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Page 1: Safety Instructions
RAM SERIES BLACK BEAR Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual RAM 44, BS/968999551 RAM 50, BS/968999552 RAM MAG 44, HON/968999559 RAM MAG 44, KOH/968999560 ™ ® RAM MAG 50, KAW /968999561 RAM 50 MAG, HON/968999562 RAM 50 MAG KOH/968999563 ™ ®... - Page 3 IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY The Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easy and fun to operate. However, any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy or a recreational vehicle. Before you start to use the mower, read this Operator’s Manual carefully. It contains valuable information that is necessary for the safe operation of the machine.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL OPERATION ... 8-9 SLOPE OPERATION ... 10-11 FIRE HAZARDS ... 12-13 CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND PETS ... 14 SERVICE ... 15 SPECIFICATIONS ... 12-23 RAM SERIES™ 50 Model 968999552 ... 18 CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS ... 25 PARK BRAKE ... 26 BLADE DRIVE ... - Page 6 RIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander. Please read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Blade Contact Run Over SAFETY Tip Over Back Over...
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Page 7: Safety Alert Symbol
Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow the recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. SAFETY DANGER (highlighted in red) indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. -
Page 8: General Operation
WARNING GENERAL OPERATION Read, understand, and follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower before starting. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., that could be picked up and thrown by the blade. -
Page 9: General Operation
WARNING GENERAL OPERATION (continued) Turn off blades when not mowing. Injury could occur from contact with moving parts. Under no circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still running. To avoid personal injury from accidental clutch engagement, stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. -
Page 10: Slope Operation
All slopes require extra caution. If you feel unsure on any slope, do not mow it! Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR — never up or down. This will decrease the risk of tip-over. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, wires and other foreign objects that can be thrown by mower blades. - Page 11 WARNING SLOPE OPERATION (continued) DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphill turns may cause tip-over. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unstable ground may cause loss of control. Do not mow on wet grass.
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Page 12: Fire Hazards
WARNING Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Store all fuel in approved containers specifically designed for that purpose. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Do not smoke while refueling or operating the mower. -
Page 13: Fire Hazards
WARNING FIRE HAZARDS (continued) To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flames away from battery. Keep electrical connections clean and tight. Inspect them often. Loose connections and corrosion increase fire risk. Before disconnecting the negative ground cable, make sure all switches are off. -
Page 14: Children, Bystanders And Pets
WARNING CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND PETS Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children, bystanders and pets. Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity. NEVER assume children, bystanders and pets will stay where they were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. -
Page 15: Service
WARNING Never run a mower inside a closed area or without proper ventilation. Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. - Page 16 Third year - limited to 100% parts cost as shown in the current Dixon® Parts Price List and subject to the conditions and limitations as described herein.
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Page 17: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM SERIES™ 44 Model 968999551 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs. -
Page 18: Ram Series™ 50 Model 968999552
SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM SERIES™ 50 Model 968999552 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs. - Page 19 SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM MAG SERIES™ 44 Model 968999559 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs.
- Page 20 SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM MAG SERIES™ 44 Model 968999560 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs.
- Page 21 SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM MAG SERIES™ 50 Model 968999561 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs.
- Page 22 SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM MAG SERIES™ 50 Model 968999562 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs.
- Page 23 SPECIFICATIONS Chassis: Mower Deck: Blade Drive: Drive System: Engine: Starting System: Tires: Capacities: Dimensions: Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE RAM MAG SERIES™ 50 Model 968999563 1½" square tube side frame Made of 11 gauge fabricated welded construction with external reinforcement ribs.
