUEL SYSTEM
you keep your tractor performing efficiently and eco-
nomically. For additional service and genuine parts,
see your John Deere dealer.
REMOVING HOOD
Fuel Injection Pump and Pipes
Hood and Side Grille Screen Description
Remove the side grille screens by pulling out slight- The diesel fuel system consists of the fuel tank,
ly at the top of screen , and lifting screen from tractor. fuel pump, fuel filter, injection pump, fuel injectors,
Each screen may be allowed to hang from the tractor and the connecting pipes. Fuel tank capacity is
by the spring that is attached to the screen . 19-112 U.S. gallons.
Remove the muffler extension, radiator cap, and Modification or alteration of the injection pump, the
fuel tank cap. Remove the rear cap screw on each injection pump timing, or the fuel injectors in ways
side at the rear of the hood. Remove the hood retain- not recommended by the manufacturer will terminate
ing nut on each side at the front of the hood . Remove the warranty obligation to the purchaser. See your
the hood . I nstall the radiator and fuel tank caps to copy of the John Deere Warranty for this tractor.
prevent dirt from entering the systems .
54 Service - Diesel Fuel System
I mproper fuel storage may necessitate excessive

cleaning of the fuel system. After correcting the
cause of contaminated fuel, drain the fuel tank sump
and the fuel filter. Add John Deere Diesel Fuel Condi-
tioner to the fuel and have your dealer check the fuel
system.
Replacing Filter Element

The fuel filter prevents dirty fuel from reaching the
injection pump and injectors. A combination first and
second stage filter element is contained in the sedi-
ment bowl as a complete assembly. The filter element
assembly will require occasional replacement to
maintain adequate flow of fuel to the injection pump
for full tractor horsepower. The frequency of this ser-
Fuel Pump and Filter vice will be determined by the cleanliness of available
fuel and the care used in fuel storage.
Inspection and Cleaning
Proper servicing of the fuel system is important.
Visually inspect the fuel filter daily or after every ten
hours of operation. If there is water or an excess of
foreign matter at the bottom of the filter, loosen the
filter drain plug and drain the foreign matter or water
from the filter. Bleed the fuel filter.
If water was present in the filter, drain all the wa-

~er from the fuel tank to prevent the water from plug-
ging the filter. A stand pipe on the fuel shut-off valve
provides a sump at the bottom of the fuel tank to trap
the water.
R 17263 F I LTER RETA I N I NG
Fuel Filter
To release the filter retaining spring, press inward

on the outside finger tab and squeeze the tabs togeth-
er to disengage the top hook of the spring. Pull filter
SHUT -OFF '" off and push the new filter over the spring pin. Hook
VALVE
the bottom of the filter retaining spring first and the
top hook last.
IMPORTANT: Any dirt lodged in the spring pin

Fuel Tank Shut-Off Valve
groove or at the end of the spring pin by cleaning ef-
forts will be washed into the injection system and may
To drain water and sediment from the fuel tank, result in severe damage to the injection pump or noz-
close the fuel tank shut-off valve . Disconnect the fuel zles.
pump inlet pipe from shut-off valve and open the
valve to allow water and sediment to drain. After clos-
ing valve and connecting pump inlet pipe to valve,
again open valve and bleed the fuel system as re-
quired.
Service - Diesel Fuel System 55
Fuel Injectors
Occasionally fuel injectors may require removal for
inspection or service . The frequency of this service
will be determined by the type of operation , fuel
cleanliness , and fuel quality. Whenever faulty or dirty
injectors are indicated by abnormal engine operation,
see your John Deere dealer.
IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to remove and disas-

semble injectors as special tools are required.
Bleeding Fuel System

Fuellniector and High Pressure Fuel Pipe
When the fuel filter is removed or the tractor runs
out of fuel, bleed the air from the fuel filter . If the engine misses after bleeding the filter and
will not smooth out, bleed the entire fuel system .
To do so, loosen the filter bleed plug . Pump the First, bleed the filter. Then loosen the high pressure
primer lever (see illustration on page 54) on the fuel fuel pipe on two or more injectors using two wrench-
pump until most of the air bubble in the filter is gone es . With the hand throttle half way rearward and the
and fuel flows from the bleed plug. Tighten the bleed engine stop knob pushed all the way in , turn the en-
plug and leave the primer lever in the down position . gine with the starter until fuel without foam flows from
the loose connections (the engine may start running) .
NOTE: If the primer does not pump fuel and no re- Tighten the connections using two wrenches . Finish
sistance is felt at the upper portion of the lever stroke, bleeding the other injectors by running the engine un-
turn the engine with the starter to change the fuel til it is running smoothly.
pump cam position.
A ~AUTION: Escaping diesel fuel under pressure

. . can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin,
causing serious personal injury. Before disconnecting
lines, be sure to relieve all pressure. Before applying
pressure to the system, be sure all connections are
tight and that lines, pipes and hoses are not dam-
aged. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible. Use a piece of cardboard or wood,
rather than hands, to search for suspected leaks.
If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once.

Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper
medical treatment is not administered immediately.
A CAUTION: Be careful when handling any type

. . of tractor fuel. Never refuel the tractor when
the engine is hot or running. Do not smoke while fill-
ing the fuel tank or servicing the fuel system.
56 Service - CoolingSystem
COOLI NG SYSTEM The cooling system is pressurized, so all compo-

nents must be tight and in good condition for proper
operation . Loss of pressure will result in overheating
and loss of coolant.
Cleaning Cooling System
R 18299
Radiator Drain Cock Engine Block Drain Cock

Cooling System
For efficient operation , the cooling system should
Description be drained, flushed , and filled once each year.
The cooling system consists of the radiator, radia- To perform this service, drain the system by open-
tor filler cap, thermostat, upper and lower water hos- ing the drains on the engine block and radiator. Close
es , and coolant passages within the cylinder head the radiator and the engine block drains and fill the
and block. system .
. The pressure valve in the radiator cap releases at Run the engine until it reaches operating tempera-
6-1/4 to 7-1/2 .psi . Capacity of the system is 12 U.S. ture to stir up possible rust or sediment. Stop the en-
quarts . gine and drain the coolant from the system before the
rust or sediment settles.
Close the drains . Fill the cooling system with a so-
lution composed of a good commercial radiator
cleaner and water . Follow the instructions with the
cleaner.
After cleaning the cooling system, fill it with water
to FLUSH the system. Install the filler cap and run the
engine until it reaches operating temperature. Then
stop the engine and drain out this flushing water.
Close the drains and fill the cooling system to mid-
way between the filler neck and the baffle in the radi-
ator top tank. Use clean , soft water and, for protec-
tion from freezing , ethylene glycol-type antifreeze or,
for non-freezing weather , John Deere T19566 Sum-
mer Coolant Conditioner or its equivalent. Recheck
coolant level after starting the engine .
Well water or tap water usually contains impurities
which corrode, cause rusting, or clog a cooling sys-
tem and reduce cooling system efficiency. In some
areas of the country, these impurities will soon dam-
A CAUTION: Remove the radiator filler cap only age a cooling system . See your John Deere dealer for
. . when the coolant temperature is below the complete cooling system care.
boiling pOint (the gauge pointer should be to the left of
the vertical position.) Then loosen the cap slightly to
the stop to relieve pressure before removing the cap
completely.
Service - Cooling System and Valve Clearance 57
Removing Thermostat Preparing for Cold Weather

