S240 SportRide-on Mowers

The 42-in. (106.7-cm) Edge Cutting System

The 42-in. (106.7-cm) Edge Cutting System blades

The Edge Cutting System has been trademarked to emphasize the advantages of the John Deere mower deck designs. They give superior convenience, performance, and reliability:

• Deep-deck mower design lifts grass for a clean, even cut.
• Smooth underside of mower prevents grass buildup and evenly disperses grass clippings.
• The rolled outer edge of the deck provides extra strength and protection.
• Dual-stage E-coat and powder paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.

S240 Sport Tractor's mower deck features a number of durability upgrades compared to comparable John Deere 100 Series and competitive mower decks:

• Premium spindles (same as used on comparable Select Series™ decks)
• Larger anti-scalp wheels
• Upgraded fixed idler sheave bearing (increases life in dirty conditions)
• Upgraded spindle sheaves (same as used on 100 Series 54-in (137-cm) decks
• Upgraded power take-off (PTO) drive sheave (improves belt life at lower heights of cut)

Mower wash port

Mower wash port

Mower wash port with hose connector

A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy:

• A hose connector is included with mower deck.

StarLock™ blade design

StarLock blade design

The StarLock™ blade design keeps the blade bolt at the correct torque for easy removal.

Optional blades for difficult mulching or bagging conditions are available.

Mower deck height adjustment

Mower deck height adjustment lever

Spring-assisted, low-effort lift lever simplifies setting and adjusting the mower cut height:

• Increments of 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) allow the operator to fine-tune the cut height.

Optional mulching attachment or mulch cover

Mulching attachment

The mulching attachment for the 42-in. (107-cm) mower provides excellent performance:

• Controls clippings from both blades effectively
• Improved mulching
• More even distribution of mulched clippings
• No rusting, due to use of plastic molded parts
• Can be installed and removed without tools
• Includes special mulching blades
• Can also be used for side discharging, though the overall cut quality may decline slightly

42-in. (107-cm) mulch cover

The mulch cover is available as an option for mulching grass or leaves. It is more convenient, but a lower performance level that the mulching attachment.

The 42-in. (107-cm) mower deck is a two-spindle design with heavy-duty characteristics:

• Two adjustable mower wheels are standard equipment for a smooth mowing job, even in rolling terrain.
• Flexible discharge chute minimizes property and mower deck damage.
• No tools are required to go from mulching (with mulch cover) to side discharge to rear bagging.
• Mulch cover is an optional attachment.
• A high-performance mulching blade is available to enhance mulching performance.

The mower deck has a rolled lip to provide greater strength and protection. The rugged 13 gauge, 0.090-in. (2.3-mm) steel-deck mower will provide years of dependable mowing.

The strength of the deck is enhanced by the top-discharge design:

• A section of material below the discharge opening ties the front and rear of the deck together.
• When using the rear bagger, material flows upward through the deck to provide highly effective bagging and a reduced chance of plugging.
  • For this reason, no Power Flow™ is available for the 42-in. (107-cm) mower.

A cut-and-throw 6-1/2-bu (229-L) rear bagger is sold separately.

18.5-hp (13.8-kW) engine

Engine oil and fuel filters

The S240 Sport Tractor comes with a premium engine, the same as used in some Select Series™ X300 models:

• Premium engine oil and air filtering systems and cooling design provide increased reliability and engine life.

The 18.5-hp (13.8-kW) V-twin engine provides plenty of power and torque to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions:

• V-twin cylinder design for greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality
• Electronic ignition for fast starts
• Cast-iron sleeves for longer engine life
• Overhead valves for excellent power and fuel economy
• Full-pressure lubrication and oil filter for cleaner oil, prolonging engine life and extending the time between oil changes
  • Also more effective when operating the tractor on an incline
• In-line fuel filter for reliable operation

Engine speed lever and spring-loaded choke lever

Engine hood in open position

Engine speed lever and choke control lever are separate controls:

• Engine speed lever easier to use - don't need to worry about pushing too far and engaging choke as on single throttle/choke lever systems.
• Choke lever is spring loaded so the operator cannot accidentally operate the tractor with the choke on.

 Engine hood opens wide for easy access to service points:

• It is easy to inspect and clean the engine area.
• Important service points are exposed.
• The high-quality engine used in the S240 does not require an 8-hour oil and filter change because improvements in the manufacturing process and quality of parts, components, and oils have eliminated the need for the short interval oil change requirement.

