Z335E ZTRAK MOWER

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

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

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

• Attachment includes hopper, chute, ballast, attachment bar, hitch, and blades needed for ZTrak™ Z300 Series Mowers with 42-in. Accel Deep™ Mower Deck.

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.
• High lift bagging blades are included with the rear bagger. They provide optimum performance when bagging in difficult conditions, such as when the grass is moist, dense, or long.
  • High-lift bagging blades also work well when side discharging material.
• 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.
• No-tools installation makes the hopper easy to install and remove. No tools are required after initial installation.
• Ballast is included for installation on the front of the vehicle to help counterbalance the weight of the hopper.

An easy to install or remove chute is included.

Two-piece bagger chute

Two-piece bagger chute

Upper chute with handle and full indicator

The rear bagger chute for the 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep™ Mower Deck (42A) is provided for use of the 2-bag, 6.5-bu (229-L) Rear Bagger:

• The chute is a two-piece design to allow easy installation at the mower deck, without the rear of the chute being encumbered by the hopper.
• A convenient handle is included on the top section of the chute to make installation and removal easier.
• The top section of the chute slides into the flexible hose that is attached to the hopper and is held securely to the bottom section with an easy-to-use bungee cord.
• A hopper-full indicator tells the operator when the bags are getting full.

Major components included with bagger chute

Toe guard with chute-install features and front baffle installed

The rear bagger attachment includes special mulching blades, a toe guard (A) with features for installing the bagger chute, and a front bagger baffle (B) to direct the material rearward into the bagger chute:

• The replacement toe guard is intended to remain on the mower deck and to be used for any mower application - bagging, side discharging, or mulching.
• A baffle to narrow the side-discharge opening (where the bagger chute is installed on the mower deck) and direct the material into the chute is provided with the rear bagger and needs to be bolted underneath the deck at the front.
  • This baffle may remain in place when the bagger chute is removed for side discharging material, however for ultimate side-discharge performance it could be removed.
  • This front baffle included with the bagger attachment is not required if the mower deck is equipped with the MulchControl™ attachment. The MulchControl front baffle can remain, with the gate open for bagging, and serves the same purpose.

Chute front pin inserted in tube located at end of toe guard

Lower chute installed

Installing the chute is easy:

• First, slide the front mounting pin into the tube that is on the front end of the toe guard.
• Next, swing the chute toward the back and lock it in place at the rear.

Rear chute latch

Front mounting pin

The bagger chute is securely held in place at the front and rear to provide a tight seal between the mower deck and the chute.

The rear latch is adjustable to allow for the optimum setting for easy use and a tight seal.

When a mower deck is equipped with both the optional MulchControl attachment and a rear bagger

Rear MulchControl baffle (A) that must be removed for bagging

Rear MulchControl baffle removed to allow for chute installation

The operator's manuals provided with the rear bagger and the MulchControl attachment should be used as the primary guide, however these tips may be helpful to keep in mind:

• Both the rear bagger chute and the MulchControl attachment come with a baffle that bolts inside the mower deck along the front edge to narrow the discharge opening, which has been optimized for side discharging material, and direct the material into the bagger chute.
  • If the mower deck is equipped with MulchControl, the front bagger baffle included with the bagger chute is not used.
• The front baffle, either the one included with the rear bagger or the one included with MulchControl (B), can remain in place for side discharging.
  • For ultimate side-discharge performance this baffle can be removed.
• The MulchControl attachment includes a rear MulchControl baffle (A), held in place by two carriage bolts, at the rear edge of the discharge opening. This baffle:
  • Must be removed for installation of the rear bagger chute, a 13-mm wrench is required (The bagger chute cannot be installed without removing this baffle.)
  • Can remain removed for side discharging material
  • Must be re-installed for mulching

Mower blades

Mower blades shipped with the rear bagger chute

High lift bagging blades are included. They provide optimum performance when bagging in difficult conditions, such as when the grass is moist, dense, or long.

• High-lift blades also work well when side discharging material.