Prior to cold weather, be sure the cooling system
has sufficient antifreeze to provide protection from
UPPER freezing.
RADIATOR
HOSE
Antifreeze
Use only a reliable brand of ethylene glycol
(permanent type) antifreeze which contains a rust
inhibitor but does not contain a stop-leak additive.
After adding the antifreeze solution, run the engine
until it reaches operating temperature to allow the
thermostats to open. This will make sure that the so-
lution is circulated throughout the entire cooling sys-
Thermostat Cover
tem.
Drain the cooling system and remove the hood
Draining
(page 53). Disconnect the upper water hose from the
thermostat cover. Remove the cover retaining screws If the cooling system is drained to prevent freezing,
and lift the thermostat cover off the tractor. Remove drain the engine block and the radiator. When refilling
the thermostat. the system, use clean soft water and John Deere
Summer Coolant Conditioner. Be sure to recheck the
With the thermostat in place, install the thermostat
coolant level after starting the engine.
cover and connect the upper water hose. Close the
drains and fill the system .
IMPORTANT: Never pour hot water into a cold en-
gine or cold water into a hot engine. You may crack
Cleaning Side Grille Screens, the head or the cylinder block. Do not operate the
Radiator Core, and Oil Cooler tractor without water for even a few minutes.
VALVE CLEARANCE
Stop engine to check valve clearance (engine may
SIDE be either hot or cold). Remove the hood, crankcase
GRILLE
SCREEN breather pipe, and valve rocker arm cover.
Side Grille Screen , Radiator Core, and Oil Cooler
Release the side grille screens and examine all air

Inserting Timing Screw Pin
passages in the radiator core. Remove all chaff and
dirt from the radiator and transmission oil cooler and
straighten bent fins. Remove all chaff and dirt from
the screens and replace them.
58 Service - Valve Clearance and Electrical System
Remove the engine " top dead center" timing screw ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
pin and the timing hole cover from the flywheel hous-
ing. Turn the engine over in the running direction Batteries
(counterclockwise when viewed from the rear of the
engine) until the No . 1 (front) intake valve closes . No.
1 cylinder is now on the compression stroke. Reverse
the timing screw pin and insert it into the flywheel
housing hole. Continue turning the engine until the pin
slides into the hole in the flywheel rim.
F
4 3 2 I
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Cylinder Head Valve Sequence
Battery Compartment
The tractor is equipped with one 12-volt battery or

with two 12-volt batteries connected in parallel.
The batteries are located in the cowl just forward of

the instrument panel. To gain access to the battery or
batteries , simply pull open the cowl door. The door is
spring loaded so that it will remain shut or
open.
IMPORTANT: The John Deere battery or batteries

Adiusting No . 1 Exhaust Valve Clearance
in your tractor are warranted for a specific length of
time. Be sure your dealer has punched the warranty
Use a feeler gauge to check the valve clearances . tag in event future warranty service is needed. Do not
Adjust the valve clearance on No. 1 and No . 3 ex- remove or destroy the warranty tag.
haust valves to 0.018 inch. Adjust the valve clearance
When replacing the battery , use the John Deere
on No.1 and No . 2 intake valves to 0.014 inch. Turn
battery or its equivalent shown in the following chart.
the adjusting screw up or down until clearance is cor-
If your tractor has two batteries, both batteries must
rect.
have the same rating .
Remove timing screw pin, rotate the flywheel coun - Cold Reserve
terclockwise one revolution and reinsert the timing Cranking Capacity
screw pin into the hole in the flywheel rim . NO.4 cyl- John Deere BCI Amps (Minutes at
Volts Part No . Group OaF _20°F 25 amps)
inder is now at top dead center. Adjust the valve
clearance on No.2 and NO.4 exhaust valves to 0 .018
inch . Adjust the clearance on NO . 3 and No.4 intake 12 AR67338 24 370 300 106
v?lves to 0.014 inch.
A CAUTION: If your tractor has a Roll-Gard, use
After the valve clearance for all four cylinders is . . AR61868 Non-Spill Battery Vent Caps to pre-
correct, install the timing cover and the timing screw vent injury from spilled battery acid should the tractor
pin , install the valve rocker arm cover , crankcase overturn and b~ supported upside-down by the RolI-
breather pipe and the hood. If necessary, replace the Gard.
valve rocker arm cover gasket.
Service - Electrical System 59
Dangers Connected with Batteries Cold Weather Battery Service

h CAUTION: Keep all sparks or open flames During cold weather, it is particularly important to
. . away from the batteries as the gas from the keep the electrolyte in the batteries at the proper lev-
electrolyte is highly flammable. el, and to keep the batteries fully charged. Otherwise
the batteries are apt to freeze. Freezing weather will
To avoid sparks when using booster batteries, hook have little damaging effect on a fully charged, proper-
them up according to the instructions on page 6. If a ly filled battery.
battery needs recharging, avoid sparks by turning off
the charger before making connections or disconnec- Removing and Installing Batteries
tions. Severe damage or burns will be caused if some Disconnect the negative ground cable (disconnect
parts of the electrical system are grounded or short both ground cables if equipped with two batteries) .
circuited . WHEN SERVICING THE ELECTRICAL Then, disconnect the positive battery cable. Remove
SYSTEM, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY GROUND the hold-down clamp . If equipped with one battery , lift
CABLE OR CABLES. out the battery using a lifting strap. If equipped with
two batteries, remove the left-hand cowl and slide
Cleaning Batteries batteries out the side.
Keep the batteries clean by wiping them off with a When installing battery , use care not to overtighten
damp cloth at the end of every 200 hours of operation the hold-down clamp, as this may damage battery.
or whenever dirt appears excessive.
Connecting Batteries
If corrosion is present around the terminal connec-
tions, remove it and wash the terminals with an am-
monia solution or a solution consisting of 114 pound
t
FRONT OF TRACTOR
TO
ST ARTER
SOLENOID
of baking soda added to one quart of water. Be sure
the vent plugs are tight to prevent cleaning solution GROUND TO BATTERY CAB LE TO
POSITIVE (+) POST
t
NEGATIVE (-) POST
from entering the cells .
After ~Ieaning , flush the outside of the battery, the

