Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsJohn Deere ManualsOutdoorsZ525E, 54 in. 22 HP Dual -Hydrostatic Gas Zero-Turn Riding Mower - California Only

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c. Adjust mower level, if necessary, by turning rear nuts (E)

clockwise to raise the side of the mower deck, or

counterclockwise to lower the mower deck.

NOTE: Ensure that bottom of lock nut is engaged on threaded tting to

avoid hardware from loosening during operation.

6. Measure mower level (front-to-rear).

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a. Turn right blade (F) so blade tip points straight forward.

b. Measure from blade tip to the surface. Take measurement for

both blades. The front blade tip must be 3 - 6 mm (1/8 - 1/4 in.)

lower than rear blade tip.

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48 in. deck shown.

c. 48A and 54A mower decks: Adjust front to rear mower level, if

necessary, by loosening rear nuts (G) on front lift rod. Turn front

nuts (H) clockwise to raise front of mower or counterclockwise

to lower it. Make sure front lift rod (I) contacts mower deck

bracket on both sides (J) to maximize stability of deck. Tighten

rear nut after adjustment is complete.

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d. 48HC, 54HC, 60HC and 62 in. mower decks: Adjust mower

level, if necessary, by loosening lower nut (K) on both sides of

deck. Turn top nut (L) on each side of deck clockwise to raise

front of mower or counterclockwise to lower front of mower.

Tighten lower nuts after adjustment is complete.

NOTE: Verify that deck latches in transport position. If it does not latch,

turn both rear adjusting nuts counterclockwise equally to lower

rear of deck until deck latch engages. Check front lift rod

adjustment, adjust if necessary.

Adjusting Mower Wheels

CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous.

Before adjusting or servicing mower:

• Disconnect spark plug wire(s) or battery negative (-) cable

to prevent engine from starting accidentally.

• Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or

working near blades.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The mower deck can be damaged if

mower wheels are adjusted wrong:

• Wheels must not ride on ground supporting mower

weight.

• Check wheel adjustment each time cutting height is

changed.

1. Park machine safely on a level surface. (See Parking Safely in the

SAFETY section).

2. Inate tires to correct pressure.

3. Raise mower deck lift lever, and lock in transport position.

4. Adjust mower wheels to correct height:

Operating