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Dixon ZTR 6601 Operator's Manual

Dixon ZTR 6601 Operator's Manual

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  • 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 and become completely familiar with the controls.
  • Page 4 SAFETY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... Page 1...

  • Page 5: Safety Alert Symbol

    SAFETY SYMBOLS: SAFETY 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

    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: • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the mower indoors.
  • Page 10 This warranty policy applies to all HydroGear mowers or any 50" model, purchased on or after March 1 , 1990. WARRANTY: Dixon Warranty term is for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase or 400 hours of use, whichever occurs first.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    Additional information provided in service instructions under the individual component. SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 6601 11 X 4 X 5 Ribbed Tread 20 X 11 X 8 Turf Tamer AT. 1 6-21lbs. 5 lbs. maximum pressure 72"...

  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment Instructions

    SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 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. Re-tighten front seat adjustment knobs, P/N 3978. DO NOT operate mower without seat adjustments properly tightened.
  • Page 13 CONTROLS Page 10...

  • Page 14: Parking Brake

    PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake used on the Model ZTR 6601 is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine.
  • Page 15 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 16: Blade Drive

    BLADE DRIVE: Located on control panel, on operator's right. To engage the mower blades, lift switch up lightly and push forward. To disengage blades, pull switch backward. Switch is clearly marked "on and off". CIRCUIT BREAKER: Located on control panel, on operator's right. Protection of the electrical system is by (1) 15 amp circuit breaker.

  • Page 17: Before Operating Mower

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Model ZTR 6601 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 18: Testing Of Safety Interlock Systems

    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 15...

  • Page 19: Starting Instructions

    6. Engine must be operated at wide open or maximum setting to insure adequate lubrication, cooling and cut quality of the mower deck. NOTE: Model ZTR 6601 will Cold Engine require a slightly longer warm up period using partial choke settings.
  • Page 20 CAUTION NOTE: Engine has been operated. Model ZTR 6601 may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time. DO NOT operate the engine in an enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced.
  • Page 21 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 35. 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. 2.

  • Page 22: 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 23: Cutter Blade 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. NOTE: Be sure blade is centered on pilot before tightening bolt to 60 ft. l bs. torque. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharp edge of the blade.

  • Page 24: Belt Tension

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE BELT TENSION ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT: No adjustment required. Correct belt tension is maintained through a fixed engine location and a spring loaded idler system. A pulsing movement of the belt idler will be observed both during engagement of the electric blade clutch and actual operation of the mower deck.

  • Page 25: Fuel Shut Off Valve

    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 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE REAR WHEELS: The rear wheels of the Model ZTR 6601 are of an "offset" center design to both compliment the articulation of the mowing deck and to provide stability when mowing on sloped ground. REAR TIRES: Tread Design:...
  • Page 27 Page 23...

  • Page 28: Drive System

    IMPORTANT: Protect your investment: Use Dixon P/N 5565 hydrostatic transmission oil filter ONLY. The use of generic filters on the hydrostatic transmission oil system is not recommended. While any number of automotive filters may fit...

  • Page 29: Changing The Engine Oil

    3. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature. NOTE: Engine oil changes on the Model ZTR 6601 will require replacement of the oil filter. These filters can be obtained from any authorized Kohler engine dealer.
  • Page 30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE DECK LEVELING AND HEIGHT ADJUSTING PROCEDURE 1. On the right side of the machine, the tie bar between the lift arms should be adjusted so there is 20-1/2" between clevis eyes. If adjustment is necessary, loosen jam nuts on both ends of the bar, and turn bar by hand until 20-1/2"...
  • Page 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS: 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 pla te 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 32: Parking Brake Cable Adjustment

    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 33: Neutral Adjustment

    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 t end to creep or move prior to adjustment.
  • Page 34 CARE AND MAINTENANCE FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENTS: 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 35 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 36: Service Intervals

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICE SERVICE INTERVALS: OIL REQUIREMENTS: RECOMMENDED OIL WEIGHT: « 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.

  • Page 37: Warranty

    The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine, it will begin with DM. Refer to Warranty Registration Form (P/N 8289). See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service. ANIMALS IN YOUR AREA Air Pressure 16-21 Ibs.

  • Page 38: Standard Service Parts List

    IMPORTANT: Some applications, extreme dirt conditions, or the use of a grass catcher may require that the engine used on the Model ZTR 6601 be fitted with an OPTIONAL Kohler fresh air filter system. Listed below are the Kohler kit numbers required to adapt these components to the engine.

  • Page 39: 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 CAUSES...
  • Page 40 Incorrect or worn drive belt TROUBLESHOOTING REMEDY Consult your dealer for repair Replace with correct Dixon P/N 5565 filter Consult your dealer for repairs Continued attempted operation may result in damage to the system Consult your dealer for repairs Refer to adjustment procedure page 28.

  • Page 41: Electrical System

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SITUATION CAUSES Circuit breaker engaged Starter will not turn engine over Dead battery Starter will not turn engine over Battery discharge Poor connections on battery Battery water low Wrong battery installed in mower Battery discharge Engine electrical system not functioning correctly Battery discharge Engine being operated...
  • Page 42 6601 T-Box/Hydro/Gearbox...
  • Page 43 6601 Gearbox...
  • Page 44 6601 Mower Deck...
  • Page 45 6601 Chassis...
  • Page 46 6601 Fuel/Hydro Tanks & Fittings...
  • Page 47 6601 Body...
  • Page 48 6601 Wiring...
  • Page 49 NOTES...

  • Page 50: Owner Information

    DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC A BLOUNT COMPANY AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 O945 316 251 2OOO FAX 316 251 4117 OWNER INFORMATION DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM Name Address MOWER SERIAL NUMBER DATE OIL CHANGED:...
  • Page 51 Dixon Industries, inc. A BLOUNT International, Inc. company P.O. Box 1569 Coffeyville KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc. Part No. 8946 September 1995...

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