battery compartment, and surrounding areas of the
tractor with clear water. Examine the vent holes in
each battery cap to make sure they are open. 000000
Checking Specific Gravity
Use a battery hydrometer to check the specific
gravity of the electrolyte in each battery cell. Hold the R 21483
hydrometer vertical and take the reading. Correct the Single Battery Installation
reading by adding four gravity points (0 .004) for every
ten degrees the electrolyte temperature is above Before connecting the battery, make sure all elec-
80°F. or subtracting four gravity pOints for every ten tric switches and accessories are turned off. Remove
degrees below 80°F. A fully charged battery will have all corrosion from the battery terminals and connec-
a corrected specific gravity of 1.260. Charge the bat- tors . Connect the positive battery cable first. Before
tery if the reading is below 1.215 . connecting battery ground cable to battery , momen-
tarily touch it against the negative post. If there are
Checking Electrolyte Level no sparks, connect the ground cable. Sparks would
Check the level of the electrolyte (acid and water indicate an improper connection or a switch left on
solution) in the batteries at least every 50 hours of somewhere in the electrical system.
operation . Fill the battery cells to the bottom of the Tighten the clamps securely . Coat the terminals
filler neck . Use distilled water. If distilled water is not and connectors with vaseline mixed with baking soda
available, use any clean water that is fit to drink and to retard corrosion.
does not have a high mineral content.
NOTE: Since water and electrolyte will not mix

immediately, do not add water in freezing weather
unless the engine is to be run long enough (2 or 3
hours) to assure a thorough mixing of water and elec-
trolyte .
60 Service - Electrical System
t FRONT OF Preventing Damage to Alternator and Regulator

-:p::.-IIIIIIIII. TO .-.~ Failure to observe the following will probably result
in damage to the regulator, alternator , or both.
TO
o STARTER
SO LENO ID
t
(1) Never attempt to polarize an alternator.
o (2) Disconnect the batteries when working near or

when working on the regulator or alternator .
o (3) If either the regulator or alternator wiring is

disconnected, be sure that it is properly connected
'-
o BEFORE the batteries are connected .
o (4) The alternator field circuit between the alter-

nator and regulator must never be grounded when the
O~
key switch is on or the engine is running.
(5) Never ground the alternator output terminal or
the circuit between the alternator and the battery .
R 21 484
(6) The alternator must not be operated on an
Dual Battery Installation
open circuit (batteries disconnected or with a broken
or disconnected wire between the alternator and bat-
A CAUTION: BATTERY IS NEGATIVE GROUND-
teries). The high voltage resulting from open circuit
. . ED ONLY! Always connect the battery starter
operation may damage the alternator or regulator .
cable marked + to the POSITIVE battery post
marked +. Then, connect the battery ground cable to
Alternator Wiring Connections
the negative (-) post of the battery. Reversed polari-
ty connections of the battery or alternator will result in
permanent damage to the electrical system. Connect
the battery ground last to avoid sparks that could re- BLACK
sult in severe damage, burns or battery explosion.
Storing Batteries
I f the tractor is to be stored for more than 30 days,
remove the batteries. With the electrolyte level at the
bottom of the split ring, charge the battery before
storing it. After every 30 days the battery is in stor-
age, bring it back up to full charge. To minimize self
discharge, store the battery in as cool a place as pos- TO FUEL GAUGE SE ND ER
R17696N
sible so long as the electrolyte does not freeze. Elec-
trolyte at 1.220 specific gravity (corrected to 80°F.) If for any reason the alternator wires are discon-
will freeze at -31°F. At 1.260, the electrolyte will nected, connect them as shown in the illustration
freeze at -75°F . above .
Alternator and Regulator

The alternator located at the right-hand front side of
the engine provides electric current for charging the
batteries and for other electrical requirements of the
tractor. A transistorized regulator is mounted in the
battery compartment underneath the fuel gauge. The
regulator controls the voltage output of the alternator.
Service - Electrical System 61
Adjusting Belt Tension atures, be sure the engine crankcase oil is of the cor-
After every 200 hours of operation or whenever rect viscosity and quality.
necessary, check the belt tension .
See your John Deere dealer if these checks fail to
improve starter performance .
Starter-Solenoid Switch Connections

If the starter and solenoid switch wires and cables
are disconnected for any reason, connect them as
shown in the illustration below.
', '
SO LENO ID
Belt Adjus tm ent
Loosen the mounting bolt and adjusting cap screw.

R 21486
Apply outward force on alternator front frame until a
20-lb. force on belt midway between the pulleys will Starter Connections
deflect the belt 3/4-inch . (Can be measured using
JDST-28 belt tension gauge that is available from Circuit Breakers
your dealer.)
The electrical system is protected by a 20-amp
IMPORTANT: Do not pry on the rear half of the al- main circuit breaker located under the cowl beside
ternator housing as this may cause damage, the key switch. The main circuit breaker will reset it-
self in one minute after turning off the key switch and
Tighten mounting bolt and adjusting cap screw .
light switch .
Starter If the circuit breaker continues to open or the lights

The engine is cranked by means of a 12-volt elec- flicker or become dim intermittently, a bare or loose
tric starter , located on the right-hand side of the en- wire might be at fault. Check wiring for bare wires,
gine. The starter is built to carry a big load for a short loose, dirty or corroded connections. If further trouble
period of time . The electrical connection between occ·urs, see your John Deere dealer.
starter and battery is made by a solenoid switch
mounted on top of the starter. I n addition to the main circuit breaker, the cigar
lighter has its own circuit breaker. If the cigar lighter
If the starter responds normally , it can usually be fails to operate, its circuit breaker may be open and
considered to be in good condition. However, period- will need to be reset before it will function again.
ic checking of the starter and its connections may be
necessary . To reset the circuit breaker for the cigar lighter,
remove right-hand cowl. I nsert a wire into the small
Checking Causes of Sluggish Starter hole (next to the wiring terminal in fiber disc on light-
The usual causes of a sluggish starter (other than er) .
the starter) are run-down batteries, loose connec-
tions, defective wiring, or some condition in the en-
gine that puts a heavier load on the starter . Check the
batteries and the condition of the wiring . The wiring
connections should be clean and tight. At low temper-
62 Service - Electrical System and Clutch
Lights
Sealed-Beam Lamps
The tractor has two sealed-beam headlamps

mounted on the fenders . See page 22 for adjusting
instructions.
The tractor also has a combination rear lamp which

