JOHN DEERE

WORLDWIDE COMMERCIAL & CONSUMER

EQUIPMENT DIVISION

54D, 60D, 62D and 72D OnRamp™ Mowers; 54, 60 and

72-Inch Mid Mount Mowers; 261 and 272 Rear-Mounted
Mowers; Hydraulic Tillers; 31B Post Hole Digger;
74 and 84 Blades; 26 and 51-Inch Brooms;
47 and 59 Snowblowers; iMatch AutoHitch;
54D, 60D and 72D AutoConnect Mowers
TM1763 APRIL 2011
TECHNICAL MANUAL

North American Version

Litho in U.S.A.
 INTRODUCTION
Manual Description
Safety

Specifications

Rotary Mowers

Rotary Tillers

Post Hole Digger

Blades

Rotary Brooms
NOTE: Depending on the particular section or system
being covered, not all of the above groups may be
used. Snowblowers

iMatch AutoHitch

AutoConnect Mowers

Miscellaneous
 SAFETY
Be Prepared for Emergencies

Recognize Safety Information

Understand Signal Words

Replace Safety Signs

 SAFETY
Use Care Around High-Pressure Fluid Lines Use Safe Service Procedures
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids Wear Protective Clothing

Service Machines Safely

Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

Use Proper Tools

DO
NOT
 SAFETY
Work in Ventilated Area

Support Machine Properly and Use Proper Lifting

Equi pme n t

WARNING: California Proposition 65 Warning

Work in Clean Area Remove Paint before Welding or Heating

Before starting a job:

Using High Pressure Washers

Avoid Harmful Asbestos Dust

Illuminate Work Area Safely

 SAFETY
Live with Safety

Handle Chemical Products Safely

Dispose of Waste Properly

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Table of Contents

Specifications...................................................7
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 SPECIFICATIONS & INFORMATION SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications Metric Fastener Torque Values

4.8 8.8 9.8 10.9 12.9

Property
Class
and 4. 8. 9.8 10.9 12.
Head
Marking
8 8 9.8 10.9 9 12.9
s
4. 8. 12.
Property 5 10 10 12
Class 8 8 9
and

10
10
Nut 10
5 10 12
Marking
s

NUT

“Lubricated” means coated with a lubricant such as

engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil
coatings. “Dry” means plain or zinc plated (yellow
dichromate - Specification JDS117) without any
lubrication.
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Metric Fastener Torque Values - Grade 7 Size Steel or Gray Aluminu
Iron Torque m Torque
Size Steel or Gray Aluminum
Iron Torque Torque

Inch Fastener Torque Values

1 or 2b 5 5.1 5.2 8 8.2

SAE
Grade
and Head No Marks
Markings

2 5 8
SAE
Grade
and Nut No Marks
Markings
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“Lubricated” means coated with a lubricant such as
engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil
coatings. “Dry” means plain or zinc plated (yellow
dichromate - Specification JDS117) without any
lubrication.
“Grade 2” applies for hex cap screws (not hex bolts)
up to 152 mm (6 in.) long. “Grade 1” applies for hex cap
NUT screws over 152 mm (6 in.) long, and for all other types
of bolts and screws of any length.

Face Seal Fittings with Inch Stud Ends Torque

E F

A C D

G
H

F
B
E

H
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Nominal Tube OD/Hose Face Seal Tube/Hose End O-Ring Stud Ends
ID Metric Inch Tube OD Thread Tube Nut/Bulkhead Thread Straight Fitting
Tube OD SizeSwivel Nut Lock Nut Sizeor Lock Nut
Torque Torque Torque

mm Dash in. mm in. N•m lb-ft N•m lb-ft in. N•m lb-ft
Size

Note: Torque tolerance is +15%, -20%

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Face Seal Fittings with Metric Stud Ends Torque

F
E

A C D

I
H
G

I F
B
E
G

Nominal Tube OD/Hose ID Face Seal Tube/Hose End O-Ring Stud Ends, Straight Fitting or
Lock Nut

