Z525E ZTRAK MOWER

Magnetic hitch pin

Fits John Deere lawn and garden tow behind attachments.

• Strong magnetic grip
• Rust resistant
• Easy to install, secure fit

Ordering information

Customers, please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

Magnetic hitch pin

Order number: LP63768

LG268 home maintenance kit

Typical home maintenance kit

Home maintenance kits are a handy and convenient way for dealers to supply a customer with the maintenance-interval parts as specified in their operator's manual.

The LG268 home maintenance kit includes the following:

Power Flow chute and blower

Hopper, chute, and blower

The Power Flow chute is required, along with the high-performance Power Flow blower, to use the 2-bag Power Flow material collection system. The chute includes a convenient handle and a fill indicator that tells the operator when the bags are getting full.

One chute works with several vehicle applications. Trim lines on the chute are referenced in the instructions so the chute can be cut to the proper length for the vehicle/mower application.

Hopper and included weight bracket and weights

Weight bracket and weights

6.5-bu (229-L) rear bagger, chute, and blower

The 6.5-bu (229-L) rear bagger efficiently collects material from the mower deck:

• A Power Flow™ blower (ordered separately) on the end of the mower deck moves material up the chute (ordered separately) and into the hopper.
• A weight bracket and four 18-lb (8.2-kg) weights are included for installation on the front of the vehicle to help counterbalance the weight of the hopper.

Removing bag from 6.5-bu (229-L) hopper

Removing bag from 6.5-bu (229-L) hopper

The hopper design provides efficient bagging performance, clean operation, and easy-to-empty bags:

• Two durable bags give a generous, 6.5-bu (229-L) capacity.
• The bags lift out for easy emptying.
• Efficient chute provides a smooth flow of material to reduce the chance of plugging.
  • The chute and Power Flow blower must be ordered separately.
• Standard mower blades are used for bagging.
• Air exhaust duct directs air from the hopper back and toward the ground for clean operation.
• Convenient latch makes opening and closing the hopper easy.

NOTE: Appropriate Power Flow blower, chute, and attachment bar are required (ordered separately).

NOTE: The 6.5-bu (229-L) hopper is not compatible with 60-in. (152-cm) and 62-in. (157-cm) Mower Decks because their larger size and ability to fill the hopper more quickly reduces the usefulness of the bagging system.

HP Power Flow blower assembly

The high-performance (HP) Power Flow blower assembly for the 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep™ Mower is used with the hopper and chute to provide a very effective material collection system. A 6.5-bu (229-L) hopper and chute must be ordered separately to complete this material collection system.

HP Power Flow blower assembly

The high-performance (HP) Power Flow blower assembly for the 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep™ Mower is used with the hopper and chute to provide a very effective material collection system. A 6.5-bu (229-L) hopper and chute must be ordered separately to complete this material collection system.

Rear bumper

The optional rear bumper bolts to the ZTrak^TM tubular frame for solid support:

• Provides protection for the rear of the ZTrak mower

Battery charger

This fully automatic 1.5-amp battery charger and maintainer safely charges lawn and garden, RV, deep-cycle, and most batteries that require long storage periods. It is particularly useful during winter months when the vehicle is not being used regularly, to ensure the battery stays charged:

• Automatically determines if the battery is 6- or 12-V and adjusts accordingly
• Helps maintain battery in good condition and ensures it is fully charged
• Powers on to charge battery and powers off when fully charged
• 'Onboard' feature allows mounting next to the battery on collector, street rods, and other occasional-use vehicles
• 1.5-amp trickle charges small batteries in 2 to 12 hours
• Maintains large battery charges
• Hookup protection guards battery and charger from damage 

Includes a choice of battery connection methods:

• Standard color-coded clips to connect to any battery
• Cable with quick-disconnect plug and end loops that can be bolted to battery terminals and easily unplugged from charger when not in use

Boarding step

Compatible with EZTrak™ Z400-series, Z600-series and ZTrak Z500-series mowers, the ZTrak Z5 boarding step allows for easier mounting and dismounting of a zero-turn mower. A complete bolt-on solution, this kit attaches to the left side of the mower frame for convenient access.