Comfortable operator station, right side

Comfortable operator station, left side

Three-spoke steering wheel for greater operator comfort and control:

• Large, 14-in. (35.6-cm) diameter steering wheel gives greater comfort and control compared to smaller diameter steering wheels used on many lawn tractors.

Ignition switch is on the dash for starting ease.

Wide footrest areas with non-slip, anti-vibration rubber footpads are provided for operator comfort and safety.

Controls and instruments

The contoured dash has clean, attractive styling:

• Controls are color-coded and labeled with English words for easy identification by the operator.
• Controls are logically placed and easy to reach.
• Hourmeter makes it easy to tell when oil changes and other maintenance should be performed.
• Functional design of the controls provides good appearance and a comfortable feel.

Engine speed lever and spring-loaded choke lever

Power take-off (PTO) switch

 Engine speed lever and choke control lever are separate controls:

• Engine speed lever is easy to use - don't need to worry about pushing too far and engaging choke as on single throttle/choke lever systems.
• Choke lever is spring loaded so the operator cannot accidentally operate the tractor with the choke on.

Mower drive is actuated with an easy-to-use electric PTO switch:

• Electric switch requires only a short movement compared to long throw required with manual PTO engagement lever
• With electric PTO clutch, mower drive belt stays under tension at all times for improved reliability compared to manual PTO engagement systems.

Cruise control

Cruise control lever

Cruise control is standard equipment:

• To engage, lift up on the cruise lever and hold until the foot is removed from the forward pedal.
• For emergency stop, the cruise control can be released by pushing on the brake pedal or the forward pedal.

Parking brake control

Parking brake

The parking brake control is conveniently located for easy access. It holds the brake pedal securely in the locked position.

Convenient storage and service-interval decal

Storage compartment

Convenient service-interval decal

Beverage holder and storage compartment, located on the right fender, add value and operator convenience.

Decal located inside the hood gives quick access to basic service information.

Mower deck height adjustment and handgrip

Mower deck height adjustment lever

Fender flare with handgrip

Spring-assisted, low-effort lift lever simplifies setting and adjusting the mower cut height:

• Increments of 0.25-in. (0.64-cm) allow fine-tuning the cut height.

Full-size fender flares include handgrips and and reflectors for added safety.

Comfortable seat

Open-back seat

Easy-to-adjust seat

Operator seat can be easily adjusted forward or rearward while in the seat, with seat travel of 5-1/2 in. (140 mm) and 10 different positions:

• Open-back seat design keeps the operators back cooler.
• Green plastic seat adjustment lever is easy to locate and use.
• Slide pads on the bottom of the seat allow the seat to slide more easily for convenient adjustment.

Rubber isolators under the seat give a smoother ride

Seat can be tilted forward for protection from the elements and to provide easy access to the fuel tank:

• Rubber isolators under the seat smooth out the ride for greater operator comfort.

S240 Sport Tractor

Solid, one-piece frame

Enhanced styling for the S240 Sport Tractor includes a unique hood top:

• Close-out panels at the lower back of the hood are included for better looks and reduced engine sound level.
• Top louvers improve engine cooling.

The solid one-piece frame is constructed of 12-gauge, 0.105-in. (2.7-mm) steel:

• Full-length robotically welded frame design has high-strength steel rails for added strength and long life.
• One-piece fender deck is bolted to the frame.

S240 Sport Tractor

Turf Trac tire tread

The S240 comes with premium Turf Trac tires for superior traction and appearance:

• A more rounded profile reduces lawn scuffing and steering effort.

Hydro/automatic foot control pedals

A Kanzaki® Tuff Torq® hydro/automatic transmission gives an infinite choice of speeds and makes changing the direction of travel easy:

• Automotive-type accelerator provides infinite speed selection for the ultimate in operator comfort and convenience.
• Pedals have a different shape and motion for easy identification and increased safety.

Hydro/automatic transmission

Appropriate transmissions are used in each model, depending on rear tire size and tractor performance requirements to ensure excellent performance and reliability:

• The S240 Sport Tractor has a Tuff Torq K46DP transaxle with an internal wet-disk brake for reliability and long life:
  • Rated for 30 percent more torque than the transaxle used in many lawn tractors
  • Uses Hy-Gard™ fluid like Select Series™ X300 Tractors

Standard cruise control

Cruise control lever

Easy-to-use cruise control option maintains the tractor's speed for mowing larger areas.

• To engage, lift up on the cruise lever and hold it until your foot is removed from the forward pedal.
• To disengage, lightly press and then release the forward pedal.
• For emergency stops, cruise can be released by pushing on the brake pedal or pushing down on the cruise control lever.

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