Comfortable ride delivered by an operator station with adjustable controls and ComfortGlide™ suspension
Operator station
Color-coded controls are easy to identify
The operator station is designed to provide superior operator comfort for many different operators:
Large foot platform
Ample legroom for comfortable operation
Rubber floor mat for extra foot comfort
Optional foot pegs (not shown) allow various comfortable positions for operator’s feet
Adjustable seat position, armrests, and spring suspension to suit each operator
Control panel conveniently located to the right of the seat
Adjustable motion-control levers
Upper and lower positioning combined with forward and rearward tilt offers more legroom and hand positions
COMFORTABLE SEAT
Comfortable seat with adjustable armrests
John Deere
Z530M
ZTrak™ Mower with 48-in. Deck
ComfortGlide™ suspension seat adjustment lever
The comfortable seat has two suspension springs, fore-aft seat adjustment, and ComfortGlide suspension:
A 20-in. (50.8-cm) high-back seat has thick foam padding for good support and comfort.
Armrests give you extra support.
3-in. (7.6-cm) no-tools, fore-aft adjustment makes almost any operator comfortable.
SEAT SUSPENSION
Long steel seat springs (left)
Long steel seat springs (right)
Two long steel springs absorb shocks when traveling over rougher areas.
ComfortGlide is an additional system that allows controlled fore and aft movement of the seat when experiencing undulations in uneven terrain. (M and R Series only).
Dramatically reduces horizontal vibrations and reduces jarring
Feel of ride is as if the operator is floating over the ground
Makes a big improvement to operator ride comfort
Allows front-to-rear movement, 1-in. (2.5-cm) forward and 1-in. (2.5-cm) rearward, to be absorbed
One lever with three positions
Slide seat fore/aft up to 3 in. (7.6 cm)
Engage isolator function to allow movement up to 1 in. (2.5 cm) fore and aft
Disengage isolator function to lock seat in position
FOOT PEGS (STANDARD ON R SERIES, OPTIONAL ON E AND M SERIES)
Foot platform with optional foot pegs installed on Z515E
Foot pegs provide you with more foot placement options and act as convenient handles to remove and replace the foot platform.
NOTE: Foot pegs are standard on the Z530R and Z545R and an optional extra-cost kit on the Z515E and Z530M.
CUP HOLDER AND STORAGE COMPARTMENT
Dual beverage holder
Storage compartment
The dual beverage holder on the left fender and storage compartment on the right fender add convenience for the operator:
Room for two drink containers of various sizes for longer mowing jobs
Storage compartment provides a safe and convenient location to store tools and supplies
NOTE: A storage compartment cover is standard on the Z530R and Z545R.
12-V CHARGE PORT
12-V charge port
12-V outlet is located within the storage compartment for the convenience of connecting a variety of electrical and electronic equipment.
Easy-to-see-and-use electric fuel gauge, instruments, and controls
CONTROL CONSOLE INCLUDES AN EASY-TO-READ FUEL GAUGE
Control console
Electric fuel gauge
The control console is located to the right of the operator station and includes the following:
Digital display
Easy-to-read fuel gauge keeps track of the amount of fuel remaining to minimize time spent stopping to refuel.
Hour meter shows operating hours to keep maintenance on schedule.
Ignition switch
Power take-off (PTO) control (yellow)
Engine speed control (orange)
Spring-loaded engine choke control so it is not inadvertently left on
Space for an optional light kit switch
Space for an additional electric control switch
FUEL SIGHT WIDOW AND FILL CAP
Fuel sight window
Fuel sight window and fuel fill cap
A conveniently located fuel-sight window allows the operator to view the fuel level when approaching the vehicle from the front:
Semi-clear material makes seeing how much fuel is in the tank quick and easy.
Large, 3-in. (7.6-cm) diameter fuel-fill opening reduces the chance of spilling when adding fuel.
Fuel-fill opening is low and angled to make adding fuel easy.
Cap is tethered to the fuel tank.
Less chance of fuel cap getting lost
MOWER DECK LIFT AND CUT HEIGHT
Mower lift pedal and cut-height adjustment
Mower deck cut-height adjustment and transport lock
Mower deck cutting height can be adjusted from 1 in. (2.5 cm) to 4 in. (10.2 cm) in 0.25-in. (0.64-cm) increments for excellent cut quality and performance:
A convenient foot-lift pedal is used to raise the mower deck for setting cut height or locking mower in the raised or transport position.
A lift-assist spring is provided to optimize the effort it takes to raise the mower deck.
CUT-HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT AND TRANSPORT LOCK
To adjust cut height, simply push down on the foot-lift pedal, place the cut-height pin in the desired location, and release the foot-lift pedal to lower the deck to the chosen height.
Use the foot-lift pedal to lock the deck in transport mode. Simply depress the pedal all the way and the deck will lock into transport mode.
