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Model List:
- Z997R ZTrak Max-Frame Diesel
- 1. Introduction
- 1.1. Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
- 1.2. Professional Use Only
- 1.3. Emissions Performance and Tampering
- 1.4. Using Your Operators Manual
- 1.5. Machine Use
- 1.6. Special Messages
- 1.7. Service Literature
- 2. Contents
- 3. Product Identification
- 3.1. Record Identification Numbers
- 4. Safety Labels without Text
- 4.1. Safety Label Location
- 4.2. Safety Label Location (60 and 72 inch Side Discharge)
- 4.3. Safety Label Location (60 inch Rear Discharge)
- 4.4. Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
- 4.5. Avoid Injury From Exposure to Loud Noise
- 4.6. Avoid Crushing
- 4.7. Help Avoid Injury
- 4.8. Avoid Injury from Equipment Fires
- 4.9. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades
- 4.10. Avoid Injury From Rotating Belts
- 4.11. Avoid Injury From Thrown Objects
- 4.12. Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects
- 4.13. Operator Training Required
- 4.14. Preparation
- 4.15. Operating Safely
- 4.16. Checking Mowing Area
- 4.17. Parking Safely
- 4.18. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
- 4.19. Protect Children
- 4.20. Avoid Tipping
- 4.21. Use Seat Belt Properly
- 4.22. Rollover Protection System (ROPS) Use and Maintenance
- 4.23. Keep Riders Off
- 4.24. Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
- 4.25. Avoid High Pressure Fluids
- 4.26. Checking Wheel Hardware
- 4.27. Wear Appropriate Clothing
- 4.28. Maintenance and Storage
- 4.29. Prevent Fires
- 4.30. Tire Safety
- 4.31. Handling Fuel Safely
- 4.32. Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
- 5. Machine Clean Out
- 5.1. General Cleaning Guidelines
- 5.2. Clean Out Areas
- 6. Operating Controls
- 6.1. Operating Controls
- 7. Operating
- 7.1. Daily Operating Checklist
- 7.2. Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
- 7.3. Electronic Control Module
- 7.4. Using Display
- 7.5. Using Service Menu Displays
- 7.6. Pass Codes
- 7.7. Machine Status PopUp Notifications
- 7.8. Using Service Timers
- 7.9. Understanding Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration
- 7.10. Diesel Particulate Filter Load Level and Value
- 7.11. Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration Functionality
- 7.12. Miscellaneous Controls
- 7.13. Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely
- 7.14. Raising and Lowering Seat
- 7.15. Adjusting Seat
- 7.16. Using Seat Belt
- 7.17. Adjust Ride Comfort
- 7.18. Adjusting Seat Armrests
- 7.19. Raising and Lowering ROPS
- 7.20. Using Controls
- 7.21. Adjusting Mower Deck Cutting Height
- 7.22. Adjusting Mower Deck Anti Scalp Wheels
- 7.23. Testing Safety Systems
- 7.24. Testing PTO Switch
- 7.25. Testing Park Brake Switch
- 7.26. Testing Neutral Start Switch
- 7.27. Testing Seat Switch
- 7.28. Testing the Park Brake
- 7.29. Using the Park Brake
- 7.30. Using the PTO Switch
- 7.31. Using the Throttle Lever
- 7.32. Using the Hour Meter
- 7.33. Using the Motion Control Levers
- 7.34. Leveling Mower Deck
- 7.35. Starting the Engine
- 7.36. Stopping the Engine
- 7.37. Engaging Mower
- 7.38. Moving Machine by Hand
- 7.39. Using Fuel Shut Off Valve
- 7.40. Transporting Machine
- 7.41. Mowing Tips
- 7.42. Mowing Travel Speeds
- 7.43. Dismounting to Inspect Mower
- 8. Service Intervals
- 8.1. Servicing Your Machine
- 8.2. Before Each Use
- 8.3. After Each Use
- 8.4. Break In (After First 5 Hours)
- 8.5. Break In (After First 50 Hours)
- 8.6. Every 50 Hours or Yearly
- 8.7. Every 250 Hours or Yearly
- 8.8. Every 500 Hours or Yearly
- 8.9. Every 1000 Hours
- 8.10. Every 1500 Hours
- 8.11. Every 2000 Hours
- 8.12. As Needed
- 8.13. Service Intervals After Converting to BioDiesel Fuel
- 9. Service Lubrication
- 9.1. Changing Gearbox Oil
- 9.2. Lubricating Front Caster Spindles
- 9.3. Lubricating HeightofCut Ball Detent
- 9.4. Lubricating Mower Deck Spindles
- 9.5. Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot
- 9.6. Lubricating Mower Deck Push Arms
- 9.7. Lubricating PTO Shaft
- 10. Service Engine
- 10.1. Avoid Fumes
- 10.2. Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO)
- 10.3. Aftertreatment Indicators Overview
- 10.4. Diesel Engine Oil Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage V
- 10.5. Checking Engine Oil Level
- 10.6. Changing Engine Oil and Filter
- 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. Diesel 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. Servicing Belt
- 10.19. Adjusting Belt
- 10.20. Replacing Fuel Filter
- 10.21. Checking Water Separator Bowl
- 10.22. Spark Arrestor Maintenance (If Equipped)
- 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. Checking and Aligning Motion Control Levers
- 12.2. Checking and Adjusting Motion Control Levers Gap
- 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 (60 and 72 in. Side Discharge)
- 13.5. Removing and Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt Shields (60 in. RD)
- 13.6. Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension (72 in. Side Discharge)
- 13.7. Adjusting Mower Deck Drive Belt Tension (60 in. Side Discharge and 60 in. Rear Discharge)
- 13.8. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (72 in. Side Discharge)
- 13.9. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (60 in. Rear Discharge)
- 13.10. Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt (60 in. Side Discharge)
- 13.11. Checking and Replacing Mower Blades
- 13.12. Sharpening Blades
- 13.13. 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. Using Booster Battery
- 14.5. Replacing Fuses and Relays
- 14.6. Replacing Light Bulb
- 15. Service Miscellaneous
- 15.1. Diesel Fuel
- 15.2. Biodiesel Fuel
- 15.3. Filling Fuel Tank
- 15.4. Removing and Installing Drive Wheels
- 15.5. Tightening Drive Wheel Hardware
- 15.6. Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels
- 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
- 16.6. Troubleshooting Guide for Common DTCs
- 16.7. Input and Output Status Menu
- 17. Storage
- 17.1. Storing Safety
- 17.2. Preparing Machine for Storage
- 17.3. Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
- 17.4. Storage for BioDiesel Fuel
- 17.5. Removing Machine From Storage
- 18. Assembly
- 18.1. Install Deflector (60 and 72 in. Side Discharge)
- 19. Specifications
- 19.1. Drive Train
- 19.2. Electrical System
- 19.3. Fuel System
- 19.4. Steering and Brakes
- 19.5. Battery
- 19.6. Capacities
- 19.7. Travel Speeds
- 19.8. Dimensions
- 19.9. Recommended Lubricants
- 19.10. Fast Idle Engine Speed with Mower Running
- 19.11. Speed of Rotation of the Cutting Device
- 19.12. Sound Measurements
- 19.13. Vibration Measurements
- 20. Declaration of Conformity
- 20.1. EC Declaration of Conformity
- 20.2. EC Declaration of Conformity
- 20.3. EC Declaration of Conformity
- 21. John Deere Quality Statement
- 21.1. John Deere Quality
- 22. Service Record
- 22.1. Record Service Dates