consists of a sealed-beam unit to provide a bright •
flood light and a single-contact bulb which glows
through the sealed-beam unit to provide a red tail-
light. See your John Deere dealer for replacement
sealed-beam units.
Bulbs
When red taillight does not light, replace the bulb
mounted on the inside of the taillight instead of the JAM NUT
sealed-beam unit. AND YOKE
R 18305
See your John Deere dealer for replacement bulbs Clutch Pedal Free Travel Adjustment
in the taillight, flashing warning lamp , and the indica-
Continuous-Running PTO Clutch
tor lamps on the instrument panel.
Pedal Position
Flasher
The flasher for the flashing warning lamp is located
directly under the temperature gauge inside the bat-
tery compartment on tractors without turn signals. On
tr~ctor with turn signals, the flasher is in the signal
controller. To gain access to the flasher , open the
cowl door .
•
NOTE: In some areas, flashing lights are prohibited
by local regulations . If necessary, disconnect orange
with white stripe wire from the W terminal of the light CAP
SCREW
switch. Disconnect the orange wire from the flasher R 18306
and connect the wire to the W terminal of the light
Clutch Pedal Position Adjustment
switch.
To position the clutch pedal for proper operation of
Transmission Clutch (Tractors Without the PTO clutch , loosen the clutch pedal arm-to-clutch
Reverser) pedal cap screw and pull rearward on pedal until cap
screw contacts front of slot in clutch pedal arm.
Tighten cap screw securely .
Free Travel Adjustment
Periodically check the clutch pedal free travel . When there are no requirements for power take-off
Readjust free travel to 1 inch whenever it drops tb operation for long periods of time, the continuous-
1 12-inch at the pedal pad. running PTO clutch may be locked out to save wear
IMPORTANT: Do not operate the tractor when on the clutch . To do this, loosen the pedal positioning
clutch pedal free travel is less than 1/2-inch. cap screw and depress the clutch pedal until the cap
screw contacts rear of slot in clutch pedal arm. Tight-
To adjust, loosen yoke from clutch pedal arm and en cap screw securely .
lengthen the clutch operating rod by turning yoke to
obtain 1 inch free travel (measured at the pedal pad) .
When 1 inch free travel is obtained install yoke on
clutch pedal arm and lock yoke with the jam nut.
Service - Clutch, Brakes , Tires, and Front Wheel Bearings 63
Transmission Clutch (Tractors With To bleed the brakes, first start the engine and run it
Reverser) with clutch engaged for at least two minutes. This will
permit the brake valve reservoir to fill with oil.
Attach a transparent bleeder tube to one of the

brake bleed screws located on top of the rear axle
housing and allow the tube to hang submerged in
transmission oil through the filler hole.
Unscrew bleed screw 3/4 turn , slowly depress

pedal on brake being bled , and allow it to return slow-
ly . Continue operating pedal until oil in tube is free of
air bubbles .
With brake pedal depressed , close bleed screw

securely. Remove bleeder tube and repeat operation
OPERATING JAM NUT on other brake.
R 18307 ROD AND YOKE
Clutch Pedal Travel Adjustment
TIRES
Tractors equipped with a reverser should have 5- Check the tire for ai r inflation (page 17) every 50
1/4 inch distance between the rear edge of engine hours of operation, or whenever necessary, and in -
mounting flange and rear face of clutch pedal pad. spect them for possible cuts or breaks that may ex-
This measurement is taken when the clutch pedal is pose the tire fabric. To prevent further damage, repair
depressed to the extent that the clutch release bear- the cuts or breaks .
ing contacts the clutch fingers . Readjust the linkage
when the measurement exceeds 5-3/4 inch . Protect the tires from exposure to oil , grease, fuel,
bright sunlight, and chemicals (including those used
To adjust the pedal travel, loosen the jam nut on for dusting and spraying) . Careless driving over sharp
the operating rod, remove pin from yoke and pedal objects shortens tire life.
arm , and adjust the yoke to give the correct pedal
travel. Be sure to tighten jam nut when completing
adj ustment.
Brakes It Hurtf
to get
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Brake Bleed Screws
Bleed the hydraulic brakes whenever brake pedals

bottom or brakes feel spongy when applied . Anytime
R 22 JS
the hydraulic brake system is disconnected, it will be
necessary to bleed the brakes.
64 Service - Front Wheel Bearings and Roll-Gard
FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS Clean all dirt and grease from bearings, spindles,
and hub assemblies .
The front wheels of your tractor are carried on roll-
er bearings. Check the front wheels periodically for
I nspect bearing cups and cones for damage or
bearing end play . Clean and pack the front wheel
excessive wear. If any part of a bearing is damaged,
bearings at the end of every 1000 hours of operation.
replace whole bearing.
Adjusting Bearings If a bearing cup must be replaced, drive out old

one and install new cup with cupped face outward.
2 3 4 9___~ ~
~ .~
~~
1 Examine grease seals for damage or hardened lips.
00 0
~ I OIl @... Replace seals if damaged.

@ "" 12
() \ \ '\ \ 10 11 Lubricate bearings by packing with wheel bearing
6 7 8
5 grease. Also coat seal lips with this grease. Assemble
wheels and install them on tractor. Always adjust
T 10709
front wheel bearings after they have been cleaned
and packed .
1-Special Bolts 7 -Outer Bearing Cone
2-Front Wheel Rim 8-0uter Bearing Cup
3-HubCap 9-Hub
ROLL-GARD
4-Cotter Pin 1O-Inner Bearing Cup When installing a Roll-Gard, tighten the cap screws
5-Slotted Hex. Nut 11-lnner Bearing Cone
sufficiently to hold the mounting plate flat against the
6-Washer 12-0il Seal
axle housing. Then in a diagonal sequence, tighten to
Front Wheel Assembly 50 ft-Ibs torque. Retighten the cap screws in the
same sequence to 300 ft-Ibs torque. After a few hours
To adjust the bearings, remove the hub cap and
service, retighten the cap screws and keep them
cotter pin. Raise the front of tractor and tighten ad-
tight.
justing nut to 35 ft-Ib torque. If the adjusting nut has
to be turned three or four castellations, remove the
CAUTION: A tractor roll-over may place a se-
wheel and inspect the bearings.
vere stress on the Roll-Gard structure. There-
fore, re-use of the Roll-Gard is not recommended if
After the adjusting nut is drawn tight, back it off to
its upright beams, cross-bar or attaching parts have
insert the cotter pin in the first hole. If one hole is
been bent, buckled or stretched.
aligned with a slot when the nut is tightened, back the
nut off to align the second hole with the nearest slot.
Both front wheels must be adjusted in the same man-
ner.
Cleaning and Packing Bearings

Raise front of tractor and remove hub cap. Pull cot-
ter pin from spindle and remove slotted nut. Slip off
special washer and outer bearing cone and remove
wheel and hub assembly. Then remove seal and inner
bearing cone from hub (see illustration) .
65
Tractor Storage
If your tractor is to be put in storage for several Disconnect the air intake pipe from the engine .
months, the following suggestions for storing it and Place 2 ounces of inhibitor in the engine air intake.
removing it from storage will help to prevent exces- Reconnect the air intake pipe. Pull the engine stop
sive deterioration. knob out. Turn the engine slowly for two revolutions.
Engine must NOT fire. Push the stop knob in.
STORI NG THE TRACTOR
Loosen the fan belt.
Use the AR41785 Engine Storage Kit or its equiva-
lent when storing the tractor . Storing a tractor without Remove, clean, and store the batteries as instruct-
using the storage kit may result in corrosion and a ed on page 60 .
short service life.
Seal the following tractor openings with the plastic
Change the engine crankcase oil before storing the bags and tape from the kit and use the check list on
tractor . Used engine crankcase oil will NOT protect the tag: air cleaner air inlet, exhaust muffler, crank-
bearings and other surfaces from rusting or corroding case breather tube, fuel tank ventilated cap, and the
during a storage period . With the engine warm, drain radiator overflow hose.
the engine crankcase, replace the filter element, and
fill the ·crankcase with new John Deere Torq-Gard Coat, with a grease or corrosion preventative, the
engine oil or its equivalent of the proper viscosity exposed metal surfaces such as axles and piston rods
(page41). of hydraulic cylinders.
Service the air cleaner. See page 46.
Drain, flush, and fill the cooling system . Use clean

soft water and John Deere Summer Coolant Condi-
tioner (T19566T) or, if freezing weather is anticipat-
ed , add enough antifreeze to protect the cooling sys-
tem from freezing :
Add 5 ounces of corrosion inhibitor from the stor-

age kit to the transmission-hydraulic system.
Drain the fuel tank and add back 2 gallons of fuel

and 3/4-pint of John Deere Diesel Fuel Conditioner to
the fuel tank.
Run engine to circulate coolant with the thermostat

open and to circulate the fuel conditioner. Cycle all
hydraulic functions including steering and brakes to
distribute the inhibitor to all hydraulic components .
Idtlillhl3' "'IITlllst AllIIN
Drain the fuel tank and add 5 ounces of inhibitor to
the fuel tank. TIl" til" fllIlS£1),1 R 23 80
Add 6 ounces of inhibitor to the engine crankcase.