To unlock and lower the deck, push down on the foot-lift pedal, pull up on the transport unlock lever, and release the foot-lift pedal to lower the deck to the chosen height.
ADJUSTABLE STEERING LEVERS
Motion-control levers in operating position
Motion-control levers in park position
Motion control levers are shaped and located for operator comfort and ease of control.
18-position control lever adjustment, low
18-position control lever adjustment, high
The motion-control levers can be adjusted to two different height settings and nine different fore-aft settings:
Combined height and fore/aft adjustments provide 18 positions
Increased operator comfort with more leg room and more hand positions
Adjustable for most precise control of the machine
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT
Tracking adjustment bolts
Tracking adjustment tool
Tracking adjustment can be made from the operator seat with the provided tool.
PARK BRAKE
Park brake lever
Motion-control levers in park position
The park brake is conveniently located:
Large lever is easy to use.
Park brake effectively holds the machine in the parked position.
Park brake must be engaged (in the upper position) to start the engine.
Motion-control levers must be in the outward position for the engine to crank.
Brake-and-go logic:
Park brake must be engaged for the engine to crank.
Once the engine is started, the park brake must be disengaged before operating the motion-control levers.
Park brake must be disengaged before operating the motion-control levers or the engine will stall.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Interlock switch is located under the seat
Safety interlocks help prevent operating in an unsafe way:
The parking brake must be engaged for the engine to crank.
Parking brake is set when motion-control levers are in the outward position.
The operator presence system requires the operator to be in the seat to operate the PTO.
The key switch interlock prevents bypass starting.
If the operator leaves the seat when the PTO is engaged, the controls are in the operating position, or the parking brake is not set, the engine will shut down.
The seat interlock switch disengages the mower when the operator leaves the seat.
The engine will stall if the operator leaves the seat without the motion-control levers in the outward position and the parking brake set.
Superior cut quality and productivity from the flat-top design of Accel Deep™ Mower Decks
ZTrak™ Z515E with 48A Mower Deck
ZTrak Z515E with 48A Mower Deck
The 48-in. (122-cm), 54-in. (137-cm), and 60-in. (152-cm) Accel Deep Mower Decks are a forged-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 or in tall grass:
4.83-in. (12.3-cm) (48A/54A) or 4.91-in. (12.5-cm) (60A) depth throughout the entire deck shell for optimum mowing, mulching, and bagging performance.
Optional MulchControl™ system provides superior mulching performance and versatility.
Forged-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 reduce scalping.
0.25-in. (6.4-mm) cut-height increments allow the mower to be set at the desired cut height
COMPATIBILITY
Superior performance and long life with a smooth and powerful 44.3-cu in. (726-cc) V-twin engine
V-twin engine
Convenient cover for air cleaner and cleanout port service
The Z530M and Z530R have a large 44.3-cu in. (726-cc) displacement engine with premium features that provide superior performance and reliability.
Easy inspection and removal of any debris that may have collected using two large cleanout ports that are integrated into the engine shroud over the cylinder heads.
Engine service times, reliability, and life are increased with the use of premium engine oil and air filtering systems, as well as the cooling design.
Experience plenty of power and torque to handle tough mulching, mowing, and bagging conditions with the 24-hp (17.9-kW) V-twin engine:
Greater torque, lower vibration, and improved sound quality from the V-twin cylinder design
Fast starts with electronic ignition
Long engine life with cast-iron cylinder liners
Excellent power and fuel economy with overhead valves
Reliable operation with in-line fuel filter
Engine easy access
The engine speed lever and choke control lever are separate controls:
The engine speed lever is easy to use – there is no need to worry about pushing too far and engaging the choke like on single throttle/choke lever systems.
The engine area is open for visibility to important service points, making it easy to inspect and clean the engine.
4.5-GAL. (17-L) FUEL CAPACITY FOR EXTENDED MOWING TIMES
Fuel tank and fuel sight window
Fuel fill cap
The 4.5-gal. (17-L) fuel tank is easy to fill and has a sight-level window and dash-mounted gauge:
Longer times between refills with the large tank
Easy to see how much fuel is in the tank by viewing the sight gauge when approaching from the front of the machine
Easy filling and minimum chance of spills with a large, 3-in. (7.6-cm) diameter fuel opening that is low and angled
John Deere recommends the use of fuel stabilizer in gasoline. See Fuel-Protect for gasoline engines (8 oz [237 mL]) for more information.
Protective zone around the operator is provided by the rollover protective structure (ROPS)
Clean, open operator station
Standard folding ROPS
The spacious operator station has been designed for comfort, visibility, and ease of use:
Getting on and off easy with the flat operator platform.
Convenient-to-use controls are located close to the operator.
Operator controls are color coded and designed for easy identification and operation.
