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Special Messages
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention
to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well as
helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all
the information carefully to avoid injury and machine
damage.
Introduction
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Record ldentffication Numbers
Mid-Mount Rotary Mower for 425, 445, and 455 Lawn
and Garden Tractors
60 Inch Serial No. (060001 -)
If you need to contact an Authorized Service Center for
information on servicing, always provide the product model
and serial number.
You will need to locate the serial number for the machine
and for the engine. Record the information in the spaces
provided below. ·
DATE OF PURCHASE:
DEALER NAME:
DEALER PHONE:
Product Identification
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................................•.........5
Installing ................................................................................................................................................................................9
Removing ............................................................................................................................................................................11
Operating .............................................................................................................................................................................13
Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
Service lntervals ........................·....................................................................................................·....................................... 20
Service ................................................................................................................................................................................21
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................26
Storage .................................................................................................................................................................................27
Assembly ..............................................................................................................................................................................28
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................................29
lndex .....................................................................................................................................................................................30
Table of Contents
SAFETY
Understanding The Machine Safety Labels DANGER:
Operating Safely
Safety- 5
SAFETY
instructions to operate the machine. Parking Safely
• Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware 1. Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing
parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition 2. Disengage Power Take-Off (PTO).
and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments 3. Lower attachments to the ground.
before you operate.
4. Lock the park brake.
• Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or
5. Stop the engine.
service brakes as necessary.
6. Remove the key.
• Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
7. Wait for engine and all moving parts to stop before you
• If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it.
leave the operator's seat.
Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and
attachments properly maintained and in good working 8. Close fuel shut-off valve, if your machine is equipped.
order.
• Be aware of the mower discharge direction and make
sure that no one is in the path of the discharge direction. Rotating Blades are Dangerous
• Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.
HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.
• Be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating
the machine. Safe operation requires your full attention.
• Older adults are involved in a large percentage of riding
mower accidents involving injury. These operators should
evaluate their ability to operate a mower safely enough to
protect the operator and others from serious injury.
Safety- 6
SAFETY
PROTECT CHILDREN: Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
• Never assume that children will remain where you last Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury
saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay or death:
alert to the presence of children.
• Wear close fitting clothing.
• Keep children indoors when you are mowing. Turn the
machine off if a child enters the mowing area. • Stop the engine and be sure PTO driveline is stopped
before getting near it.
• Use extra care when you come to blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your vision.
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate the Practice Safe Maintenance
machine.
• Do not carry or let children ride on any attachment or
machine even with the blades off. Do not tow children in a
cart or trailer.
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• Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
~ moving. Keep safety devices in place and in working
condition. Keep hardwaretight.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing, jewelry, and long hair away
• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment from any moving parts, to prevent them from getting
appropriate for the job. caught.
• Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side • Lower attachments to the ground before servicing
shields when operating the mower. machine. Disengage all power and stop the engine. Lock
park brake and remove the key. Let machine cool.
• Wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. • Disconnect battery or remove spark plug wire before
making any repairs.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service
and operation requires your full attention. • Before servicing the machine, carefully release pressure
from any components with stored energy, such as
hydraulic components.
Safety- 7
SAFETY
• Keep all nuts and bolts tightened, especially blade
attachment bolts.
• Securely support any machine elements that must be
raised for service work.
• Never run engine unless park brake is locked.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed.
Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.
• To prevent fires, remove any buildup of grease, oil, or
debris from the machine, especially the engine
compartment.
• Charge batteries in an open, well-ventilated area, away
from sparks. Unplug battery charger before connecting or
disconnecting from the battery. Use insulated tools.
• Do not modify machine or safety devices. Unauthorized
modifications may impair its function and safety.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while servicing
the machine. Safe service requires your full attention.
Safety- 8
INSTALLING
Installing Mower
Installing - 9
INSTALLING
14.Put each tractor rear lift arm (I) between brackets (J) on 18.Make sure tab (P) is in position shown.
mower deck.
15.Lock both tractor rear lift arms in place with spring
loaded J-pins (K).
19.Pull spring loaded pin (Q) outward of handle (R) and put
it in hole (S) on tractor frame.
20.Start engine and raise mower deck.
16. Put front dr ft rod (L) of mower draft assembly in slotted
21.Stop the engine.
bracket (M) on m wer deck.
