OMTCU14008

Issue L0

Z-Trak ® FRONT MOWER

F680

PIN (020001-)

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Steering & Brakes

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storage

Assembly

Bag of Parts List

Prepare for Assembly

Install Rear Wheel Assembly

Install Front Drive Wheels

Connect the Battery

Delivery Instructions

Check Safety Interlock System

Check Tire Pressure

Check Wheel Hardware Torque

Check Fluid Levels

Check Mower Deck Level

Break-In Electric PTO Clutch

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

Copyright© Deere & Company

Assembly

Bag of Parts List

Qty.	Description
4	M12 x 30 Flanged Hex Screw
2	M12 Locknut
1	Ignition Key
2	M6 Flanged Hex Nut
2	M6x16 Screw
1	Operator's Manual
1	Safety Video

NOTE: Drive wheels and rear wheel assembly are ordered and shipped separately.

Prepare for Assembly

M7948a

1. Cut two plastic tie straps (A) securing cowling to the machine frame.

M93991

2. Cut steel bands securing rear of machine to shipping crate pedestal.

Install Rear Wheel Assembly

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use a safe lifting device to prevent injury from a falling vehicle.

1. Raise rear of machine with a safe lifting device.

2. Remove wood pedestal from shipping crate.

3. Check rear wheel tire inflation pressure(s).

· Keep tire(s) inflated to 110 kPa (16 psi).

NOTE: Both locknuts that attach bottom of wheel mounting bracket to the rear of the front mower are welded inside the frame.

M93996 M93997

Picture Note: Top photo shows single rear wheel assembly installed. Bottom photo shows dual rear wheel assembly installed.

4. Install rear wheel assembly to front mower using four M12x30 flanged hex screws (A) and two M12 locknuts.

5. Lower machine.

Install Front Drive Wheels

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Use a safe lifting device when performing this assembly procedure to prevent injury from a falling vehicle.

1. Raise cowling.

M93990

2. Loosen five wheel bolts (A) stored in each drive wheel hub.

3. Remove hardware (B) securing brackets (C) to bottom of shipping crate base.

4. Lift front of machine with a safe lifting device.

5. Remove shipping crate base from under machine.

6. Remove wheel bolts and shipping brackets. Dispose of shipping brackets.

7. Check drive wheel tire inflation pressures:

· Keep tires inflated to 69 kPa (10 psi).

8. Attach one wheel to each hub using five wheel bolts, tighten until snug.

9. Lower machine.

M77000

· Tighten wheel bolts in numbered sequence shown for safe wheel installation. Tighten alternately until recommended torque value is reached.

· Tighten bolts to 100 N·m (75 lb-ft.).

10. Lower cowling.

Connect the Battery

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from the top of the battery. Battery gas can explode. Never check battery charge by placing a metal object across the posts. Use a volt-meter. Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm battery to 16 degrees C (60 degrees F).

1. Raise cowling.

MX7910

2. Connect red positive (+) cable (A) to battery with one M6x16 screw (B) and one M6 flanged hex nut (C). Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion. Make sure connection is tight. Install the red terminal cover.

3. Connect black negative (-) cable (D) to battery with one M6x16 screw (B) and one M6 flanged hex nut (C). Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion. Make sure connection is tight.

4. Lower cowling.

Delivery Instructions

Prior to delivery, perform the listed service checks, clean the machine and review this manual with the owner/operator. Make sure the owner/operator can safely operate this machine.

Check Safety Interlock System

For a complete checkout procedure of the safety interlock system, see Testing the Safety Interlock System in the Operating section.

Check Tire Pressure

For complete information on tire safety, see Tire Safety in the Safety section. See the Specifications Section for recommended tire pressures.

Check Wheel Hardware Torque

For complete instructions and specifications on how to properly torque the wheel bolts, see Tightening Wheel Hardware in the Service Miscellaneous section.

Check Fluid Levels

Check Engine Oil Level

Oil level should be between the ADD and FULL marks on the dipstick. Add oil as necessary. See Check Engine Oil Level in the Service Engine section for additional information.

Check Hydraulic Oil Level

Hydraulic oil level should be to the top of the FULL COLD mark on the reservoir dipstick. Add oil as necessary. See Check Hydraulic Oil Level in the Service Transmission section.

Check Mower Deck Level

After front mower is completely assembled and the mower deck is installed, check the mower deck level. Refer to the Operating section in the mower deck operator's manual for instruction on how to check and adjust mower deck level.

Break-In Electric PTO Clutch

c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before engaging mower, clear area of bystanders, especially children.

NOTE: This break-in procedure must be done with the mower deck installed.

1. Start engine.

2. Set throttle lever to the 1/2 fast position.

3. Engage PTO switch knob and allow machine to run for 10 seconds.

4. Disengage PTO switch knob and wait 10 seconds.

5. Repeat step three 12-15 times to properly burnish the PTO clutch.