66 Removing Tractor from Storage
Raise the tires so they do not touch the ground and Remove the batteries from storage. Install them on
protect them from heat and sunlight. the tractor and connect the cables (page 59). Adjust
the alternator belt tension (page 61).
When long term storage is anticipated , block the
clutch pedal in the disengaged position . Check the engine and the transmission-hydraulic
system oil level. Add oil if necessary (page 48).
Clean the exterior of the tractor, removing all mud, Check radiator coolant level (page 48).
dirt , grease , and other foreign material. To prevent
rust , touch up the painted surfaces where they may Fill the fuel tank.
have been scratched or chipped.
To help maintain the power and efficiency of your
Store the tractor in a dry protected place. If it is tractor, perform the recommended 500-hour service
necessary to store the tractor outside , always cover it (page 50).
with a water proof canvas or other suitable protective
material to protect the switches, instruments, tires , Unseal all openings in the engine and electrical
and other tractor components . system . Follow the check list provided on the tag with
the AR41785 kit.
REMOVING THE TRACTOR FROM
Operate the engine for a few minutes at slow idle to
STORAGE
make certain the tractor is in proper condition before
Use the following procedure to remove your tractor operating under load.
from storage and place it in service .
Remove all protective cover ings from your tractor.

Check the tires to be sure they are properly inflated
and then remove the blocking from the tractor.
A Careful Operator
IS THE BEST INSURANCE
AGAINST AN ACCIDENT
X 1285
67
Trouble Shooting
If your tractor shows a particular difficulty, check the symptoms listed on the following pages. Possible causes
and remedies are given for each symptom . If the trouble is not corrected after eliminating these possible causes
or remedies , consult your John Deere dealer .
ENGINE
Engine Hard to Start or Will Not Start Engine Runs I rregularly or Stalls
No fuel. Frequently
Low ambient air temperature . Low coolant temperature .
Use cold weather starting aids . Page 4. If water temperature gauge is not in normal range,
Low battery output. see " Below normal engine temperature." Page 68.
Check electrolyte level and specific gravity of each Clogged fuel filter.
battery. Page 59. Replace filter element. Page 54.
Excessive res istance in starting circuit. Water, dirt, or air in fuel system .
Clean and tighten all connections on batteries and Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system. Page 54.
starter . Page 59. Dirty or faulty injectors.
Crankcase oil too heavy . Have your John Deere dealer check the injectors.
Use oil of proper viscosity . Page 41 .
Improper type of fuel. Lack of Engine Power
Consult fuel supplier and use proper type of fuel for
operating conditions . Page 40 . Engine stop knob partially out.
Water , dirt, or air in fuel system. Engine overloaded .
Drain , flush, fill, and bleed system . Page 54. Reduce load or shift to lower gear.
Clogged fuel filter. Intake air restriction.
Replace filter element. Page 54. Service air cleaner. Page 46.
Dirty or faulty injectors . Clogged fuel filter.
Have your John Deere dealer check the injectors . Replace filter element. Page 54 .
I m proper type of fuel. Page 41 .
Engine Knocks Overheated engine.
See "Engine overheats." Page 68.
I nsufficient oil. Below normal engine temperature.
Call your John Deere dealer. Remove and check thermostat. Page 57 .
Injection pump out of time. Improper valve clearance. Page 57.
See your John Deere dealer. Dirty or faulty injectors .
Low coolant temperature. Have your John Deere dealer check the injectors .
See " Below normal engine temperature." Page 68. Injection pump out of time.
See your John Deere dealer.
Equipment improperly adjusted.
See equipment operator's manual.
I m proper ballast.
Adjust ballast to load. Page 16.
68 Trouble Shooting
ENG I N E-Continued
Below Normal Engine Temperature Engine Emits Black or Gray

Defective thermostat.
Exhaust Smoke
Remove and check thermostat. Page 57 . Improper type of fuel. Page 41 .
Clogged or dirty air cleaner.
Engine Overheats Service air cleaner . Page 46.
Defective muffler.
Engine overloaded. Engine overloaded.
Shift to lower gear or reduce load. Reduce load or shift to a lower gear.
Low coolant level . Injection nozzles dirty.
Fill radiator to proper level. See your John Deere dealer .
Check radiator and hoses for loose connections Engine out of time.
and leaks. Page 56 . See your John Deere dealer.
Loose or defective fan belt.
Adjust belt tension. Page 61.
Engine Emits White Smoke
Dirty cooling system radiator core , oil cooler, or grille
screens . I mproper type of fuel. Page 41 .
Remove all foreign matter from exterior of radiator Cold engine .
core , oil cooler , and grille screens . Page 57. Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
Cooling system needs flushing . Page 56 . Defective thermostat.
Defective thermostat. Remove and check thermostat. Page 57.
Remove and check thermostat. Page 57. Engine out of time .
Defective temperature gauge. See your John Deere dealer.
Check water temperature with thermometer and
replace gauge if necessary. Page 56 . Low Oil Pressure
Low oil level. Page 48.
High Fuel Consumption
I mproper type of oil.
I mproper type of fuel. Page 40. Drain and fill crankcase with oil of the proper vis-
Clogged or dirty air cleaner . cosity and quality . Page 41 .
Service air cleaner. Page 46.
Engine overloaded. High Oil Consumption
Reduce load or sh ift to lower gear . Page 9.
Improper valve clearance . Page 57 . Crankcase oil too light.
Injection nozzles dirty . Use proper viscosity oil. Page 41.
See your John Deere dealer. Oil leaks .
Engine out of time . Check for leaks in lines and around gaskets and
See your John Deere dealer. drain plug .
Equipment improperly adjusted.
See equipment operator 's manual.
Trouble Shooting 69
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
r Batteries Will Not Charge Starter Cranks Slowly