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Page 24: Seat Adjustment Instructions
SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. Slide seat forward or backward. Release seat slide adjuster. Seat Slide Adjuster —Fig. 1—... -
Page 25: Controls
CONTROL LEVERS For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. NEUTRAL SLOW FORWARD —Fig. 2— TO GO FORWARD • From neutral position, gently push control levers forward. • To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARDS •... -
Page 26: Park Brake
PARK BRAKE The park brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. The engine will stop if the park brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position. CAUTION TO SET PARK BRAKE The hand-operated park brake is located on the... -
Page 27: Blade Drive
• Located on the control panel, on operator’s right. • To engage the mower blade, pull up on the switch. • To disengage mower blade, push down. CHOKE AND THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER • Located on control panel to operator’s right. •... -
Page 28: Mower Deck Cut Height Lift Lever
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER • Use right foot to operate deck foot pedal at right front foot area. • To raise mower deck, push forward with right foot on top portion of foot pedal. When desired deck height is reached, push with right foot on lower portion of foot pedal until the bottom of the foot pedal engages in deck positioning notch. -
Page 29: Operations
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the RAM will depend on 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 without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions to operate the mower. -
Page 30: Starting Instructions
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Park brake must be on, control levers in outward position and blade drive disengaged. 2. Position throttle to desired speed setting. If engine is cold, position choke lever in the ON position. NOTE: Engine may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time. -
Page 31: Testing Of Safety Interlock Systems
Engine should not turn over or attempt to start. NOTE: If any safety check fails, do not operate the mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an authorized Dixon dealer. Failure to observe the following instructions could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 32: Operation Instructions
4. Raise slightly off seat. Engine should stop! NOTE: If any safety check fails, do not operate the mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an authorized Dixon dealer. Failure to observe the following instructions could result in serious injury or death. -
Page 33: Mulching Attachment
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass. There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all the recycled or mulched clippings. -
Page 34: Mowing With A Mulching Attachment
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT 7. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean. Remove all grass and dirt buildup from the underside of the pan, the baffles and deflectors after each use. Never, under any circumstances, should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still turning. -
Page 35: Catcher Attachment
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment, please read and follow the tips listed below. 1. Read and follow the installation instructions that are included with your grass catcher. 2. - Page 36 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT (continued) 7. Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season. Some grass catching attachments require a “high-lift” blade. See your dealer for advice on the type of blade(s) needed for your mower. 8. Some mowing applications or use of grass catchers may require that an additional weight kit be fitted to the mower to counter the weight of grass in the bags.
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Page 37: Side Discharge
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS In order to achieve optimum performance when side discharging the grass clippings, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the Troubleshooting guide on Page 48-49. CAUTION 1. -
Page 38: Grass Height
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet. If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch. “Initially” overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass. Some applications may require a second cutting. -
Page 39: Towing
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable. Limit loads to 250 pounds (113 kg) or less with this mower. To Free Wheel Machine When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the hydro release levers. -
Page 40: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, Use extreme care when working on machinery. Do not wear loose fitting clothes, and observe all common safety practices with tools. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE •Check deck belt ... after 20 hours break-in •Check crankcase oil level ... -
Page 41: Cutter Blades
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. Observe proper blade position prior to removal. 1. Safely raise front of mower. 2. Hold or block blade from turning. 3. Loosen blade bolt and remove blade. 4. -
Page 42: Belts
• Charge battery. NOTE: Your Dixon mower comes equipped with a quick disconnect harness for the optional Dixon Battery Manager. The Dixon Battery Manager maintains the proper charge levels during periods of inactivity and may prevent premature battery failures. -
Page 43: Lubrication
CARE AND MAINTENANCE TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to the pressure listed below. Front tires Rear tires Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness. LUBRICATION CHASSIS: LOCATIONS:... -
Page 44: Changing The Engine Oil
NOTE: Engine oil changes on the Ram Series will require replacement of the oil filter. These filters may be available from your local Dixon Dealer. HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil. -
Page 45: Tracking Adjustment
DO NOT exceed maximum recommended tire pressure 24 PSI (1.6 bar). Record the tire pressure for future reference. NOTE: If the above procedure fails, have the mower checked and repaired by an authorized Dixon dealer. -
Page 46: Deck Leveling
CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE There are four (4) slots that will control the attitude or pitch of the mower deck. The deck should be level or pitched slightly higher in rear. 1. Place the mower on a smooth level surface with front casters positioned towards deck. -
Page 47: Cleaning
SERIAL NUMBERS The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine. Refer to warranty information (Page 16). See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service. WARRANTY PARTS/SERVICE... -
Page 48: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage blades Park brake not on - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - engage park brake Dead battery - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - charge or replace Solenoid - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - consult dealer Ignition switch - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - consult dealer... - Page 49 TROUBLESHOOTING 6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive belt Transmission oil low - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - add oil Damaged transmission - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - consult dealer Transmission bypass may be engaged - - - - disengage (see page 37) 7.
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Page 50: Standard Service Parts List
STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 44" Deck * Hi Lift Fusion Super Hi-Lift Fusion Standard Lift Fusion Gator Fusion Hi-Lift Standard Lift 50" Deck * Hi Lift Fusion Super Hi-Lift Fusion Standard Lift Fusion Gator Fusion Hi-Lift Standard Lift * Factory installed 44"... - Page 51 Mower Model Number _____________________________ Mower Serial Number _____________________________ Purchased From ________________________________ DATE OIL CHANGED ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ Dixon ~401 North Commerce Street~Beatrice, NE~68310 ~402-223-1000~Fax 402-223-1053 ________________________________ ________________________________ DATE ENGINE TUNED _____________________ _____________________ _____________________ _____________________ _____________________ _____________________ _____________________...
- Page 52 WARNING DIXON 401 Commerce Street Beatrice, NE 68310 Dixon and ZTR® are registered trademarks of Dixon The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Ram Series...