Dixon Zero Turn Riding Mower User's Manual
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1. IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY The Dixon ZTR Mower Is both easy and fun to operate However any power mower must be operated properly to be safe It Is not a toy or a recreational vehicle Before you start to use the mower read the operators manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls The Information In this operator s manual applies to all Dixon ZTR Mowers It Is also Important to refer to the Technical Data Brochure provided for each specific model Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a check out ride and answer any questions See your dealer for warranty service parts and repairs ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This lawn mower Is warranted for one 1 year from date of delivery against all defects In materials and workmanship Lawn mowers used for commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery Lawn mowers other than those used only at residence of owner are considered as commercial service Each new mower Is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the replacement to the original retail purchaser of any part or parts which within the warranty period shall be shown to be defective due to faulty workmanship or materials at the factory All parts claimed defective must be returned to the factory for Inspection repair or replacement with transportation charges prepaid2. This warranty does not apply to damage In transit or damage caused by misuse negligence or accident to alterations or repairs done outside the factory or by authorized service dealers nor does it obligate us to assume any transportation charges In connection with the replacement of parts claimed to be defective Our warranty does not apply to the blades or belts on our mowers due to the very nature of the function they perform and to the elements they are exposedto The warranty specifically excludes engines and tires which are warranted separately by their respective manufacturers All claims for defective engines or engine parts must be made in accordance with the engine manufacturer s warranty We reserve the right to make changes in design and changes or improvements on our product without imposing any obligation upon ourselves to install the same on products heretofore manufactured This warranty is null and void if any parts other than original manufacturer s parts are used There is no other express warranty IMPLIED WARRANTIES including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one 15 year from purchase and to the extent permitted by law any and all Implied warranties are excluded SERIAL NUMBERS The lawn mower has three serial numbers 1 2 3 Mower Number Located on frame at rear of engine WHEN REFERRING TO SERIAL NUMBER ON OWNER REGISTRATION ETC USE MOWER SERIAL NUM
3. good multipurpose grease every 10 15 hours of operation All other bearings on your mower are sealed and require no lubrication WHEELS AND TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential to the correct operation of the mower The correct pressure for the rear drive tires is 8 10 Ibs for size 18 X9 50 8 and 12 14 Ibs for size 16 x 6 50 8 tires The front tires should be inflated to 20 24 Ibs Lug nuts should be checked periodically to assure they are tight ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS PARTS SERVICE Keep all connections clean and tight Maintain the fluid in See your dealer for replacement parts warranty or any the battery at correct level service For further information concerning specific BODY models see the Technical Data Brochure that is included The body may be washed with a mild detergent in owner s packet TRANSAXLE For adjustment or repair confer with authorized Dixon dealer service department Adjustment or repair by other than authorized dealer voids warranty OWNER INFORMATION Date Mower Purchased Mower Model Number Mower Purchased from dealer name amp address Mower serial number Transaxle Serial Number Oil changed this date 1 A 2 5 3 8 Engine tuned this date 1 3 Dixon DIXON INDUSTRIES INC Box 494 Coffeyville Kansas 67337 0494 316 251 2000 PIN 8501 Form No 7695 884 Litho in U S A O DIXON ZTR and 2EETER are registered trademarks ol Dixon Indust
4. simply turn the key to the OFP position NOTE Some electric start models are also equipped with manual start provision To start engine manually turn switch to RUN and pull the starter rope 9 Set engine to desired speed by adjusting throttle control Suggest set at slow speed during initial operation 10 NOTE SAFETY FEATURE Safety switches stop engine when operator leaves seat while blades are engaged and engine cannot be restarted when blades are engaged OPERATOR SHOULD TAKE PRECAUTIONS AND NOT RELY ON SAFETY SWITCHES 11 This mower Is equipped with a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers to control braking turning direction and speed INITIAL OPERATION Itis recommended that first operation of mower be done at a slow throttle setting with mower blades disengaged until operator is thoroughly familiar with the unit on You may have a tendency to over control mower at first Slight movements fingertip control are all that s necessary for easy operation TO GO FORWARD Release parking brake From neutral position gently push both drive levers forward to increase speed move levers farther forward TO GO BACKWARD From neutral position gently pull both drive levers toward you TURNING Turning Is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or rearward of the other To turn left move left lever rearward of right lever To turn square corners move lever of desired direc
5. BER LOCATED ON FRAME AT REAR OF ENGINE This number will have DM In front of the No Transaxle Number Located on transaxle This number will have DT In front of the No Engine Number Located on engine IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read these Safety Reminders and engine manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions that are furnished with the mower 2 Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer to save money and prevent injury Consult your dealer before removing any parts or making repairs 3 Don t allow anyone to operate your Dixon mower without proper instruction Never allow children to operate this mower 4 Before mowing pick up all debris particularly stones and sharp objects 5 Before starting engine a Check engine oil and make sure gas cap is in lace b Engage parking brake c Disengage mower blades Make sure control levers are in neutral position OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 6 The revolutionary Dixon mower attracts many admiring neighbors But when mowing all persons especially children and pets should be cleared from the mowing area Move throttle control to CHOKE position To start models with electric starting Simply insert ignition key and turn to START position When the engine starts release the Ignition key and it will return to the RUN position Move throttle from CHOKE to SLOW position To stop the engine