Loose or corroded connections . Low battery output.
Clean and tighten battery connections. Page 59. Check specific gravity of battery. Page 59.
Sulfated or worn-out battery . Check electrolyte level of battery. Page 59.
Check specific gravity of battery. Page 59. Crankcase oil too heavy. Page 41 .
Check electrolyte level of battery . Page 59 . Loose or corroded connections.
Loose or defective alternator belt. Clean and tighten loose connections. Page 59.
Adjust belt tension . Page 61 .
Replace belt. Page 61 . Engine Oil Indicator Light Stays On.
Low engine oil level.
Entire Electrical System Does Add oil of proper viscosity and quality . Page 41 .
Not Function Low engine oil pressure .
See your John Deere dealer.
Tripped circuit breaker .
Turn key switch and light switch off for 1 minute.
Engine Oil Indicator Light Does Not
Page 62.
Faulty battery connection .
Glow When Key Switch is Turned On.
Clean and tighten connections . Page 59. Lamp burned out.
Sulfated or worn-out battery. Replace lamp.
Check specific gravity and electrolyte level of bat-
tery . Page 59 . Alternator I ndicator Light Stays On or
Flickers On and Off.
Starter Inoperative
Engine at low speed.
Loose or corroded connections . Advance engine speed . Light should go out.
Clean qnd tighten loose connections. Page 59 . Loose alternator belt.
Low battery output. Adjust belt tension . Page 61 .
Check specific gravity of battery. Page 59 . Alternator not charging properly.
Check electrolyte level of battery . Page 59. See your dealer .
Tractor in gear.
Place shift lever in neutral. Page 10. Alternator I ndicator Light Does Not Glow
Tripped circuit breaker. When Key Switch is Turned On.
Turn key sw itch and light switch off for 1 minute.
Lamp burned out.
Page 61 .
Replace lamp.
Cigar Lighter Fails To Operate.

Circuit breaker tripped.
Reset circuit breaker. Page 61.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Entire Hydraulic System Fails to Function Oil Overheats

Low oil supply. Low oil supply . Page 48.
Fill ?ystem with proper oil to mark on dipstick. Oil cooler air passages clogged.
Page 48 . Clean oil cooler. Page 57.
Clogged filter. Clogged filter.
Relace filter . Page 51 . Replace filter. Page 51.
Hydraulic pump shut-off screw turned in too far.
Back screw out to internal stop .
Possible dirt in hydraulic pump.
Shut pump off and turn it on. Check filter for clog-
ging.
70 Trouble Shooting
ROCKSHAFT AND aUIK-COUPLER 3-POINT HITCH
Hitch 0 ro ps Slowly
I nsufficient Transport Clearance
Rockshaft speed-of-drop valve not set properly.
Center link too long. Adjust speed-of-drop. Page 24 .
Adjust center link . Page 26.
Lift links too long.
Hitch Too Active
Adjust lift links. Page 27.
Implement not level. Selector lever in wrong position.
Level implement by adjusting lift links. Place selector lever in an "LD" position.
Implement improperly adjusted.
See implement operator's manual. No Hitch Response to Draft Load
Selector lever in wrong position.
Hitch Fails to Lift Place selector lever in an "LD" or "L" position.
Excessive load on hitch.
Adjust auxiliary springs on implement or reduce Insufficient Hitch Response
load .
Negative stop screw adjustment incorrect ("L" selec- Rockshaft speed-of-drop too slow.
Adjust speed-of-drop.
tor lever position).
Adjust stop screw . Page 24 .
REMOTE HYDRAULIC CYLINDERS
No Float position
Remote Cylinder Will Not Lift Load
Stop plate not turned for float operation.
Excessive load . Turn stop plate. Page 30 .
·Adjust auxiliary springs on implement or reduce
load . Direction of Remote Cylinder Travel
Coupler lever not completely turned to unseat balls.
Attach hoses to coupling correctly. Page 31 . is Reversed
Improper hose connections.
Remote Cylinder Rate of Travel Too Reverse hose connections. Page 31 .
Slow or Too Fast
I ncorrect flow control valve setting.
Adjust rate of operation. Page 30 .
BRAKES
No Brakes
Air in system.
Bleed brakes. Page 63 .
Bleed screws left open.
Bleed brakes and tighten bleed screws. Page 63.
71
Specifications
HORSEPOWER :* HI-LO SHIFT (Optional):
Observed at PTO .. .. .. . .... . ... .... . . . 60 .65 h .p. Type . ....... .. Hydraulical ly actuated wet clutches.
Operation . .. . Shifting from Hi to Lo decreas-
ENGINE: es travel speed 21.4 percent.
Type ....... . Diesel , 4-cylinder, in-line, valve-in-head
Engine speeds : REVERSER (Optional):
Normal slow idle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 800 rpm Type .. .. .. . . Hydraulically actuated wet clutches.
Working range .... . .... . . . .... 1500 to 2500 rpm Operation .. . .. .... Reverse speeds 16 percent faster
Bore and stroke ... . .. . .. ... . . . . . 4.02 in . x 4.33 in . than corresponding forward speeds.
Displacement ....... ..... . . . . ....... 219.4 cu. in .
Compression ratio . . ....... . . ... . . ...... 16.2 to 1 POWER TAKE-OFF:
Firing order .......... .. . .. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . 1-3-4-2 Type ... .. . Continuous-running or independent. Con-
Intake valve clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 .014 in. tinuous-running PTO controlled by foot-
Exhaust valve clearance . . . ... . .. . . . ... . 0.018 in. operated disk clutch . Independent PTO
Injection pump timing . . . . . ..... . . .. . . .. TDC hydraulically actuated and controlled by
hand lever.
LUBRICATION SYSTEM . .... .... . Force-feed
pressurized with full-flow oil filter Speed (2100 engine rpm) Single speed-540 rpm
Dual Speed-540 rpm or 1000 rpm
COOLING SYSTEM : Mid PTO-1000 rpm
Type . ... .. .... . . . Pressurized with centrifugal pump
Temperature control .. ...... . . Heavy-duty thermostat Rear PTO ahead of drawbar
hitch point ... . . . ... . ....... . . 14 in. (540 rpm) or
CAPACITIES: 16in. (1000 rpm)
Fuel tank . . ...... .. . .. . .. . . . . ... .... 19-1/2 gals .
Cooling system . .. .. . . .. . . ....... . .... . . .. 12 qts. DIFFERENTIAL AND FINAL DRIVES :
Crankcase (including filter) ..... . .. .. . ...... . 6 qts. Type Planetary reduction final drives with
Transmission-hydraulic system ....... .. . ... 10 gals. spiral bevel gear drive differential.
Belt pulley . . . . .. ...... ... . .. . . .. . . .. .. 2-112 pts .
Differential lock . .... . Foot operated mechanical lock
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: spring-loaded out of engage-
Battery voltage . .. .. . . . . . ..... . .. . . ... ... 12 volts ment.
Battery specific gravity at full
charge (corrected to 80° F.) . . . . . .. ... .... 1.260 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM:
Battery terminal grounded ... .... .... . . . .. Negative Type . .. .......... Closed center, constant pressure
Standby oil pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 2250 psi
CLUTCH Single or dual stage , spring-loaded,
dry disk, foot-operated. BRAKES . ... . . ... Hydraulically actuated, wet-disk type.
TRANSMISSION :
Type .. . .... . . . . . . . ... ... ... . ..... Collar Shift
Gear selections .. . .. . . ... ... 8 forward and 4 reverse
Shifting . . .. . . 4 speeds each in high, low, and reverse
ranges. Park lock included.
* Maximum observed at 2500 rpm in official test.

