Dixon Zeeter 14295-0804 User's Manual
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1. 2 Run Over Back Over SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol BE ALERT to the potential for injury Follow the recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices DANGER A 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 hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION highlighted in yellow indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices A CAUTION Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in this 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 Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Mower blades can throw rocks or other debris Do not operate the mower with2. Watch for holes ruts roots and bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the mower Tall grass can hide such obstacles Use slow speed Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death SLOPE OPERATION continued DO continued Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Use extreme caution when operating the mower with attachments to prevent tip over or roll over If front wheels lift off the ground pull levers back to stabilize the mower Discontinue mowing the slope Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death SLOPE OPERATION continued DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Rapid uphill turns may cause tip over Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embank ments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the ground Do not use grass catcher or other attachments on s
3. ZEETER Safety Instructions amp Operator s Manual Model Year 2005 IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY Dixon amp ZTR mower is both easy 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 this Operator s Manual carefully It contains valuable information that is necessary for the safe operation of the machine Observe all safety rules and become completely familiar with the controls The information contained in this manual applies to all Dixon amp ZEETER mowers See your authorized Dixon dealer for warranty service parts and repairs or to answer any questions you may have about your new Dixon amp ZTR TABLE OF 5 Page SAFETY amp WARNING 4 15 WARRANT 16 SPECIFICATIONS e ind cd 17 CONTROLS scs 1822 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 23 33 CARE amp 34 45 TROUBLESHOOTING nen 4647 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 48 ZEETER Part Number 14295 0804 SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander Please read and understand this manual to prevent injuries NS Blade 0
4. 45 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 ENGINE WON T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged disengage blades Parking brake noton Circuit breaker trips reset breaker Dead charge or replace Solen id consult dealer Ignition switch consult dealer MIC consult dealer 2 ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON T START No fuel refuel and or clean or replace fuel filters 3 HARD TO START ENGINE Fuel line clogged clean fuel line and check fuel filter Faulty fuel consult dealer 4 ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT Water in fuel drain old fuel replace with new fuel Clogged fuel line check fuel filter Fuel tank vent plugged clean fuel vent Faulty fuel pump consult dealer 5 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 46 TROUBLESHOOTING 6 ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken slippin
5. especially on first cuttings or if the lawn is heavily fertilized 5 Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet Mulching performance will be very poor in wet grass conditions 6 Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season This is very important Optimal mulching performance cannot be obtained with a dull or nicked up blade 26 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT continued 7 Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Remove all grass and dirt build up from the underside of the pan the baffles and deflectors after each use Never under any circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still turning 8 Alternate mower direction This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower does not seem to be satisfactory try one or more of the following tips a Raise the height of cut setting on your mower b It may be necessary to cut your grass more frequently C Operate the mower at a slower ground speed d Overlap cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass e Mow across the marginal areas a second time f CUT HIGH MOW OFTEN 27 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 th
6. instructions may result in personal injury wARNING Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacles which might hit the catcher top while turning or backing the mower Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass bags into the frame or hot exhaust muffler of the engine Fire could result Disengage blade and stop engine prior to clearing grass from either the discharge chute or grass catcher components not operate the mower with the grass catching attachment partially removed Operator or bystanders could be injured by thrown objects Keep all attachment bolts tight Do Not leave clippings in the bags while the mower is stored Damp grass clippings are a fire hazard if left in the bag 29 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 A CAUTION To avoid personal injury be sure that the deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting 2 Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet Wet grass will clog the underside of the deck and discharge area 3 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 swa
