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- Page 1 Operator Manual SPDZTR 30 / 966043101 SPDZTR 30 BF / 966064401 Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine.
- Page 2 To implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION ............... 5 MAINTENANCE ............... 33 General ............... 5 Maintenance Schedule ..........33 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...... 5 Battery ..............35 Towing ................. 5 Ignition System ............36 Operating ..............5 Safety System ............36 Good Service .............. 6 Engine Cooling Air Intake ......... - Page 4 WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance.
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Page 5: Introduction
IntRoDUCtIon Congratulations Towing Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. This If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow caution when towing. Never allow children or others in primarily large areas. -
Page 6: Good Service
IntRoDUCtIon Good Service Dixon’s products are sold only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s manual. -
Page 7: Symbols And Decals
symbols anD DeCals These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. - Page 8 symbols anD DeCals Read Shut off engine and Keep a safe Use on slopes No passengers Operator’s remove key before distance from no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10° maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going...
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Page 9: Safety
saFety WARNING! WARNING! THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE This symbol means that important OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET safety instructions need to be AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE emphasized. It concerns your safety. TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. - Page 10 saFety • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
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Page 11: Personal Safety Equipment
saFety Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment. - Page 12 saFety • Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.
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Page 13: Safe Handling Of Gasoline
saFety WARNING! The engine must not be started when the driver’s floor plate or any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed. Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. -
Page 14: General Maintenance
saFety General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. - Page 15 saFety Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. WARNING! Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following...
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Page 16: Transport
saFety • Regularly clean deck and underside of deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water. 8011-514 Regularly clean deck IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING! The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the Escaping hydraulic oil under pressure machine in place during transport. Ensure that can have sufficient force to penetrate the machine is well fastened to the transport the skin, causing serious injury. -
Page 17: Controls
ContRols This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton four- hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering stroke overhead valve engine. -
Page 18: Steering Control Levers
ContRols Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward. -
Page 19: Parking Brake
ContRols Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. -
Page 20: Choke Control
ContRols Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. For cold starts the throttle knob should be pushed forward all of the way. WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors (see the safety instruction). -
Page 21: Fuel Shut Off Valve
Recommended air pressure is 15 psi. (1 bar) Tracking must be checked on a flat and level concrete or blacktop surface. If the unit still does not track straight contact your Dixon workshop for adjustments. -
Page 22: Blade Control Lever
ContRols Blade Control Lever To lower the mower deck and engage the blades, lift the lever up off the lock notch and lower slowly. WARNING! No adjustments or maintenance to be carried out unless: ♦ the engine stopped 8050-016 ♦ the ignition key removed Mower deck blade control lever in the disengaged position ♦... -
Page 23: Training
opeRatIon Steering Read “Safety Instructions” section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. To move forward and backward Training The direction and speed of the mower’s movements is effected by the movement of the control lever(s) Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than on each side of mower. -
Page 24: Before Starting
opeRatIon Before Starting • Read the sections Safety Instructions and Controls before starting the machine. • Perform the daily maintenance before starting (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section). • Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. •... - Page 25 opeRatIon Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. 8050-008 Place controls in neutral position Move the throttle to the middle position. 8050-008 Set the throttle If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pushed forward to its extent. 8050-007 Choke control...
- Page 26 opeRatIon Open the fuel valve. 8050-010 Open the fuel valve Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position STOP 8050-135 Turn to START position When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. IMPORTANT INFORMATION STOP Do not run the starter for more than 5 seconds...
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Page 27: Weak Battery
opeRatIon Slowly slide the choke control back to the middle position when the engine has started. Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, “half throttle” for 3-5 minutes before loading it to heavily. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING (no choke). -
Page 28: Running
opeRatIon Running Release the parking brake by moving the lever downward. NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine. -
Page 29: Operating On Hills
opeRatIon Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions “Driving on Slopes” in the “Safety Instructions”. WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. • The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills. -
Page 30: Mowing Tips
opeRatIon Mowing Tips WARNING! • Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to avoid collisions. Clear the lawn of stones and other objects that can be thrown out by the • Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until blades. -
Page 31: Stopping The Engine
opeRatIon Stopping the Engine Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling. -
Page 32: Manual Transport
opeRatIon Manual Transport When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the EZT Hydrogear bypass linkages. The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. • Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. •... -
Page 33: Maintenance
maIntenanCe Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that an authorized service workshop is recommended to must be performed on the machine. For those points maintain your machine in the best possible condition not described in this manual, visit an authorized and to ensure safe operation. - Page 34 maIntenanCe Maintenance interval Daily least in hours Maintenance Wkly once each Before After year ♦ Check/adjust throttle cable ● ● Check the condition of belts, belt pulleys ♦ ♦ Change the engine oil ♦ ♦ Replace the engine oil filter ♦...