72 Specifications
FRONT TIRES .... . ..... .. .. ... . . ...... 6.00-16 DIMENSIONS* :

7.5L-15 Height to top of hood ................ . .. 55-3/4 in .
7.50-16 Clearance (front axle) .... .... ... .... ... 19-5/8 in .
9.5L-15 Over-all height (including vertical muffler) .. 81-1/4 in.
11 L-15 Over-all width, min ........... . . . ....... 69-1/2 in.
27/9.5-15 Over-all length (with 3-point hitch) ... .... 139-1/2 in.
Wheelbase (maximum) :
REAR TIRES .... . . . . . .. . ... .. ........ . 13.6-28 (straight axle) ..... . ................. 85-3/4 in.
13.6-38 (sweptback axle) ...... ..... .. . ... .. 79-3/8 in.
14.9-28 Turning radius (minimum tread):
15.5-38 (straight axle) ................. .. ....... 121 in .
16.9-24 (sweptback axle) . . . .................. .. 116 in.
16.9-28 Shipping weight (approx .) ....... ... ... . .. 4800 Ibs.
16.9-30
18.4-26 * 14.9-28 rear tires and 6.00-16 front tires
REAR WHEEL TREAD. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. See page 13.
FRONT WH EEL TREAD ................ See page 12.
GROUND SPEEDS ............ . ... .. . .. See page 9.
(Specifications and design subject to change without notice.)
SERIAL NUMBERS
Record the Engine Serial Number Record the Chassis Serial Number
73
Index
A E
Air cleaner ... . . ..... . .. . .. .. ... .. ... .. 46,47 Electrical outlet socket ....... . . .. ....... .. .. 22
Alternator ......... .. ..................... 60 Electrical system service .................... 58
Alternator indicator light ...... . .. . . ... .. . .... . 3 Engine break-in . . . . . . ....... . .. .. ... . .... 7
Antifreeze ..... ................. . . . ....... 57 Engine idling .......... ............ . ..... . . . 6
Axle , front and rear .. . . .. . .. . . ........... 12,13 Engine speeds .... . . . .. ....... . .. ........ 6,50
Engine starting ..... . ..... . ...... . .. . ...... . 3
B Engine stopping .. . ................ . ... .. . .. 7
Ballast . . .. .. ............ . ....... ......... 17
Batteries .............. . .. . ............. 6,58 F
Belt, alternator ... . . .. .... . .. . .... ... . ..... 61 Fenders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ........... 21
Belt pulley . ... . . ..... .. . ... .. .... .... 37,50,51 " Float " adjustment, lift link . . . . . .......... 27
Bleeding brakes . . . . . .. . . . . . ... . .......... . 63 "Float" adjustment , remote cylinder .... . .. . 30
Bleeding diesel fuel system ...... ... . . .. . .... 55 Foot throttle ....... .. .... . . . ....... .. ... ... 6
Bleeding remote hydraulic cylinder ............ 32 Front axle ... ..... ... . ... .... ......... . ... 12
B o ost~r batteries ............ . ..... . ........ 6 Front end weight ... . . .................... . . 18
Brakes .. .. .. . .... .. ............. . ..... 12,63 Front wheel bearings ........ . .. .. .. ....... . 64
Breakaway co uplers .. . ... .. .............. .. 31 Front wheel toe-in ...... .. ...... . ......... . . 13
Breake r, circuit . . .. . .. . ............... .. . .. 61 Front wheel tread width . . . . . . . .. ... ....... . . 12
Breaking in engine .... .. . .. .. . . . . . . ......... 7 Fuels .... . .... . . ...... . . .. . ....... .. . . ... 40
Fuel filter . ... ... . .. . ... . .......... . ...... . 54
C Fuel injectors ............................. 55
Cast-iron weights . ... . . .............. . .. 18,19 Fuel pump . . .... . . . .... ... ........ . . .. . . .. 54
Center link ... . . ........... .. .. ..... . . ..... 26 Fuel system service .. ... ........... .... . . .. 53
Cigar lighter circuit breaker . .. . .. . ... .. .. .... 61 Fuel tank ... .. . . . . . . . ... ... ... . . . .. . .. .... 40
Clutch pedal ........... . .... . ... . .. . .... 2,62 Fuel storage ................ .............. 40
Cold weather starting aids .. . .. . . .. . ... .. .. ... 4
Controls . . .... . . . . ............... .. .... . .. . 2 G
Cooling system service . . . . .. .. . . . ....... . ... 56 Greases . . .. ..... . . . ........ . . .. .. . ....... 41
Couplers , breakaway ... ...... . .......... . .. 31 Grille screens .. . . . . .. .. ................... 53
Couplers, disconnect . .. . .. .... ... . ... ... ... 31 Ground speeds .... .. .. ..................... 9
Cowl door ......... .. ... ............... . .. 58
Cylinder , remote hydraulic . . . ...... . . . . .... .. 29 H
Hand throttle .. ..... . . ... .. ............. 6
o Highway driving ... .. . . .. . .. . . . . .. .. . . .. 10,22
Dealer services .. .... . . . . ... .. ............. 52 Hi-Lo shift ........... . .. .... . .... .. ..... 2,10
" Depth " control, implement ..... . . ... . .. . . .. . 23 Hood . . ... ... .... . ................. .. .... 53
Differential lock ........... .. ... . .. . .. . . . .. 11 Hydraulic brakes ..... . . .. ... .. . ... . . . . .. 12 ,63
Disconnect couplers . . ..... .. . ......... .. . .. 31
Draft links ........ . . ........ . . . . .. ....... . 26
Dra wbar ....... ... . . . ....... . .. . ......... 34
74 In dex
I-K
S
Safety rules ..................... . .. . . ... . . 38
Idling engine ..... . ............ . . .. . . ... . . . . 6
Seat .... . ... . ... . . .. . .. ....... . . . ......... 8
Indepen den t PTO ... . ...... .. .. . ... . ..... . . 35
Selective control ... . . . . ..... .. . . . .... .. . ... 29
Indi cator lights ... . . . .. . . .. . . .. ... . . ... . .. 2,3
Selector lever, rockshaft . . .. . . . .. . ..... . . ... 23
Injection pump .... . .. .. . . . . ... .. ..... .... . 53
Service . .. ...... . ......... .. .. . ... . . . .... 53
Instruments .. . ....... . . . .... . .... . . . ... ... . 2
Shift lever, transmission . . . .... . . . ......... . 2,9
Key switch , starter ......... . .. .. . ........ 2,3,7
Shift lever, Hi-Lo .. . . . . .. . . . .. ... . ..... . .. 2,10
Shifting transmission . . .. . ..... . . . . ... .. ..... 9
L Shifting Hi-Lo unit ....... . . . .. . .. . . . . . .. . ... 10
Lev eling implement . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .... . . ... . . 28 Specifications ......... . . . .... .. . .......... 71
Lift links . . . . ... . ......... . ..... .. . . . . . ... . 27 Specification s, fuel and lubricant . . . . . . . . . . . 40 ,41
Lift link float plate ..... . .. . ....... . .. . . . . .. . 27 Speed-hour meter .... . ..... . . . ... . .... . . , 2,42
Ligh ts ...... . ..... . ....... . ...... . . . . . .. . 21 Speeds, engine ..................... . ... , 6,50
Liqu id wheel weight . . . . . . . . ... . . . .. . . ... .. . 18 Starter .. . . . ..... . . . . . .. . ... . ... . . . ...... . 61
" Lo ad-and - Depth " Control . . .. . . . ... . . . . . . ... 23 Starting aids, cold weather .... .......... . . .... 4
Lubric ation , periodic . . .... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. ... 42 Starting engine . . ................... . .. . ... . 3
Stop, adjustable, remote cylinder ... .. . . ....... 32
M-O Stop, rockshaft, control lever .. . . . ..... .. ..... 23
Master shield , PTO .......... . . . . . ..... . .... 36 Stopping engine . . . ... . ... . . . .... .... ...... . 7
Mid PTO . .............. . ... . ... . ... ... . .. 34 Storage, tractor .. . ........... . ... . ... . ..... 65
Oil , lu br icat ing ..... . ... . .. . .... . . .... ... .. . 41 Sway blocks .. . . .. . .. .. . . . .. . ... . . . . . . . .. . 25
Oil pressur e ind ic ator light ....... .. . .. . . . ... 2,3
T
P-Q Thermostat .. . ....... . . ... .. . ..... .. . . . .. . 57
Parking tractor . .. .... .... . ... . . . . . .... . ... 10 Three-point hitch .......................... . 25
Periodic service ..... . .. . ... . ... . . .. .. .. .. . 42 Tire inflation charts .. .. .......... . .......... 17
Power take-off . ... . . . .... . ... .. .. . . .. ... . . 34 Tire service . . . . ..... . . . . . . ..... . .... . . . . .. 63
PTO guard ... . . . ... . ...... ... .... .. ... . . . . 36 Toe-in, front wheel ..... .. .. . ........ .. . . ... 13
Pre-cleaner . . .. . . .. ... . . . . ... . . . . .. ... .... 48 Towing tractor . ..... . ...................... 10
Qu ik-coupler ............ . . . . . ... .. .. . . ... . 28 Transmission-hydraulic system ...... . ... 48,51,52
Transmission shifting ...... . ........ . .. . ... .. 9
R Tread width, front and rear .. ..... . . ... . . . . 12,13
Radi ator .. . . . . . . .. ..... . .. . .. . . .... .. . 57 Trouble shooting ....... . . . ........ .. . . . .... 67
Rate-of-d rop , rockshaft ...... ... . .. . ... .. . . . 24
Rate of ope ration , remote cylinder . ...... . . .... 30 v-w
Rear axle .. . ... . . .. .... . ......... ...... . .. 13 Valve clearance, engine ... ... . .. . . . ......... 57
Rea r PTO ....... . .. . .... . . .. ........ . .. . . . 34 Warning lamps . .. . ..... . . .... . .. . . . ... . 21,62
Rear wheel tread width ........ . . . .. . .. . ... . . 13 Water temperature gauge . . ... . .... . ... . ... .. . 2
Regulator . . . . ........ . .... .. ..... . . ... . . . 60 Weights, front and rear wheel . .......... . . , 17,18
Remote cyl inder ...... . .... .. ...... .. .. .. . . 29 Wheels, front and rear .... . . . ..... . ...... 12,13
Revers er .. . . ..... . ..... . . . ... . .. . . . 11
Rock sh aft . . . . ......... .. . . ... . . . . . . . .. 23
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OPERATION .. .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . . ........ .. .... . ... . ............... . .... . .... . .. .. .. ... . .... 3