7. not ride the mower when loading and unloading WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATION continued Protect your eyes Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury To protect against possible tip over follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights and counterweights Maintain or replace safety amp instruction labels as needed The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 8 WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death 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 feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon never up or down This will decrease the risk of tip over Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs wires and other foreign objects that can be thrown by mower blades
8. observe the following instructions may result in personal injury Before performing any maintenance turn off engine allow to cool amp remove key 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 eCheck deck drive after 20 hours break in eCheck crankcase oil before each use Clean grass amp debris from muffler amp manifold area before each use eCheck air intake after each use Clean grass under after each use eCheck tire every 10 hours Inspect blades for every 10 hours Clean air filter every 25 hours Grease all every 50 hours Gheck all Belts 2 2 roter tt tene tege every 50 hours Change engine crankcase 5 hours break in every 50 hours Change engine oil every 50 hours Replace air filter element annually or every 100 hours 32 CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANC
9. on its own axis ZERO TURNING RADIUS Each lever controls one side of the mower Note The pressure required to operate the mower is very light TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable Limit loads to 250 pounds or less with this mower 21 CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE Located to the left of the operator To engage the mower blade turn lever on floor slowly to the ON position To disengage mower blade turn lever to the OFF position THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting Throttle control should be setto MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed while mowing MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER Located to the left of the operator Controls the cutting height positions of adjustment Move lever in and forward to lower Move lever in and back to raise Note Always use high for transport 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the ZEETER M mower will depend upon the operator having the correct knowl edge 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 contro
10. E CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety Wear heavy thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade avoid the sharp edge of the blade Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation Observe proper blade position prior to removal 1 2 Loosen blade bolt and remove Whenreplacing blade tighten Safely raise front of mower Hold or block blade from turning PILOT blade blade bolt securely Refer to diagram Be sure blade is centered on pilot before tightening nut to 60 ft Ibs Blades should be discarded when worn excessively DO NOT USE BLADE IN THIS New Blade gt CONDITION When notch starts discard blade 33 DANGEROUS For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer included in your Zero Turn Radius mower information packet Battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte which A CAUTION is poisonous and corrosive BATTERY This is a maintenance free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked Charge battery if required OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE DO NOT remove battery from mower Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water Identify each cable so they can be reconnected to the correct terminal Disconnect cables from te
11. ND WORK MANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION used only atowner s primary place of residence a 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 b Attachments marketed through or approved by Dixon Industries Inc are warranted fortwo years parts and labor in residential use applications NOT APPROVED FOR COMMERCIAL USE All Dixon warranty must be accomplished by authorized Dixon dealers and in accordance with Dixon warranty policy and allowances All warranty claims must be submitted to Dixon Industries for approval Warranty applies to new and unused mowers and is transferable within the stated time frame to a second owner Warranty labor reimbursementto dealers based on published Dixon flat rate schedule Warranty does notapply to damage in transitor incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The use of parts or components other than those supplied by Dixon Industries VOIDS ALL WARRANTY Battery warranty is limited to 90 days from date of purchase Thefollowing items are notcovered by this warranty policy a Routine maintenance or adjustments to include any oils filters or otherfluids
12. NTROLS 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 The engine will stop if the parking brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the right side of the mower To engage brake pull lever up to the rear To release brake move lever forward down Note Always set parking brake before dismounting Release parking brake before moving mower CONTROLS BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read engine manufacturer s operating and maintenance instructions 2 Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual 3 Check engine oil 4 Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place 5 Be sure parking brake is on 6 Be sure mower blade drive is off 7 Know how to stop engine Turn key to off position 20 CONTROLS The Dixon ZEETER has a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers to control braking turning speed and direction Oninitial operation set throttle speed to slow Operate with mower blade in OFF position To avoid over controlling the mower use a light touch on the drive levers Slight movements using fingertip control is all that is necessary TRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEM Allows the mower to turn