The ROPS and seat belt work in conjunction to provide a protective zone around the operator:
It reduces the operator’s risk of being crushed under the vehicle should it overturn.
In most situations, the ROPS limits the overturn to little more than 90 degrees.
When used with a seatbelt, the ROPS is very effective in preventing deaths and serious injuries.
Use of the seat belt is recommended when operating with ROPS in the upright position.
ROPS folded at intermediate position
ROPS folded down
Foldable ROPS and retractable seat belt are standard equipment:
Handles on the position pins provide a good grip and make changing the angle of the ROPS easier.
The door height of most garages will accommodate the machine with ROPS in the fully raised position.
Easy-fold ROPS improves the ability to store the ZTrak™ mower in structures with a lower door opening.
Model
Height at top of ROPS in fully raised position
Z515E, Z530R
70.1 in. (178 cm)
Z530R, Z545R
70.7 in. (179.6 cm)
Engine power
24 hp 17.9 kW
Engine model number
FR730V
Forward speed
0-8 mph 0-12.9 km/h
Front caster tires
13×6.5-6
Drive tires
22×9.5-10
Seat back height
High back with armrests and ComfortGlide™, 20 in. 50.8 cm
Width of cut
Accel Deep™ mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm Accel Deep mower deck, 54 in. 137 cm Accel Deep mower deck, 60 in. 152 cm
Mulching system
Optional MulchControl™ attachment, 48 in. 122 cm Optional MulchControl attachment, 54 in. 137 cm Optional MulchControl attachment, 60 in. 152 cm
Warranty
4 year or 300 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.)
Key Specs
BRAND NEW
Power
24 hp 17.9 kW
Model number
FR730V
Displacement
44.3 cu in. 726 cc
Cylinders
V-twin
Lubrication
Full pressure with replaceable filter, capacity, 2 U.S. qt 1.9 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
Electric gauge and fuel level sight line
Engine
Dual hydros
Tuff Torq® TZT7-U with 1-in. (2.5-cm) axles
Drive train
Forward speed
0-8 mph 0-12.9 km/h
Reverse speed
0-4 mph 0-6.4 km/h
Speed and direction control
Twin premium levers
Control adjustment
2-height/9-fore-aft, 18 positions
Travel speed
Frame
Heavy-duty frame tubing
Primer/paint
E-coat/powder
Front caster tires
13×6.5-6
Front caster bearings
Sealed ball bearings
Drive tires
22×9.5-10
Hour meter
Yes
Service interval decal
Yes
Storage compartment
Yes
Cup holder
Yes
Maximum towing capacity
250 lb 113 kg
Chassis
Seat back height
High back with armrests and ComfortGlide, 20 in. 50.8 cm
Fore-aft adjustment
While seated, 3 in. 7.6 cm
Seat suspension
Two springs and ComfortGlide
Seat
Type
Foot lift
Mower cut height
1-4 in. 2.5-10.2 cm
Cut height increments
0.25 in. 0.64 cm
Preset cut height
Yes
Lift system
Width of cut
Accel Deep mower deck, 48 in. 122 cm Accel Deep mower deck, 54 in. 137 cm Accel Deep mower deck, 60 in. 152 cm
Type
Side discharge
Mower deck material
10 gauge 0.135 in. 3.4 mm
Mower drive system
V-belt
Mower deck
Type
Electric, 105 lb-ft 142.4 Nm
Drive
V-belt
PTO
Wheelbase
49.2 in. 1250 mm
Overall length
76.9 in. 1953 mm
Width without mower
46.6 in. 1184 mm
Width with mower
48A: 62.8 in. 1595 mm 54A: 68.6 in. 1742 mm 60A: 73.4 in. 1864 mm
Width with mower (deflector raised for storage)
48A: 53.9 in. 1370 mm 54A: 59.7 in. 1517 mm 60A: 65.6 in. 1667 mm
Height
ROPS in folded position: 48.6 in. 1235 mm ROPS in raised position: 71.1 in. 1806 mm
Weight
With mower and fuel, 48A, 772 lb 351 kg With mower and fuel, 54A, 780 lb 355 kg With mower and fuel, 60A, 788 lb 358 kg
Dimensions
Rollover protective structure (ROPS)
Yes
Slope operating limit
15 degrees, 10 degrees with an MCS
Operator presence system
Yes
Park brake interlock
Yes
Operator video
Yes
Operation
Note 1
Mower wash port makes cleaning the deck easier
Note 2
Flip-up foot platform for easy service access
Note 3
18-position adjustable motion-control levers
Warranty
4 year or 300 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.)
