Dixon ZTR 4423 Operator`s manual
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1. sit on seat Faulty interlock system consult dealer Bad blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by foreign material clean under deck DRIVE SYSTEM Low on pOWEF check belt tension Mower pulls to side check tire inflation adjust control linkage Mower creeps in neutral adjust control linkage CUT QUALITY Skips in spots check for loose belt slow ground speed Cut uneven left to right check tire inflation level the deck Poor dispersal of grass clean deck check for loose belt Ends of grass blades are ragged sharpen blades 41 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST Blades P N 8688 Standard Hi Lift P N 62386 Lo Lift Belts Engine to Mower Deck P N 7725 Engine to Transmission P N 2497 Serpentine Blade Drive P N 6109 BRIGGS amp STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS 42 Refer to engine manufacturers manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters OWNER DDCOr1 INFORMATION DIXON INDUSTRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 FAX 620 251 4117 D2. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area Before and during backing look BEHIND and DOWN for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seri ously injured or interfere with safe mower operation Never allow children to operate the mower eUse extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision SERVICE 10 SAFETY Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Use only an approved container Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke while refueling Never refuel the mower indoors Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electricity Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When practical remove fuel powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle If a fuel dispenser nozzle
3. LE CONDITION ES LD Ln When notch starts discard blade 30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE BELTS Check belts every 50 hours Replace any belts found to be in poor condition BELT TENSION Transaxle Drive Belt P N 7650 No adjustment required Engine to Mower Deck Belt P N 7725 No adjustment required Correct belt tension is maintained through a fixed engine location and a spring loaded idler system A pulsing movement of the belt idler will be observed both during engagement of the electric blade clutch and actual operation of the mower deck Note Engagement of the electric blade clutch switch may produce a sharp high pitched chirp or squeal as the belt tension loading is absorbed by the idler system This is normal and not a sign of failure Mower Deck Serpentine Belt P N 6109 Refer to illustration for adjustment procedure Idler Weldment Idler Shock Mount a Rod A r Hex Nut a J B 1 3 4 Tighten or Loosen Hex Nut to achieve this dimension 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PRCEDURE 1 Note Place mower on a smooth level surface and check tire pressures to insure correct stance Tires should be inflated as follows Front 16 21 lbs Rear 8 14 lbs Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a side to side manner Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tip o
4. eL ocated to the left of the operator Controls the cutting height Seven positions of adjustment eMove lever in and forward to lower eMove lever in and back to raise NOTE Always use high for transport 17 18 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the 4000 Series will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents TOWING Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable Limit loads to 250 pounds or less with this mower OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual 2 Read engine manufacturer s operating and maintenance instructions 3 Check engine oil 4 Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place 5 Be sure parking brake is on 6 Mower blade drive is off 7 Know how to stop engine Turn key to off position 19 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST a Pl
5. Owner Application Dixon Transaxle Models used only at owner s primary place of residence are warranted for a period of two 2 years from date of purchase Commercial Application defined as use other than or in addition to mowing at owner s primary place of residence Dixon Transaxle Models used in commercial application are warranted for a period of 80 days from the date of purchase DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FOR REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS 1 Warranty applies only to original retail purchaser of new and unused mowers and accessories 2 All Dixon warranty must be accomplished by authorized Dixon dealers and in accordance with Dixon warranty policy and allowances All warranty claims must be approved by Dixon Industries Inc 3 Battery warranty Limited to 90 days from date of purchase 4 Accessories Warranty Grass Catchers Snow Blades Covers etc Limited to 90 days from date of purchase 5 Warranty does not apply to damage in transit or incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The use of parts or components other than those supplied by Dixon Industries Inc VOIDS ALL WARRANTY 6 The following items are not covered by this warranty policy a Pick up and delivery charges for transportation of mower to and from an Authorized Dixon Dealer s plac
6. SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS In order to achieve optimum performance when side discharging the grass clippings please read and follow the tips listed below Additional information can be found in the troubleshooting guide A CAUTION Be sure that the deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute 1 Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting 2 Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet Wet grass will clog the underside of the deck and discharge area 3 If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass Some applications may require a second cutting 4 Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will allow the clippings to discharge correctly 5 Maintain Sharp Blade s Throughout The Cutting Season 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass Some applications may require a second cutting Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season As a rule of thumb never cut off more than 1 3 of the total grass blade length Correct mowing height can reduce
