If you're the owner of a John Deere 6400 tractor, congratulations! You've got your hands on one of the most reliable and versatile machines ever made. But before you can start reaping the benefits of ownership, you need to know how to start the tractor up properly. Here's a step-by-step guide to get you going:
1. Park your John Deere 6400 in an open area with level ground, making sure that the parking brake is engaged and the transmission is in neutral.
2. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten your seatbelt. Then, insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the on position.
3. Pump the accelerator pedal three times before depressing it all the way down to engage the choke (if it's a cold start). If it's not a cold start, skip this step.
4. Turn on all of your lights - headlights, taillights, warning lights, etc. - so that other motorists can see you clearly.
5. Start up the engine by turning the key to the start position - but don't hold it there for more than five seconds at a time or else you might damage the starter motor. Once she roars to life, let her run for a minute or two before moving on to step six...