Metric Inch Tube OD Thread HexTube Nut/ Bulkhead Thread Hex Steel or Aluminum
Tube Size Size Swivel Lock Nut SizeSizeGray Iron Torque
OD Nut Torque Torque
Torque
mm Dash in. mm in. mm N•m lb-ft N•m lb-ft mm mm N•m lb-ft N•m lb-ft
Size
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Note: Torque tolerance is +15%, -20%

O-Ring Face Seal Fittings

C
D
E
B
A

Important: Avoid Damage! DO NOT allow hoses

to twist when tightening fittings. Use two
wrenches to tighten hose connections; one to
hold the hose, and the other to tighten the swivel Thread Size Torque1 Number
fitting. of Flats2b
N•m lb-ft

O-Ring Boss Fittings

B A

1. Torque tolerance is ± 10 percent.

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2. To be used if a torque wrench cannot be used. After tightening fitting Chassis Grease
by hand, put a mark on nut or boss; then tighten special nut or straight
fitting the number of flats shown.

Alternative Lubricants

NON-CLAY HIGH-TEMPERATURE EP GREASE®—

JDM J13E4, NLGI Grade 2.

Important: Avoid Damage! Use of alternative

lubricants could cause reduced life of the
component.

Transaxle Oil

Synthetic Lubricants

HY-GARD J20C

Low Viscosity HY-GARD J20D

Lubricant Storage

PREFERRED:
Hy-Gard J20C Oil

Low Viscosity Hy-Gard J20D Oil

Mixing of Lubricants
Important: Avoid Damage! If operating
temperatures are below -18°C (0°F), you must use
Low Viscosity HY-GARD™ or transmission
damage will occur.
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Machine Product Identification Number
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Table of Contents

Specifications.................................................17

Gear Case........................................................20

Spindles and Blades.......................................27

Drive Belts and Powershafts.........................36

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Specifications

Mower Specifications
Mid-Mount Mowers

54 Inch Mowers:
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137.2 cm (54 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 mm (0.75 in.)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 kg (190 lb)
Gear Case Oil Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 mL (4.5 oz)
Input Shaft End Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.06 mm (0.0 - 0.006 in.)
Output Shaft End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.03 mm (0.0 - 0.001 in.)
54D Mowers:
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 cm (54 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 mm (0.75 in.)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 kg (222 lb)
Gear Case Oil Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ml (4.5 oz)
Input Shaft End Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.06 mm (0.0 - 0.006 in.)
Output Shaft End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.03 mm (0.0 - 0.001 in.)
60 Inch Mowers:
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152.4 cm (60 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.4 mm (1.0 in.)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147 kg (325 lb)
Gear Case Oil Volume (Mid-mount Mower) . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 ml (13.5 oz)
Gear Case Oil Volume (3-point Hitch Mower) . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 L (1 pt)
Input Shaft End Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.06 mm (0.0 - 0.006 in.)
Output Shaft End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.03 mm (0.0 - 0.001 in.)

62D Mowers:
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 cm (62 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 mm (0.75 in.)
Weight (62D1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 kg (275 lb)
Weight (62D2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 kg (282 lb)
Gear Case Oil Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 ml (4.5 oz)
Input Shaft End Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.06 mm (0.0 - 0.006 in.)
Output Shaft End Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.03 mm (0.0 - 0.001 in.)

72 Inch Mowers:
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184.9 cm (72.8 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Spindles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.4 mm (1.0 in.)
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 203 kg (448 lb)
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Gear Case Oil Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 L (1 pt) Input Shaft End
Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.06 mm (0.0 - 0.006 in.) Output Shaft End Play . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.0 - 0.03 mm (0.0 - 0.001 in.)
3-Point Hitch Rear Mount Mowers

261 Mower:
Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 1
PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 rpm Cutting Width . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 cm (60 in.) Cutting Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 - 152 mm (2 - 6 in.) Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . B - Section
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 kg (370 lb)
272 Mower:
Mounting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Category 1
PTO Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 540 rpm
Cutting Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185 cm (72.8 in.)
Cutting Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 - 127 mm (2 - 5 in.)
Number of Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Belt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B - Section
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232 kg (510 lb)

