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- Page 1 Operator Manual KODIAK SE 5225 KOH CE / 966057501 Original Instructions Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
- Page 2 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 mAINTENANCE ............... 34 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...... 5 maintenance Schedule ..........34 Towing ................. 5 Battery ..............36 Operating ..............5 Safety System ............37 Good Service .............. 6 fuel filter ..............37 SymBOlS AND DECAlS .......... - 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’s manual. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Study them carefully so that you know what they Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx mean. xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. - Page 8 syMbols anD DeCals Read Shut off engine and Keep a safe Use on slopes No passengers Operator’s remove key before distance from no greater manual performing any the machine than 10° maintenance or repair work 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! This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING mACHINE IS CAPABlE Of AmPUTATING HANDS AND fEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. - Page 10 saFety • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries.
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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. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment. - Page 12 saFety Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.
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Page 13: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
saFety WARNING! The engine must not be started when the driver’s floor plate or any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed. Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. -
Page 14: General Maintenance
saFety General Maintenance • Never use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. •... - Page 15 saFety • Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment is in good condition. • The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer.
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Page 16: Transport
IMPORTANT INFORMATION A spark arrester for the muffler is available through The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the your authorized Dixon dealer. machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over. -
Page 17: Rollover Protection System (Rops)
saFety Rollover Protection system (ROPS) WARNING! The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 88 lbs / 40 kg. The ROPS is an accessory. The rollover protection system's capabilities may be impaired by • Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or damage if the mower is overturned anchoring point. -
Page 18: Controls
ContRols This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right Rider. The rider is fitted with a four-stroke overhead steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the valve engine. direction and speed. -
Page 19: 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 20: 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. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. -
Page 21: Ignition Switch
ContRols Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. 8061-017 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 the control should be pushed to the ON position. -
Page 22: Fuel Tank
ContRols Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has two fuel tanks, just behind the seat. Each tank capacity is 5.7 gallons (22 liters). make sure the fuel caps are properly tightened and the cap gaskets are not damaged. The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). -
Page 23: 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 In order to obtain an even cutting height, it is important that the air pressure in all tires is 15 psi / 103 kPa / 1 bar. -
Page 24: Seat Adjustment Lever
ContRols Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the left (as seen by the driver in the seat), after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. -
Page 25: Operation
opeRatIon Steering Read “Safety Instructions” section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. To move forward and backward Training The direction and speed of the mower’s movements is effected by the movement of the control lever(s) Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than on each side of mower. -
Page 26: Before Starting
opeRatIon Before Starting • Read the sections Safety Instructions and Controls before starting the machine. • Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see maintenance Schedule in the maintenance section). • Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. •... - Page 27 opeRatIon move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 8061-020 Place controls in neutral position move the throttle to the middle position. WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive system damage.
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Page 28: Weak Battery
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 29: Running
opeRatIon Running Release the parking brake by 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 30: Operating On Hills
opeRatIon Operating On Hills Read the Safety Instructions “Driving on Slopes” in the “Safety Instructions”. 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 31: Mowing Tips
opeRatIon Mowing Tips WARNING! • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions. Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it blades. -
Page 32: Stopping The Engine
opeRatIon Stopping the Engine Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling. -
Page 33: Manually Moving Unit
opeRatIon Manually Moving Unit Pump release valves Pump release valves are located at the front and rear of the pump. They are used to release the system so the machine may be moved by hand when not running. Tilt seat forward to gain access to the pump. The rear bypass valve sits directly opposite the front valve, below the seat support. -
Page 34: Maintenance