Ordering information

Please contact a local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

ZTrak Z5 Boarding Step
Order number: LP66655

Floor mat kit installed

The floor mat kit provides extra comfort and traction to the foot platform.

Footrest extensions

The optional foot rest extension kit includes bolt-on left and right footrests for EZtrak^TM and ZTrak™ Mowers:

• Makes operating the mower more comfortable for the operator

Striping kit brush

Before mowing

After mowing

Features and benefits

• Homeowners can now achieve results just like the professionals.
• The attachment works extremely well with the suspended mower design.
• The attachment is easy to adjust for varying mower cutting heights.
• The brush adjusts to varying ground conditions and allows the operator to freely maneuver the vehicle without damaging the turf.
• The brush fits ZTrak 48-in. (122-cm) and 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep™ Mower Decks
• The brush is very economical and functional.

Specifications

Ordering information

Customers, please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

ZTrak grass groomer - lawn striping kit

Order number: LP63764

Kit includes headlights and required components to provide additional lighting when needed.

Foot lift kit

The premium foot lift kit makes raising, lowering, or changing the mower-deck height easier for ZTrak™ mowers. It is compatible with:

• Z525E, Z535M and Z540M with 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep™ Mower Deck
• Z525E, Z535M and Z540M with 54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck

Protective cover (partially removed)

Protective cover (vehicle fully covered)

This cover provides heavy-duty protection for EZtrak™ and ZTrak riding mowers. It protects against sun damage, rain, dust, birds, and tree sap.

Dual reinforced air vents let air circulate and help prevent ballooning in winds. Elastic cord in bottom hem gives a quick and custom fit. Side handles are included for easy fitting and removal.

Ordering information

Please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

EZtrak and ZTrak protective cover

Order number: LP64430

Z525E ZTrak™ with Accel Deep Mower

The 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a stamped-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds:

• 4.5-in. (11.4-cm) deep throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance
  • Optional MulchControl™ attachment provides superior mulching performance and versatility.
• Stamped-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance
• Mower deck is suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut
  • Adjustable mower wheels, positioned just above ground level, help smooth out the mowing job

Mower top (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

Mower underside (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

Z525E ZTrak™ with Accel Deep Mower

The 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a stamped-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds:

• 4.5-in. (11.4-cm) deep throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance
  • Optional MulchControl™ attachment provides superior mulching performance and versatility.
• Stamped-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance
• Mower deck is suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut
  • Adjustable mower wheels, positioned just above ground level, help smooth out the mowing job

Mower top (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

Mower underside (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

Z525E ZTrak™ with Accel Deep Mower

The 54-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck is a stamped-steel, deep, flat-top design that delivers excellent cut quality, productivity, cleanliness, durability, and versatility. Optimal performance and dispersion of clippings is provided, even at faster mowing speeds:

• 4.5-in. (11.4-cm) deep throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance
  • Optional MulchControl™ attachment provides superior mulching performance and versatility.
• Stamped-steel design eliminates sharp edges and corners where material can build up and diminish mowing performance
• Mower deck is suspended from the vehicle for a smooth and level cut
  • Adjustable mower wheels, positioned just above ground level, help smooth out the mowing job

Mower top (similar mower from X500 Series Tractor shown)

Mower underside (similar mower from X500 Series Tractor shown)

Mower deck leveling gauge

Leveling gauge allows quick and accurate mower deck leveling and cutting height adjustment.

Can be used for:

• Lawn tractors
• Lawn and garden tractors
• Riding mowers
• Front mowers
• Commercial walk-behind mowers
• Zero-turn-radius mowers

MulchControl advantages and benefits

Z535M ZTrak™ with Accel Deep 48A Mower

X730 Tractor with 48A Mower Deck

The MulchControl attachment for the 48A Mower Deck 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:

• A beautiful looking lawn
• Grass clippings not blown onto the operator, driveways, or flower beds
• Less fertilizer use
• Elimination of the effort needed to dispose of clippings

How MulchControl works

MulchControl baffle open (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

MulchControl baffle closed (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:

• The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.
  • The MulchControl baffle, or divider, between the left and middle spindles is about half way down. The height is designed to balance the mulching and side-discharge modes.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is open, the divider between the left and middle spindles passes a portion of the material to the discharge opening, along with the material from the middle and right spindle areas.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is closed, this material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.

