Jo h n De e r e

21-Inch Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers

JS61 and JS63
OMGC00520 A1
OPERATORS MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere
Product
We appreciate having you as a customer and wish you
many years of safe and satisfied use of your machine.
Using Your Operators Manual
This manual is an important part of your machine and
should remain with the machine when you sell it.
Reading your operators manual will help you and others
avoid personal injury or damage to the machine.
Information given in this manual will provide the operator
with the safest and most effective use of the machine.
Knowing how to operate this machine safely and correctly
will allow you to train others who may operate this machine
This manual and safety signs on your machine may also be
available in other languages (see your J ohn Deere dealer
to order).
Sections in your operator's manual are placed in a specific
order to help you understand all the safety messages and
earn the controls so you can operate this machine safely.
You can also use this manual to answer any specific
operating or servicing questions. A convenient index
located at the end of this book will help you to find needed
information quickly.
The machine shown in this manual may differ slightly from
your machine, but will be similar enough to help you
understand our instructions.
RIGHT-HAND and LEFT-HAND sides are determined by
facing in the direction the machine will travel when going
forward. When you see a broken line arrow (------>), the
item referred to is hidden from view.
Setting fuel delivery beyond published factory
specifications or otherwise overpowering will result in loss
of warranty protection for this machine.
Before delivering this machine, your dealer performed a
predelivery inspection to ensure best performance.
This mower should be operated, serviced and repaired only
by persons familiar with all its particular characteristics and
acquainted with the relevant safety rules (accident
prevention). The accident prevention regulations, all other
generally recognized regulations on safety and
occupational medicine and the road traffic regulations must
be observed at all times.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out on this machine w<
relieve the manufacturer of all liability for any resulting
damage or injury.
Special Messages
Your manual contains special messages to bring attentior
to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as
helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all
the information carefully to avoid injury and machine
damage.
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Thi s symbol and text
hi ghl i ght potenti al hazards or death to the
operator or bystanders that may occur if the
hazards or procedures are ignored.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Thi s text is used to tell
the operator of actions or condi ti ons that might
resul t in damage to the machi ne.
NOTE: General i nformati on is gi ven throughout the
manual that may hel p the operator in the operation or
servi ce of the machi ne.
Machine Use
s Walk-Behind Mower is designed solely for use in
awn and turf mowing operations. Use in any
orer .vay is considered as contrary to the intended use.
e -anufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury
*es-:t Tg from this misuse, and these risks must be borne
sc e . oy the user. Compliance with and strict adherence to
" r ::ic :ions of operation, service and repair as specified
: =manufacturer also constitute essential elements for
re "ended use.
Introduction
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Record Identification Numbers
21-Inch Wal k-Behind Rotary Mowers
JS61 and JS63 PIN (100001-)
If you need to contact an Authorized Service Center for
information on servicing, always provide the product model
and serial number.
You will need to locate the model and serial number for the
machine and for the engine of your machine and record the
information in the spaces provided below.
DATE OF PURCHASE:
DEALER NAME:
peLtesvoqpfer , t /vn'a-
DEALER PHONE:
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (A):
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER (B):
Product Identification
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety....................
Operating...............
Replacement Parts
Service Intervals....
Service..................
Troubleshooting....
Storing Machine....
Assembly...............
Specifications.......
Index......................
All information, illustrations and
specifications in this manual are based
on the latest information at the time of
publication. The right is reserved to
make changes at any time without
notice.
COPYRIGHT2001
Deere & Co.
J ohn Deere Worldwide Commercial and
Consumer Equipment Division
All rights reserved
Previous Editions
COPYRIGHT2000, 1999, 1998, 1997
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Table of Contents
SAFETY
Safety Signs
M 5e.e*aJ important places on this machine safety signs
k aftxed intended to signify potential danger. The hazard
k certHed by a pictorial in a warning triangle (ik). An
anacsnt pictorial provides information how to avoid
I pBscnal injury. These safety signs, their placement on the
iiacrsne and a brief explanatory text are shown in this
I jpfcty Signs section.
Read Operators Manual
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MX7514
Avoid Injury From Rotati ng Bl ades
Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine
is running.
Avoid Injury From Thrown Obj ects
Do not operate mower without discharge chute or entire
grass bag assembly in place.
Stay clear while engine is running.
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades And
Thrown Objects
Do not operate mower without mulch cover or bagging
chute and entire grass bag assembly in place.
Stay clear of mower blades when engine is running.
Read operators manual.
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine
is running.
Safety -1
SAFETY
Grass Bag
Grass bag is subject to wear and deterioration.
Check grass bag frequently. Replace when necessary.
Use a J ohn Deere grass bag or an equivalent to comply
with safety specifications.
CE Certification, Specifications & Sound
Labels
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J OHN DEERE
1 Product Identification Number 1
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9 Model DATECODE IS
JS61 xxxxxxx 89
\ f c2001 33kW
v V 38.1kg 3000 m i n .-1
DEERE & COMPANY MOLINE, ILLINOIS | |
MADE IN U.S.A. 11
L. Conforms to B71.1 ANS11990 Safety Standards
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Pi cture Note: JS61
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J OHN DEERE
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| Model OATECODE
mm JS63 xxxxxxx
1 f 2001 3.3 kW
I V C 39.5 kg 3000 m i n .-1
DEERE & COMPANY MOLINE, ILLINOIS lb
MADE IN U.S.A. 11
L Conforms to B711 ANSI 1990Saf et ^ t an d g r d ^ ^
Pi cture Note: JS63
These labels on your mower indicate that this model has
been certified and is in compliance with European Directive
9S 37 EC (89/392EEC) Standards
Operate Safely
Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure har
is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or m
parts. Be sure proper guards, plates, grass catcher, cr
other safety protective devices are in good condition arr
fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments be*:
you operate.
Clear work area of objects that might be thrown. Kee:
people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if
anyone enters the area.
If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it.
Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine proper
maintained and in good working order.
Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.
Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light
Be sure of footing. Be especially careful when you pul
machine backwards with the engine running.
Mow across a hill - not up and down. Be careful when
you change direction on a slope. Do not mow excessive!',
steep slopes.
