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Dixon ZTR Mowers Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2: Important Read Carefully

    Read the Technical Data Brochure provided for each specific model. Become familiar with the controls. Your Dixon dealer will provide a check out ride and answer your questions. See your dealer for warranty service, parts, repairs, and questions.
  • Page 3 Do not leave running mower unattended. Turn off blade, set parking brake, turn off engine and remove key before dismounting. Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weight- sensitive switch which kills the engine when the operator leaves the seat while blade is engaged.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    Slopes are a major factor in loss of control and tip-over accidents. ALL SLOPES REQUIRE EXTRA CAUTION. • Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR, never up or down. • Watch for holes and hidden hazards. Tall grass will hide obstacles.
  • Page 5 • Handle gasoline with care. It is highly flammable. • Use approved gas container. Keep out of the reach of children. • Never remove gas cap when engine is running. • Fill gas tank outdoors. • Shut off engine. Allow engine to cool before refueling. •...
  • Page 6 DO NOT rely on safety switches. Always turn engine off when leaving mower, OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The Dixon ZTR has a unique transaxle that require only two drive levers to control braking, turning, speed, and direction. REMEMBER — on initial operation, set throttle speed on slow and operate with mower blade “OFF.”...
  • Page 7 Release parking brake. Push both drive levers gradually forward (away from operator), TO MOVE BACKWARD Pull both drive levers gradually back (toward operator). TO TURN 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.

  • Page 8: Transaxle Drive Belt

    BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, SHUT OFF ENGINE, ALLOW TO COOL. ENGINE For engine operating and maintenance information, refer to the engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer, supplied with each mower. BATTERY Check the fluid in the battery at frequent intervals. Keep fluid level above the plates in each cell, using distilled water.

  • Page 9: Drive Chain Adjustment

    Check lug nuts periodically for tightness. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Keep all connections clean and tight. BODY Wash with mild detergent. TRANSAXLE See your authorized Dixon Dealer for adjustment or repair. ADJUSTMENT OR REPAIR BY OTHER THAN AUTHORIZED DIXON DEALER VOIDS WARRANTY.
  • Page 10 PARTS/SERVICE See your Dixon Dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service. See the Technical Data Brochure included in owner’s packet for further Information on specific models. OWNER INFORMATION Date Purchased. Purchased From. Mower Serial Number Date Oil Changed: .Mower Model Number.
  • Page 11 DIXOH INJWSTRIES, INC A 8LOUNT COMPANY AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1369 COrf HYYILLI KS 67337 O945 3 1 6 231 2000 DIXON, ZTR, and ZEETER are registered trademarks of Oixon Industries, Inc. Amazing Transaxle! P/N 8501...

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