X710 Tractor mowing

X754 Tractor mowing

X700 Signature Series Tractors offer these important performance advantages:

• Heavy-duty robotically welded frame for the strength to operate a wide variety of equipment
• Plenty of engine horsepower and torque to operate larger equipment 
• Electronic fuel injection (X730, X734, X738, X739)
  • Fast and sure starts
  • Better fuel economy than carbureted engines
  • Reduced emissions
• Diesel models (X750, X754, X758)
  • Increased durability
  • Improved fuel economy
  • U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Tier 4 compliant
• Easy-to-operate Twin Touch™ foot-controlled hydrostatic transmission
• Power steering for quick, precise control
• Four-wheel drive for optimum traction in any use and ground condition (X738 and X758)
• Four-wheel steering for unsurpassed trimming ability (X734 and X754)
• Full-time four-wheel drive and four-wheel steering for unsurpassed traction, maneuverability, and trimming ability (X739) 
• Differential lock for increased traction control
• Hydraulic power take-off (PTO) clutch with soft, modulated engagement
• Shaft-driven equipment versus a belt drive
• Shaft-driven transmission versus a belt drive
• Automotive-type dash instrument cluster with gauges and indicator lights
• Two-spool hydraulic control valve with outlets (outlets are optional on the X710 Tractor)
• From-the-seat adjustable mower depth stop with gauge
• Exact Adjust mower-leveling feature with onboard gauge and adjusting tool
• Automotive-type headlights and taillights versus reflectors
• Optional 540-rpm rear PTO
• Optional limited Category 1 3-point hitch for rear-mounted equipment

Power Flow blower and chute

7-bu (247-L), two-bag Power Flow hopper

14-bu (500-L), three-bag Power Flow hopper

19-bu (670-L) MC519 Power Flow cart

The 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep™ (48A) Mower Deck, 48-in. (122-cm) Edge™ Xtra Mower* and 54-in. (137-cm) and 60-in. (152-cm) Edge High Capacity (HC) Mowers use a high-performance Power Flow blower to collect material into a variety of material collection systems:

• 7-bu (247-L), two-bag Power Flow hopper 
• 14-bu (493-L), three-bag Power Flow hopper 
• 19-bu (670-L), MC519 Power Flow cart 

Features are as follows:

• Blower is hinged to provide easy installation.
• Blower is easy to swing out for easy cleanout.
• Blower fan runs in a clockwise direction (viewed from the right side) to efficiently move material up the chute.

The Power Flow blower works well with either the standard mower blades or the mulching blades.

Each of the John Deere material collection systems has durable construction for long life in homeowner or commercial applications.

*NOTE: The 3-Bag, 14-bu (493-L) Power Flow is not compatible with a X729, X739, or X749 Tractor equipped with a 48X Mower Deck because the chute can contact the rear tire in a turn. However, it is compatible with the 48 Accel Deep (48A) Mower because the increased deck height and the height of its Power Flow blower housing lift the chute high enough to clear the wheel and fender with the 3-bag hopper installed.

X710 Tractor mowing with 60-in. (152-cm) HC mower deck

Side view of mower deck

Deep-deck design of 5.5 in. (14 cm) delivers excellent airflow, so material can be processed quickly and efficiently. Deck is stamped from 9-gauge, 0.150-in. (3.8-mm) steel and has welded-on reinforcement at the bottom edge for extra strength and durability.

60-in. (152-cm) HC mower deck top view

60-in. (152-cm) HC mower deck bottom view

The 60-in. (152-cm) High-Capacity Deck is formed in a hydraulic press to minimize the number of welds and provide a smooth underside for reduced material buildup:

• Wider and higher discharge opening provides even clipping dispersal for an excellent finished appearance in all conditions.
• Durable plastic deflector spreads grass clippings evenly across the lawn, is hinged, and can be raised to minimize the storage space required.
• 1-in. (2.5-cm) cold-forged spindles are heat-treated for strength and are supported by ball bearings.
• Front edge is raised above the blade plane to allow even cutting of tall grass.
• Blade overlap is greater than many conventional decks, for a clean cut.
• Mower can side-discharge, mulch (optional), or use a Power Flow™ collection system (optional).

Mower wash port

Mower wash port with hose connector

 A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy: 

• Hose connector is included with the mower deck.

