John Deere Self Propelled Lawn Mower JS46
March 28th, 2010 ernie Posted in 22 Inch Cut, John Deere, Rear Self Powered | 28 Comments »
The John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 comes with a 190 cc Briggs and Stratton engine, the work horse of the small engine industry. The engine is equipped with zone start recoil rope starting system which is one of the many 
safety features on this self propelled lawn mower. Operators must stand behind the lawn mower with the zone lever depressed to start the engine. If the zone lever is released the engine will automatically stop. This protects the operator from accidentally getting in the way of the cutting blades of the lawn mower.
The carburetor is designed to start without the need for priming or choking. A fresh start fuel cap can be filled with fuel stabilizer to ensure that the gasoline is always fresh for easier starting and smoother running. The engine uses a dependable splash lubrication system to protect all engines parts from wear. The engine meets all CARB emission requirements.
Momentum Drive
The pivoting handle controls how fast the self propelled lawn mower will go based on the angle of the handle. The speed varies from zero to 4.6 miles per hour. If you prefer a constant speed you can also lock in the speed with a a drive lock key, located on the MowMentum drive handle.
The 22 inch steel deck comes with a 3 in one blade allowing the operator to chose between mulching, side discharge or rear bagging.
John Deere Self Propelled Lawn Mower JS46 – Specifications:
- 190 cc or 11.6 cubic inch displacement
- 8.75 pound foot of torque Briggs and Stratton Engine
- 4 cycle side valve
- 22 inch steel deck
- 3 in 1 discharge
- 8 inch by 2 inch front , 9 inch by 2 inch back wheels
Engine: 190 cc or 11.6 cubic inch displacement,4 cycle side valve,Briggs and Stratton Engine
Propulsion: Variable speed , rear wheel drive
Warranty: 2 year warranty
Features:
- Throttle control is fixed speed
- Operator presence
- Zone control
- Side discharge, mulch, rear bag 2.5 bushels
- One lever adjusts all four wheels
Description of the John Deere Lawn Mower JS46
The side discharge on the John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 is easy to install. Just flip up the cover on the side of the deck to install the deflector and distribute the grass on the lawn.
Change from one mode to another without tools. The rear bag grass catcher holds 2.5 bushels and attaches easily at the back of the self propelled lawn mower.
Height Adjustment
Adjust one lever to adjust all wheels . Choose from cut heights from 1.2 inches to 4.2 inches. If you plan on mulching, the longer the grass the better since it conceals cut grass until it degrades and returns the nutrients to the lawn. John Deere feels that a cut height of 3 to 4 inches is the best height for mulching.
The handle bar is wide for comfort. Depress the zone control lever to start the engine and for continuous running. The handle bar also has 3 height adjustments to match your comfort level. Adjust the height without tools. Fold the handle down for compact storage and also for transport in your vehicle or trailer.
The price of the John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 was $499 US at the time of this review.
Delivery: The John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 can be purchased at John Deere dealers through the US and customers can arrange for in store pickup or they can arrange for delivery. Delivery will be at an extra charge and customers may want to make alternate arrangements for delivery.
Safety & Operation
Operation of the John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 is pretty straight forward. Always start the engine using the zone control and never circumvent this control to prevent accidents. This is one of the most significant safety additions to lawn mowers to prevent unneeded accidents.
Read the manual before you operate the John Deere self propelled Lawn Mower JS46 for the first time to become familiar with all of the controls and general operation. Check the oil each time you use the mower and top up if needed. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold . Wait until it has evaporated before you start the engine to avoid the possibility of fire.
Clean off the deck on the upper side as well as the lower side to remove any debris and grass clippings. A clean deck will ensure that your deck lasts for many years and does not corrode over time.
Lawn Mower JS46 Maintenance:
Maintenance of the Lawn Mower JS46 consists of changing the oil at regular intervals, following the guidelines in the manual. Keep the deck clean at all times, and arrange to sharpen the blade at least once per year.
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Connie Lang Says:
April 7th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
Is the JS46 model have the BBC feature. Please let me know. I can recognize all the other features that I want
Self Propelled
Electric start
But I did want the BBC. I have it on my Honda mower now.
Connie Lang
admin Says:
April 8th, 2010 at 1:06 am
The specs for the JS46 do not include BBC
admin
Joe Jackson Says:
July 27th, 2010 at 9:02 am
The John Deere JS46 is downright dangerous. The bag has a design flaw that allows debris to fly up towards the operator. This mower should be recalled immediately.
Ryan Says:
August 8th, 2010 at 11:36 am
It’s a good lawn mower so far. I have had mine for about 3 months. Went from a 23 old snapper to this. I wouldn’t recommend it over a snapper, but it seems to be the best lowes has to offer. little grass does come out of the bag, but its only noticeable if you stare at it. That shouldn’t sway anyone away from buying it and can be fixed easily for a few bucks. It has an oil filter which should extend the life of the engine. Deere makes better quality mowers available at dealers, but you will spend over 500 on a good one! It cuts well, strong engine, and Mulches too, but don’t set the blade too low.
Len A Says:
September 4th, 2010 at 4:00 pm
Just bought one yesterday and took right back today. Faulty bag sealing, blade knocking and kept clogging in bagger chute. Grass was not wet or tall either. For money spent expect more. Do not recommend.