Mulching blades are included with the MulchControl attachment. They can be used for mulching, side discharging, and bagging in most conditions.


Mower blade use chart

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

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 LG276 home maintenance kit includes the following:

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™ Z200-series and ZTrak Z300-series mowers, the ZTrak Z3 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 Z3 Boarding Step
Order number: LP66653

Foot lift kit

Foot lift kit installed

The foot lift kit makes raising, lowering, or changing the mower-deck height easier for ZTrak™ mowers.

Striping kit brush

Brush adjusts to varying ground conditions

Features and benefits:

• Homeowners can now achieve results just like the professionals.
• The attachment works extremely well with the suspended mower design.
• The attachments are easy to adjust for varying mower cutting height.
• The brush adjusts to varying ground conditions and allows the operator to freely maneuver the vehicle without damaging the turf.
• The brush fits the ZTrak 42-in. (107-cm) mower deck.
• 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 striping kit for 42-in. (107-cm) mower deck
Order number: LP63763

Dual-headlight kit

Dual-headlight kit installed

The dual-headlight kit is available for the EZtrak™ Z235, Z255 and ZTrak™ Z335E, Z335M, Z345M, Z345R, Z355E, Z355R, and Z375R Mowers.

Light-emitting diode (LED) lamps provide superior performance, long life, and efficient operation.

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

Seat slide kit

Fore-aft adjusting lever

The optional seat slide kit is available for EZtrak™ Z235 and Z255 and ZTrak™ Z335E and Z355E. It allows the operator to easily adjust the fore-aft position of the seat within a 7-in. (18-cm) range. The seat adjustment lever is conveniently located on the left side of the seat.

Seat adjusted to forward position

Seat adjusted to rearward position

Sun canopy

The sun canopy fits ZTrak™ Z300 Series Mowers:

• Custom metal frame attaches to engine guard for a secure fit
• Protects operator from the sun’s rays
• Tough woven polyester construction for strength and durability
• 72-in. (183-cm) from ground to top of canopy
• Compatible with all Z300 Series ZTrak mowers

Ordering information

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

ZTrak Z300 Series Sun Canopy
Order number: LP66974

Traction mat kit includes left and right foot mats

Traction mat kit installed

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

Compatibility

This kit fits ZTrak™ Z300 Series Mowers model year 2017 and newer (serial number 050,000-). Z300 R Series models have traction mats as standard equipment.

For model year 2013 and newer (serial number 130,001-) Z235 and Z255 models and model year 2016 (serial number -050,000) Z300 Series, order BM24486 traction mat kit through Parts.

Z335E ZTrak™ with Accel Deep Mower

The 42-in. (107-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 X300 Series Tractor shown)

Mower underside (similar mower from X300 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

Z335E ZTrak™ with Accel Deep Mower

X350 Tractor with Accel Deep Mower

MulchControl for the 42-in. (107-cm) Accel Deep (42A) 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

MulchControl baffle closed

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

• MulchControl includes baffles to control the flow of material under the deck.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is open, most of the material passes through the discharge opening.
  • When the MulchControl baffle is closed, the 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

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 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
• 42A Mower Deck requires a MulchControl baffle be removed to install the bagger chute; see 42A versatility explanation for more information

Attachment bar and hitch kit

Attachment bar and hitch kit installed

The attachment bar and hitch kit provides towing capability for approved equipment. It also provides additional protection for the back of the machine.

These components are also included with the 6.5-bu (229-L) rear bagger attachment to provide support and attaching capability.

NOTE: The loaded weight of any equipment towed by an EZtrak™ or a ZTrak™ Mower not to exceed 250 lb (113 kg).

Spark arrester screen

Allows tractor to meet restrictions imposed by certain areas.

Ballast bracket kit

Quik-Tatch weight installed on ballast bracket kit

The ballast kit makes provision for mounting two 42-lb (19-kg) Quik-Tatch weights (not included) to the front of the EZtrak™ or ZTrak™ Mower. Quick-pull pins hold the weights securely in place while providing easy installation and removal.

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