Optional high-performance mulching attachment

Mulching attachment components (48 HC shown)

An optional mulching attachment is available:

• This is a high-performance mulching attachment that includes formed steel baffles to control the material and special mulching blades for superior performance.
  • The special mulching blades that are included can also be used for side discharging and collecting, though overall performance may be slightly less than with the standard blades.
• Order: BM23978, 60 HC mulching attachment

Optional MulchControl™ attachment

MulchControl with baffle closed

MulchControl handle

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:

• 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

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 left mower blade area is completely enclosed and optimized for mulching, thus will mulch even when the mower is in the side-discharge mode.
• Baffles around the center and right blades are optimized for mulching when the discharge baffle is closed.
• 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 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. 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:

• 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 compatibility

MulchControl is a field-installed attachment. Mulching blades are included:

• MulchControl is for 2015 and later X700 Signature Series Tractor 9075M 60-in. (152-cm) HC Mower Deck (SN 030,001-).

Order:

• BM25258 MulchControl attachment (60 HC)

Mower deck attachability

X758 Tractor driving onto high-capacity mower deck

High capacity (HC) mower decks have ramps positioned on top of the deck for easy installation:

• On a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor, the operator can simply drive onto and over the deck.
• On a two-wheel drive (2WD) tractor, the operator must back onto and over the deck.

To remove the mower deck:

• Disconnect the drive shaft.
• Unlock the draft arm locks.
• Back or drive the tractor onto and off the mower deck.
  • On a 4WD tractor, the operator can simply back onto and off the deck.
  • On a 2WD tractor, the operator can simply drive forward onto and off the deck.

Optional AutoConnect™ drive (BM23894)

X758 Tractor driving onto high-capacity mower deck with AutoConnect option

AutoConnect option installed on X758 Tractor

AutoConnect drive is an optional kit that will automatically connect or remove the drive from the mower deck to the tractor's mid power take-off (PTO) shaft.

The AutoConnect drive does not need to be removed from the tractor when using front-powered equipment.

Drive-over mower quick reference (major steps)

John Deere has designed a system that makes it easy to remove and reinstall the mower deck. A few steps need to be followed carefully to ensure success.
 
The list below includes the major steps. Refer to the operator’s manual for a more detailed procedure. The tractor most likely has the mower already installed, so these steps begin with the removal procedure.

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                                                                 Mower removal steps

Drive tractor to level area

Ready mower deck

• Adjust wheels and lower mower deck
• Draft arms removed (front) and released (rear)
• Power take-off (PTO): disconnect if manual PTO-connect system, then back-up to clear rear draft arms (If equipped with AutoConnect™, backing-up also disconnects the PTO)
  • Raise rear draft arms

 Increase engine speed, engage traction assist, and drive-over

                                                                 Mower installation steps

Verify tractor and mower are ready

• Alignment of tractor and mower deck
• Draft arms up
• PTO in correct position (If manual PTO connect, place shaft in mower hanger)

 Engage traction assist, increase engine speed, and drive- or back-over

Join mower to tractor

• Alignment and attachment verified and PTO connected
• Draft arms hookup, front
• Position mower wheels

Done! Set mower deck height and mow.

24-hp (17.9-kW) diesel engine

A liquid-cooled, three-cylinder diesel engine provides exceptional power, performance, fuel economy, and durability to handle commercial-use applications:

• Large displacement provides exceptional torque
• Cast-iron block improves noise absorption
• Quality features include cast-iron cylinder liners, overhead valves, full-pressure lubrication, and replaceable oil filter
• Solenoid-shift starter ensures easy starts, even in cold weather
• High-energy glow plugs ensure quick starts in cold weather; an automatic sensing system tells the operator when the engine is ready to start
• Mechanical fuel bleed eliminates the need for tools and fuel leaking onto the ground when bleeding the fuel system:
  • Simply pump the fuel pump that is located on the side of the engine
• Electric fuel shutoff eliminates the need for a separate kill switch
• Indirect injection with pre-combustion chambers provide smooth, quiet operation
• Engine-mounted 40-amp alternator supplies regulated charge to the battery for fast recharge:
  •  Also provides plenty of power for 12-volt-powered attachments and accessories
• Low exhaust emissions are certified to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state of California standards for cleaner air:
  • Overhead valve design for efficient airflow
  • Swirl chamber combustion design for efficient combustion
  • Liquid cooled for more consistent operating temperatures
  • Closed crankcase ventilation re-circulates and burns crankcase hydrocarbons

Air-intake system

Air intake screens

Radiator screen pulled out for cleaning

Engine intake air is drawn in through screened panels at the base of the pedestal and on the right and left sides of the tractor:

• Cleanest and coolest area of the tractor
• Precleans the air to keep large chaff and debris from entering the radiator or air cleaner
• Easy to clean and service so engine operates at optimum temperature

Diesel engine air filter

The diesel engine uses a heavy-duty cyclonic canister-type replaceable air filter:

• Completely sealed for effective cleaning
• Cyclone action that is designed to eject 90 percent to 95 percent of the dirt before it reaches the paper element
• Secondary safety element that provides additional filtering
• Total effective filter area of 512 sq in. (3303 sq cm)

Air filter restriction indicator

An air filter restriction indicator is standard equipment:

• Indicator light on the dash alerts the operator when the air filter is dirty and needs to be replaced
• With a visual check, air filter daily service is simplified
• Indicator extends the engine life by eliminating inadvertent dirt entry into the engine from over-servicing of the air filter

Functional and attractive design

Styled hood with air screens built in

The open platform is roomy and uncluttered:

• Makes getting on and off the tractor easy
• Provides ample legroom with built-in heel pockets for comfortable operation

The single-piece hood completely encloses the engine:

• Improves appearance
• Provides quieter operation
• Easy to remove for improved service accessibility
• Painted hood 
  • More scratch and scuff resistant than molded-in color
  • Deep scratches repairable with paint

Four-wheel steer hydrostatic transaxle

A rugged, heavy-duty commercial hydrostatic transaxle is designed for a wide variety of ground-engaging applications and commercial mowing usage.

Infinite control of ground speed and a smooth change of direction provide both efficiency and operator convenience. The four-wheel steer feature increases maneuverability and improves trimming performance when mowing.

A differential lock provides positive power to both drive wheels for increased traction. It can be engaged by the operator as needed.

Many quality features are provided:

• Universal joint splined drive shaft between the engine and transmission is durable and gives efficient power transfer (no belts, no slippage, no power loss).
• Shaft drive output through continuous live transmission power take-off (PTO) has no belts to slip or wear out.
• Internal hydraulic PTO with multi-disk clutch pack:
  • Soft, smooth clutch engagement
  • Long disk life with continuous oil bath
  • No service required, as disks are self-adjusting
• Internal wet disk brakes:
  • Isolated from dirt, rust, ice, or other contaminants for effective brake operation
  • Constantly cooled by transmission fluid to minimize wear and eliminate loss of brakes from overheating
• Quiet design virtually eliminates hydrostatic whine.
• Large, efficient 8-cc charge pump produces excellent flow and pressure to allow operating a variety of hydraulic-powered equipment.
• Externally mounted, oil-filled shock absorber in the transmission control system ensures smooth starts and stops.
• Exceptional strength and durability:
  • Automotive-type forged flanged axles
  • Cast-iron axle housings
  • Uses an axial piston-type hydrostatic pump and motor versus less-efficient ball-type rotating groups

Transmission oil cooler

Transmission oil cooler is standard equipment:

• Helps keep oil temperatures cooler during high draft load operations
• Separate automotive-style cooler to provide increased capacity for the oil cooler as well as the radiator, when compared to the oil cooler internal to the radiator

Full-length welded steel frame

The full-length, welded C-channel steel frame provides plenty of strength to handle heavy equipment:

• Frame side rails are formed from 7-gauge, 0.18-in. (4.6-mm) steel for extra strength.
• The front bumper/weight bracket is formed from heavy, 0.375-in. (9.5-mm) steel.

The frame is robotically metal inert gas (MIG) welded:

• Consistent welds for maximum strength
• No bolts to come loose

A front Quik-Tatch weight bracket is designed into the frame:

• Provides a convenient way to add 168 lb (76 kg) of weight to the front of the tractor using four suitcase weights
• Extends ahead of the hood to act as a bumper

Optional receiver hitch and hitch ball shown

The front receiver hitch is designed into the frame:

• Excellent for positioning trailers, boats, etc., in tight quarters

X734 Tractor trimming around a tree

Power steering control valve

Power steering is standard equipment. It provides effortless, automotive-like control:

X730 Tractor with 48A Mower Deck

48A Mower Deck

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:

• 4.83-in. (12.3-cm) depth 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 prevent scalping.

Excellent cut quality

48A Mower top

48A Mower underside

Deep mower-deck stamping gives excellent cut quality. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck without getting recut:

• Reducing the amount of recutting enables more power to be used to cut incoming grass, which greatly improves mower capacity.
  • Helps maintain excellent cut quality at faster mowing speeds
• Clean flow of material out of discharge area prevents cut material from interfering with cutting the incoming grass, making it possible for the blades to cut incoming material cleanly.
• 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.

