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- Page 2 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, and become completely familiar with the controls.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SAFETY...Pages 1 - 6 WARRANTY POLICY ...Page SPECIFICATIONS ...Page SEAT ADJUSTMENT...Page CONTROLS...Pages 11 -14 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS...Pages 15-22 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...Pages 23-37 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST ...Page 38 - 39 TROUBLESHOOTING ...Pages 40 - 43 Part No. 5749 January 1998 mn1/98 MY98 INDEX 8- 9... - Page 4 RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander.. read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Page 2...
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Page 5: Safety
SAFETY SYMBOLS: 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. -
Page 6: General Operation
This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects. 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. •... -
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 activity. NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen. — • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. •...
- Page 9 SERVICE: • DRINK/CUP HOLDER located on left rear fender is for transporting or carrying ONLY! Mower usage requires that both hands be free to control individual levers. DO NOT attempt operation of mower with any type of container or other object in either hand. •...
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Page 10: Warranty Policy
6. The following items are not covered by this warranty policy: (a) Pick up and delivery charges for transportation of mower to and from an Authorized Dixon Dealer's place of business, (b) Routine maintenance or adjustments, (c) Belts / cutting blades /... -
Page 11: Specifications
CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube Two piece - made of rotational molded polyethylene. Front body contains BODY: access panels for battery service and engine to mower deck belt removal. Rear body tilts up to allow service on the entire drive system. Designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell foam padded SEAT: back and arm rests, upholstered with Cordura™... -
Page 12: Specifications
Additional information provided in service instructions under the individual NOTE: component. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 5020 11 X 4 X 5 smooth profile 20 X 1 0.5 X 8 Multi Trac 16-21 Ibs. 8- 14 Ibs. 54"(42" Deck), 60"(50" Deck), 73"(60"Deck) 45"... -
Page 13: Seat Adjustment
SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Models ZTR 5424 - ZTR 5020: Place parking brake in ON position. (Pull brake lever up) Raise and push seat assembly and upper body rearward. Loosen two front seat adjustment knobs, P/N 3978, and slide seat forward or backward to desired position. - Page 14 Page 12...
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Page 15: Controls
PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake used on the Estate Series Models is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. Engage parking brake before starting engine. Do not leave engine running for extended periods of time without the parking brake engaged. - Page 16 TO GO FORWARD: From neutral position, gently push both drive levers forward. To increase speed, move levers farther forward. TO GO BACKWARD: From neutral position, gently pull both drive levers toward you. TURNING: Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of the right lever.
- Page 17 Located to the right and front of operator. Controls the cutting height. Seven positions of adjustment, Model ZTR 5424. Eight positions of adjustment, Model ZTR 5020. Move lever in and forward to lower. Move lever in and back to raise.
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Page 18: Operation Instructions
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Estate Series Models 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 19 ON position. 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 17...
- Page 20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Push choke control lever fully forward. 2. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position. 4.
- Page 21 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting. 2. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position. 3. Move throttle control lever to wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck.
- Page 22 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 of the recycled or mulched clippings. In order to achieve the best results, please read and follow the mulching tips listed below: Set the engine speed control to the wide open or full setting.
- Page 23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT: In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment, please read and follow the tips listed below. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet.
- Page 24 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 40. 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. 2.
- Page 25 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS DECKROLLERS: Purpose: The spring loaded deck rollers located at the front corners of the mower deck are designed as an aid to limit turf scalping when mowing on uneven ground. Height: Normal height settings as installed at the factory allows each roller to ride slightly above the turf.
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Page 26: Care And Maintenance
Please remember that if you are in doubt as to the correct service procedures to be followed, these and other service situations can be handled by a Dixon ZTR dealer who is familiar with the service of your mower. -
Page 27: Care And Maintenance
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: NOTE: Observe proper blade position prior to removal. 1. Safely raise front of mower. 2. Hold or block blade from turning. 3. Loosen blade nut and remove blade. Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharp edge of the blade. - Page 28 ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT: Model ZTR 5424 Model ZTR 5020 The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held in proper tension by springs which push the deck assembly forward and do not require any additional adjustment to be made.
- Page 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE: A fuel shut off valve is located at the bottom rear of each fuel tank. Always turn the valve to the "OFF" position when the mower is stored or not in use. LUBRICATION CHASSIS: LOCATIONS: SERVICE INTERVALS:...
- Page 30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE SERIES REAR WHEELS: The rear wheels of all Estate Series models are of an "offset" center design to allow "reversed" installation for using snow chains or to gain increased stability when mowing on sloped ground. Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
- Page 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1. The "snap lock" oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase. 2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The fitting of a short piece of hose to the valve will help direct the oil.