7. must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device SAFETY SERVICE continued eNever run a mower inside a closed area The exhaust fumes are toxic Keep nuts and bolts tight especially blade attachment bolts and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris build up Clean up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless otherwise specified eGrass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check compo nents and replace with original equipment parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Batteries contain sulfuric acid To prevent burns avoid contact with skin eyes and clothing To prevent a fire or explosion keep sparks and open flames away from battery Before disconnecting the negative ground cable make sure all switches are OFF 11 DIXON PROTECTION PLUS TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY TRANSAXLE MODELS WARRANTY Home
8. reinstalled on frame check that belt is correctly routed in the groves of all pulleys and that belt idler is applying tension to the back side of the belt 33 caution CARE AND MAINTENANCE HOT oil may cause burns Allow engine to cool before draining oil CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL 34 NOTE Hex Head Valve eee The Dapco oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket Open to full open approximately 7 turns After engine is drained tighten hex stem Change the oil filter Fill with oil see steps on next page Refer to engine manufacturer s recommendations for frequency of oil changes CARE AND MAINTENANCE OIL FILL 1 Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis 3 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature OIL FILTERS 1 Replace filter each time the oil is changed e These filters can be obtained from your authorized Briggs amp Stratton engine dealer P N 492 982 3 The use of any other oil filter may cause damage to the engine PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT 35 CARE AND MAINTENANCE DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS 36 Due to both the complex nature of the transmissi
9. weeds and disease by 50 to 80 The following grass cut heights are based on adequate moisture conditions and normal thatch build up in a healthy lawn Some locations and applications may require slightly different cut heights If in doubt consult your local lawn professional for assistance Grass Types Best Cut Heights Bermudagrass 1 2 Bluegrass 2 3 Buffalograss IES Ryegrass 2 3 Tall Fescue 3 312 Zoysiagrass 1 3 23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all of the recycled or mulched clippings In order to achieve the best results please read and follow the mulching tips listed below 1 Set the engine speed control to the wide open or full setting 2 Place the mower deck cut height selector in either the top or second notch Never cut more than 3 4 to 1 off the grass at any one time Attempting to cut more grass will result in the deck plugging and cause the engine to stall 3 lt may be necessary to cut the lawn twice to achieve acceptable mulching performance especially on first cuttings or if the lawn is heavily fertilized 4 Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet Mulching performance will be very poor under wet grass conditions 5 Maintain S
10. ES O O O 0 T ze T 0 OPERATOR S MANUAL 2003 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 operator s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls The information contained in this manual applies to all Dixon ZTR 4000 Series Mowers Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any questions See your dealer for warranty service parts and repairs INDEX Page A A at OR oh de ere 4 11 Wariano 2 Seite d or kee ae me ee pa ee DES 12 Specifications 4 6 0 04 4 aad CA al 13 Seat Adjustment Instructions 14 COMO ot Bade Bea to at a aed 15 17 Operation Instructions wed eat sa 18 27 Care amp Maintenance 28 39 Troubleshooting Asa et Avs ak Ae er Dane 40 41 Standard Service Parts List 49 4000 Series Part No 13632 0702 SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander NE are BLADE CONTACT TIP OVER RUN OVER BACK OVER read and understand this manual to prevent injuries SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol BE ALERT to the potential for injury Foll
11. N ENGINE STARTING SYSTEM TIRES RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE CAPACITIES DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 4423 Twin 12 gauge side frames and 7 gauge transmission and engine base plate All body parts made of high density polyethylene Dent and corrosion resistant 13 GA stamped steel construction Three blades combine for a 42 cut width Cut height approximately 1 1 2 4 via 7 position lift handle Electric clutch Each rear wheel is independently driven by chain and sprockets through a mechanical friction drive 15 5 HP Briggs amp Stratton Intek 4 Cycle Single Cylinder Overhead Valve Air Cooled Gasoline Cast Iron Sleeve and Pressure Lube with Spin On Filter and AVS Anti vibration System Electric by key switch operation with safety interlock blade drive Front 11 x 4 00 5 ribbed tread Rear 18 x 8 50 8 Pro Tech Front 16 21 PSI Rear 8 14 PSI Fuel 2 4 gallons total Engine 1 5 quarts oil Width 47 outside rear wheel measurement Height 42 to top edge of seat Length 72 hitch tab to front bumper Weight 520 lbs Additional information provided in service instructions under the individual component SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 13 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Model ZTR 4423 1 Raise and push seat assembly forward 2 Loosen five nuts and slide seat forward or backward to desired position 3 Re tighten nuts DO NOT operate mower witho