Cleaning a mower deck, both top and bottom, is one of the most frequent maintenance activities:

• The flat-top design reduces places for material to build up and makes material that does collect easy to remove.

How MulchControl works

MulchControl baffle open

MulchControl baffle closed

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, the material stays within the deck and gets chopped into mulch and deposited in the turf.

Productivity - getting the job done fast

Right side of Accel Deep 48A Mower Deck (shown on X380 Tractor)

Deep mower-deck stamping gives high productivity, which gets the job done fast. It allows the cut and suspended material room to exit the deck quickly, reducing the amount of re-cutting so more power is available to process incoming grass:

• Greatly improves mowers capacity to maintain excellent mowing performance in difficult mowing conditions and at higher speeds

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
• The 48A Power Flow™ blower has an inlet housing with over 50 percent greater area than the 48X Power Flow blower used on previous machines.

Cleanliness - for the mower and the operator

Accel Deep 48A Mower Deck (shown on X380 Tractor)

Accel Deep 48A Mower Deck (shown on X300 Series Tractor)

The flat-top shape of the deck stamping 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 build-up of material to interfere with the flow of air and clippings
  • Less need to clean and remove build-up of material from underside 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 to drift onto the operator and mower deck
  • Even for material discharged out the chute, less re-cutting results in larger pieces that are less likely to end up on the operator
  • Mulching prevents the discharge of material completely and the MulchControl attachment makes mulching a practical solution for most mowing situations.

Superior durability is designed in

Spindle pocket with flip-up cover

Easy-to-adjust mower wheel and mower side reinforcement

The 48A Mower Deck has strong spindle pockets to keep the blades aligned, even after years of tough service:

• Ribs in the deck shell add strength where it is needed.
• The 48A has a 23 percent heavier overall weight than the Edge™ Xtra 48-in. (122-cm) mower deck used on previous machines.

Mower wheels are heavy duty:

• Provides greater strength and durability for longer, trouble-free life.
• Setting wheels to the correct height for the cutting height is quick and easy.

Low-tension belt-drive design reduces the side load on mower bearings for longer life.

The 48A Mower Deck features a 5/8-in. (16-mm) diameter solid-steel rod side bumper that provides extra strength and protection.

Dual-stage E-coat and powder-paint coatings provide extra protection from rust.

Mower wash port

Mower wash port with hose connector

A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy.

• Hose connector is included with the mower deck.

Versatility - easy to change between side discharge, mulch, and bagging modes

The 48A Mower is designed for maximum versatility, providing the greatest ease in changing from one mower discharge mode to another:

• With the optional MulchControl attachment installed (along with the special mulching blades), changing from side-discharge to mulching or vice versa is done with the simple flip of a lever.
  • It is not necessary to change blades when changing discharge modes because the mulching blades are designed for side discharge as well.
• The Power Flow rear bagger can be used with the MulchControl attachment and blades installed - by simply placing the MulchControl lever in the side-discharge position.

MulchControl option

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

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

Power Flow material collection systems

Optional 7-bu (247-L) 2-bag Power Flow rear bagger shown

Power Flow blower

A variety of material collection systems is available for use with the Power Flow blower:

• 7-bu (247-L) 2-bag Power Flow rear bagger
• 14-bu (493-L) 3-bag Power Flow rear bagger
• 19-bu (670-L) MC519 Cart

The Power Flow blower and chute are easy to install. The Power Flow blower swings out for easy cleanout and cleanup.

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 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. Now 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

X730 Tractor mowing

X730 Tractor with 48A Mower Deck

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:

• 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

MulchControl baffle closed

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 left mower blade area is completely enclosed and optimized for mulching, thus will mulch even when the mower is in the side-discharge mode.
  • Baffles around the center and right blades are optimized for mulching when the discharge baffle is closed.

MulchControl handle

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 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. 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:

• 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

Compatibility

MulchControl is a field-installed attachment and compatible with the following tractors:

• 2013 and later X700 Signature Series Tractor (SN 10,001-) 9077M 48-in. (122-cm) Accel Deep Mower Deck
• 2015 and later X700 Signature Series Tractor 9074M 54-in. (137-cm) and 9075M 60-in. (152-cm) HC Mower Deck (SN 030,001-)

X739 Tractor mowing with 54-in. (137-cm) HC Mower Deck

Side view of mower deck

Deep-deck design of 5.5 in. (14 cm) delivers excellent airflow, so material can be processed quickly and efficiently. Deck is stamped from 9-gauge, 0.150-in. (3.8-mm) steel and has welded-on reinforcement at the bottom edge for extra strength and durability.