- Page 32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK INSTALLATION: Brake link (P/N 5283) normally used for installation of engine to mower deck drive belt, has been placed in position during assembly of the lift frame at the factory. For shipment purposes, the brake link has been secured with a cotter pin and washer.
- Page 33 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK INSTALLATION: 1. Loosen and remove front body mounting bolts (P/N 3368) and washers (P/N 3066). Disconnect headlight wiring plug from wiring harness. Lift front body from chassis. 2. Install rear hanger rods on lift frame. Slide lift plate on hanger rods, small holes in lift plate will face rear of mower, and start nylok nuts on each hanger rod until approximately 1/2 inch of threads are exposed.
- Page 34 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: There are a total of (4) threaded adjusters which will control the attitude or pitch of the mower deck. The adjusters have lock nuts on the bottom which can be turned up or down to raise or lower the front and rear of the mower deck.
- Page 35 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Adjustment of the drive system is limited to the actual function of the hydrostatic transmissions as outlined below. T-BOX TO HYDROSTAT BELT ADJUSTMENT: Tighten the (2) J-bolts on the T-box mounting plate until each belt has 1/8th to 1/4th of an inch free play or movement at a mid-point between the pulleys on the hydrostats and T-box.
- Page 36 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT: Position parking brake lever in the off or disengaged position. This will allow the belt idler used on the engine to T-box to swing fully and apply tension to the belt. At this time, check that the cable which pulls the idler to a neutral position has approximately 1-1/2 to 2 inches of free play.
- Page 37 CARE AND MAINTENANCE NEUTRALADJUSTMENT: Swing upper control levers out into the neutral slots. Raise upper body to the fully open position. Start engine and disengage parking brake. Caution should be used when releasing parking brake as mower may tend to creep or move prior to adjustment.
- Page 38 CARE AND MAINTENANCE FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENTS & CORRECT LEVER INSTALLATION Stop engine, move levers to drive position, lightly push each upper control lever forward until a resistance is felt on the lever. At this time, check that the forward lever stops on the bottom of each lever are hitting the stop blocks.
- Page 39 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT Electric clutches require periodic Air Gap adjustments to extend the life of the clutch. Listed below is both an Air Gap adjustment procedure and an Ohms test to check for a faulty coil within the clutch. No replacement parts are available to repair a faulty assembly.
- Page 40 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICE SERVICE INTERVALS: OIL REQUIREMENTS: RECOMMENDED OIL WEIGHT: Page 38 1 . Initial oil and filter service - 50 hours. 2. Every 250 hours thereafter. Any high quality engine oil with an API classification of SG/CD is recommended.
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Page 41: Care And Maintenance
The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine, it will begin with DM. Refer to Warranty Registration Form (P/N 5741). See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service. ANIMALS IN YOUR AREA Air Pressure 16-21 Ibs. -
Page 42: Standard Service Parts List
BLADES: BELTS: ESTATE MODEL 50" DECK: BLADES: BELTS: ESTATE MODEL 60" DECK: BLADES: BELTS: ESTATE MODELS ZTR 5424 - ZTR 5020: Hydrostatic Transmission Filter: Page 40 Standard: Hi-Lift: Engine To Mower Deck: Serpentine Belt: Engine To T-Box: T-Box To Hydros: Grass Blower... -
Page 43: Standard Service Parts List
Refer to engine manufacturers manual for recommendations regarding frequency of service required for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance. Protect your engine investment, use only original equipment filters. Model ZTR 5424: 17HP Model ZTR 5020: 20HP Pre-Cleaner Foam Element Cartridge Air Cleaner Engine Oil Filter... -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Examination of one or more of the above will generally produce a quality cut. The Troubleshooting Chart suggests practices and adjustments that may be helpful in improving cut quality. Your Dixon ZTR dealer is also available to provide assistance to you. SITUATION Ground speed... - Page 45 . • - " • '. CAUSES Drive adjustment Consult your dealer for repair Incorrect oil filter Replace with correct Dixon P/N 5565 filter installed on system Consult your dealer for repairs Hydrostatic Continued attempted operation transmissions are "air may result in damage to the locked", low or no oil...
- Page 46 TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SITUATION Starter will not turn engine over Starter will not turn engine over Battery discharge Battery discharge Battery discharge NOTE: Electrical system failures are generally simple in nature, always check the obvious first and then move onto the more complicated parts used. Poor battery service, loose connections, corrosion, frayed or broken wiring, are more likely than component failure.
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Page 47: Owner Information
INFORMATION DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM Name Address DATE OIL CHANGED: DATE ENGINE TUNED: DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117...