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Model List:
- 997 Mid-Mount Z-Trak
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- 1.2. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.3. Machine Use
- 1.4. Special Messages
- 2. Product Identification
- 2.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 3. Table of Contents
- 4. Safety Labels
- 4.1. Pictorial Safety Signs
- 4.2. Avoid Injury From Tipping
- 4.3. Avoid Injury From Getting Caught in Belt
- 4.4. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
- 4.5. Warning
- 4.6. Warning
- 4.7. CE Certification, Specification and Sound Label
- 4.8. Training
- 4.9. Preparation
- 4.10. Operation
- 4.11. Maintenance and Storage
- 4.12. Checking Mowing Area
- 4.13. Parking Safely
- 4.14. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- 4.15. Protect Children
- 4.16. Avoid Tipping
- 4.17. Use Seat Belt Properly
- 4.18. Keep ROPS Installed Properly
- 4.19. Keep Riders Off
- 4.20. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
- 4.21. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 4.22. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 4.23. Prevent Fires
- 4.24. Tire Safety
- 4.25. Handling Fuel Safely
- 4.26. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5. Operating Controls
- 5.1. Operating Controls
- 6. Operating
- 6.1. Daily Operating Checklist
- 6.2. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 6.3. Miscellaneous Controls
- 6.4. Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
- 6.5. Raising and Lowering Seat
- 6.6. Adjusting Seat
- 6.7. Adjusting Luxury Seat (Optional)
- 6.8. Using Seat Belt
- 6.9. Lowering ROPS
- 6.10. Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height
- 6.11. Adjusting Mower Deck AntiScalp Wheels
- 6.12. Testing Safety Systems
- 6.13. Testing PTO Switch
- 6.14. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 6.15. Testing Neutral Start Switch
- 6.16. Testing Seat Switch
- 6.17. Testing the Park Brake
- 6.18. Using the Park Brake
- 6.19. Using the PTO Knob
- 6.20. Using the Throttle Lever
- 6.21. Using the Hour Meter
- 6.22. Using the Motion Control Levers
- 6.23. Leveling Mower Deck
- 6.24. Starting the Engine
- 6.25. Stopping the Engine
- 6.26. Engaging Mower
- 6.27. Moving Machine by Hand
- 6.28. Using Fuel Shut Off
- 6.29. Transporting Machine
- 6.30. Mowing Tips
- 6.31. Mowing Travel Speeds
- 6.32. Dismounting to Inspect Mower
- 7. Replacement Parts
- 7.1. Service Literature
- 7.2. Part Numbers
- 8. Service Intervals
- 8.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 8.2. After Each Use
- 8.3. Break In After First 5 Hours
- 8.4. Break In After First 15 Hours
- 8.5. Break In After First 50 Hours
- 8.6. Every 50 Hours
- 8.7. Every 100 Hours
- 8.8. Every 200 Hours
- 8.9. Every 500 Hours or Yearly
- 8.10. Every 1500 Hours or Two Years
- 8.11. Every 2000 Hours or Two Years
- 8.12. Every 3000 Hours or Three Years
- 8.13. As Needed
- 9. Service Lubrication
- 9.1. Gearbox Oil, Changing
- 9.2. Lubricating Front Caster Spindles
- 9.3. Lubricating Deck Lift Support Blocks
- 9.4. Lubricating HeightofCut Ball Detent
- 9.5. Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
- 9.6. Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot
- 9.7. Lubricating Mower Deck Push Arms
- 9.8. Lubricating, PTO Shaft,
- 10. Service Engine
- 10.1. Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
- 10.2. Avoid Fumes
- 10.3. Engine Oil Diesel
- 10.4. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 10.5. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 10.6. Cleaning Pump Drive Blower Fan
- 10.7. Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins
- 10.8. Servicing Air Cleaner Elements
- 10.9. Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
- 10.10. Checking Air Filter Restriction Indicator
- 10.11. Service Cooling System Safely
- 10.12. Recommended Engine Coolant
- 10.13. Checking Coolant Level
- 10.14. Draining Cooling System
- 10.15. Flushing Cooling System
- 10.16. Filling Cooling System
- 10.17. Bleeding Cooling System
- 10.18. Belt, Servicing
- 10.19. Adjusting Belt
- 10.20. Fuel Filter, Replacing
- 10.21. Sediment Bowl, Checking
- 11. Service Transmission
- 11.1. Transaxle Oil
- 11.2. Cleaning Hydraulic Oil Cooler
- 11.3. Checking Hydraulic Oil Level
- 11.4. Changing Hydraulic Oil and Filter
- 11.5. Checking and Adjusting Motion Control Linkages
- 12. Service Steering Brakes
- 12.1. Adjusting Front Caster Spindle Bearing
- 12.2. Checking and Aligning Motion Control Levers
- 12.3. Adjusting Park Brake
- 13. Service Mower
- 13.1. Installing Deck
- 13.2. Clean Grass and Debris From Machine
- 13.3. Removing and Installing Foot Plate
- 13.4. Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Shields on Side Discharge Mower Deck
- 13.5. Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension 60 Inch
- 13.6. Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension 72 Inch
- 13.7. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt 60 Inch Rear Discharge
- 13.8. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt 60 Inch Side Discharge
- 13.9. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt 72 Inch
- 13.10. Checking and Replacing Mower Blades
- 13.11. Sharpening Blades
- 13.12. Balancing Blades
- 14. Service Electrical
- 14.1. Service the Battery Safely
- 14.2. Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
- 14.3. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 14.4. Cleaning Battery and Terminals
- 14.5. Using Booster Battery
- 14.6. Replacing Fuses and Relays
- 14.7. Replacing Light Bulb
- 15. Service Miscellaneous
- 15.1. Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
- 15.2. Filling Fuel Tank
- 15.3. Removing and Installing Drive Wheels
- 15.4. Tightening Drive Wheel Hardware
- 15.5. Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels
- 15.6. Raising and Lowering Hood
- 15.7. Checking Tire Pressure
- 15.8. Tightening ROPS Hardware
- 15.9. Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
- 15.10. Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
- 16. Troubleshooting
- 16.1. Using Troubleshooting Chart
- 16.2. Electrical System
- 16.3. Machine
- 16.4. Steering
- 16.5. Mower Deck
- 17. Storage
- 17.1. Storing Safety
- 17.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 17.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- 17.4. Removing Machine From Storage
- 18. Specifications
- 18.1. Drive Train
- 18.2. Electrical System
- 18.3. Fuel System
- 18.4. Steering and Brakes
- 18.5. Battery
- 18.6. Capacities
- 18.7. Travel Speeds
- 18.8. Dimensions
- 18.9. Fast Idle Engine Speed
- 18.10. Speed of Rotation of the Cutting Device
- 18.11. Sound Measurements
- 18.12. Vibration Measurements
- 18.13. Recommended Lubricants
- 19. Declaration of Conformity
- 19.1. MidMount ZTrak
- 20. Service Statement
- 20.1. John Deere Parts
- 20.2. The Right Tools
- 20.3. WellTrained Technicians
- 20.4. Prompt Service
- 21. Service Record
- 21.1. Record Service Dates