54-in. (137-cm) HC Mower Deck top view

54-in. (137-cm) HC Mower Deck bottom view

The 54-in. (137-cm) High-Capacity Mower Deck is formed in a hydraulic press to minimize the number of welds and provide a smooth underside for reduced material buildup:

• Wider and higher discharge opening provides an even clipping dispersal for an excellent finished appearance in all conditions.
• Durable plastic deflector spreads grass clippings evenly across the lawn, is hinged, and can be raised to minimize the storage space required. 
• 1-in. (2.5-cm) cold-forged spindles are heat-treated for strength and supported by ball bearings.
• Front edge is raised above the blade plane to allow even cutting of tall grass.
• Blade overlap is greater than many conventional decks, for a clean cut.
• Mower can side-discharge, mulch (optional), or use a Power Flow™ collection system (optional).

Mower wash port

Mower wash port with hose connector

A wash port is provided to make cleaning the underside of the mower deck easy: 

• Hose connector is included with the mower deck.

Optional high-performance mulching attachment

Drive-over mower quick reference (major steps)

John Deere has designed a system that makes it easy to remove and reinstall the mower deck. A few steps need to be followed carefully to ensure success.
 
The list below includes the major steps. Refer to the operator’s manual for a more detailed procedure. The tractor most likely has the mower already installed, so these steps begin with the removal procedure.

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                                                                 Mower removal steps

Drive tractor to level area

Ready mower deck

• Adjust wheels and lower mower deck
• Draft arms removed (front) and released (rear)
• Power take-off (PTO): disconnect if manual PTO-connect system, then back-up to clear rear draft arms (If equipped with AutoConnect™, backing-up also disconnects the PTO)
  • Raise rear draft arms

 Increase engine speed, engage traction assist, and drive-over

                                                                 Mower installation steps

Verify tractor and mower are ready

• Alignment of tractor and mower deck
• Draft arms up
• PTO in correct position (If manual PTO connect, place shaft in mower hanger)

 Engage traction assist, increase engine speed, and drive- or back-over

Join mower to tractor

• Alignment and attachment verified and PTO connected
• Draft arms hookup, front
• Position mower wheels

Done! Set mower deck height and mow.

Mulching attachment components (48 HC shown)

The high-performance mulching attachment provides excellent mulching performance:

• This is a high-performance mulching attachment that includes formed steel baffles to control the material and special mulching blades for superior performance.
  • The special mulching blades that are included can also be used for side discharging and collecting, though overall performance may be slightly less than with the standard blades.
• Order: BM23977, 54 HC mulching attachment

Optional MulchControl™ attachment

MulchControl with baffle closed

MulchControl handle

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:

• 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

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 left mower blade area is completely enclosed and optimized for mulching, thus will mulch even when the mower is in the side-discharge mode.
• Baffles around the center and right blades are optimized for mulching when the discharge baffle is closed.
• 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 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. 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:

• 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 compatibility

MulchControl is a field-installed attachment. Mulching blades are included:

• MulchControl is for 2015 and later X700 Signature Series Tractor 9074M 54-in. (137-cm) HC Mower Deck (SN 030,001-).

Order:

• BM25215 MulchControl attachment (54 HC)

Mower deck attachability

X758 Tractor driving onto high-capacity mower deck

High-capacity (HC) mower decks have ramps positioned on top of the deck for easy installation:

• On a four-wheel drive (4WD) tractor, the operator can simply drive onto and over the deck.
• On a two-wheel drive (2WD) tractor, the operator must back onto and over the deck.

To remove the mower deck:

• Disconnect the drive shaft.
• Unlock the draft arm locks.
• Back or drive the tractor onto and off the mower deck. 
  • On a 4WD tractor, the operator can simply back onto and off the deck.
  • On a 2WD tractor, the operator can simply drive forward onto and off the deck.

Optional AutoConnect™ drive (BM23894)

X758 Tractor driving onto high-capacity mower deck with AutoConnect option

AutoConnect option installed on X758 Tractor

AutoConnect driveshaft is an optional kit that will automatically connect or remove the drive from the mower deck to the tractor's mid power take-off (PTO) shaft.

The AutoConnect drive does not need to be removed from the tractor when using front-powered equipment.