Do not mow wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
you to slip.
Keep a firm hold on the machine handle.
Do not wear radio or music headphones while operatir ;
the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.
Do not operate mower if you are under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
Safety - 2
SAFETY
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect
Children and Prevent Accidents
Protect Chil dren:
Never assume that children will remain where you last
saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay
alert to the presence of children.
Keep children in the house when you are operating the
machine.
Turn machine off if a child enters the area.
Use extra care when you come to blind corners, shrubs,
:'ees, or other objects that may block your vision.
Do not let children or an untrained person operate the
machine.
Help Prevent Seri ous Or Fatal Accidents:
Be alert at all times, people especially children can
~K>ve quickly into the area before you know it.
Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or
'oads.
Shut off blades when you are not mowing.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating
r>ades.
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
Do not operate the equipment when barefoot or wearing
open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.
Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing,
wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working
condition. Keep hardware tight.
To prevent them from getting caught, keep hands, feet,
clothing, jewelry, and long hair away from any moving
parts.
Before servicing machine, disengage all power and stop
the engine. Let engine cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must be
raised for service work.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed.
Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
SAFETY
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
its function and safety.
Avoid Injury from Contacting Blade
Before you unplug or adj ust machine:
Stop the engine.
Wait for blade to stop.
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from blade when
engine is running.
Handling Waste Products
Waste products, such as, used oil, fuel, and batteries,
can harm the environment and people.
Do not use beverage containers for waste fluids -
someone may drink from them.
See your local Recycling Center or J ohn Deere dealer to
learn how to recycle or get rid of waste products.
Handling Fuel Safely
Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable:
Do not refuel machine while you smoke, when machine
is near an open flame or sparks, or when engine is running.
Stop engine.
Fill fuel tank outdoors.
Prevent fires: clean oil, grease and dirt from machine.
Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Do not store machine with fuel in tank in a building
where fumes may reach an open flame or spark.
Prevent fire and explosion caused by static electric
discharge. Use only non-metal, portable fuel containers
approved by the Underwriters Laboratory (U.L.) or the
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM). If using
a funnel, make sure it is plastic and has no screen or filter.
Static electric discharge can ignite gasoline vapors in an
ungrounded fuel container. Remove the fuel container from
the bed of a vehicle or the trunk of a car and place on the
ground away from the vehicle before filling. Keep nozzle in
contact with container opening while filling.
When practical, remove equipment from trailers or truck
beds and refuel them on the ground. If this is not possible,
use a portable, plastic fuel container to refuel equipment on
a truck bed or trailer.
Do not use methanol gasoline. Methanol is harmful to
the environment and to your health.
Safety - 4
OPERATING
Engine Controls
A - Primer Bulb
Handle Controls
A - Blade Control Lever
B - Traction Clutch Lever
C - Starter Handle
D - Travel Speed Lever (JS63)
Handle and Cutting Height Controls
A - Fold Handle Knobs
B - Handl e Hei ght Knob
C - Cutti ng Height Levers
Adjusting Handle Height
NOTE: Handl e hei ght can be i ndependentl y adj ust ed to
three posi ti ons.
1.
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Remove knob (A) and bolt (B) on each side of handle.
Operating - 5
OPERATING
NOTE: If uni t is equi pped with bagger, bag may prevent
l oweri ng of handl e.
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2. Adjust bagger, if necessary, by removing clip (D) to
remove rod (E). Remove rod from lower position (F) and
insert in upper position as shown to lengthen bag.
3. Pivot handle to a desired height (C).
4. Install bolt (B) and knob (A) on each side of handle.
Adjusting Cutting Height
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotati ng bl ades are
dangerous. Before you adj ust cutti ng height:
Stop engi ne and wai t for moving parts to stop.
Pi cture Note: Left rear shown above.
Key Cutti ng Hei ght Adj ustments In mm (Inches)
(A) 25 mm (1 in.)
(B)
38 mm (1-1/2 in.)
(C) 50 mm (2 in.)
(D) 64 mm (2-1/2 in.)
(E) 75 mm (3 in.)
(F)
90 mm (3-1/2 in.)
(G)
102 mm (4 in.)
Pi cture Note: Left front shown above.
NOTE: Adj ust both levers to same hei ght except for
two l owest cutti ng hei ghts (A and B on fol l owi ng
chart). At two l owest cutti ng hei ghts, raise rear l ever
one notch hi gher than front lever. This adj ustment
all ows for increased ai r fl ow when baggi ng and si de
di schargi ng, and provi des a l arger exi t wi ndow for
cl i ppi ngs when mulching.
Begin at upper cutti ng hei ght, then adj ust downward
as desi red, to avoi d scal pi ng l awn with too l ow a
setting.
Testing Safety Systems
Operating - 6
OPERATING
A CAUTION: Avoi d injury! Engi ne exhaust fumes
contai n carbon monoxi de and can cause
seri ous il lness or death.
Move the vehi cl e to an outsi de area before
running the engi ne.
Do not run an engi ne in an encl osed area
wi thout adequate ventil ati on.
Connect a pipe extensi on to the engi ne
exhaust pipe to di rect the exhaust fumes out of
the area.
Al l ow fresh outsi de air i nto the work area to
clear the exhaust fumes out.
Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal
operation of machine.
If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, do
not operate machine. See your John Deere deal er for
servi ce.
Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep bystanders
away.
Testing Blade/Engine Control Lever
1. Start engine.
2. Release blade/engine control lever.
3. Listen for blade and engine to stop. Do not look under
mower to check blade.
Result: Blade and engine should stop within three
seconds. If blade and engine continue to run, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
Starting Engine
A CAUTION: Avoi d injury! Engine exhaust fumes
can cause sickness or death.
Run engi ne only in a ventil ated area.
If engi ne is run in an encl osed area, open doors
to bri ng in outsi de air.
IMPORTANT: Avoi d damage! To help prevent
damage to recoil starter and band brake, do not start
engi ne:
When bl ade is under load, such as, in heavy
grass.
When blade control lever is released.
