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OMTCU20986

Issue D7

Mid-Frame Z-Trak™

737 PIN(050001 - )

757 with 54 In. Side Discharge Deck PIN(050001 - )

757 with 60 In. Side Discharge Deck PIN(050001 - )

757 with 60 In. Mulch on Demand Deck PIN(020001 - )

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.

Introduction

Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
Using Your Operator’s Manual
California Proposition 65 Warning
Special Messages
Attachments for Your Machine

Product Identification

Record Identification Numbers

Safety Labels

Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
Safety Label Locations
Emission Control System Certification Label
Emission Compliance Period
Certification

Safety

Operator Training Required
Preparation
Operating Safely
Using a Spark Arrestor
Checking Mowing Area
Parking Safely
Rotating Blades are Dangerous
Protect Children
Avoid Tipping
Use Seat Belt Properly
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Keep Riders Off
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Driving Safely on Public Roads
Checking Wheel Hardware
Wear Appropriate Clothing
Maintenance and Storage
Prevent Fires
Tire Safety
Handling Fuel Safely
Handling Waste Product and Chemicals

Operating

Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Operator Station Controls
Miscellaneous Controls
Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
Raising and Lowering Operator Seat
Adjusting Seat
Lowering ROPS
Raising ROPS
Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height
Leveling Mower Deck
Adjusting Deck Lift Spring Tension
Operating Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck
Recommended Blades for 60-Inch Mulch-On-Demand Deck
Adjusting Mower Deck Anti-Scalp Wheels
Testing Safety Systems
Testing PTO Switch
Testing Park Brake Switch
Testing Neutral Start Switch
Testing Seat Switch
Testing the Park Brake
Using Seat Belt
Using the Park Brake
Using the PTO Knob
Using the Throttle Lever
Using the Hour Meter
Using the Motion Control Levers
Starting the Engine
Engaging Mower
Stopping the Engine
Using the Free-Wheeling Pump Release Valves
Transporting Machine
Mowing Tips
Mowing Travel Speeds
Dismounting to Inspect Mower

Replacement Parts

Service Literature
Parts
Part Numbers

Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine
Service Intervals

Service Lubrication

Grease
Lubricating Front Caster Spindles
Lubricating Deck Lift Support Blocks
Lubricating Park Brake Assemblies
Lubricating Height-of-Cut Ball Detent
Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot
Lubricating Mower Deck Push Arms
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck: Lubricating Mower Deck Baffle Pivots
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck: Lubricating Mower Deck Discharge Gate Pivots
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck - Lubricating Handle Latch and Gate
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck - Lubricating Right Linkage Slot and Pivot

Service Engine

Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Pump Drive Belt Compartment
Cleaning Engine Blower Fan
Checking and Cleaning Canister Style Air Cleaner Elements
Checking Spark Plugs
Cleaning Engine Oil Cooling Fins (Model 757)
Cleaning Grass and Debris from Engine
Adjusting Carburetor
Replacing Fuel Filter

Service Transmission

Hydrostatic Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Cleaning Hydraulic Pump Cooling Fins
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level
Changing Hydraulic Oil and Filter
Checking and Replacing Pump Drive Belt
Checking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages

Service Steering & Brakes

Adjusting Front Caster Spindle Bearing
Checking and Aligning Motion Control Levers
Adjusting Park Brake

Service Mower

Removing and Installing Mower Deck Foot Plate
Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Shields
Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt
Checking and Adjusting Mule Drive Belt Tension
Replacing Mule Drive Belt
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck - Cleaning
Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck - Adjusting Linkage
Checking and Replacing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades

Service Electrical

Battery Warning
Service the Battery Safely
Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Fuses

Service Miscellaneous

Using Proper Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Removing and Installing Rear Grille
Checking Tire Pressure
Removing and Installing Rear Drive Wheels
Tightening Drive Wheel Hardware
Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces

Troubleshooting

Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical System
Machine
Brakes
Steering
Mower

Storage

Storing Safety
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Preparing Machine for Storage
Removing Machine From Storage

Specifications

Engine
Drivetrain
Electrical System
Fuel System
Steering and Brakes
Tires
Battery
Capacities
Travel Speeds at Full Engine RPM
Dimensions
Machine Weight
Recommended Lubricants

Warranty

Product Warranty
John Deere, Federal and California Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

John Deere Quality

Service Record

Record Service Dates