Installing - 10
REMOVING
Removing Mower
1. Stop tractor on a hard, level surface, such as a cement
floor.
2. Lock the park brake.
1O.Pull spring loaded pin (E) outward and rotate handle (F)
forward.
-- M47543
Removing - 11
REMOVING
Removing - 12
OPERATING
Lowering and Raising Mower
NOTE: Only tractors equipped with the optional front
hitch or loader will be equipped with hydraulic valve.
Operating - 13
OPERATING
NOTE: Upward travel of tractor rear lift arms is limited
by the following stops:
• J-pins (A) (early model tractors -1995 or prior)
• lock bolts (late model tractors- 1996 and up).
Maximum cut height is achieved when one or both
J-pins or lock bolts are forced to contact the tractor
frame by movement of the rear lift arm.
7. Remove spring locking pin (B) and drilled pin (C) from
each tractor lift arm.
8. Turn each yoke (D) clockwise to raise both sides of
mower equally.
9. Attach yokes to tractor lift arms with drilled pins and
spring locking pins.
1O.Start engine.
11.Raise mower to maximum cutting height.
12.Check to see if rear tractor lift arm forces stops to
contact tractor frame:
• If stops do contact the tractor frame, you need not go
any further.
• If stops do not contact the tractor frame, repeat steps
4-8.
13.Check mower level when above is completed:
• Tractors with Single Tie Rods - Complete "Front-
To-Rear" adjustment first, then "Side-to-Side".
• Tractors with Double Tie Rods - Complete "Side-
to-Side" adjustment first, then "Front To Rear''.
Picture Note: Upper Photo shows Two Wheel Steer
Model; Lower Photo shows All Wheel Steer Model
4. Check to see if rear tractor lift arm forces stops to Adjusting Mower Level (Front-to-Rear)
contact tractor frame:
• If stops do contact the tractor frame, you need not go
any further. A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are
dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing
• If stops do not contact the tractor frame, continue to
follow the steps listed below. mower:
5. Start the engine and lower mower to the ground. • Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent
engine from starting accidently.
6. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Always wear gloves when handling mower
blades or working near blades.
Operating - 14
OPERATING
2. Inflate tires to the correct pressure. Adjusting Mower Level (Side-to-Side)
3. Turn right blade so blade tip points straight forward.
M63496
3. Remove two nuts (A), washers (B), and cap screws (C)
from discharge chute.
M47496 4. Lift discharge chute. Use tape or wire to hold discharge
chute back.
Picture Note: Mower front draft assembly removed NOTE: The difference between blade measurements
from tractor for clarity. must not be more than 3 mm (1/8 in).
5. Loosen two rear nuts (D). 5. Turn left blade parallel to axle and complete
measurement. Hold drive belt and turn right blade parallel
6. Adjust two front nuts (E): to machine axle and complete measurements.
• Turn two front nuts (E) clockwise to raise front of
mower deck.
• Turn two front nuts (E) counterclockwise to lower
front of mower deck.
7. Measure distance (F). This measurement should be the
same on each side of the front draft rod.
8. Tighten rear nuts after adjustment is made.
9. Measure blade tips again and adjust if necessary.
Operating - 15
OPERATING
Adjusting Height of Front Roller
7. Remove spring locking pin (F) and drilled pin (G) from
tractor lift arm.
8. Adjust yoke:
• Turn yoke (H) clockwise to raise mower. 2. Remove nuts and bolts (E).
• Turn yoke (H) counterclockwise to lower mower. 3. Move adjustable bracket (F) and roller (G) to desired
cutting height position.
9. Attach yoke to tractor lift arm with drilled pin and spring
locking pin. 4. Install and tighten hardware to 60 N•m (45 lb-ft).
Operating - 16
OPERATING
Adjusting Height of Front Caster Wheel
A CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you adjust
Operating - 17
OPERATING
chains and cables.
Operating - 18
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Service Literature
If you would like a copy of the Parts Catalog or Technical
Manual for this machine call:
• U.S. & Canada: 1-800-522-7448.
• All Other Regions: Your John Deere dealer.
Parts
We recommend John Deere quality parts and lubricants,
available at your John Deere dealer.