1. Prime engine by pressing primer bulb (A):
COLD Engine - 3 times
WARM Engine - if engine does not start on first or
second pull, press primer bulb 1or 2 times
A CAUTION: Avoi d injury! When engi ne is
runni ng, bl ade is turni ng.
Keep hands, feet and clothi ng away from the
blade.
2. Hold blade control lever (B) against handle.
3. Pull starter handle until you feel resistance. Then pull
fast and steady.
Operating - 7
OPERATING
4. When engine starts, return rope slowly.
Forward Travel
To Travel Forward
To change travel speeds: (JS63)
NOTE: Mower travel speed can be changed when the
tracti on clutch l ever is engaged and the mower is
moving forward.
Pull and hold traction clutch lever (A) against upper
handle.
To Stop Forward Travel
NOTE: Rear wheel s will make a cli cki ng noi se when
mower i s pushed forward. This i ndi cates that the dri ve
trai n is operati ng correctly.
Release lever (A). Release traction clutch lever before
turning the mower.
Travel Speeds
Travel speed: (JS61)
1st Gear: 3.9 km/h (2.4 mph)
Travel speeds: (JS63)
1st Gear: 3.1 km/h (1.9 mph)
2nd Gear: 3.9 km/h (2.4 mph)
3rd Gear: 5.0 km/h (3.1 mph)
Raise or lower speed control lever (A) to engage desired
gear.
Stopping Engine
Rel ease handl e and levers:
Mower will stop.
Blade will stop.
Engine will stop.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If blade does not stop
wi thi n 3 seconds after you release bl ade stop lever,
see your John Deere deal er
Using Side Discharge Chute
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not operate mower
unl ess grass bag assembly, side di scharge
chute or mul ch guard is in place.
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Operating - 8
OPERATING
1. Release blade control lever to stop engine.
2. Remove mulch guard knob (A).
3 Lift and hold spring loaded mulch guard (B) up.
- Install side discharge chute (C):
Slide side discharge chute under mulch guard
mounting bracket.
Lower mulch guard.
Install and tighten knob (A).
Operating - 9
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Service Literature
If you would like a copy of the Parts Catalog or Technical
Manual for this machine call:
U.S. & Canada: 1-800-522-7448.
All Other Regions: Your J ohn Deere dealer.
Parts
We recommend J ohn Deere quality parts and lubricants,
available at your J ohn Deere dealer.
Part numbers may change, use part numbers listed below
when you order. If a number changes, your dealer will have
the latest number.
When you order parts, your J ohn Deere dealer needs your
machine serial number and engine serial number. These
are the numbers that you recorded in the Product
Identification section of this manual.
Part Numbers
ITEM PART NUMBER
Air Cleaner
Foam Pre-cleaner M143275
Paper Element M143278
Traction Drive Belt
J S61 GC00073
J S63 GC00081
Mulching Blade (Standard) GC00344
Spark Plug J ohn Deere M78543 or
Champion RC12YC
(Part numbers are subject to change without notice. Part
numbers may be different outside the U.S.A.)
Replacement Parts - m
SERVICE INTERVALS
Service Intervals
Please use the following timetables to perform routine
maintenance on your machine. Service procedures
included in this manual but not on this chart are to be
performed on an as needed basis.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If you operate mower
in extreme heat, dust or other severe condi ti ons,
servi ce more often than shown below.
Before Each Use
Check oil level.
After Each Use
Clean the mower.
Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation
Change engine oil.
Lubricate mower axles.
Lubricate drive shaft hub bushings.
Every 25 Hours Or Once A Year
Tighten blade bolt.
Clean or replace air cleaner paper element.
Clean and gap spark plug.
Clean belt and transmission area.
Change engine oil.
Lubricate mower axles.
Lubricate drive shaft hub bushings.
Service Intervals -11
SERVICE
Adjusting Carburetor
NOTE: Carburetor i s cal i brated by the engi ne
manufacturer and shoul d not requi re any adj ustments.
NOTE: If engi ne i s operated at al ti tudes above 1829 m
(6,000 ft.), some carburetors may requi re a speci al hi gh
al ti tude main j et. See your John Deere dealer.
If engine is hard to start or runs rough, check the
TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual.
After performing the checks in the troubleshooting section
and your engine is still not performing correctly, contact
your J ohn Deere dealer.
Avoid Fumes
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engi ne exhaust fumes
can cause sickness or death:
If it is necessary to run an engi ne in an
encl osed area, use an exhaust pipe extensi on
to remove the fumes.
Al ways try to work in a well ventil ated area.
Engine Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature
range during the period between oil changes.
The fol l owi ng John Deere oi ls are preferred:
TORQ-GARD SUPREME (SAE 30)
The fol l owi ng John Deere oi ls are also recommended,
based on thei r speci fi ed temperature range:
TURF-GARD(SAE 10W-30)
PLUS-4(SAE 10W-30)
Other oi ls may be used if above John Deere oil is not
avail able, provided they meet one of the fol l owi ng
speci fi cations:
SAE 10W-30-API Service Classification SG or higher
SAE 30-API Service Classification SC or higher
Checking Engine Oil Level
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you check or
add oil:
Stop engi ne. Let it cool .
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Change oil after fi rst 5
hours of operation.
1. Stop engine. Put mower on level surface.
2. Turn oil dipstick (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise and
remove from the filler tube.
3. Wipe dipstick off with a clean cloth.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! If oil level is bel ow
ADD mark, do not run engi ne.
4. Install dipstick.
Service -12
SERVICE
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5. Remove dipstick. Check oil level. Oil should be between
ADD and FULL marks shown on dipstick, not above FULL
mark.
6 Add oil, if necessary.
Install and tighten dipstick.
Changing Engine Oil
A CAUTION: Avoid injury!
Used oil will harm envi ronment and peopl e if
it is dumped on the ground or into a drain or a
body of water. Call your local Recycl ing Center
or John Deere deal er to learn how to recycle
used oil.
Engi ne may be hot. Use caution to avoi d
burns to the hands.
Fuel is highly fl ammabl e. To prevent fuel
spi ll age from occurri ng, drain fuel from tank
before ti ppi ng mower to drain oil.
VPORTANT: Avoid damage!