13. and DOWN for small children Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe mower operation Never allow children to operate the mower Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death SERVICE Never run a mower inside a closed area or without proper ventilation 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 Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless otherwise specified Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components Replace with original equipment parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap blades or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Batteries contain sulfuric acid To prevent burns avoid contact with skin eyes and clothing 15 mn p c N DIXON ZTR RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICY ZEETER Residential Mower DIXON WARRANTS ITS ZTR MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL A
14. e tips listed below 1 Read and follow the installation instructions that are included with your grass catcher Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet Wet grass will clog both the underside of the deck and the attachment chutes Empty bags often to prevent plugging If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut height selector in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will greatly assist in bagging of the clippings Never under any circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still turning Operate the mower at a slower ground speed than when mowing without a grass catching attachment 28 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT continued 7 Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season Some grass catching attachments require a high lift blade See your dealer for advice on the type of blade s needed for your mower 8 Some mowing applications use of grass catchers may require that an additional weight kit be fitted to the mower to counter the weight of grass in the bags Please consult with your dealer for more information regarding installation and adding weight to the box Failure to observe the following
15. ean above and below deck High pressure washing and alkaline based soaps can cause damage to bearings and other parts of the mower After washing your mower start the engine and engage the mower deck for a few minutes to disperse any water that may have accumulated in bearings pulleys or fans Note Allow mower to cool before washing If bearings are hot they will draw moisture inside as they dry and cause corrosion SERIAL NUMBERS The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine WARRANT Y Refer to warranty information pages 16 PARTS SERVICE See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts warranty or service 37 CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns Allow engine to cool before draining oil CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL 1 The oil drain valve is located on the lower left side of the engine crankcase 2 Placea suitable container under the drain valve 3 Todrain remove plug from 90 degree fitting 4 After engine is drained replace drain plug NOTE Referto engine manufacturer s recommenda tions for frequency of oil changes ENGINE BL 38 HOT oil may cause burns Allow engine to cool before draining oil OIL FILL 1 Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis 2 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recom mended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature NOTE Engine o
16. g replace drive belt Damaged transmission consult dealer 7 MOWERLOSES POWER OR TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS Engine air filter clean or replace Transmission damage consult dealer 8 ENGINE STALLS WHEN BLADES ARE ENGAGED Operator on seat sit on seat Faulty interlock system consult dealer Fauty blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by foreign material clean under deck 9 DRIVE SYSTEM Mower pulls to side check tire inflation adjust control linkage Mower creeps in neutral adjust control linkage Low on power check belt tension 10 CUT QUALITY Cut uneven left to right check tire inflation level deck Ends of grass blades are ragged sharpen blades Poor dispersal of grass clean deck check for loose belt Skips in spots check for loose belt slow ground speed 47 5 5 5 ITR on OWNER S INFORMATION Date of Purchase Mower Model Number Mower Serial Number Purchased From Name Address DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNED Dixon Industries Inc P O Box 1569 Coffey
17. g the negative ground cable make sure all switches are off This decreases the chance of sparking and fire Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass bags into the frame or hot exhaust muffler of the engine Fire could result To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electricity Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When practical remove fuel powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device 13 WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death 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 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 Before and during backing look BEHIND
18. gnition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST Put parking brake in ON position b Engage blade drive switch C Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start SEAT SWITCH TEST a In a safe area away from bystanders start the engine b Engage blade drive switch c Raise slightly off seat Engine should STOP NOTE If any safety check fails do not operate the mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an Authorized Dixon amp Dealer 25 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 the recycled or mulched clippings In order to achieve the best results please read and follow the mulching tips listed below 1 Read and follow the installation instructions that are included with your mulcher 2 Setthe engine speed control to the wide open or full setting 3 Place the mower deck cut height selector in either the top or second notch Never cut more than 3 4 to 1 the grass at any one time Attempting to cut more grass will result in the deck plugging and cause the engine to stall 4 It may be necessary to cut the lawn twice to achieve acceptable mulching performance