LUBRICATION AND PERIODIC SERVICE .... . . . .................... . ........ . . . .... . .. . ..... 42

SERVICE .. . ... . . . . ............................ .... . .......... . .. . . ..... . .. . .. . .. .. ...... 53

John Deere 2030 Tractor Equipped With Roll-Gard and Canopy

1-Remote Cylinder Operating Levers (Page 29)

1-Clutch Pedal (Page 10)

Drain sediment from fuel filter-see page 48.

OPERATING THE ENGINE

Before the starter will operate, the range shift lever

(2) Place the hand throttle in the 1200 rpm posi-

Engine Starting Controls

These aids are effective at low temperatures only

Before starting a tractor by towing, see page 10.

(5) As soon as engine starts, release key switch .

(6) Release clutch pedal. In cold weather, warm

This adapter is used to inject atomized starting

CAUTION: Ether starting fluid is highly flam-

To use the can of starting fluid, remove the safety

To inject a shot of starting fluid, momentarily push

Be sure to install the cap on the adapter when it is

Store starting fluid in a cool, dry, and protected

If the tractor has a hydraulic pump shut-off screw

After the engine has started, back the shut-off

NOTE: Oil will leak past the shut-off screw if it is

Electric Coolant Heater

h CAUTION: To avoid shock or hazardous oper-

Additional Battery ENGINE SPEEDS

IMPORTANT: Reversed polarity booster battery

See your John Deere dealer for booster batteries .

TRACTOR WARM-UP PERlo.D

A good way to do this is first to idle the engine at

It is good practice to operate the tractor for the first

NOTE: The foot throttle should not be used to in-

STOPPING THE ENGINE Before dismounting, be sure all equipment is low-

BREAKING IN THE ENGINE

With the following exceptions, the engine is ready

During the first 20 hours, do not use the foot throt-

Run the engine at 1500 rpm for a short time before

After idling the engine for a few minutes, move the

After stopping the engine, remove the key from the

OPERATING THE TRACTOR

Moving Seat to Upper Rear Position

Adjusting Seat for Operator's Weight and Height

Deluxe Seat ROLL-GARD, SEAT BELT,

Regular Seat. Lift back of seat and push seat to CANOPY

Adjusting for Height and Weight

SELECTING GROUND SPEED SHIFTING GEARS

Avoid overloading the tractor. When this occurs,

The range shift lever shifts between low, high, and

TRACTOR GROUND SPEED IN MILES PER HOUR

Collar Shift Transmission

1st 0.7 1.0 1.2 0.9 1.3 1.5

The gear shift lever can be used to select 1st, 2nd ,

RANGE SHIFT GEAR SHIFT

the same speed and pull power change as manually

. With the tractor stopped and the clutch pedal de-

When shifting from one gear to another or one

Gradually release the clutch pedal to take up the

Reverser Speed-Ot-Shift Adjustment TOWING THE TRACTOR

CAUTION: Never tow the tractor at a speed

When towing a disabled tractor , move both the

Tow tractors (without Hi-Lo or Reverser) for start-