Change oil after fi rst 5 hours of operation.
* Change oil whi le engi ne is warm.
If mower is not operated 25 hours during the
-owi ng season, change oil before storing mower.
* Help prevent air cleaner damage and hard
sort i ng. Turn mower onto its left side when
servicing.
' ^a'k mower on a level surface.
1 Drain fuel from tank or run engine until fuel tank is
er-cry or near empty.
2 Srop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
4. Turn oil dipstick (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise and
remove from the oil filler tube.
5. Insert a plastic drain tube firmly inside oil filler tube
opening (B).
6. Place a drain pan on the left side of the mower.
7. Turn mower onto its left side.
8. Allow engine oil to drain from the dipstick filler tube
location into the drain pan.
9. After oil has drained, return mower to an upright
position.
10. Remove plastic drain tube. Clean area around filler
tube.
11 .Add 0.47 L (16 oz) oil through dipstick filler tube.
12.Install dipstick. Turn dipstick 1/4 turn clockwise to
tighten.
13.Remove dipstick. Check oil level. Add oil to FULL mark
if necessary.
14.Install and tighten dipstick.
15.Connect spark plug wire.
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Element
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
Section.)
Service -13
SERVICE
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces
can burn skin. The engi ne and components will
be hot if the engi ne has been runni ng. Al l ow
the engi ne to cool before servi ci ng.
2. Let engine cool.
3. Disconnect spark plug wire.
4. Clean dirt and debris from the air cleaner cover.
5. Loosen screws (A), and remove cover.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and debri s can
enter the engi ne through a damaged fi l ter element.
Do not wash paper element.
Do not attempt to clean paper element by tappi ng
agai nst another object.
Do not use pressuri zed air to clean element.
Repl ace el ement only if it is very dirty, damaged
or the seal is cracked.
7. Inspect the paper element without removing it. If the
paper element is damaged or dirty, remove and replace it
with a new element.
8. Clean air cleaner base carefully, preventing any dirt
from falling into carburetor.
9. Install foam pre-cleaner onto paper element and install
into air cleaner base.
10.CIose cover and tighten screws. Do not overtighten.
Cleaning and Gapping Spark Plug
CAUTION: Avoi d i nj ury! Before you remove
spark plug:
Stop engi ne. Let engi ne cool.
6. Inspect the foam pre-cleaner (B) without removing it. If
the foam pre-cleaner is dirty:
a. Remove it from the filter carefully, leaving the paper
element in the air cleaner housing.
b. Wash pre-cleaner in a solution of warm water and
liquid detergent.
c. Rinse pre-cleaner thoroughly. Squeeze out excess
water in a dry cloth until pre-cleaner is completely dry.
1. Disconnect spark plug wire (A). Remove spark plug (B).
2. Carefully wire brush carbon from plug. Do not clean it
with abrasives in a machine.
3. Inspect plug for damage. Replace damaged plug.
4. Adjust gap: 0.51 mm (0.02 in.).
5. Install and tighten plug to 20 Nmn (15 Ib-ft).
6. Connect wire.
Service -14
SERVICE
Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins
A CAUTION: Avoid i nj ury! Before you clean fins:
Stop engi ne.
Let it cool.
Wear eye protecti on to guard agai nst fl yi ng
debri s.
IMPORTANT: Avoi d damage! Keep fi ns clean or
engi ne may overheat.
'. Clean fins with brush, rag, or compressed air.
2. Blow compressed air under shroud.
Cleaning Drive Belt and Transmission Area
A CAUTION: Avoi d i nj ury! Before you remove
shi el d:
Stop engi ne. Let it cool .
Do not operate mower wi thout belt shi el d in
place.
1. Remove hardware (A) and belt shield (B).
2. Remove control cables (C) from belt shield notch (D).
3. Remove clippings from belt area and top of the
transmission.
4. Slide control cable into belt shield notch.
5. Install belt shield.
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Service -15
SERVICE
Checking and Replacing Drive Belt
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before removi ng belt
shi el d:
Stop engi ne and wai t for all moving parts to
stop.
Prevent burns by al l owi ng engi ne to cool .
Disconnect spark pl ug wi re.
Wear protecti ve gl oves when servi ce is
performed within the mower blade area.
Do not operate mower wi thout belt shi el d.
1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
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2. Remove hardware (A) and belt shield (B).
3. Remove control cables (C) from belt shield notch (D).
4. Inspect belt (E) for excessive wear or damage.
To Replace Drive Belt:
NOTE: On model JS61 only, the anti -rotati on bracket
must be removed pri or to pushi ng the dri ve sheave
forward to remove the dri ve belt.
Pi cture Note: view is from undersi de of di fferenti al .
1. Remove cap screw (F) and anti-rotation bracket.
A CAUTION: Avoi d injury! Wear protecti ve
eyewear when removi ng bel t from dri ve
sheave. Tension spring may come loose.
2. Push drive sheave (G) forward to relieve spring tension
on belt.
Service -16
SERVICE
NOTE: Tensi on spri ng (H) may come l oose when bel t is
removed.
3 Remove belt from drive sheave.
- Move belt into underside of mower deck.
5. Turn mower onto its left side.
5 Remove mower blade. (See Check Blade in this
section.)
7. Remove drive belt from blade sheave.
5. Install new drive belt to blade sheave.
9 Insert belt through deck opening (I).
10.lnstall tension spring (H) if removed.
11 .Check that drive belt is installed on engine sheave.
12.Push drive sheave (J ) forward and install belt to sheave.
13.Install anti-rotation bracket and secure with cap screw.
I4.lnstall mower blade.
Tighten mower blade bolt to 75 Nm(55 Ib-ft).
15.Lower mower.
16.Slide control cables into belt shield notch.
17.lnstall belt shield and connect spark plug wire.
NOTE: Transmi ssi on cabl e adj ustment can be
performed wi thout removi ng bel t and pull ey. The bel t
and pul l ey have been removed for cl ari ty of pi ctures.
3.
Adjusting Transmission Cable (JS63)
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Help prevent bodi l y
injury. Before removi ng bel t shiel d:
Stop engi ne and wai t for all moving parts to
stop.