12. NMENT 38 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Keep all connections clean and tight CLEANING THE MOWER Wash mower periodically Clean above and below deck High pressure washing and alkaline based soaps can cause damage to bearings and other parts of the mower After washing your mower start the engine and engage the mower deck for a few minutes to disperse any water that may have accumulated in bearings pulleys or fans Note Allow mower to cool before washing If bearings are hot they will draw moisture inside as they dry amp cause corrosion MOWER DECK PLATES Check periodically Replace bolted on wear plates before shaft wears into mower deck plates See illustration SERIAL NUMBERS The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine WARRANTY See Warranty Registration Form sample on page 12 PARTS SERVICE See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts warranty or service PLEASE HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT BY AVOIDING ALL CHEMCIALS WHICH MAY DAMAGE OR CAUSE HARM TO PLANTS AND ANIMALS IN YOUR AREA 39 40 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WON T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged disengage blades Parking brake not on engage parking brake Circuit Breaker TripS reset breaker Dead battery charge or replace Solenoid co
13. ace parking brake in OFF position b Turn ignition switch to START ENGINE SHOULD NOT TURN OVER OR ATTEMPT TO START BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST a Place parking brake in ON position b Engage blade drive switch c Turn ignition switch to START ENG NE SHOULD NOT TURN OVER ORATTEMPT TOSTART SEAT SWITCH TEST a In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine b Engage blade drive switch c Raise slightly off seat ENG NE SHOULD STOP If any safety check fails Do not operate the mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an authorized Dixon ZTR dealer 20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Parking brake must be on and blade drive disengaged 2 Move throttle control to choke position if engine is cold full throttle if warm 3 Insert ignition key and turn to start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position 4 Move throttle from choke to desired speed position 5 Release parking brake 6 Operate the mower per the CONTROL instructions on Page 16 A CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced Note When mowing blade s engaged throttle control must be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed RS NN IN Ho a C 21 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
14. ades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting SAFETY GENERAL OPERATION continued Turn off blades when not mowing eStop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways eUse extra care when loading or unloading the mower into a trailer or truck Do not ride the mower when loading and unloading eAlways wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights and counterweights Maintain or replace safety instruction labels as needed The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of WARNING California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm SAFETY SLOPE OPERATION Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution f you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow i
15. ate Purchased _ Mower Model Number Mower Serial Number Purchased From ___ ZT R M owers The engine exhaust from this product contains WA R N I N G chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Inc DIXON INDUSTRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 4000 Series Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 4423 620 251 2000 Part No 13632 0702
16. d corrosive A caution eThis is a maintenance free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked eCharge battery if required OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE DO NOT remove battery from mower Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water eldentify each cable so they can be reconnected to the correct terminal Disconnect cables from terminals ALWAYS disconnect ground cable first and reconnect last Charge battery TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower Check tire pressure periodically Inflate tires to the pressure listed below Front Tires 11x4 00 5 16 21 lbs PSI Rear Tires 18x9 50 8 8 14 lbs PSI Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety Wear heavy thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade avoid the sharp edge of the blade Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation Observe proper blade position prior to removal T Safely raise front of mower 2 Hold or block blade from turning PILOTES 3 Loosen blade nut and remove blade 4 When replacing blade tighten blade nut securely Refer to diagram Be sure blade is centered on pilot before tight ening nut to 60 ft lbs Blades should be discarded when worn excessively DANGEROUS 25 DONOTUSE BLADE IN THIS
17. e mower is stored Damp grass clippings are a fire hazard if left in the bag 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Before performing any maintenance turn off engine allow to cool amp remove key Use extreme care when working on machinery Do not wear watch or jewelry Do not wear loose fitting clothes and observe all common safety practices with tools MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE eCheck deck serpentine belt ss after 20 hours break in eCheck crankcase oil level before each use Clean grass amp debris from muffler manifold area before each use eCheck air intake screen ss after each use Clean grass under deck after each use Check tire pressure every 10 hours Inspect blades for sharpness ss every 10 hours eClean air filter element every 25 hours Grease all zerks sisi every 50 hours Check all belts is iii nine n es every 50 hours Change engine crankcase oil 5 hours break in every 50 hours Change engine oil filter every 50 hours Replace air filter element annually or every 100 hours 28 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius mower informa tion packet BATTERY Battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte which is poisonous an