Torque Specifications
Mid-Mount Mowers:
1/4 In. Diameter Pipe Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 25 N•m (120 - 216 lb-in.)
Breather (1/8 diameter pipe plugs). . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 10 N•m (60 - 90 lb-in.)
Blade Bolt Torque, 54 Inch Deck. . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 - 84 N•m (42 - 62 lb-ft)
Blade Bolt Torque, 54D / 62D Decks. . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 N•m (50 lb-ft)
Blade Bolt Torque, 60 / 72 Inch Decks . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 - 123 N•m (75 - 91 lb-ft)
Idler Sheave Nuts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 N•m (40 lb-ft)
Spindle Mounting Nut Torque . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 N•m (22 lb-ft)
Spindle Sheave Nut Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 N•m (105 lb-ft)
3-Point Hitch Rear Mount Mowers:
Blade Bolt Torque. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 - 123 N•m (75 - 91 lb-ft)
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Lubricants
Lubricants:
Gear Case OIl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Deere GL-5® Gear Oil-SAE 80W-90

Other Materials
Other Material
Part No. Part Name Part Use
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Gear Case

Model 54C, 54D, 62C and 62D Mowers

C D
E
B
C A
F
D
B

E G
A
H

C
A
G H

H K

J
J

P I
K

A 54C / 62C model shown, with current version

O
gear case.
L

54D / 62D model shown, with early version

gear case.

Removal and Installation - 54D / 62D:

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Sheave Cap Screws (Left Thread) . . . 130 N•m (95 lb-ft)
Mounting Plate Lock Nuts. . . . . . . . . . . 30 N•m (22 lb-ft)
A
C Drive Shaft Cap Screws.. . . . . . . . . . . . 73 N•m (54 lb-ft)
Removal and Installation - 54C / 62C:

B D

C
E
E

E A

Important: Avoid Damage! Sheave mounting cap

screw is left turn thread.
Do not bend or distort the sheave when removing
from gear case tapered shaft.

Specifications:
Gear Case Mounting Cap Screws. . . . 75 N•m (55 lb-ft)
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Important: Avoid Damage! Sheave mounting cap

screw is left turn thread.
Do not bend or distort the sheave when removing
A
from gear case tapered shaft.

Specifications:
Gear Case Mounting Cap Screws. . . . 75 N•m (55 lb-ft)
Sheave Cap Screws (Left Thread). . . 130 N•m (95 lb-ft)
Mounting Plate Lock Nuts. . . . . . . . . . 73 N•m (54 lb-ft)
Drive Shaft Cap Screws.. . . . . . . . . . . 73 N•m (54 lb-ft)
Disassembly and Inspection:
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Assembly:

C
F
D Important: Avoid Damage! Do not overfill the
gearbox with oil. Damage to internal gearbox seal
E
will result.
Z
Note: Gearbox oil capacity is approximately 135 mL
Y G (4.5 oz).
X
H
I
J
W
K
V
L 135 mL (4.5 oz)
U
M

N 20 - 24 N•m (180 - 216 lb-in.)

P
O
T Q Model 54, 60, 60D, 72, and 72D Mid-
R
S Mount Mowers

Early version gear case shown.

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Model 261 and 272 Mowers

M
J
G I
F H L

P
Q

S
E

T
D

U
C

W
A

Disassembly and Inspection:

Note: Gear case may differ slightly from the drawing.
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E
D F

Assembly:
Note: Gear case may differ slightly from picture.

H I

J
C

K
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Important: Avoid Damage! 261 series gear case

backlash 0.13 - 0.35 mm (0.005 - 0.014 in.) 2.75 in. pin
radius; 3.0 in. pin radius, output shaft preload
(without oil seal) 1.7 - 5.2 lb-in., input shaft no
preload, no end play, max thrust clearance 0.20 mm
L (0.008 in).

Bearing preload and gear backlash is determined by

the quantity of gaskets required between cover and
housing and shims (depending on gear case) on the
M input and output shaft. Gaskets and shims are
available from service parts to properly adjust gear
set and backlash. After proper adjustment is
attained, remove end cap and holder hardware.
Apply Loctite or equivalent on threads. Reinstall
hardware and tighten.

Important: Avoid Damage! Vent (breather) must

be open. If vent (breather) is closed, oil will be
forced out seals causing gear box to leak.
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