Buyer’s notes
Mulching system
Optional MulchControl attachment, 48 in. 122 cm Optional MulchControl attachment, 54 in. 137 cm Optional MulchControl attachment, 60 in. 152 cm
Rubber floor mat
Foot platform only
Sun shade
Optional
Mounted sprayer
No
Protective cover
No
Light kit
Optional 4-point LED Light kit
Material collection system
Power Flow rear bagger, 6.5 bu 230 L Not available on 60A
Optional attachments
Manufacturing location
Greeneville, Tennessee, USA
Date collected
1-Dec-21
Mower Deck
Models
Mulching (optional)
Material collection (optional)
48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep (48A)
Z530M
MulchControl system
6.5-bu (230-L) two-bag Power Flow™ system
54-in. (137-cm) Accel Deep (54A)
Z515E, Z530M
MulchControl system
6.5-bu (230-L) two-bag Power Flow system
60-in. (152-cm) Accel Deep (60A)
Z515E, Z530M
MulchControl system
Not available
PRODUCTIVITY – GETTING THE JOB DONE FAST
Trim side of Accel Deep Mower Deck
Deep mower-deck forging delivers high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows room for the cut and suspended material to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of recutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:
Greatly improves the mower’s capacity to maintain excellent mowing performance and cut quality in difficult mowing conditions and at higher speeds
Even in mulching mode, cut evenness is improved compared to other designs because the additional depth allows for continuous circulation, optimal recutting, and an even distribution of clippings.
Large discharge opening is both high and wide to handle more material:
Gives a smooth, even discharge of clippings at all mowing speeds
Reduces the chance of plugging, especially important when operating in wet, thick, or dense grass and when bagging
CLEANLINESS – FOR THE MOWER AND THE OPERATOR
Accel Deep Mower Deck, trim side
Cleaning a mower deck is one of the most frequent maintenance activities. The flat-top shape of the deck forging is optimal for keeping itself and the operator clean:
There are few places to catch and hold material on top and underneath the deck.
Top of deck stays cleaner, reducing time and effort needed for cleaning and service
Underside of deck is self-cleaning to maintain optimum performance without buildup of material to interfere with the flow of air and clippings
Less need to clean and remove buildup of material from underside of deck
The depth of the Accel Deep Mower Deck minimizes the amount of material that escapes from the front of the deck.
Limited amount of material drifts onto the operator and mower deck
Even for material discharged out the chute, less recutting results in larger pieces that are less likely to end up on the operator
Mulching prevents the discharge of material completely and MulchControl makes mulching a practical solution for most mowing situations.
Mower wash port
Mower wash port with hose connector
A wash port and hose connector are provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.
HOW MULCHCONTROL WORKS
MulchControl baffle in open position
MulchControl baffle in closed position
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 halfway 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, the material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.
SUPERIOR DURABILITY IS DESIGNED IN
Hinged spindle pocket cover
Double-captured mower wheel
Accel Deep Mower Decks have strong spindle pockets to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:
Forged from strong 10-gauge, 0.135-in. (3.4-mm) steel
Ribs in the deck shell add strength where it is needed.
Mower wheels are double captured:
Provides greater strength and durability for longer, trouble-free life
Single-bolt adjustment makes setting wheels to the correct cutting height quick and easy
Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on engine lower bearings and mower deck bearings for longer life.
A 5/8-in. (16-mm) diameter solid-steel rod side guard provides extra strength and protection.
Dual-stage E-coat and powder-paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.
VERSATILITY – EASY TO CHANGE BETWEEN SIDE DISCHARGE, MULCH, AND BAGGING MODES
Accel Deep Mower Decks are designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:
With MulchControl, changing from side discharging to mulching or vice versa is done with the simple flip of a lever.
On 48A and 54A Mower Decks, the Power Flow rear bagger can be used with MulchControl by simply using the MulchControl lever to move the mulch baffle to the side-discharge position.
MULCHCONTROL OPTION
The MulchControl system for Accel Deep Mower Decks is an optional field-installed attachment and makes mulching 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 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 required
Elimination of the effort needed to dispose of clippings
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 the machine in order to engage or disengage mulch mode.
Changing from mulching to side discharge 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
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.
While in the side-discharge mode, MulchControl still mulches 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 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 cleanup is desired
6.5-BU (230-L) POWER FLOW REAR BAGGER (NOT AVAILABLE FOR 60-IN. [152-CM] MOWER DECK)
Power Flow rear bagger
An optional 6.5-bu (230-L) Power Flow rear bagger material collection system (MCS) is available. It provides an efficient means of collecting grass clippings and leaves:
The Power Flow blower and chute are easy to install.
The Power Flow blower swings out for easy cleanout and cleanup. The hopper design provides modern styling, great bagging performance, cleaner operation, and easy-to-empty bags:
Easy-to-attach Power Flow blower (ordered separately)
Easy-to-attach chute (ordered separately)
Air exhaust duct
Convenient spring-latch
Airflow fill indicator
Quik-Tatch™ mounting
Sealed hopper top
Loose-knit bags available
Hopper kit comes with ballast bracket