Prevent burns by all owi ng engi ne to cool.
Di sconnect spark pl ug wi re.
Wear protecti ve gl oves when servi ce is
performed within the mower bl ade area.
Do not operate mower wi thout belt shi el d.
4. Push drive sheave (E) forward to relieve spring tension
on belt and remove drive belt (F).
5. Remove E-clip (G) and drive sheave.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Wear protecti ve eye
wear when removi ng bel t from dri ve sheave,
Tensi on spring may come loose.
2. Remove hardware (A) and belt shield (B).
1. Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
M96556
Remove control cables (C) from belt shield notch (D)
Service -17
SERVICE
6. Measure the clutch spring length (H) in the relaxed
position. Record this value.
7. Engage the transmission bail (at handle bar) and
measure the spring length in the extended position (I).
8. The spring extension length (the difference between A
and B measurements) must be 10 mm (0.390 in.).
9. To adjust spring extension, use an 8 mm wrench,
loosen (do not remove) the cable mount bracket capscrews
(J)
NOTE: For transmission clutch to operate properly,
there must be a certai n amount of spri ng pressure
engagi ng the cones or the transmi ssi on wi ll sl i p and
not dri ve the wheels.
10.SIide bracket (K) the required distance to obtain the 10
mm (0.390 in.) spring extension length (difference between
the length of the relaxed spring and the length of the
extended spring). Tighten capscrews.
11.Repeat steps 6-8 to verify the 10 mm (0.390 in.) spring
extension length.
12. Install cables through notch in cover.
13. Install cover and secure with hardware.
14. Connect spark plug wire.
15.Start engine and verify the transmission is operating
properly.
NOTE: Make sure transmi ssi on i mmedi atel y
di sengages when tracti on clutch l ever is released.
16. If transmission does not disengage when lever is
released, reduce spring extension length and check that
transmission is operating properly.
Lubricating Drive Shaft Hub Bushings
Service Interval: Lubricate drive shaft hub bushings every
25 hours or once a year.
men
Service -18
SERVICE
' Remove hardware (A) and belt shield (B).
2 Remove control cable (C) from belt shield notch (D).
3. Tilt mower slightly to one side. Lubricate driveshaft hub
bushing (E) with a few drops of light weight motor oil.
Repeat procedure for other side.
4. Slide control cables (C) into belt shield notch (D).
5. Install belt shield.
Lubricating Mower Axles
Service Interval: Lubricate each mower axle every 25 hours
or once a year.
1. Tip mower to one side to elevate mower wheels slightly
off the ground. Use a wood block to keep side of mower in
a raised position.
2. Remove plastic hubcaps (A).
Use a screwdriver in slot (B) to pry the hubcap from
each wheel.
3. Remove locknut (C).
4. Remove wheel from each axle.
M93050
5. Apply a light coating of grease to each axle (D).
6. Install wheels, hardware and hubcaps.
7. Lower mower.
8. Repeat procedure on other side of mower.
Service -19
SERVICE
Checking and Removing Blade
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Servi ce blade safel y:
Stop engi ne. Let it cool .
Di sconnect spark pl ug wi re.
Wear gl oves or wrap blade with a rag.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To help prevent air
cl eaner damage and hard starti ng:
Turn mower on its left side.
NOTE: Sharpened edges on bl ade ti ps must face
upward when i nstal l i ng blade.
Checki ng Blade:
Replace damaged blade.
Keep original bevel (A) when you grind.
Blade should have 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge (B).
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Bal ance bl ade after
you sharpen it. An unbal anced bl ade may cause
excessi ve vibrati on.
Balancing and Installing Blade
M61524
Tighten bolt (A) to 75 Nm(55 Ib-ft).
Sharpen dull blade. (See Sharpening Blade in this
section.)
Removing Blade:
Remove bolt (A), washer (B), and blade.
Sharpening Blade
1. Clean blade. Put it on a nail in vise or on a wall. Heavy
end of blade will drop. Grind bevel of heavy end. Do not
change bevel.
2. Install blade, washers (cup-side against blade), and
bolts.
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Wear gloves and
goggl es when sharpeni ng, bal anci ng or
instal l i ng blade.
Sharpen blade with grinder, hand file or electric blade
sharpener.
3. Tighten bolts to 75 Nm(55 Ib-ft).
Filling Fuel Tank
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Avoi d spi ll i ng fuel .
Fuel can damage pl asti c and pai nted surfaces.
Do not mix oil with gasol i ne. Unl eaded gasol i ne
wi th an octane rating of 87 or hi gher is
recommended.
Fuel tank capaci ty is 1.5 L (1.6 qt).
Service - 20
SERVICE
1 Stop engine. If engine is hot let it cool several minutes
oefore you add fuel.
2 Remove grass clippings and other trash from tank area.
3 Remove fuel cap (A).
- Fill tank with fresh fuel only to bottom of filler neck.
5 Install fuel cap.
Cleaning Fuel Cap Vents
f A T
M CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you remove
cap:
Stop engi ne. Let it cool .
Do not smoke.
* Remove fuel cap.
2 Check two vents (A) under metal ring and vent in top,
center of cap.
3. Clean cap and vents in nonflammable solvent. Let cap
dry.
4. Install cap.
Service - 21
TROUBLESHOOTING
Using Troubleshooting Chart
If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this
chart, see your authorized J ohn Deere dealer.
When you have checked all the possible causes listed and
you are still experiencing the problem, see your authorized
J ohn Deere dealer.
IF CHECK
Engine Will Not Start Prime engine (Cold - three times, Warm - one or two times)
Fuel tank is empty.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Disconnected or dirty spark plug.
Engine Starts Hard Or Loses Power Dirty fuel tank cap vents.
Stale or dirty fuel.
Dirty air cleaner element.
Disconnected or dirty spark plug.
Engine Runs Rough Carburetor needs to be cleaned.
Disconnected or dirty spark plug.
Dirty air cleaner element.
Dirty cooling fins.
Engine Overheats Dirty blower housing and cooling fins.
Improper oil level.
Engine Vibrates Too Much Loose blade bolt.
Blade dull.
Blade improperly balanced.
