Key engine features include:
First-stage foam filter stops large dirt particles before they make contact with the filter.
The air filter is easily removed for cleaning or replacement.
Air screen cover provides protection for the rotating air screen. Rotating screen filters out debris and reduces the size of material that gets through so it will pass harmlessly past the engine fins.
Full-pressure lubrication system provides plenty of oil to the engines moving parts to ensure reliable operation and long life:
John Deere recommends the use of fuel stabilizer in gasoline. See Fuel-Protect for gasoline engines (8 oz) for more information.
A convenient service interval decal provides basic maintenance information. It provides a quick-reference for keeping recommended service up to date.
The footrest area is hinged and easily raised for service to mower deck:
The engines are easy to service, including changing the oil and the oil filter and servicing the air filter.
Accel Deep™ Mower Decks have several features that make them easy to service:
Tie-down locations are provided for convenience and safety when trailering the machine.
ZTrak Mowers are designed around a heavy-duty formed and welded steel frame for strength and reliability.
Large front caster wheels and large rear drive wheels provide several operator benefits:
The operator platform is roomy and uncluttered for maximum comfort, and the controls are convenient to use:
The 60-in. (152-cm) HC Mower Deck has a deep-deck design.
The 60-in. (152-cm) HC Deck is stamped from heavy, 9-gauge, 0.150-in. (3.8-mm) steel to minimize the number of welds and provide a smooth underside for reduced material buildup:
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy:
An optional mulching attachment is available:
The MulchControl attachment makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. Now the operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to the side-discharge mode when needed.
MulchControl limitations
While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch about one third of the material. Therefore, the side-discharge mode is essentially a partial-mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:
MulchControl compatibility
MulchControl is a field-installed attachment. Mulching blades are included:
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The 48-in. (122-cm) HC Mower Deck has a deep-deck design to handle higher volumes of grass. It is stamped from heavy-gauge steel and has additional durability features to stand up to challenging mowing conditions.
The 48-in. (122-cm) HC Deck is stamped from heavy, 9-gauge, 0.150-in. (3.8-mm) steel to minimize the number of welds and provide a smooth underside for reduced material buildup:
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy:
An optional rear bagger is available:
The Power Flow blower is mounted on a sturdy swing arm that allows easy installation and cleanout.
An optional mulching attachment is available:
The operator station is designed for operator comfort and convenience in operating all controls:
Comfortable seats with two suspension springs and no-tools fore-aft seat adjustment, that can be used by the operator while seated:
Two steel springs under the seat absorb shocks when traveling over rougher areas to provide a smoother ride.
The commercial-style steel footrest flips up to provide easy access for servicing the mower deck:
The motion-control levers can be adjusted to three different height settings and fifteen different fore-aft settings:
A standard shock absorber for the motion-control levers makes it easy and comfortable to maneuver the ZTrak™ Mowers:
Tracking adjustment from the operator seat is quick and easy. A cut-height pin provides an easy method to adjust the motion-control levers:
The operator control panel is conveniently located and easy to use.
The instruments and controls are as follows:
The park brake is conveniently located:
The Z535R and Z540R include a foot-lift pedal along with the hand-lift lever to make raising the mower deck easier. The foot-lift pedal also provides a convenient way to temporarily raise the mower deck over an obstruction while mowing:
The 54-in. (137-cm) HC Mower Deck has a deep-deck design.
The 54-in. (137-cm) HC Deck is stamped from heavy, 8-gauge, 0.164-in. (4.2-mm) steel to minimize the number of welds and provide a smooth underside for reduced material buildup:
A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy:
An optional rear bagger is available:
The Power Flow blower is mounted on a sturdy swing arm that allows easy installation and cleanout.
An optional mulching attachment is available:
The MulchControl attachment makes mulching more practical for many mowing situations because it not only does an excellent job of mulching but it also allows the mower to be easily converted for times when it is more desirable to side discharge or collect the lawn material. Advantages of mulching grass clippings include:
MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:
MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:
MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. Now the operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side-discharge or bagging when needed.