19. il changes on the ZEETER M mower will require replacement of the oil filter These filters may be available from your local Dixon Dealer Protect your environment Please dispose of used oils at proper collection centers 39 MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE 14 Place mower on smooth level surface and check tire pressures to insure correct stance Tires should be inflated as follows Front 16 21 lbs Rear 8 14lbs Turn blade so tips align with the deck in a side to side manner Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tip on the discharge side of the mower Retain this measurement Move to the opposite side and check to see if that measurement is the same If adjustment is required turn nut on one or both of the rear L rods until both measurements are equal Turn blade so tips align with the deck in a front to rear manner Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tip at both the front and rear of the blade Rear blade tip should be 1 8 to 1 4 higher than the front blade tip If adjustment is necessary turn nut on front L rod See Illustration A page 41 NOTE This will place the mower deck in a base measurement position Additional adjustment may be required to achieve desired cut for the type of grass or conditions involved 40 REAR L ROD FRONT TURN NUT FRONT TO Illus
20. ls and their functions During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents 23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Parking brake must be on and blade drive disengaged 2 Position throttle lever to 1 2 speed setting If engine is cold position lever to the choke position NOTE Engine may require choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time 3 Insert ignition key and turn to start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position 4 Move throttle from choke to maximum speed position 5 Release parking brake 6 Operate mower per CONTROL instructions on Page 18 A CAUTION not operate the engine in enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced Note When mowing with blades engaged set throttle control to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade Speed 24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS Failure to observe the following testing instructions could result in serious injury or death The following tests should be performed at the start of each mowing day PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST Put parking brake in OFF position b Turn i
21. out either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place This will decrease the possibility of injury from objects being thrown by the mower blades Never carry passengers They may fall off and become seriously injured or interfere with safe operation of the mower Mowing in reverse is not recommended because it is difficult to maintain a clear vision of the mowing path However should it become necessary to back up remember to look down and behind before and while backing 6 Failure observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATION continued Never leave a running mower unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing Injury could occur from contact with moving parts Under no circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still running To avoid personal injury from accidental clutch engage ment stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Slow down before turning to reduce the risk of tip over Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing road Ways Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower into atrailer ortruck Push do
22. rminals ALWAYS discon nect ground cable first and reconnect last Charge battery Note Your Dixon mower comes equipped with a quick disconnect harness for the optional Dixon Battery Manager Dixon Battery Manager maintains the proper charge levels during periods of inactivity and may prevent premature battery failures Contact your dealer for more information 34 LUBRICATION CHASSIS 5 grease zerks LOCATIONS 1 each front wheel caster 1 each front wheel hub 1 each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation or once per season RECOMMENDED Name brand wheel bearing GREASE or multi purpose grease 8 pumps each 35 TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower Check tire pressure periodically Inflate tires to the pressure listed below Front tires 9x3 50 4 16 21 Ibs Rear tires 16x6 50 8 8 14 lbs Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness BELTS Check belts every 50 hours Replace any belts found to be in poor condition BELT TENSION Engine to Transmission Belt P N 7650 Manual adjustment Engine to Mower Deck Belt manual clutch P N 7725 No adjustment required 36 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS Keep all connections clean and tight CLEANING THE MOWER Wash mower periodically Cl
23. teep slopes The added weight may change the stability of the mower thus creating the potential for tip over WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death FIRE HAZARDS Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels They are flammable and vapors are explosive Store all fuel in approved containers specifically designed for that purpose Allow engine to cool before refueling Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running Do not smoke while refueling or operating the mower To reduce fire hazard keep mower free of grass leaves and other debris build up If gasoline is spilled do not attempt to start the engine Move mower away from the area of the spill Do not create any source of ignition until gas vapors have dissipated Wipe up spilled fuel and dispose of waste properly If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately Before storing allow mower to cool Clean fuel and oil spillage Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death FIRE HAZARDS continued To prevent fire or explosion keep sparks and open flames away from battery Keep electrical connections clean and tight Inspect them often Loose connections and corrosion increase fire risk Before disconnectin