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:

• When cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda
• When cutting in wet, high-growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States
• When optimum bagging and lawn clean-up is desired

MulchControl baffle closed

MulchControl handle

• The MulchControl handle is located on top of the mower deck and used to open and close the discharge baffle.
  • The operator is required to get off of the machine in order to engage or disengage mulch mode.
• Changing from mulching to side discharging or vice versa takes only a few seconds.

MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:

• Usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long
• Usually side-discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings
• Always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns
• Bag clippings, but want to go farther before emptying bags
  • With 48A and 54A Mower Decks, the MulchControl baffle can be opened or closed with the Power Flow™ blower installed. The Power Flow blower will run without material when the baffle is closed.

MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. The operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side discharge or bagging when needed.

MulchControl advantages and benefits

ZTrak™ Z525E mowing

The MulchControl attachment for the 54A Mower Deck 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:

• A beautiful looking lawn
• Grass clippings not blown onto the operator, driveways, or flower beds
• Less fertilizer use
• Elimination of the effort needed to dispose of clippings

How MulchControl works

MulchControl baffle open (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

MulchControl baffle closed (similar mower from X700 Series Tractor shown)

MulchControl is an innovative, simple design that is easy to use and maintain:

• The MulchControl attachment includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.
  • The MulchControl baffle, or divider, between the left and middle spindles is about half way down. The height is designed to balance the mulching and side-discharge modes.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is open, the divider between the left and middle spindles passes a portion of the material to the discharge opening, along with the material from the middle and right spindle areas.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is closed, this material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.

MulchControl baffle closed

MulchControl handle

• The MulchControl handle is located on top of the mower deck and used to open and close the discharge baffle.
  • The operator is required to get off of the machine in order to engage or disengage mulch mode.
• Changing from mulching to side discharging or vice versa takes only a few seconds.

MulchControl is well-suited to the following mowing situations:

• Usually mulch, but side discharge when grass gets too long
• Usually side-discharge, but would like to be able to close the chute to control clippings
• Always mulch a main lawn, but often side discharge secondary lawns
• Bag clippings, but want to go farther before emptying bags
  • With 48A and 54A Mower Decks, the MulchControl baffle can be opened or closed with the Power Flow™ blower installed. The Power Flow blower will run without material when the baffle is closed.

MulchControl puts the operator in control of the clippings. The operator can have all the benefits of mulching with the ability to easily change to side discharging 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:

• When cutting strong southern grasses, such as Zoysia and Bermuda
• When cutting in wet, high-growth conditions, such as those found in the Pacific Northwest United States
• When optimum bagging and lawn clean-up is desired

Rear hitch

The rear hitch provides towing capability for ZTrak^TM Mowers:

• Bolts to tubular frame for solid support

Spark arrester screen

Allows tractor to meet restrictions imposed by certain areas.

15-gal. (57-L) sprayer

Features and benefits:

• 100-psi (689- kPa) SHURflo® pump
• 60-in. (152.4-cm) spray width
• Spraying systems spray wand with brass tip
• Custom brackets secure the sprayer to existing bagger mounts
• Stability because weight is positioned forward
  • A minimum of two 15-lb (7-kg) weights, for a total of 30 lb (13.6 kg), are needed at the front of the machine.
• Easy no-tools mounting

Specifications

Ordering information

Please contact your local John Deere dealer for availability and pricing information.

15-gal. (57-L) sprayer

Order number: LP53284

SHURflo is a trademark of SHURflo, LLC.

Weight kit

The weight kit includes a weight bracket and four 18-lb (8.2-kg) weights for installation on the front of a Z500 Series ZTrak™ Mower. Quick-pull pins hold the weights securely in place while providing easy installation and removal.

NOTE: The weight kit components are also included in the 6.5-bu (229-L) rear bagger attachment.