Jennine Shanley Says:
September 27th, 2010 at 10:43 pm
Tractor is a machine that is used to perform heavy work. Work of tractor can do depends on different sizes, number of attachments, and capacity. Tractors are always used for agriculture purposes, as they perform each and every activity in a field from plowing to cutting. In a way, a tractor is an engine of the truck trailer vehicle.
eric Says:
October 16th, 2010 at 10:49 pm
This is the most torque you can get in a 22 mower.has plenty of power to get job done.who bags today ? I live in florida the grass is so thick and corse that i have to sharpen blade every other cut.This machine doesnt skip a beat mulching .I forgot to mention that we mow early morn or eve when grass is damp still not a problem.i have owned alot of mowers that i had to return that couldnt handle the job .most recently returned famous orange brand with bbc and honda engine .what a joke it was the worst.this is a keeeper
Bruce Says:
April 23rd, 2011 at 3:24 pm
A small percentage of these came with faulty bags…. issue was corrected with bag exchange. I have a 2010 model and it works just fine. Cuts well, it is easy to use and I like it. Bagging is not its best quality but certainly not the worst I have seen. Mulches great. It is really easy to start this engine! No need for bbc as you just turn the key and it is running. I think it is a great set of features at a reasonable price. I certainly recommend it.
JB Says:
May 29th, 2011 at 11:10 am
I’m about to return my 3rd JS46. The first one wouldn’t start with the battery. The second was leaking oil from the bottom (no didn’t hit anything) this third one stopped starting with the battery and now runs for 15 minutes starts sputtering and turns off. I really do mot recommend this P.O.S. mower worst money ever spent.
Charles Says:
July 4th, 2011 at 6:17 pm
Bought my JS46 today, will not start, period. Either the gas is not getting through, or the spark plug is bad, Regardless, looks like I am taking it back.
kenny rutledge Says:
July 30th, 2011 at 11:40 am
Well… against my better judgement I bought another one after the first was stolen. Used electric start once and lawn mower twice. I cant figure out the problem with the electric start. So, I guess i have to load it up and take it back to Lowes. I took the first one back THREE TIMES.
Celia Pugliese Says:
March 23rd, 2012 at 12:12 pm
Jackson is correct the rear bag of the SJ46 is very dangerous and shoots debris in once face and chest.
I called JD and even the supervisor tells me I have to go to the dealer with it 30 plus miles each way (and I figure probably twice) and I have no one to load this mower in my vehicle being an elderly woman. It only takes for JD to mail me a redesigned bag and get the dysfunctional one back. Nope, they want me to go to the dealer spend over 50 bucks worth of gas and a day of from work and loading and unloading my mower from my car…all for their faulty design. Why do they sell these mowers then at the local Lowe’s and the like? No Customer Service considerations here by successful John Deere.I bought this machine June 2011 and in August I had to take it to that faraway dealer for the self propeller mechanism failure..as well. We left early morning as I had my brother visiting to help me and were back in the afternoon. Also the woman supervisor that called me this morning after insisting I go to the dealer and annoyed, that she annoyed me first, was threatening me in every other word, that she was would cut me off….?
Finally as a totally disrespected customer and fed up, I did cut her off!Never again John Deer for me…and I better do not get hurt by this defective bag as I suspect that at this point is very aware of this flaw on those bags… and probably have replacement to just mail them and get the bad one back. All without having their customers to pay for it, in gas, time and additional inconveniences.
john farrell Says:
May 23rd, 2012 at 11:56 am
they wanted $28.00 to answer my question. so much for keeping the customer happy. thanks but no thanks.
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Fred Da Silva Says:
April 11th, 2016 at 5:09 am
JS46 starts and then stalls after five minutes, do
not know the problem. After removing plug, some how
gas got in engine and drained out. Squirted some
WD40 in engine and new plug but same result.
ernie Says:
April 17th, 2016 at 3:31 pm
Make sure your carburetor and gas filter are clean and that the carburetor settings are properly set. Sounds like either too much gas or not enough getting into the engine. Don’t forget to properly set the gap on your new spark plug.
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Ray Says:
October 11th, 2016 at 3:30 am
Best mower ever! Starts everytime with the key or just one pull on the line. Never short of power and I cut super low cause I’m lazy and want to wait as long as possible. Easy to steer and no pushing, just walk behind and pretend you’re pushing hard for the neighbors. Only issue I ever had in the past 6yrs is the height control lever broke and that is a SOB to change if you’re not a mechanic! Now I gentle lower or raise it just to be safe. Excellent mower if a bit pricey.
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Eric Says:
August 3rd, 2020 at 12:06 am
I found mine some guy had it on the side of the road said for free brought it home the only thing wrong with it was the kill switch safety switch I fixed it I have no problems whatsoever out of it
Charles A. Stratton Says:
April 27th, 2021 at 8:00 pm
Will the battery recharge while the machine is running? sounds like dumb question but I know nothing about the charging system. Also, is the oil filter available thru either Autozone or any of the other auto-fix-it places?
Just bought my JS46 from a pawnshop. Awesome price. Hope it was a good deal.
ausome
ernie Says:
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