MaIntenanCe Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. for those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual service carried out by an authorized service workshop is recommended to maintain your machine in the best possible condition and to ensure safe operation. - Page 35 MaIntenanCe Daily At least Maintenance interval once in hours each MAINTENANCE Before After year ■ 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 36: Battery
MaIntenanCe Battery WARNING! your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery and does not need servicing. However, Always wear eye protection when periodic charging of the battery with an automotive around batteries. type battery charger will extend its life. •... -
Page 37: Safety System
MaIntenanCe Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions. The engine can only be started when: The mower deck is disengaged. The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position. -
Page 38: Tire Pressures
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: 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 Park on a level surface. -
Page 40: Pump Belt
MaIntenanCe Pump Belt Replacing pump belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the parking brake. Belt removal Remove the deck belt (see Deck Belt Removal in this section of the manual). Create slack in the belt by removing the spring on the pump idler arm. -
Page 41: Cutting Blades
Install and tighten blade bolt securely. • Torque blade bolt to 90 ft/lbs (122 Nm). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. Replace with a Dixon bolt if required. Do not use lower grade hardware than 1. Blade specified. 2. Blade bolt (special) 3. -
Page 42: Adjusting The Mower Deck
MaIntenanCe Adjusting the Mower Deck WARNING! Leveling deck Before performing any service or Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level adjustment checklist: surface. make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. See “Technical Data” under Transmission. •... -
Page 43: Anti-Scalp Rollers
MaIntenanCe Anti-scalp rollers 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. Anti-scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. -
Page 44: Cleaning
MaIntenanCe Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span. make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks. Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck. -
Page 45: Lubrication
lUbRICatIon 8050-822 12/12 Every year lubricate with grease gun lubricate with oil can 1/52 Every Week Oil change level check 1/365 Every day filter change *Change transaxles (transmission) filters. General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional Wipe away excess grease after lubrication. movements during lubrication. -
Page 46: Front Wheel Mount
lUbRICatIon Front Wheel Mount lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each wheel mount, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality bearing grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Bearings lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each set of wheel bearings, until the grease is forced out. -
Page 47: Hydraulic Pump
lUbRICatIon Hydraulic Pump Fluid Change This transaxle is designed with an external filter for ease of maintenance. To ensure constant fluid quality levels and longer life an oil filter change interval of every 200 hours is recommended. The following procedure can be performed with the pump installed in the vehicle, and the vehicle on level ground. -
Page 48: Troubleshooting
tRoUblesHootInG Problem Cause Engine will not start • Blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Driver is not sitting in the driver’s seat • Parking brake is not activated • Battery is dead •... - Page 49 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 50: Storage
Drain the fuel into purchase year, model, type, and serial number. an approved container outdoors and Always use genuine Dixon spare parts. far away from open flame. Never An annual check-up at an authorized service use gasoline for cleaning. Use workshop is a good way to ensure that your machine a degreaser and warm water instead. -
Page 51: Schematics
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Page 52: Technical Data
teCHnICal Data 966057501 Engine manufacturer Kohler Type Command Pro Power 25 hp* lubrication Pressure with oil filter Oil capacity excluding filter 1.6 qt / 1.5 liter Oil capacity including filter 1.7 qt / 1.6 liter Engine oil (See viscosity diagram) SAE 10W30, 10W40, 5W20, 5W30, API Sf-SJ fuel... - Page 53 teCHnICal Data 965871801 / 965884601 Frame Cutting Widthr 52" / 127cm Cutting Height 1.5 - 5" / 3.8 - 12.7 cm Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade length 18" / 45.7 cm Nose Rollers Sprung Seat Standard Hinged Arm Rests Hour meter Standard Blade Engagement...
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Page 54: Accessories
teCHnICal Data Accessories Collection system Torque Specifications Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb (203 Nm) Standard " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Standard "... -
Page 55: Conformity Certificates
ConFoRMIty CeRtIFICates CE Requirements USA Requirements labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine The Declaration of Conformity is included in the compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the literature packet. requirements. This is also applicable to special Zero Turn Ride-on Mower requirements for any of the states, (California emission machine complies with:... -
Page 56: Service Journal
seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 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. - Page 57 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After 5-8 Hours Change the engine oil. 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 58 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). Change engine oil. lubricate according to lubrication chart. Check/adjust the parking brake. 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service.
- Page 59 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 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 pre-filter (foam).
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