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Operator Manual
SpeedZTR 46 CE / 966658101
Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use
in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol
(E10) will void the product warranty..
Original Instructions
Form Number 115 627926 Rev A
2013-08-15
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- Page 1 Operator Manual SpeedZTR 46 CE / 966658101 Please read the operator manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) will void the product warranty..
- Page 2 In order to implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION ............5 Jumper Cable Use ........29 Driving and Transport on Public Roads .....5 Running ............30 Towing ..............5 Operating On Hills ..........31 Operating ............5 Mowing Tips .............32 Good Service .............6 Stopping the engine .........33 Manufacturing Number .........6 Moving Machine by Hand ........34 SyMbOlS AND DeCAlS .........7 MAINTeNANCe ............35 SAfeTy ..............9... - Page 4 WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance.
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Page 5: Introduction
IntRoDUCtIon Congratulations Towing Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme This machine is built for superior efficiency to caution when towing. Never allow children or others in rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel or on the towed equipment. -
Page 6: Good Service
IntRoDUCtIon Good Service Dixon's products are sold only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. -
Page 7: Symbols And Decals
symbols anD DeCals These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx. - Page 8 symbols anD DeCals Shut off engine and remove key before performing any Keep a safe maintenance distance from Use on slopes no Read Operator Manual or repair work the machine greater than 10° No passengers Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going...
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Page 9: Safety
saFety Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE This symbol means that important safety OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET instructions need to be emphasized. It AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE concerns your safety. - Page 10 saFety • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine, removing the grass catcher, or unclogging the discharge guard. • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Page 11: Personal Safety Equipment
saFety Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. - Page 12 saFety • Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.
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Page 13: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
saFety Safe Handling of Gasoline WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. There is risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool before refueling. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. -
Page 14: General Maintenance
saFety General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. - Page 15 saFety Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. WARNING! Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines:...
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Page 16: Transport
Do not tow near ditches, canals, and other hazards. Spark Arrestor A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your authorized Dixon dealer. WARNING! This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not... -
Page 17: Controls
ContRols This operator manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right Rider. The rider is fitted with a briggs & Stratton four- steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the stroke overhead valve engine. -
Page 18: Steering Control Levers
ContRols Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward. -
Page 19: Parking Brake
ContRols Parking Brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower. The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Push the release button and pull the lever backward to activate the brake—push forward to release it. -
Page 20: Ignition Switch
ContRols Ignition Switch The ignition switch is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. 8058-134 Ignition switch Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. for cold starts on models with separate choke, the control on should be pulled out. -
Page 21: Fuel Tank
ContRols Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has one fuel tank, just behind the console. The tank capacity is 3 gallons (11.4 liters). Regularly check the gas cap gasket for damage and keep the cap properly tightened. The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). -
Page 22: Fuel Shut Off Valve
ContRols Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 8011-419 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Always raise the deck to the highest position for transport. -
Page 23: Seat Adjustment Lever
ContRols Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the right side of the seat is pulled up, after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. 8058-023 Lengthways adjustment Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time with the blade activated. -
Page 24: Operation
opeRatIon Read the Safety section and following pages, if you Pull back slightly on control levers, allowing the mower are unfamiliar with the machine. to move backwards. Push the control levers forward to the neutral position and mower should stop moving. Training To turn to the right Due to unique steering capabilities, zero turn mowers... -
Page 25: Before Starting
opeRatIon Before Starting 1. Read the sections on Safety and Controls before starting the machine. 2. Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section). 3. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. 4. -
Page 26: Starting The Engine
opeRatIon Starting the Engine 1. Sit on the seat. 2. Raise the mower deck by pushing the release button on the top of the lifting lever. Pull the lifting lever backward to the locked (transport) position. 8058-206 Raise the deck to the transport positiom 3. - Page 27 opeRatIon 5. Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 8058-190 Place controls in neutral position 6. Move the throttle to the middle position. 8058-148 Set the throttle 7. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pulled up to its extent.
- Page 28 opeRatIon 8. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait approximately 10 seconds before retrying. 8050-780 Turn to the start position 9.
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Page 29: Jumper Cable Use
opeRatIon Weak Battery WARNING! Lead-acid batteries generate explosive gases. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away from batteries. Always wear eye protection when around batteries. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Your mower is equipped with a 12-volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12-volt negative grounded system. -
Page 30: Running
opeRatIon Running 1. Release the parking brake by pushing the top release button in and moving the lever downward. NOTe: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. -
Page 31: Operating On Hills
opeRatIon Operating On Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety section. WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. • The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills. -
Page 32: Mowing Tips
opeRatIon Mowing Tips WARNING! • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to Clear the lawn of stones and other avoid collisions. objects that can be thrown out by the • begin with a high cutting height and reduce it blades. -
Page 33: Stopping The Engine
opeRatIon Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the minimum position (tortoise symbol). 2. Move the steering controls outward. 3. Disengage the mower deck by pressing the blade switch down. 8058-134 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum 4. -
Page 34: Moving Machine By Hand
opeRatIon Moving Machine By Hand When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the eZT bypass linkages. The eZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. 1. Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. 2. -
Page 35: Maintenance
maIntenanCe Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that an authorized service workshop is recommended to must be performed on the machine. for those points maintain your machine in the best possible condition not described in this manual, visit an authorized and to ensure safe operation. - Page 36 maIntenanCe Daily At least Maintenance once interval each in hours year MAINTENANCE Before After ■ Check/adjust throttle cable ● ● Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ■ ■ Change the engine oil ■ ■ Replace the engine oil filter ■...
