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Dixon ZTR 6000 series Operator's Manual

Dixon ZTR 6000 series Operator's Manual

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1998 Operator's Manual
6000
SERIES
FORWARD MOUNT

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  • Page 1 1998 Operator's Manual 6000 SERIES FORWARD MOUNT...
  • 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INDEX SAFETY ............Pages WARRANTY POLICY ........Page SPECIFICATIONS ..........Page SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS..Page CONTROLS ............Pages 13-16 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS .......Pages 17-21 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ......Pages 22-34 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST .....Page TROUBLESHOOTING ........Pages 36-37 6000 Series Forward Mount Part No. 13090-0700 Page 3...

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... BLADE CONTACT TIP-OVER RUNOVER BACK-OVER ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Page 4...

  • Page 5: Safety Alert Symbol

    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 Warning Caution Page 5...

  • Page 6: General Operation

    SAFETY This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet, and throwing objects. 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. •...
  • Page 7 SAFETY SLOPE OPERATION: Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it! Do not Do not Do not...
  • Page 8 SAFETY CHILDREN: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity. NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. •...

  • Page 9: Safety

    SAFETY 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.

  • Page 10: Warranty Policy

    DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS Models 6000 & 7000 WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. Commercial Application: Dixon mowers used for commercial application are warranted for 1 year from the date of purchase or 400 hours whichever comes first.

  • Page 11: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS 6000 Series Forward Mount Page 11...

  • Page 12: Seat Adjustment Instructions

    SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 6000 Series Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. Slide seat forward or backward. Release seat slide adjuster. Page 12...

  • Page 13: Controls

    CONTROLS CONTROL LOCATIONS Steering Controls Parking Brake Lever Blade Clutch Switch Choke Ignition Key Engine Throttle Light Switch Blade Height Adjust Lever Page 13...

  • Page 14: Parking Brake

    CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. CAUTION TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at right hand side of mower.

  • Page 15: Throttle Control Lever

    CONTROLS (LEFT TURN OPPOSITE) 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.
  • Page 16 CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: CIRCUIT BREAKER: MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Page 16...

  • Page 17: Operation Instructions

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS NEVER TOWING BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1. Read engine manufacturer's operating and maintenance instructions. 2. Discuss proper maintenance with your dealer. 3. Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual. 4. Check engine oil. 5.
  • Page 18 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 18...
  • Page 19 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS warm up wide open or maximum wide open or maximum Note REAR TIRE TRANSMISSION RELEASE VALVE FREEWHEEL LEVER Page 19...
  • Page 20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS wide open or maximum wide open or maximum CAUTION Always turn engine off when leaving mower. Page 20...

  • Page 21: Operation Instructions

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet. Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean. Maintain sharp blade(s) throughout the cutting season. Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50% to 80% Page 21...

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool, remove key and 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.
  • Page 23 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE: Note: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously damaged by over heating. CAUTION BATTERY OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE: TIRES: Page 23...

  • Page 24: Mower Blades

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION MOWER BLADES NEW BLADE DANGEROUS! When notch starts discard blade 25 Degrees V-BELTS: Page 24...
  • Page 25 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: CHECKING & REPLENISHING OIL IN HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION Hydrostatic Transmission Oil Reservoir Hydrostatic Transmission Filter Please dispose of used oil at proper collection centers - protect your environment Page 25...

  • Page 26: Parking Brake Adjustment

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT CASTLE NUT COTTER PIN .010 gap between brake disc and brake puck HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION: SCALPER ROLLER BOLTS Page 26...
  • Page 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT Motor Pulley Tension Adjust Bolt Hydrostatic Drive Belt Idler Pulley Hydrostatic Drive Pulley Cooling Fins Page 27...
  • Page 28 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS Page 28...
  • Page 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (continued): ACCESS HOLE FENDER CAP REVERSE STOP SETSCREW FORWARD STOP SETSCREW ROD END BALL JOINT LH LOCKNUT TURN THIS ROD TO ADJUST NEUTRAL UPPER LINKAGE ASSEMBLY SETSCREW USED TO RH LOCKNUT ADJUST FORWARD TRACKING LOOSEN BOLT ON LINKAGE Page 29...
  • Page 30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE TILTING THE DECK (see diagram-page 31) LOWER AND REATTACH THE DECK (see diagram-page 31) Page 30...
  • Page 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE FOOT DECK IN VERTICAL POSITION FOOT DECK LOCKING DEVICE DOWN HANGER IN USE THIS HANDLE TO HELP ENGAGED POSITION DISENGAGE DOWN HANGER ANTI-BUCK CYLINDER QUICK RELEASE PIN (deck lift handle) QUICK RELEASE PIN LIFT CORNER OF DECK (anti-buck cylinder) MIDDLE HOLE ON ANTI-BUCK...
  • Page 32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHECKING DECK DRIVE GEARBOX FLUID LEVEL: CHANGING THE FLUID IN DECK DRIVE GEARBOX: DRAIN PLUG HEX HEAD PLUG GEARBOX Page 32...

  • Page 33: Leveling The Deck

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE LEVELING THE DECK: Lift Spring Rod Lift Spring Clevis Pin Tension Adjust Bolt Page 33...

  • Page 34: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE BLADE TIP DISCHARGE SIDE DECK SPINDLE BELT DIAGRAM Page 34...

  • Page 35: Standard Service Parts List

    STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST Protect OPTIONAL Kohler fresh air filter system. Page 35...

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WON'T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------disengage blades Drive not in neutral ----------------------------------------------------------------move steering control levers to neutral "OUT " position Blown fuse -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------replace fuse Dead battery ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------charge or replace Solenoid -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------consult dealer Ignition switch -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------consult dealer Starter ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------consult dealer ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START No gas...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE SOMETIMES SKIPS AT HIGHER SPEED Incorrect ignition timing ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Consult dealer --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Readjust carburetor Carburetor maladjusted -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Check spark plug or condition and reset gap* Faulty spark plugs ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Slow down on rough terrain Bouncing off seat safety switch ENGINE OVERHEATED Air intake screen or fins clogged -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Clean Intake screen and fins Fuel mixture too lean ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Consult dealer...
  • Page 38 NOTES Page 38...
  • Page 39 OWNER INFORMATION DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117 Name Address Page 39...
  • Page 40 The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to WARNING: the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ® ® DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. 6000 Series A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. 6022 PO BOX 1569 Part No. 13090-0700...

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