6. hute d Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent Intervals 24 Under normal usage the grass catcher bag material is subject to deterioration and wear It should be checked frequently for bag replacement Replacement bags should be checked to ensure compliance with the original manufacturer s recommendations or specifications MAINTENANCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE SHUT OFF ENGINE ALLOWTO COOL AND DISCONNECT SPARKPLUG ENGINE For complete engine operating and maintenance information refer to the engine operating and maintenance Instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and supplied with each mower BATTERY Fill with electrolyte solution to lower ring of battery After _ initial filling fluid level may be maintained with distilled water Procedure for off season storage 1 Charge battery 2 Disconnect cables from battery terminals Identify cables so that they may be easily reconnected to the correct terminal Disconnect ground cable first and reconnect last 3 Clean top of battery and terminals 4 Do not remove battery from mower 5 To reactivate reconnect cables to correct terminals and charge battery if needed BELT ADJUSTMENT The best tension for a V belt drive is the lowest tension at which the belts will not slip under normal load condition Check the tension on a new belt frequently during first hours of operation and every 10 15 hours or monthly thereaf
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8. t engine or an engine that has not been allowed to cool after running Never fill the tank Indoors and always clean up spilled gasoline c Never store the mower with gasoline In the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure Never lift lawn mower by the body lift only by the frame Never carry passengers Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment a Use only approved drawbar hitch points b Limit loads to those you can safely control c Do not turn sharply Use care when backing Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways Keep the mower in good operating condition and keep safety devices in place and working 19 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the mower Is In safe working condition 20 To reduce fire hazard keep the engine free of grass leaves or excessive grease 21 The mower should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object or if it starts vibrating and any damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the mower 22 Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine 23 When mowing proceed as follows a Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light b Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine Is running if the operator must dismount to do so c Shut the engine off whan removing the grass catcher or unclogging c
9. ter Too much tension shortens belt and bearing life Too little tension causes slippage and damages belt Be sure the belts and pulleys are kept free of foreign material If belt slippage occurs tighten it just enough to prevent slippage TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT No adjustment necessary the spring loaded Idler pulley maintains proper belt tension throughout the belt life MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT See the Technical Data Brochure for belt adjustment procedure on each model REPLACE BELTS WHEN ADJUSTMENT CAN NO LONGER BE MADE SATISFACTORILY OR IF BELTS BECOME WORN DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT This mower Is equipped with manually adjusted drive chain tension Idlers One for each chain at the rear of the mower To adjust drive chains simply tighten nut on rod P N1683 until spring P N 5133 Is compressed as shown in the drawing Inspection of the chains will show the need for adjustment when the spring PIN 5133 is free of tension Inspect chains after each 10 12 hours of operation WA I NEEDS ADJUSTMENT PROPER TENSION Proper lubrication is important for effective roller chain operation Use high quality lubricating oil or motorcycle chain lube Do not use grease or extra heavy oil Apply drops of oil to the chain joints every 10 15 hours of operation DO NOT LUBRICATE IF OPERATED IN HEAVY DUST OR SAND FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLY Each caster assembly has a grease fitting located on the under side of the bearing For best results use any
10. tion to neutral To tum on mower s own axis Zero Radius reduce speed and move one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position BRAKING To brake mower move both levers in direction opposite of travel release levers to neutral set parking brake When stopping on Incline lt may be necessary to hold slight pressure on levers in direction opposite of slope until parking brake Is set ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE BEFORE DISMOUNTING 12 MOWER BLADE OPERATION Cutting height Is set by positioning the adjusting lever to desired height selection Pull lever to left until pin clears notch on quadrant Move lever to desired notch and aflow pin to engage To start mower blades move engaging mechanism to ON position See Technical Data Brochure for specifics on each model ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING 13 PARKING BRAKE The parking brake Is hand operated and is located at tight hand side of mower To engage brake pull lever up and to the rear To release move lever forward and down Always set parking brake before dismounting Be sure that parking brake is released before moving SAFETY REMINDERS 1 Wear appropriate safe clothing when mowing dose fitting Jeans or slacks and heavy leather or safety shoes with rough soles Never operate this mower with bare feet or open sandals When grass is wet or slippery do not use any riding mower Always mow at the slowest speed that will cut satisfactoril
11. y Keep hands and feet away from the blade at all times Keep persons clear of the discharge chute Do not operate mower unless deflector is in place When mowing hills or slopes use extreme caution Reduce speed do not make sudden starts stops or turns Always disengage blades before taking the mower across walks or objects that project above the surface 8 Stay alert for holes rocks and roots in the terrain and other hazards Keep away from drop offs 9 When the mower Is not In use turn the engine off and remove key Never leave the engine running unattended Your Dixon mower Is equipped with a weight sensitive switch that kills the engine when operator leaves the seat while blades are engaged oak on en 14 15 16 Test this important safety feature before each time mower Is used This may be done by starting engine engaging blades and then rising slightly from seat If engine does not stop see your dealer for necessary repair Before adjusting your mower or adding fuel turn the engine off Let it cool and disconnect the spark plug so the engine cannot start by accident Be sure al moving parts are stop ed Never run the engine doors the fumes are dangerous Before backing your Dixon mower stop turn 13 around and look Handle gasoline with care it is highly flammable a Use approved gasoline container b Never remove the fuel cap of or add gasoline to a running or ho
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