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Dixon ZTR 2560 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Model 2560 Model 2560 Model 2560 Model 2560 Model 2560 Model Year 2004 Model Year 2004 Model Year 2004 Model Year 2004 Model Year 2004 ZTR®...

  • Page 2: Important - Read Carefully

    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 the operator’s manual carefully...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    I N D E X Page Safety....... . 4-12 Warranty Policy......13 Specifications.

  • Page 4: Safety

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

  • Page 5: Safety Alert Symbol

    Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow 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. WARNING (highlighted in orange) indicates a potentially...

  • Page 6: General Operation

    Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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. •Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
  • Page 7 GENERAL OPERATION (continued) : •Turn off blades when not mowing. •Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog- ging chute. •Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. •Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. •Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

  • Page 8: Slope Operation

    All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, •Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. •Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc .
  • Page 9 DO (CONTINUED) •Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope. •If front wheels lift off the ground, pull the levers back to stabilize the mower. DO NOT • Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
  • Page 10 CHILDREN: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to lawn mowers NEVER assume children will stay •Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. •Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
  • Page 11 SERVICE: •Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke while refueling. Never refuel the mower indoors.

  • Page 12: Safety

    SERVICE (continued): •Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic. •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. •Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up.

  • Page 13: Warranty Policy

    INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS. 1. Home Owner Application: Dixon Model 2560 used only at owner’s primary place of residence is warranted for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. Frame, body panels and fenders are warranted for the life of the mower.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    S P E C I F I C A T I O N S CHASSIS: Folded sheet metal and rectangular tube BODY: Folded sheet metal SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with suspension system and padded back and arm rests. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: Deck is made of 10 GA fabricated welded construction with 7 GA reinforcement plates.

  • Page 15: Seat Adjustment Instructions

    SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Model 2560 Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. Slide seat forward or backward. Release seat slide adjuster. Seat Slide Adjuster...

  • Page 16: Controls

    CONTROLS...

  • Page 17: Control Levers

    CONTROL LEVERS Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. TO GO FORWARD: •From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward. •To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARD: •From neutral position, gently pull both control levers toward you.

  • Page 18: Throttle Control Lever

    CHOKE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on control panel to operator’s right. • Used to start a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on contol panel to operator’s right. • Controls engine speed, slow to maximum. • While moving, throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine &...

  • Page 19: Blade Drive

    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 the operator. Controls the cutting height. Ten positions of adjustment.

  • Page 20: Operation Instructions

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the ZTR Model 2560 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 with- out complete knowledge of all controls and their functions.

  • Page 21: Before Operating Mower

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING MOWER: 1. Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual. 2. Read engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions. 3. Discuss proper maintenance with your dealer. 4. Check engine oil. 5. Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place. 6.

  • Page 22: Testing Of Safety Interlock Systems

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly. Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipped with control interlocks for your safety. 1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start.

  • Page 23: Electric Clutch

    Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch switch. Raise weight slightly off of seat. ENGINE SHOULD STOP. 3. 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 24 6. Engine must be operated at wide open or maximum setting to ensure adequate lubrication, cooling and cut quality of the mower deck. Note: Model ZTR 2560 will require a slightly longer warm up period using partial choke settings.

  • Page 25: Starting Instructions

    3. Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maxi- mum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. Note: Model ZTR 2560 may require a partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time.
  • Page 26 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 on Page 40-41. CAUTION 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting.
  • Page 27 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 28 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (UNLOCK TRANSMISSION): Always turn off engine before engaging or disengag- ing the hydro release (free wheel) valves. Never attempt to move the valves with the engine running. The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat, between the fuel tank and hydro pumps.

  • Page 29: Care & Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool, remove key & 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. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE •Check crankcase oil level...before each use •Clean grass from hydrostat fans &...

  • Page 30: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE E N G I N E : For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius mower information packet. Note: Air intake screen must be kept clean.

  • Page 31: Mower Blades

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION MOWER BLADES: Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpen blades, proceed as follows. Remove bolt and flat washer mounting blade on shaft. Remove blade. Blades should be discarded when worn excessively.

  • Page 32: Hydrostatic Transmissions

    V-BELTS: There are 3 v-belts on your Dixon Zero Turning Radius Mower. They should be checked every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be in poor condition. Fill...
  • Page 33 W A R R A N T Y : See information on Page 13 of this manual, or refer to the Warranty Registration Form in your Owner’s Pack. PARTS AND SERVICE: See your Dixon Dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service.
  • Page 34 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE: Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmisison oil reser- voir after every 25 hours of usage. Clean the oil reser- voir cap and the area around it prior to removal. Check the oil level. Oil should be approximately 1-3/8” below top of oil tank.

  • Page 35: Procedure For Raising And Lowering The Deck For Servicing

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK FOR SERVICING: A . Move cut height adjustment lever to lowest position. B. Flip up the foot deck to allow access to the en- gine to deck drive belt. Roll the engine to deck drive belt off the center spindle.
  • Page 36 CARE AND MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 37 CARE AND MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 38: Care & Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE LEVELING THE DECK: 1. Set the tire pressure on all 4 tires. 2. Front casters must be rotated in the direction of forward travel. 3. Move the tractor to a hard level surface. 4. Put the mower deck in the number 3 deck height position.

  • Page 39: Standard Service Parts List

    Some applications, extreme dirt conditions, or the use of a grass catcher may require that the engine used on the Model ZTR 2560 be fitted with an optional Kohler fresh air filter system. Check with your engine service center for availability.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage blades Blown fuse- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -replace fuse Dead battery- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -charge or replace Solenoid- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -consult dealer...
  • Page 41 TROUBLESHOOTING 6. ENGINE OVERHEATED Air intake screen or fins clogged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -clean intake screen and fins Oil level too low or too high- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -adjust oil level Running engine too slow- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - run engine faster Fuel mixture too lean- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - consult dealer Improper ignition timing- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - consult dealer...
  • Page 42 NOTES...

  • Page 43: Model

    DATE OIL CHANGED: ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ ___________________ DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT International Inc. Co. P.O. Box 1569 Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945 620-251-2000 FAX 620-251-4117 Name ________________________________ Address ______________________________ DATE ENGINE TUNED: __________________ ___________________...
  • Page 44 ZTR®Mowers W W W W W ARNING: ARNING: ARNING: ARNING: ARNING: Dixon® and ZTR® are registered trademarks of DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT International Inc. Co. P.O. Box 1569 Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945 620-251-2000 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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