MulchControl limitations
While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl will still mulch about one third of the material. Therefore, the side-discharge mode is essentially a partial-mulch mode. This can be an advantage when side discharging or bagging, as it helps to reduce the amount of material being discharged. Other times this could work as a disadvantage:
MulchControl compatibility
MulchControl is a field-installed attachment. Mulching blades are included:
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Specifications | ||||
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Select up to 4 models to compare specifications | John DeereZ540RResidential ZTrak™ Mower with 48-, 54-, or 60-in. High Capacity Deck |
Power | 24 hp 17.9 kW | |||
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Model number | FS730V | |||
Displacement | 44.3 cu in. 726 cc | |||
Cylinders | V-twin | |||
Lubrication | Full pressure with replaceable filter, capacity, 2.2 U.S. qt 2.1 L | |||
Type | Overhead valve | |||
Battery | 12 V 300 CCA | |||
Choke/speed control | Separate control levers | |||
Cooling method | Air | |||
Fuel tank capacity | 4.5 U.S. gal. 17 L | |||
Fuel gauge | Fuel level sight line |
Dual hydros | Tuff Torq TZ17-M with 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles | |||
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Hydraulic pumps | ||||
Wheel motors |
Forward speed | 0-9 mph 0-14.5 km/h | |||
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Reverse speed | 0-4.5 mph 0-7.2 km/h | |||
Speed and direction control | Twin premium levers | |||
Control adjustment | 3-height/18 positions |
Frame | Heavy-duty frame tubing | |||
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Primer/paint | E-coat/powder | |||
Front caster tires | 13x6.5-6 | |||
Front caster bearings | Sealed ball bearings | |||
Drive tires | 23x10.5-12 | |||
Hourmeter | Yes | |||
Service interval decal | Yes | |||
Storage compartment | Yes | |||
Cup holder | Yes |
Seat back height | High back with armrests, 20 in. 50.8 cm | |||
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Fore-aft adjustment | While seated, 4.5 in. 11.4 cm | |||
Seat suspension | Two springs |
Type | Foot lift and hand lever | |||
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Mower cut height | 1-4 in. 2.5-10.2 cm | |||
Cut height increments | 0.25 in. 0.64 cm | |||
Preset cut height | Yes |
Width of cut | 48 in. 122 cm 54 in. 137 cm 60 in. 152 cm | |||
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Type | High-capacity side discharge | |||
Mower deck material | 9 gauge 0.15 in. 3.8 mm | |||
Mower drive system | V-belt |
Type | Electric, 125 lb-ft 169 Nm | |||
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Drive | V-belt |
Wheelbase | 48.7 in. 123.7 cm | |||
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Overall length | 76.7 in. 194.8 cm | |||
Width without mower | 47.8 in. 121.4 cm | |||
Width with mower | 48 HC, 62.4 in. 158.5 cm 54 HC, 68.3 in. 173.5 cm 60 HC, 73.5 in. 186.7 cm | |||
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage) | 48 HC, 53.6 in. 136.1 cm 54 HC, 59.6 in. 173.5 cm 60 HC, 65.6 in. 166.6 cm | |||
Height | 46.1 in. 117.1 cm | |||
Weight | With mower and fuel, 48 HC, 697 lb 316 kg With mower and fuel, 54 HC, 717 lb 325 kg With mower and fuel, 60 HC, 738 lb 335 kg |
Operator presence system | Yes | |||
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Park brake interlock | Yes | |||
Safety video | Yes |
Note 1 | Mower wash port makes cleaning the deck easier | |||
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Note 2 | Flip-up foot platform for easy service access | |||
Note 3 | 18-position adjustable motion-control levers | |||
U.S. warranty | 4 year/500 hour bumper-to-bumper* (*Term limited to years or hours used, whichever comes first, and varies by model. See the LIMITED WARRANTY FOR NEW JOHN DEERE TURF AND UTILITY EQUIPMENT at JohnDeere.com or JohnDeere.ca/TUWarranty for details.) |
Rear bagger | 48 HC and 54 HC, 6.5 bu 229.1 L | |||
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Powered collection | ||||
Mulching system | Yes | |||
Single light kit | ||||
Double light kit | Yes | |||
Rubber floor mat | Standard | |||
Sun shade | ||||
Mounted sprayer | 15 U.S. gal. 56.8 L | |||
Storage cover | Yes | |||
Light kit | Dual headlight kit | |||
Material collection system | 48 HC and 54 HC, Power Flow? rear bagger, 6.5 bu 229.1 L |
Date collected | 19-Apr-2017 |
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