Z997R Diesel ZTrak™
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Using Your Operator’s Manual
Special Messages
Attachments for Your Machine
Section 00 - Product Identification
Record Identification Numbers
Section 04 - Safety Labels — Text
Safety Label Location – Machine
Safety Label Location (60 & 72 in. Side Discharge, 60 in.
Mulch on Demand)
Safety Label Location (60 in. Rear Discharge)
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
CAUTION
Roll-Over Protective Structure
WARNING
DANGER-WARNING-CAUTION
CAUTION
DANGER
WARNING
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
Certification
Section 07 - Safety Labels — No Text
Safety Label Location
Safety Label Location (60 and 72 in. Side Discharge)
Safety Label Location (60 in. Rear Discharge)
Understanding The No-Text Machine Safety Labels
Avoid Injury From Exposure to Loud Noise
Avoid Crushing
Help Avoid Injury
Prevent Equipment Fires
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Avoid Injury From Rotating Belts
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
Thrown Objects
Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
Section 10 - 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
Rollover Protection System (ROPS) - Use and Maintenance
Keep Riders Off
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
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
Section 13 - Machine Clean Out
Clean Out Areas
Section 15 - Operating Controls
Operating Controls
Section 20 - Operating
Daily Operating Checklist
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Electronic Control Module
Using Display
Using Service Menu Displays
Pass Codes
Machine Status Pop-Up Notifications
Using Service Timers
Understanding Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration
Diesel Particulate Filter Load Level and Value
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration Functionality
Miscellaneous Controls
Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
Raising and Lowering Seat
Adjusting Seat
Using Seat Belt
Raising and Lowering ROPS
Using Controls
Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height
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 the Park Brake
Using the PTO Switch
Using the Throttle Lever
Using the Motion Control Levers
Leveling Mower Deck
Starting the Engine
Stopping the Engine
Engaging Mower
Operating Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck (MOD) If Equipped
Moving Machine by Hand
Using Fuel Shut Off Valve
Transporting Machine
Mowing Tips
Mowing Travel Speeds
Dismounting to Inspect Mower
Section 25 - Replacement Parts
Service Literature
Parts
Section 30 - Service Intervals
Servicing Your Machine
Before Each Use
After Each Use
Break In (After First 5 Hours)
Break In (After First 50 Hours)
Every 50 Hours or Yearly
Every 250 Hours
Every 500 Hours or Yearly
Every 1500 Hours
As Needed
Service Intervals After Converting to BioDiesel Fuel
Section 35 - Service Lubrication
Grease
Changing Gearbox Oil
Lubricating Front Caster Spindles
Lubricating Engine Drive Shaft
Lubricating Height-of-Cut Ball Detent
Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot
Lubricating Mower Deck Push Arms
Lubricating PTO Shaft
Lubricating Mulch-On-Demand (MOD) Baffle Pivot Bushings
Section 40 - Service Engine
Emissions Service Information
Avoid Fumes
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins
Servicing Air Cleaner Elements
Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
Checking Air Filter Restriction Indicator
Service Cooling System Safely
Diesel Engine Coolant
Checking Coolant Level
Draining Cooling System
Flushing Cooling System
Filling Cooling System
Bleeding Cooling System
Servicing Belt
Adjusting Belt
Replacing Fuel Filter
Checking Water Separator Bowl
Section 45 - Service Transmission
Transaxle Oil
Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Cooler
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level
Changing Hydraulic Oil and Filter
Checking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages
Section 50 - Service Steering & Brakes
Adjusting Front Caster Spindle Bearing
Checking and Aligning Motion Control Levers
Adjusting Park Brake
Section 55 - Service Mower
Installing Deck
Clean Grass and Debris From Machine
Removing and Installing Foot Plate
Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Shields (72 and
60 in. SD)
Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Shields (60 in.
RD)
Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension (72 in. SD)
Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension (60 in. SD and 60 in.
MOD)
Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (72 in. SD)
Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (60 in. RD)
Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (60 in. SD and 60 in. MOD)
Checking and Replacing Mower Blades
Sharpening Blades
Balancing Blades
Section 60 - Service Electrical
Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
Cleaning Battery and Terminals
Using Booster Battery
Replacing Fuses and Relays
Replacing Light Bulb
Section 65 - Service Miscellaneous
Diesel Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Removing and Installing Drive Wheels
Tightening Drive Wheel Hardware
Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels
Checking Tire Pressure
Tightening ROPS Hardware
Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
Section 70 - Troubleshooting
Using Troubleshooting Chart
Engine
Electrical System
Machine
Brakes
Steering
Mower Deck
Troubleshooting Guide for Common DTC's
Input and Output Status Menu
Section 75 - Storage
Storing Safety
Preparing Machine for Storage
Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
Storage for BioDiesel Fuel
Removing Machine From Storage
Section 80 - Specifications
Engine
Drive Train
Electrical System
Fuel System
Steering and Brakes
Tires
Battery
Capacities
Travel Speeds
Dimensions
Recommended Lubricants
Section 85 - Warranty
Product Warranty
John Deere, California and U.S. EPA Emission Control System
Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty For Factory Installed Batteries
Section JDQS - John Deere Quality Statement
John Deere Quality
Section SR - Service Record
Record Service Dates