Part numbers may change, use part numbers listed below
when you order. If a number changes, your dealer will have
the latest number.
When you order parts, your John Deere dealer needs your
machine serial number and engine serial number. These
are the numbers that you have recorded in the Introduction
section of this manual.
Part Numbers
Blade M87622
Replacement Parts - 19
SERVICE INTERVALS
10 Hours
• Adjust idler arm stop. (After first 10 hours -then every
100 hours.).
25 Hours
• Lubricate driveline.
• Lubricate front caster wheel.
• Lubricate rear gauge wheels.
• Lubricate mower blade spindles.
• Check mower blades.
100 Hours
• Check gearbox oil level.
• Power wash deck without shields in place.
• Lubricate idler arm.
• Check front roller.
• Check rear rollers.
• Check mower drive belt.
• Adjust idler arm stop.
500 Hours
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• Change gearbox oil.
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Service Intervals- 20
SERVICE
Grease Lubricating Driveline
Gear Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature
range during the period between oil changes.
John Deere GL-5 Gear Lubricant is recommended.
Other oils may be used if they meet one or more of the
following:
• API Service Classification GL-5.
• Military Specification MIL-L-21 05D.
• Military Specification MIL-L-21 05C.
• Military Specification MIL-L-21 058.
Lubricate each rear gauge wheel point (A) with John
Oils meeting Military Specification MIL-L-10324A may be Deere EP grease, or an equivalent.
used as arctic oils.
Service- 21
SERVICE
Lubricating Front Caster Wheel Removing Belt Shields
Lubricate right front wheel point (A) and pivot bushing Remove nut and washer (A), one on each belt shield , and
point (B) with John Deere EP grease, or an equivalent. lift belt shields from mower.
Lubricate three mower spindle points (A) on mower deck 2. Lubricate the idler arm (A) with John Deere EP grease
with John Deere EP grease, or an equivalent. or an equivalent.
3. Install belt shield.
Service- 22
SERVICE
2. Loosen nut (A) on idler stop. 3. Clean top of the mower deck and the area around all of
the sheaves (A) of debris.
3. Push idler stop against idler arm (B).
4. Loosen nut on idler arm stop, and slide idler arm stop
4. Tighten nut to 70 N•m (50 lb-ft).
back in slot.
5. Install belt shields.
Service- 23
SERVICE
4. Position each belt shield under stops (B) and fasten with
nut and washer (C).
5. Tighten nuts.
6. Install mower on tractor.
1. Install mower deck belt as shown in diagram. Checking Mower for Bent Blades
2. Install gearbox and mounting bracket assembly on
mower deck.
Service- 24
SERVICE
Sharpening Blades 5. Grind bevel of heavy end.
6. Check blade balance again and repeat Steps 3-5, if
necessary.
7. Do not change blade beveL
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1. Remove mower from tractor.
M61830 2. Turn mower over and place a block of wood between
blade and mower deck to prevent blade from turning when
Sharpen blades with grinder, hand file, or electric blade removing bolt.
sharpener.
Keep original bevel (A) when you grind. Blade should have
no more than 0.40 mm (1/64 in.) cutting edge.
Balancing Blades
~~ M62009
1. Clean blade.
2. Put blade on nail in vise or on vertical wall stud.
3. Turn blade to horizontal position.
4. If blade is not balanced, heavy end of blade will drop.
Service- 25
TROUBLESHOOTING
Using Troubleshooting Chart
If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this
chart, see your John Deere dealer for service.
When you have checked all the possible causes listed and
you are still experiencing the problem, see your John
Deere dealer.
Troubleshooting Chart
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IF 7
CHECK
Troubleshooting - 26
STORAGE
Storing Mower
1. Remove mower from tractor. (If tractor is to be stored,
keep mower on tractor and refer to Storing Machine in your
Tractor's Operator Manual.)
2. Clean underside of mower with water pressure and
scraper.
3. Inspect blades:
• Have dull blades sharpened and balanced.
• Replace damaged blades.
4. Remove belt shields and clean top of deck and the area
around all of the sheaves.
5. Check condition of belt. If necessary, get a new belt. Do
not install new belt until you remove mower from storage.
6. Repair or replace any worn or damaged parts.
7. Apply touch-up paint where needed to prevent rust.
8. Lubricate grease points.
9. Release belt tension.
1O.lnstall belt shields.