Bent blade or crankshaft.
Mower Mows Unevenly Pushing mower too fast.
Mowing too fast around corners and mowing pattern not changed.
Insufficient overlapping of cuts when mowing.
Blade dull or not balanced.
Bagging Chute Plugs Grass not dry.
Cutting height not raised high enough.
Dirty or full grass bag.
Mowing too fast.
Mower Will Not Self-propel Traction belt broken.
Traction belt jumped off pulley.
J S63 Only, Adjust Transmission Cable
Traction cable stretched or broken.
Troubleshooting - 22
TROUBLESHOOTING
IF CHECK
Mulched Grass Appearance Is Poor: Clumps,
Excessive Clippings, Rough Cut, Etc.
Grass buildup under deck.
Travel speed too fast.
Blade dull or not balanced.
Cutting height set too low.
Tall grass conditions may dictate that more overlapping of cuts is
required.
Troubleshooting - 23
STORING MACHINE
Storing Safety
A CAUTION: Avoid i nj ury! Engi ne exhaust fumes
can cause sickness or death.
If it is necessary to run an engi ne in an
encl osed area, use an exhaust pipe extensi on
to remove the fumes. Al ways try to work in a
wel l ventil ated area.
Do not store mower with fuel in the tank
inside a bui l di ng where fumes may reach an
open fl ame or spark.
Al l ow engi ne to cool before stori ng in any
encl osure.
Preparing Machine for Storage
1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if
necessary. Tighten loose hardware.
2. Remove belt shield. Clean belt and transmission area.
Do not use water to clean this area. Install shield.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use high
pressure spray when cleani ng under the deck. High
pressure spray may cause damage to clutch and
transmi ssi on parts.
3. Clean under the deck.
4. Sharpen mower blade.
5. Paint scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent
rust.
6. Apply light coat of engine oil to pivot and wear points to
prevent rust.
7. Lubricate grease points.
NOTE: Try to anti ci pate the l ast ti me the mower wi ll be
used for the season so very li ttl e fuel i s l eft in the fuel
tank.
2. Start mower and allow to run until it runs out of fuel.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Stale fuel can produce
varnish and pl ug carburetor components and affect
engi ne performance.
Add fuel condi ti oner or stabi l i zer to fresh fuel
before fi l l ing tank.
3. Mix fresh fuel and fuel stabilizer in separate container.
Follow stabilizer instructions for mixing.
4. Fill fuel tank with stabilized fuel.
5. Run engine for a few minutes to allow fuel mixture to
circulate through carburetor.
Engine:
Engine storage procedure should be used when machine is|
not to be used for longer than 60 days.
1. Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm.
2. Service air filter if necessary.
3. Clean debris from engine air intake.
4. Remove spark plug. Put 30 mL (1 oz.) of clean engine
oil in cylinders.
5. Install spark plug, but do not connect spark plug wire.
6. Start the engine and run for approximately five seconds
to allow oil to be distributed.
7. Clean the engine and engine compartment.
8. Store the mower in a dry, protected place. If vehicle is
stored outside, put a waterproof cover over it.
Folding Handles
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Fuel:
If you have been using Stabilized Fuel, add stabilized fuel
to tank until the tank is full.
NOTE: Fi l l i ng the fuel tank reduces the amount of ai r in
the fuel tank and hel ps reduce deteri orati on of fuel.
If you are not using Stabilized Fuel:
1. Park mower in a well-ventilated area.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Prevent damage to
mower control cables:
Do not crimp cabl es when fol di ng handl e bars.
Do not attempt to fol d upper mower handle
upward.
1. Remove grass bag and bagging chute.
Storing Machine - 24
STORING MACHINE
2 Remove starter handle (A) from bracket.
5. Carefully fold lower handle (F) forward. Guide cables
inside lower handle. Do not crimp cables.
6. Install carriage bolts and knobs in bracket.
Removing Mower From Storage
1. Unfold handles. Tighten knobs. Do not crimp cables.
2. Check engine oil level.
3. Connect wire to spark plug.
4. Inspect shields, safety devices and hardware.
5. Lubricate rear axle bushings.
6. Push primer bulb three times to prime engine.
- -smove knob (D) and carriage bolt (E) from each side.
MX8441
3 Loosen knob (B) 25 mm (1 in.) on each side. Carefully
riv:' jpper handle (C) down.
ASSEMBLY
IMPORTANT: Avoi d damage! Prevent damage to
mower control cabl es when instal l i ng handle
assembl y. Do not pinch or crimp control cables.
Control cabl es must be i nside of handl e and
unrestricted before ti ghteni ng hardware.
Unfold Handles
Add Engine Oil
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Engi ne is shi pped
wi thout oil.
You must add oil before running the engi ne. See
Servi ce secti on for correct oil appl icati on.
i- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
1. Park mower on a level surface and clean area around oi
dipstick.
Pull and install starter rope (A) onto rope guide (B)
mounted on the right side of the handle.
MX8441
4. Carefully pull folded handle assembly rearward and
align the handle hole with the desired height setting hole in
bracket (C).
5. Install carriage bolt (D) from the inside through hole in
bracket and through handle on each side of handle. Use
same hole on each side.
NOTE: If handl e hei ght is not satisfactory, move handl e
to another hol e and hei ght posi ti on.
6. Install and tighten knob (B) on each bolt. Both handle
knobs should be positioned on the outside of the handles.
1. Carefully remove mower from shipping carton.
M92146
7. Pivot upper portion of handle assembly to a straight and
aligning position. Hold handle and tighten knob (A) on each
side.
Install Starter Rope
NOTE: To make instal l ati on of the starter rope onto the
rope gui de easier, hol d the bl ade control l ever agai nst
the handl e while pul l i ng the starter rope.
2. Loosen knob (A) approximately 25 mm (1 in.) on each
side of upper handle.
3. Remove knob (B) and carriage bolt from each side.
MX8443
Assembly - 26
ASSEMBLY
Test Mower
16
}ht and 2 Turn oil dipstick (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise. Remove
in each : ostick.
