Dixie Chopper Mowers. A space has been provided on the cover and below to record information about your new Dixie Chopper Mower. Please take time to record such information for future reference, especially when you contact an authorized Dixie Chopper Mower dealer with questions.
Operating the Mower Refueling the Mower Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repairs 19 Fluid Recommendations Belt Route and Common Parts Routine Maintenance Lubrication Points Troubleshooting Notes Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Labor required for engine warranty will be covered by Dixie Chopper for the first two years and at the unit owners expense during the third year. Tires, Blades, and Belts Tires, blades, clutch shoes, and belts are considered to be consumable wear items, and are therefore warranted for an initial period of 90 days against materials or workmanship defects, not for wear or abuse.
Purchase all three Extended Warranties at time of original retail purchase for $1495 Purchase Hydro and Spindle Warranties at time of original retail purchase for $798 Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
If you feel unsure about operating the unit on a slope, don’t do it. It’s not worth the risk. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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NEVER remove it. Do NOT use the seat belt when the roll bar is down. Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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The en- gine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas and prolonged exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or death. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Chopper; therefore, your unit may vary slightly from what is depicted in this manual. Dixie Chopper reserves the right to change, modify, alter, or improve the design of the machine, as deemed necessary by Dixie Chopper, without notification to existing owners or purchasers of the machines.
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. Never attempt to operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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Disengage power to mower deck before backing up. No mower is designed to mow in reverse, nor can it be safely operated in reverse. Dixie Chopper’s Zero Turning Radius eliminates the need for back ing up. Simply turn the mower around within its own dimension and proceed forward.
ACCIDENTS, CUSTOMER DIS-SATISFACTION OR TRANS- ground speed, consult manual, and/or contact your dealer for any questions PORTATION CHARGES TO AND FROM THE SERVICING DEALER. or necessary adjustments. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
• All welded six rail tube frame using 1” X 2” X .125” steel tubing. • Lifetime on frame materials and workmanship. • Lifetime on stainless steel against rust. • Stainless steel flip-up floor pan. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
• Three-Year deck spindles. • Dixie Chopper meets and exceeds all ANSI standards. *See Authorized Dixie Chopper Dealer for details. *Specifications are subject to change.* Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Warranty Registration The Warranty Registration card MUST be filled- out and signed with the dealer. Alternatively, the dealer may wish to perform this function online. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Allows the user to refill both tanks simultaneously. (Fuel supply shut-off valve must be open to allow to flow of fuel into the tanks) ELECTRIC DECK LIFT Controls the cutting height of the deck. TOGGLE SWITCH Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
(PTO). stopped by the safety interlock system. Close steering speed control levers. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
The left lever controls the left rear wheel and the right lever con- trols the right rear wheel. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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5/16” nut counter clockwise one or two turns or until it releases. Always make certain the two bypass valves are returned to their operating position before start- ing the engine. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
3. Upper Screen with optional bolt-on lower screen. SAFE OPERATION OF THIS MOWER IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OPERATOR! BE AWARE OF SURROUNDINGS AT ALL TIMES! Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
If one of the cylinders does become damaged, it must be depressurized and inspected by qualified service personnel. Shut-off Shut-off Valve Valve Fuel Supply Shut-off Valve Refill Valve Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Ensure that the fiber washer (which acts as a vibration damper) is against the blade. Tighten bolts to a torque of 80-100 ft-lbs (108-135 N•m). Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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If cut is still uneven, check levelness of blades. Adjust deck height to the level for a 3-inch cut. Refer to Controls and Indicators page 12. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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Roll belt off the pulley, noting the routing of belt. Roll new belt onto pulley, routing it in the same configuration as belt just removed. Manipulate pulley as needed. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
5. Check air pressure in tires. If needed, inflate to proper pressure: front tires 12 psi and back tires 7 psi. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
DO NOT USE HYDRAULIC OIL, HYTRAN, OR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID. Lubrication Grease Recommendations We recommend the use of Lucas X-tra H/D Grease or NGLI grade #2 multi-purpose gun grease. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Initial change 100 hours, every 400 hours thereafter Drive system oil and filter changes MUST be performed by an Authorized Dixie Chopper Service Dealer ONLY Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
4. Change engine oil filter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for recommendations and other maintenance items. 5. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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With parking brake on, steering levers in the neutral lock position, and deck blades disengaged, start mower while sitting in the seat. When engine starts, lift up off the seat. The engine should shut down. If engine continues to run, see an authorized Dixie Chopper dealer to service the safety inter- lock system.
(1 each side) Every 25 Hours Center Deck Drive Hub Every 25 Hours Every 25 Hours Right Side Deck Drive Hub Left Side Deck Drive Hub Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
10.Contact Authorized Service Dealer. 11.Faulty spark plug. 11.Clean, adjust or replace spark plug. 12.Spark plug wire is not connected. 12.Check the spark plug wire connection. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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4. Broken or missing idler spring. 4. Replace the spring. 5. Drive belt not routed correctly. 5. Refer to belt routing decal on deck. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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4. Repair or replace clutch lead wire or electrical system. Clean connector contacts. 5. Rotor/armature airgap is too large. 5. Remove shim or replace clutch. Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
Notes Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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Notes Dixie Chopper • 6302 E. County Road 100 N. • Coatesville, IN • 46121 • www.dixiechopper.com...
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Coatesville, IN. 46121 Phone 1-765-CHOPPER www.dixiechopper.com Dixie Chopper, Magic Circle, and the Magic Circle Atom Logo are all trademarks of Magic Circle Corporation and may not be reproduced without permission. Printed In USA Specifications and instructions subject to change without notice.
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