11.Store mower in a clean, dry place.
12.Put a waterproof cover over mower, if you store the
mower outside.
Storage- 27
ASSEMBLY
Identify Parts
3. Turn each rear gauge wheel (A) 180 degrees and install
back on mower in the sideways position.
4. Install drilled pin (C) and spring locking ring (B)
(removed above) in lowest position in gauge wheel arm.
Assembly - 28
SPECIFICATIONS
60 Inch Mower
Mower Type .•.............................................•......................•....••....Rotary
Cutting Blades . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . • . . . . . . . • . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Blade Bolt Torque ...•..........•..........•..•...•.....................•.......•.. 112 N•m (83 lb-ft)
Cutting Width .................................••...•........•......................... 1.5 m (60 in.)
Cutting Height (approximate) . . . . . • . . . • • . . • . • • . . . • • . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 to 102 mm (1 to 4 in.)
Overall Width (Chute Down) • . • . . • • • • . • • . . • . • • . . • . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • . . . . • . . . . • . . . 1.84 m (72.5 in.)
Overall Width (Chute Raised) • • • • • • • . • • • • • . . • . . • • • • . . . • . . • . . • • . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.69 m (66.5 in.)
Overall Length . • . . . . • . . • . • . • • • • • • . . • • • . . . . . . . . • • • . . . . . . . • . . • . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . . . . 940 mm (37 in.)
Recommended Lubricants
Grease .•....•............••.•......................•.•.•.John Deere Multi-Purpose SD Polyurea Grease
•......•..........•.......•...................... John Deere Multi-Purpose HD Lithium Complex Grease
Specifications - 29
INDEX
Oil, Check Gearbox ··········'···························'··············'···28
Oil, Checking/Adding Gearbox ........................................ 23
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Belt Shields, Removing ................................... ,.............. 22
Parts Catalog .................................................................. 19
Belt, Cleaning/Removing Mower Deck ........................... 23
Parts for Assembly ........................................................... 28
Belt, Installing Mower Deck ............................................ 24
Blades, Balancing ····························'······························ 25 R
Blades, Checking Mower for Bent .................................. 24 Roller, Adjusting Height of Front ....... ;............................. 16
Blades, Removing and Installing Mower ........................ 25
Blades, Sharpening ........................................................ 25 s
c Safety Messages .............................................................. 5
Safety-AiertSymbol .......................................................... 5
Caster Wheel, Adjusting Height of Front ........................ 17
Service Literature ............................................................ 19
Caster Wheel, Lubricating Front ······'······························ 22 Shields, Removing Belt ................................................... 22
Certification Label ............................................................. 5 Spindles, Lubricating ....................................................... 22
Customer Service ........................................................... 32
Cutting Height by Depth Control Stop, Adjusting ........... 17 T
Cutting Height, Adjusting for Maximum .......................... 13 Technical Manual ............................................................ 19
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Depth Control Stop, Adjusting Cutting Height by ........... 17 Wheel, Adjusting Height of Front Caster ......................... 17
Driveline, Lubricating ...................................................... 21 Wheel, Lubricating Front Caster ..................................... 22
G Wheels, Adjusting Height of Rear Gauge ....................... 17
Wheels, Install Rear Gauge ............................................ 28
Gauge Wheels, Adjusting Height of Rear ....................... 17 Wheels, Lubricating Rear Gauge .................................... 21
Gauge Wheels, Lubricating Rear ................................... 21
Gearbox Oil, Check ........................................................ 28
Gearbox Oil, Checking/Adding ....................................... 23
Grease ............................................................................ 21
Index- 30
S3.LON
JOHN DEERE QUALITY STATEMENT
John Deere Quality
Step1
Step2
Contact your dealer (Ca111-800-:P-8233 to locate your nearest John Deere dealer)
A. Your John Deere dealer hasftie resf'lonsibility, authority, C. If the parts and service people are unable to resolve your
and ability to answer questions, resolve problems, and fulfill problem, see the dealership manager or owner.
your parts and service needs.
B. Fjrst, discuss your questions or problems with your D. If your questions or problems are not resolved by the
dea~er's trained parts and service staff. dealer, then go to Step 3.
'Step3