2 Add 0.47 L (16 oz.) oil through dipstick tube.
- Check oil level:
Install dipstick, turn it clockwise 1/4 turn and tighten
it.
i/o the
gainst
Remove dipstick.
1. Connect spark plug wire (A) to spark plug.
2. Put enough fuel in fuel tank to test mower operation.
3. Press primer bulb (B) three times to prime engine.
MX7488
Check oil level: Oil should be between ADD and
FULL marks on dipstick. If not, add oil.
i "stall and tighten dipstick.
K Remove "No Oil" tag from top of engine.
4. Hold blade control lever (C) against handle.
5. Start engine and check mower operation. (See
Operating section.)
und oil!
Assembly - 27
SPECIFICATIONS
En g i n e
Manufacturer.......................................................................................................................................................Briggs & Stratton
Model Ser i es........................................................................................................................................................................ 121602
Horsepower........................................................................................................................................................... 4.8 kW (6.5 hp)
Cy c l e................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Valve Type................................................................................................................................................ Over Head Val ve (OHV)
Choke............................................................................................................................................................................ Primer Bulb
Di spl acement .............................................................................................................................................. 190 cc (11.59 cu in.)
Bore & St r oke................................................................................................................................. 68 x 52 mm (2.64 x 2.04 in.)
Operati ng Range.................................................................................................................................................... 3000-3200 rpm
Spark Pl ug............................................................................................................John Deere M78543 or Champi on RC12YC
Spark Plug Gap................................................................................................................................................ 0.51 mm (0.02 in.)
Spark Plug Tor que...............................................................................................................................................20 Nm (15 Ib-ft)
St ar t er ........................................................................................................................................................................................ Recoil
Air Cl ean er .................................................................................................................. Paper El ement wi th Foam Pre-Cl eaner
Tr av el Sp eed Ran g e
JS61
Fi rst G e a r .........................................................................................................................................................3.9 km/h (2.4 mph)
JS63
First G e a r ......................................................................................................................................................... 3.1 km/h (1.9 mph)
Second Gear .................................................................................................................................................. 3.9 km/h (2.4 mph)
Third Gear ....................................................................................................................................................... 5.0 km/h (3.1 mph)

Cap ac i t i es
Fu el ................................................................................................................................................................................. 1.5 L (1.6 qt)
Engine O i l .....................................................................................................................................................................0.47 L (16 oz)
Grease ............................................................................................................................................................................ as needed
Mac h i n e Sp ec i f i c at i o n s
Deck Mat er i al .............................................................................................................................................................................Steel
Adj ustabl e Han d l e............................................................................................................................................................ Standard
Rear Grass Bag
J S61...................................................................................................................................................................................... Available
JS63...................................................................................................................................................................................... Available
Side Di scharge Ch u t e...................................................................................................................................................... Standard
Specifications - 28
SPECIFICATIONS
lb-ft)
tecoil
eaner
Steel
dard
lable
lable
dard
Mul chi ng...................................................................................................................................................................
ratton Mower Blade Bolt To r q u e........................................................................................................................................ ~5
21602 Safety Syst em..........................................................................................................................................................
.5 hp)
. . . 4
(OHV)
r Bul b
;u in.) Mower Wei ght wi thout Att achments
)4 i n.) JS61 .......................................................................................................................................................................... 367 r =
0 rpm JS63 .........................................................................................................................................................................38.6 <: H t
12YC Cutting Hei ght Ran g e.................................................................................................................................. 2.5-10.2 =t t "~i r
)2 in.) Cutting Wi d t h .......................................................................................................................................................... 53-3 or 2~m
Dimensions
Wheel Si ze................................................................................................................................................................. * 125
Recommended Lubricants
Engine O i l ................................................................................................ TORQ-GARD SUPREME (SAE 30 or SAE ISW-30)
Grease...............................................................................................John Deere MOLY HIGH TEMPERATURE EP GFEASE.
...................................................................................................................... John Deere HIGH TEMPERATURE EP GFEASE.
.................................................................................................................................................... John Deere GREASE GA = D' .
mPh) Specifications and design subject to change without notice)
Sound Measurements
mph)
mph) Averaged Sound Level at Work Station According to 79/113/EEC and 84/538/EEC (with all the ammendments
JS61 and JS63 ................................................................................................................ 85 dB(A) at 3000 r/min engine speed
.6 qt) v 'bration
6 oz) Maximum Weighted Root Mean Square Acceleration (Hand/Arm measured per EN1033)
eded JS61 and J S6 3 .................................................................................... did not exceed 2.5 m/s2 at 3000 r/min engine speed
Specifications - 29
JS61 and JS63 Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers
Deere & Company
John Deere Road
Moli ne, IL 61265-8098 USA
I, the undersigned,
declare that these machines
Ty pe.............................................................................................................................................................................................. JS61
Serial Number.....................................................................................................................................................................GXJS61V
Ty pe.............................................................................................................................................................................................. JS63
Serial Number.....................................................................................................................................................................GXJS63V
comply with the applicable requirements of:
Machine Di rect i ve......................................................................................................................................98/37/EC (89/392/EEC)
EMC Di rect i ve............................................................................................................................... ..................................89/336/EEC
Done at:
John Deere Horicon Wor ks............................................................................................................................... 5 January 2001
DANIEL J. REILLY
VICE PRESIDENT, MANUFACTURING AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Declaration of Conformity - 30
CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY
JS61 Walk-Behind Rotary Mower
John Deere Hori con Works
Horicon, Wi sconsi n 53032, USA
I, the undersigned,
certify that the lawn mower:
Cat egor y.......................................................................................................................................................Combusti on Engine
Ty pe.............................................................................................................................................................................................. JS61
Serial Number ...................................................................................................................................................................GXJS61V
Engi ne............................................................................................................................................................... Gasol i ne, 4 stroke
Engine Manuf act urer................................................................................................................................. Briggs and Stratton
Speed of Rotati on of the Cutti ng Dev i c e.................................................................................................................. 3000 rpm
Type of Cutti ng Uni t ............................................................................................................................................................... Rotary
Wi dth of C u t ............................................................................................................................................................ 53.3 cm (21 in.)
