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Dixon ZTR 8000 Series Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual 8000 SERIES ZTR® MOWERS...
  • Page 2 The information in this operator's manual applies to all Dixon Commercial Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any questions. See your dealer for warranty service, parts and repairs.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SAFETY ... Pages WARRANTY POLICY... Page SPECIFICATIONS ... Page SEAT ADJUSTMENT ... Page CONTROLS ... Pages OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ... Pages CARE AND MAINTENANCE ... Pages STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST ... Page TROUBLESHOOTING ... Pages 8000 Series Part No. 13092-0700 INDEX 13-16 17-22 23-33...

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPER- ATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... BLADE CONTACT TIP-OVER BACK-OVER RUN-OVER ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries.

  • Page 5: Safety Alert Symbol

    SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 6: General Operation

    This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet, Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in 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. •...

  • Page 7: Slope Operation

    If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it! Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
  • Page 8 CHILDREN: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watch- ful care of another responsible adult.
  • Page 9 SERVICE: • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the mower indoors.

  • Page 10: Warranty Policy

    DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase. Commercial Application: Dixon mowers used for commercial application are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase or 750 hours whichever comes first.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Specifications go here CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube BODY: Folded sheet metal. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with padded back and arm rests. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: 2 Decks are available. Both decks are made of 10 GA fabricated welded construction with 7 -"...

  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment Instructions

    SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 8000 Series Models FORE & AFT ADJUSTMENT Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. Slide seat forward or backward. Release seat slide adjuster. SEAT BACK ADJUSTMENT Rotate knob clockwise to recline. Rotate knob counter-clockwise to raise.

  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS SHOW HOW TO REMOVE BOOT & RAISE AND LOWER & ROTATE CONTROL HANDLES ADD INFO ON HEADLIGHT POSITION ON START SWITCH...

  • Page 14: Parking Brake

    CONTROLS 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. CAUTION TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at left hand side of mower.
  • Page 15 CONTROLS SHOW HOW TO REMOVE BOOT & RAISE AND LOWER AND ROTTTE CONTROL HANDLES.
  • Page 16 BLADE DRIVE: Located on control panel, on operator's right. To engage blades: Pull up on the switch. To disengage blades: Push down. MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Located to the right and front of operator. Controls the cutting height. Eleven positions of adjustment.

  • Page 17: Before Operating Mower

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Model ZTR 8000 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.
  • Page 18 Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch switch. Raise weight slightly off of seat. Engine should stop. c. If any Safety Check fails, do not operate the mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an Authorized Dixon ZTR Dealer.

  • Page 19: Operation Instructions

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 2. Push choke control lever forward. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position. 4. Once engine starts to warm up, slowly push choke control lever back to the fully open position.
  • Page 20 Key will return to "Run" position. 3. Move throttle control lever to wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. NOTE: Model ZTR 8000 Series may require partial choke setting to start period of time.
  • Page 21 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS In order to achieve optimum cutting performance, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the troubleshooting guide beginning on page 35. CAUTION 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. 2.

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool, remove key and disconnect spark plugs. 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.
  • Page 23 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufaturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius Mower information packet. Note: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously damaged by over heating.

  • Page 24: Mower Blades

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Stop engine, remove ignition key and spark plugs for CAUTION safety. Wear cutter blade, avoid the sharp MOWER BLADES Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpen Remove bolt, lock washer, and cup washer mounting blade on shaft.
  • Page 25 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: Engine: Follow engine manufacturer's recommendation. Deck spindles: Lubricate with 3 "shots" only, every 100 hours. Hydrostatic transmission and filter (follow instructions listed below). Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions. CHECKING & REPLENISHING OIL IN HYDRO- STATIC TRANSMISSION Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmission oil reservoir after every 25 hours of usage.

  • Page 26: Parking Brake Adjustment

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT With the brake handle in the release a 0.010 feeler gauge between the brake disc and the brake puck. the feeler gauge inserted until the gauge fits snugly between the disc and puck. The gap should not be so tight that the feeler gauge cannot be reinserted after removal.

  • Page 27: Hydrostatic Transmissions

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS: Before each use, check to be sure that the cooling fins of the hydrostatic transmissions may cause the transmissions to OF RESERVOIR WITH WATER OR STEAM. maintenance schedule listed in this book. HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PRO- CEDURE: (The hydrostatic drive is equipped with a manual belt take-up).

  • Page 28: Steering Control Adjustments

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS new instructions & graphics. To Adjust Neutral: Remove the fender skirts from each side of the machine. Block up the unit so that the Drive Wheels are off the ground. Start the engine and run at a fast idle with the Steering control levers in the "out"...
  • Page 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (continued): Adjusting for Straight Forward Tracking: In large open area, actuate the control handles into the full forward position. If the mower veers in either direction (left or right) some adjustment is necessary. If the mower veers to the right, then the right hydrostat needs to be sped up.

  • Page 30: Leveling The Deck

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE LEVELING THE DECK Set the tire pressure on all four tires. Move the tractor to a hard, level surface (i.e. concrete or blacktop). Place a 2x4 board under all four corners of the deck shell, just inside of the anti-scalping The deck must rest on the Adjust the deck hangers longer or shorter...
  • Page 31 PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK FOR SERVICING new instructions & graphics. RAISING THE DECK: Remove cut height adjustment pin and completely lower the cut height adjustment lever. Re-insert the cut height adjustment pin into the 3-1/2" cut height position (this the lowest position.
  • Page 32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Cut Height Adjustment Cut Height Adjustment Lever Locking Pin Deck Latch Foot Deck Center Deck Spindle Deck Lift Bolt new instructions & graphics. Rear Deck Mounting Front Caster Wheels positioned Latch Rear out of the way Corner MOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION POSITION Engine to Deck Drive Belt Deck Latch in locked...

  • Page 33: Standard Service Parts List

    STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST MODEL ZTR 8025: BLADES: BELTS: Hydrostatic Transmission Filter: KOHLER AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS: Refer to engine manufacturers manual for recommendations regarding fre- quency of service required for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance. Protect your engine investment, use only original equipment filters.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 1. ENGINE WON'T TURN OVER ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Mower blades engaged Drive not in neutral ----------------------------------------------------------------move steering control levers Blown fuse Dead battery ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Solenoid Ignition switch ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Starter ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2. ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ No gas Over or under choked ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Spark plug not firing...
  • Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 6. ENGINE SOMETIMES SKIPS AT HIGHER SPEED ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Incorrect ignition timing maladjusted -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check spark Faulty spark plugs 7. ENGINE OVERHEATED Air intake screen or fins clogged -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Clean Fuel mixture too lean Oil level too low or too high ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Improper ignition timing Running engine too slow...
  • Page 36 NOTES...
  • Page 37 NOTES...
  • Page 38 DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM DATE OIL CHANGED: Name dress DATE ENGINE TUNED: DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117...
  • Page 39 State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other repro- ductive harm. Dixon and ZTR ® DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc. ® 8000 Series 8025 Part No. 13092-0700...

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