18. e of business b Routine maintenance or adjustments including transaxle adjustments c Belts Blades Chains Sprockets d Engines All engines used on Dixon ZTR mowers are warranted by each individual engine manufacturer e Any costs or expense of providing substitute equipment while repair work is being performed on a warranted mower 7 There is no other express warranty Implied warranties including those of merchant ability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the same duration of the express warranty and to the extent permitted by law any and all implied warranties are excluded Liabilities for consequential damages under any and all warranties are excluded Copies Pink Customer Yellow Dealer White Return to Dixon Ind WARRANTY VALIDATION At the time of sale selling dealer must review each portion of this warranty document complete the information section below secure customer s signature and send copy to Dixon Industries Inc Date of Purchase Model Deck Size S N Owner s Name Dealership Name amp Dealer Number Street Address Street Address City State Zip City State Zip Owner s Signature Dealer s Signature DIXON INDUSTRIES INC A BLOUNT International Inc Co www dixon ztr com DIXON PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 1 877 CUT MORE ZTR Mowers PHONE 620 251 2000 BLOUNT FAX 620 251 4117 12 CHASSIS BODY MOWER DECK BLADE DRIVE TRANSMISSIO
19. ght selector in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will greatly assist in bagging of the clippings Use only the correct blade s Some grass catching attachments require a high lift blade See your dealer for advice on the type of blade s needed for your mower Maintain Sharp Blade s Throughout The Cutting Season OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT continued A CAUTI Operate the mower at a slower ground speed than when mowing without a grass catching attachment Some mowing applications use of grass catchers may require that an optional weight box be fitted to the mower to counter the weight of grass in the bags Please consult with your dealer for more information regarding installation and adding weight to the box ON Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacles which might hit the catcher top while turning or backing the mower Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass bags into the frame or hot exhaust muffler of the engine Disengage blade and stop engine prior to clearing grass from either the discharge chute or grass catcher components Keep all attachment bolts tight Do Not operate the mower with the grass catching attachment partially removed Important Do Notleave clippings in the bags while th
20. harp Blade s Throughout The Cutting Season This is very important Optimal mulching performance cannot be obtained with a dull or nicked up blade 24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT continued 6 Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Remove all grass and dirt build up from the underside of the pan the baffles and deflectors after each use 7 Alternate mower direction This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower does not seem to be satis factory try one or more of the following tips x Raise the height of cut setting on your mower It may be necessary to cut your grass more frequently Operate the mower at a slower ground speed Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass Mow across the marginal areas a second time CUT HIGH MOW OFTEN 25 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment please read and follow the tips listed below 26 Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting and engage mower before entering area to be cut Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It ls Wet Wet grass will clog both the underside of the deck and the attachment chutes Empty bags often to prevent plugging If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut hei
21. levers further forward TO GO BACKWARD From neutral position gently pull both control levers toward you TURNING Turning is controlled by moving one control lever slightly forward or rearward of the other To turn left move left lever rearward of the right lever To turn right move right lever rearward of the left lever To turn on mower s own axis zero turning radius stop and move one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position BRAKING eTo brake mower move both levers in direction opposite of travel FAST SLOW FORWARD FORWARD A REVERSE LEFT TURN OPPOSITE Note The pressure required to operate the mower is very light 16 CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE Located on the control panel on the g operator s right eTo engage the mower blades pull up on IN SAN the switch NS To disengage mower blade push down z j x a me CIRCUIT BREAKER Neat Protection of the electrical system is by 1 15 amp circuit breaker U nese elf circuit breaker trips push button to reset elf this condition repeats consult dealer A for inspection and repair THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting Throttle control should be setto MAXIMUM or wide open setting to ensure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed while mowing MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER
22. n the discharge side of the mower Retain this measurement Move to the opposite side and check to see if that measurement is the same If adjustment is required turn nut on one or both of the rear L rods until both measurements are equal Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a front to rear manner Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tips at both the front and rear of the blades Rear of blade tips should be 1 8 to 3 8 higher than the front of blade tips If adjustment is necessary turn nut on front L rod This will place the mower deck in a base measurement position Additional adjustment may be required to achieve desired cut for the type of grass or conditions involved TURN NUT JJUS FRONT T 32 T MEASUREMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE DECK REMOVAL 1 Place cut height lever in lowest cut position 2 Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removed from idler pulley and electric clutch pulley 3 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from one end of deck support cross shaft Note location of remaining shim washers used between chassis and mower deck plates Slide shaft from chassis and mower deck 4 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from each deck L rod Remove L rods from lift arms At this point deck will drop down 5 Carefully raise and support front of chassis Slide mower deck to either side for removal Reverse procedure to reinstall deck assembly Note When deck is
23. nsult dealer ignition switch consult dealer Starter consult dealer ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON T START No fuel refuel and or clean or replace fuel filters HARD TO START ENGINE Water in fuel drain old fuetreplace with new fuel Clogged fuel line check fuel filter Fuel tank vent plugged clean fuel vent Faulty fuel Pump check vent ENGINE OVERHEATED Air intake screen or fins clogged clean intake screen and fins Oll level too low or too high adjust oil level Running engine too slow run engine faster 10 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping replace drive belt Transmission oll lOW add oil Bad transmission consult dealer MOWER LOSES POWER OR TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS Engine air filter i clean or replace Transmission damage consult dealer Transmission blowing oil out cap overfilled water contaminated ENGINE STALLS WHEN BLADES ARE ENGAGED Operator not on Seat
24. on and the number of special tools required for service adjustments should be entrusted to your dealer There are a number of simple owner service items which greatly influence the performance of the drive system 1 Front and rear tires must be inflated to proper specifications 2 Rear drive chain tension 3 Tightness of all controls and linkages pertaining to the drive levers 4 Lubrication of both primary and final drive chains The use of a high quality chain lubricant is highly recommended CARE AND MAINTENANCE REAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Proper tension for the rear chains is accomplished through the use of an automatic adjuster located at mid point of each rear chain Maintenance Periodically remove any build up of grass mud or other debris from both the spring loaded roller and the upper guide rod The use of a penetrating lubricant on the springs and rod is recommended as a rust preventative 37 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION CHASSIS 5 grease zerks LOCATIONS 1 each front wheel caster 1 each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE Name brand wheel bearing or multipurpose grease Once per season or 50 hours of operation 3 pumps each Note Lubrication of the mower deck hubs will help dispel moisture within the hub casting Bearings are of a sealed variety PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS PROTECT YOUR ENVIRO
25. ow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices A DANGER ighighred in red indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING highlighted in orange indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION 2S CAUTION indcates a potential hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices SAFETY Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the mower Clear the area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc which could be picked up amp thrown by the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area eNEVER carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down amp behind before amp while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place Slow down before turning Never leave a running mower unattended Always turn off bl
26. t Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR never up or down Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the mower Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the mower Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction eAvoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope elf front wheels lift off the ground pull the levers back to stabilize the mower DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes SAFETY CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen Be alert to avoid accidents
27. ut seat adjustments properly tightened 4 Push seat assembly back to closed position 14 CONTROLS The Dixon ZTR has a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers to control braking turning speed and direction On initial operation set throttle speed on slow Operate with mower blade in OFF position To avoid over controlling the mower use a light touch on the drive levers Slight movements using fingertip control is all that is necessary PARKING BRAKE The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion Engage parking brake A CAUTION before starting engine TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the right end of the mower To engage brake pull lever up to the rear To release brake move lever forward down NOTE Always set parking brake before dismounting Release parking brake before moving mower TRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEM Allows the mower to turn on its own axis ZERO TURNING RADIUS Each lever controls one side of the mower NOTE The pressure required to operate the mower is very light 15 CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS Note NOOO On aar NEUTRAL For access to the seat move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward TO GO FORWARD From neutral position gently push both control levers forward To increase speed move
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