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Page 35: Battery
maIntenanCe Battery Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free Always use protective glasses when battery that does not need servicing. However, handling the battery. periodic charging of the battery with an automotive type battery charger will extend its life. •... -
Page 36: Ignition System
maIntenanCe Ignition System The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition IMPORTANT INFORMATION system. Only the spark plugs require maintenance. Fitting the wrong spark plug type can damage For recommended spark plugs, see Technical Data. the engine. 1. Remove the ignition cable boot and clean around Inadequately tightened spark plugs can the spark plug. -
Page 37: Engine Cooling Air Intake
maIntenanCe Engine Cooling Air Intake Check that the engine’s cooling air intake is free from leaves, grass, and dirt. If the cooling air intake is clogged, engine cooling deteriorates, which can lead to engine damage. The cooling air intakes rotates when the engine is running. -
Page 38: Parking Brake
Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action. To adjust the parking brake, contact the Dixon service workshop. WARNING! Faulty adjustments can result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident. -
Page 39: Ezt Belt
Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft/lbs (60-75 Nm). IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated. 8052-007 Replace with a Dixon bolt if required. 1. Blade 2. Cutter housing Do not use lower grade hardware than 3. Blade bolt (special) specified. -
Page 40: Adjusting The Mower Deck
maIntenanCe Adjusting the Mower Deck WARNING! Before performing any service or adjustment checklist: 1. Engage the parking brake. 2. Place the Blade switch in the disengaged position. 3. Turn ignition switch to “OFF” position and remove the key. 4. Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. 5. -
Page 41: Caster Wheels
maIntenanCe Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours. Check that wheels rotates freely. If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service. Foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty. Removal and installation of caster wheel Remove nut (1) and caster bolt (2). - Page 42 lUbRICatIon 8050-137-1 12/12 Every year Lubricate with grease gun Lubricate with oil can 1/52 Every Week Oil change Level check 1/365 Every day Filter change General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional or the drive surfaces on the belt pulleys. Should this movements during lubrication.
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Page 43: Front Wheel Mount
lUbRICatIon Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each wheel mount, until the grease is forced out. Use only good quality bearing grease. Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies, etc.) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each set of wheel bearings, until the grease is forced out. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
tRoUblesHootInG Problem Cause The engine will not start. Blade lever is engaged. Steering controls are not locked in neutral position. Driver is not sitting in driver’s seat. Parking brake is not activated. Battery is dead. Contamination in carburetor or fuel line. Fuel supply is closed or tap for fuel tank is in wrong position. - Page 45 tRoUblesHootInG Problem Cause The engine seems weak. Clogged air filter. Fouled spark plugs. Carburetor incorrectly adjusted. The engine overheats. Clogged air intake or cooling fins. Engine overloaded. Poor ventilation around engine. Defective engine speed regulator. Soot in the combustion chamber. Too little or no oil in the engine.
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Page 46: Storage
Drain the fuel into purchase year, model, type, and serial number. an approved container outdoors and Always use genuine Dixon spare parts. far away from open flame. Never use An annual checkup at an authorized service workshop gasoline for cleaning. Use a degreaser is a good way to ensure that the machine performs its and warm water instead. -
Page 47: Schematics
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Page 48: Technical Data
teCHnICal Data SPDZTR 30 and SPDZTR 30 BF Engine Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Type Intek Power 16 hp* Lubrication Pressure with oil filter Oil capacity excluding filter 1.5 qts/ 1.4 liters Oil capacity including filter 1.7 qts / 1.6 liters Engine oil (See viscosity diagram) SAE 10W30, 10W30, 5W30, API SF-SJ Fuel... - Page 49 teCHnICal Data Spdztr 30 / 966043101 Frame Cutting Width 30" / 76 cm Cutting Height 1½ - 4" / 3.8 - 10.2 cm Uncut Circle Number of Blades Blade Length 30" / 76 cm Sprung Seat Standard Blade Engagement Belt idler Deck Construction 11 gauge stamped Productivity...
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Page 50: Torque Specifications
teCHnICal Data Torque Specifications Engine crankshaft bolt 50 ft/lb (67 Nm) Standard ¼" fasteners 9 ft/lb (12 Nm) Deck pulley bolts 150 ft/lb (203 Nm) Standard " fasteners 18 ft/lb (25 Nm) Lug nuts 75 ft/lb (100 Nm) Standard " fasteners 33 ft/lb (44 Nm) Blade bolt 90 ft/lb (122 Nm) -
Page 51: Conformity Certificates
ConFoRmIty CeRtIFICates USA requirements CE requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine Vibration data corresponding to Directive 2002/44/EC compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the is given in the Technical Data Section. requirements. This is also applicable to special The Declaration of Conformity is included in the requirements for any of the states, (California emission literature packet. -
Page 52: Warranty
First two years - 100% parts and labor subject to the conditions and limitations described herein for a period of two years from date of purchase by the original owner. 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. -
Page 53: Service Journal
seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Delivery Service Charge battery. Adjust tire pressure of all wheels according to Technical Data. Mount the steering controls in the normal position. Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch. Check that the right amount of oil is in the engine. - Page 54 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After the First 5-8 Hours Change engine oil. 25-Hour Service Check the fuel pump’s air filter. Check the hydraulic system’s oil level. Check the tire pressures. Lubricate the belt adjuster, mower deck. Lubricate the belt adjuster, hydraulic pumps.
- Page 55 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 50-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. Clean/replace the air cleaner’s filter cartridge (paper filter) (shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions). Change engine oil. Lubricate according to lubrication chart. Check/adjust the parking brake. Replace the fuel filter.
- Page 56 seRVICe JoURnal Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign 100-Hour Service Perform the 25-hour service. Perform the 50-hour service. Perform the 100-hour service. Check/adjust the mower deck. Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats. Check the engine valve clearance. Replace the air cleaner’s prefilter (foam).
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