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Page 37: Battery
maIntenanCe Battery STANDARD STATE APPROXIMATE BATTERY CHARGING TIME* TO FULL CHARGE AT 80 F / 27 your mower is equipped with a maintenance free BATTERY Maximum Rate at: battery and does not need servicing. However, CHARGE 50 Amps 30 Amps 20 Amps 10 Amps periodic charging of the battery with an automotive... -
Page 38: Safety System
Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, cables, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action. To adjust the parking brake, contact the Dixon service workshop. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must be absolutely standing still when applying the parking brake. -
Page 39: Tire Pressures
maIntenanCe Tire Pressures All tires should be at 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar. 8011-564 Check tire pressures Anti-scalp Rollers IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti-scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface. Anti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position. -
Page 40: V-Belts
maIntenanCe V-belts Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks. NOTe: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation. The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Deck Belt Removal 1. -
Page 41: Cutting Blades
5. Torque blade bolt to 45-60 ft/lbs (60-81 Nm). 8058-129 IMPORTANT INFORMATION blade Special blade bolt is heat treated. blade bolt (special) Replace with a Dixon bolt if required. Cutter housing Blade attachment Do not use lower grade hardware than specified. -
Page 42: Adjusting The Mower Deck
maIntenanCe Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. Make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. See Technical Data / Transmission. If tires are under or over inflated, the deck cannot be properly adjusted. -
Page 43: Caster Wheels
maIntenanCe Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours. Check that wheels rotate freely. If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service. foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty. Removal and installation Remove nut and caster bolt. Pull the wheel out of the yoke and take care of the spacers. -
Page 44: Lubrication
lUbRICatIon 8050-832 lubricate with grease gun 12/12 every year filter change 1/52 every Week Oil change level check 1/365 every day General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional Wipe away excess grease after lubrication. movements during lubrication. It is important to avoid getting lubricant on the belts When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys. -
Page 45: Wheel And Deck Zerks
2-3 strokes per spindle. 8050-226 Deck spindle Transmission The transmission is maintenance free with no need for level checks or oil changes. If a leak occurs, replace the unit or contact your Dixon dealer. -
Page 46: Troubleshooting
tRoUblesHootInG Problem Cause engine will not start • blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Parking brake is not activated • battery is dead • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. •... - Page 47 tRoUblesHootInG Problem Cause engine overheats • Clogged air intake or cooling fins • engine overloaded • Poor ventilation around engine • Defective engine speed regulator • Too little or no oil in the engine • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. •...
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Page 48: Storage
Drain the fuel into an purchase year, model, type, and serial number. approved container outdoors and store Always use genuine Dixon spare parts. far away from open flame or sources of An annual check-up at an authorized service ignition. -
Page 49: Schematics
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Page 50: Technical Data
teCHnICal Data The power rating as declared by the Engine engine manufacturer is the average gross Manufacturer briggs & Stratton power output at the specified RPM of a typical production engine for the engine Type model measured using SAe Standards for engine gross power. - Page 51 teCHnICal Data Frame Cutting Width 46" / 117 cm Cutting Height 1.5 - 4" / 3.8 - 10.2 cm Uncut Circle Number of blades blade length 15" / 38 cm Nose Rollers Sprung Seat Standard Hinged Arm Rests Optional Hour Meter Standard blade engagement electric clutch...
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Page 52: Accessories
teCHnICal Data Accessories Collection system Torque Specifications engine crankshaft bolt 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Standard " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Standard "... -
Page 53: Conformity Certificates
ConFoRmIty CeRtIFICates Conformity Certificates For Model Listed Below: 966658101 / SpeedZTR 46 CE Zero Turn Rider USA requirements labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). -
Page 54: Service Journal
seRVICe JoURnal Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign action Delivery Service Charge the battery Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar) Mount the steering controls in the normal position Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine Adjust the position of the steering controls fill with fuel and open the fuel shut off valve... - Page 55 seRVICe JoURnal seRVICe JoURnal Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign action action After the First 10 Hours Change engine oil action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump’s air filter Sharpen/Replace mower blades if required Check the tire pressures Check battery with cables lubricate according to lubrication chart Check/clean the engine’s cooling air intake...
- Page 56 seRVICe JoURnal seRVICe JoURnal Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign action 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Clean/replace the air cleaner’s paper filter cartridge (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions) Change engine oil lubricate according to lubrication chart Check/adjust the parking brake Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign action 100-Hour Service...
- Page 57 seRVICe JoURnal seRVICe JoURnal Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign action action 300-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service Perform the 50-hour service Perform the 100-hour service Check/adjust the mower deck Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats Check the engine valve clearance Replace the air cleaner’s foam pre-filter action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign...
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