Sound Power Level .........................................................................................................................................................100 dB(A)
Tested By............................................................................................................................. TUV Ameri ca at Bradenton, Fl orida
Test Report Number....................................................................................................................................................... C9700011.1
Test Exami nati on Number ................................................................................................................................. AW6/2115/19-00
Dat e....................................................................................................................................................................18 December 2000
complies with the provisions contained in Directive 84/538/EEC
DANIEL J. REILLY
VICE PRESIDENT, MANUFACTURING AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Certificate of Conformity - 31
CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY
JS63 Walk-Behind Rotary Mower
John Deere Horicon Works
Hori con, Wi sconsi n 53032, USA
I, the undersigned,
certify that the lawn mower:
Cat egor y.......................................................................................................................................................Combusti on Engi ne
Ty pe........................................................................................ .....................................................................................................JS63
Seri al Number Range ..................................................................................................................................................... GXJS63V
Engi ne............................................................................................................................................................... Gasoli ne. 4 stroke
Engine Manuf act urer ................................................................................................................................. Briggs and Stratton
Speed of Rotation of the Cutti ng Devi ce.................................................................................................................. 3000 rpm
Cutti ng Unit Ty p e................................................................................................................................................................... Rotary
Cutti ng Wi d t h .......................................................................................................................................................53.3 cm (21 in.)
Sound Power Level .........................................................................................................................................................100 dB(A)
Tested By............................................................................................................................. TUV America at Bradenton. Flori da
Test Report Number...................................................................................................................................................... C9700011.3
Test Examinati on Number ................................................................................................................................. AW6/2115/21-00
Dat e................................................................................................................................................................... 18 December 2000
complies with the provisions contained in Directive 84/538/EEC
DANIEL J. REILLY
VICE PRESIDENT, MANUFACTURING AND PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
Certificate of Conformity - 32
OPERATOR S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT
THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE MADE SINCE THE PRINTING OF YOUR OPERATORS MANUAL
The following information supersedes that which is found in your Operators Manual. The Certificate of Conformity and
Declaration of Conformity documents within your Operators Manual no longer apply. The have been replaced by the
attached Declaration of Conformity.
CE Certification, Specification and Sound Label
JOHN DEERE
Product IdentificationNumber
00*
Model
JS61
Cfi
[ ]
38.1kg
CATECODE
XXXXXXX
3150 min. -1
DEERE & COMPANY MOUNE, ILLINOIS
MADE INLLSlA.
Conforms to B 7 1.1 ANSI 1990 S
M L wa
l O O d B
JOHN DEERE
Product Ident if icat ion Nu mb er
00*
Model
JS63
L5kg
DA TECODE
XXXXXXX
3150 min. -1
DEERE &COMPANY MOUNE, ILLINOIS
<5>
JOHN DEERE
Pr oduc t Ident if icat ion Number
0000*
Model
JS63C
C
[ ]
42J2 kg 3150 min. -1
MOUNE, 1LUNOIS
>

A - JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower

B - JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower
C - JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower
This label on your machine indicates that this model has been certified and is in compliance with European Directive 98/
37EEC (89/392EEC) and 2000/14/EC Standards.
Fast Idle Engine Speed
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ...........................
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ...........................
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower .........................
Speed of Rotation of the Cutting Device
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ..........................
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ..........................
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ........................
3050 r/min engi ne speed 100 r/min
3050 r/min engi ne speed 100 r/min
3050 r/min engi ne speed 100 r/min
3150 r/min
3150 r/min
3150 r/min
English - Page 1 GX21021 L1 12/5/01
OPERATORS MANUAL SUPPLEMENT
Sound Measur ement s
Averaged Sound Level at Wor k Stati on Accordi ng to EN836-A2
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ................................................................................ 83.3 dB(A) at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ................................................................................ 83.3 dB(A) at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower .............................................................................. 83.3 dB(A) at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
Vi br at i on Measur ement s
Hand/Arm Measured Per EN836-A2
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ..................................................................................... 4.2 m/s2 at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo w er ..................................................................................... 4.2 m/s2 at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ...................................................................................4.2 m/s2 at 3150 r/mi n engi ne speed
NOTE: The value l i sted above r epresent s the maxi mum wei ghted root mean square accel erati on.
English - Page 2 GX21021 L1 12/5/01
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
JS61, JS63 and JS63C Walk-Behind Rotary Mowers
Manufacturer
Deere & Company
J ohn Deere Road
Moline, IL 61265-8098 USA
Owner of Techni cal Documentati on
Reinhard Frank
Deere & Company
J ohn Deere Werke Mannheim
Windeckstr. 90
Mannheim, Germany D-68163
Not i f i ed Body
AV Technology Limited
AVTECH House
Birdhall Lane
Cheadle Heath
Stockport Cheshire
SK3 OXU United Kingdom
I, the undersigned:
declare that these machines
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ................................................................... Cutting Wi dth ..........................53.3 cm (21 in.)
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower .................................. ................................ Cutting Width ..........................53.3 cm (21 in.)
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary M o w e r ............................................................... Cutting Width ..........................53.3 cm (21 in.)
Seri al Number ................................................................................................................................See Product Ident i f i cat i on Page
comply with the applicable requirements of:
Machi ne Directive ................................................................................................................................... 98/37/EEC (89/392/EEC)
EMC Di recti ve ...................................................................................................................................................................89/336/EEC
Noi se Di r ect i ve.................................................................................................................... 2000/14/EC (Annex VI, Procedure 2)
Measured Sound Power Level
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ..................................................................................................................................... 98.5 dB(A)
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ..................................................................................................................................... 98.5 dB(A)
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary M o w er .................................................................................................................................98.5 dB(A)
Guarant eed Sound Power Level
JS61 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mo wer ...................................................................................................................................... 100 dB(A)
JS63 Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower ...................................................................................................................................... 100 dB(A)
JS63C Wal k-Behi nd Rotary Mower.................................................................................................................................... 100 dB(A)
Done at:
John Deere Hori con Wo r k s ...............................................................................................................................11 November 2001
PAULA. MEYER
VICE PRESIDENT, ENGINEERING & SUPPLY MANAGEMENT
Declaration of Conformity - 3