24. th with each pass Some applications may require a second cutting 4 Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will allow the clippings to discharge correctly Never under any circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still turning 5 Maintain sharp blade s throughout the cutting season 30 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS HEIGHT amp 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 Keep the underside of the mower deck clean Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season As a rule of thumb never cut off more than 1 3 of the total grass blade length Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50 to 80 The following grass cut heights are based on adequate moisture conditions and normal thatch build up in a healthy lawn Some locations and applications may require slightly different cut heights If in doubt consult your local lawn professional for assistance Grass Types Best Cut Heights Bermudagrass 1 2 Bluegrass 2 9 Buffalograss 112 3 Ryegrass 2 3 Tall Fescue ge Zoysiagrass 1 3 31 WARNING Failure to
25. tration A IllustrationB 41 REAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT Stop engine remove key and set parking CAUTION brake before attempting to adjust the rear chain Proper tension for the rear chains is accomplished through the use of an adjuster located at mid point of each rear chain To adjust tighten the nut on top of the rubber spring until the chain has approximately 1 4 movement up and down when measured at mid point Refer to Illustration B page 41 NOTE Adjust rear drive chains after first 10 hours of use and every 40 hours thereafter NOTE DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CHAIN Maintenance Periodically remove any build up of grass mud or other debris from both the spring loaded roller and the upper guide rod The use of a high quality chain lubri cant is recommended 42 DECK REMOVAL 1 Place cut height lever in lowest cut position 2 Loosen belt keepers 3 Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley 4 Using a slight upward twisting motion remove link from engagement handle 5 Turn handle fully to the left until handle clears stop on moer deck pan Lift handle then remove handle down through hole in lower fender 6 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from one end of deck support cross shaft Note location of remain ing shim washers used between chassis and mower deck pan arms Slide shaft from chassis and moer deck 7 Remo
26. tratton C 4 cycle single cylinder air cooled gasoline vertical shaft aluminum head and block Electric by key switch operation with safety interlocks on parking brake and blade drive Front 9 x 3 50 4 Smooth Tread Rear 16x6 50 8 Turf Saver Front 16 21 PSI Rear 8 14 PSI Fuel 3 quart Engine 1 25 quarts oil Width 32 outside rear wheel measurement Width 40 overall width of deck with deflector Height 31 to top edge of seat Length 65 5 hitch tab to front Weight 390 lbs Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE 17 5 CONTROL LEVERS TO GO FORWARD From neutral position gently push control levers for ward To increase speed move levers further forward TO GO BACKWARDS From neutral position gently pull control levers toward you TURNING Turning is controlled by moving one control lever slightly forward or rearward of the other To turn left move left lever rearward of the right lever To turn right move right lever rearward of the left lever To turn on mower s own axis zero turning radius stop and move one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position BRAKING To brake mower move both levers in direction opposite of travel Ce CH ORTHO ne ege FORWARD FORWARD RIENT REVERSE Ul LEFT TURN OPPOSITE Note The pressure required to operate the mower is very light CO
27. used b Belts blades and tires c Pickup and delivery charges for transportation of mowerto and from an authorized Dixon dealer s place of business d Engines These are covered under a separate warranty by each individual engine manufacturer Consult engine manual for warranty details e Any costs or expense of providing substitute equipment while repair work is being performed on a warranted mower THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED OTHERWISE ALL SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME DURATION AND REMEDIES AS THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ALL LIABILITIES FOR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARE EXCLUDED 16 CHASSIS BODY MOWER DECK BLADE DRIVE TRANSMISSION ENGINE STARTING SYSTEM TIRES RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE CAPACITIES DIMENSIONS SPECIFICATIONS 11 GA welded channel frame All body parts made of rotational molded polyethylene Front body contains access panel for battery service Seat tilts forward to allow transmission service 11 GA stamped steel construction Single cut blade Cut height approximately 1 1 2 4 via 7 position lift handle Mechanical hand lever engagement Each rear wheel is independently driven by chain and sprockets through a friction mechanical drive 11HP Briggs amp S
28. ve hair pin cotter and washer from each deck adjustment rod Carefully push each link to disen gage from deck lift arms At this point deck will drop down 8 Carefully raise and support front of chassis Slide mower deck to eigher side for removal Reverse procedure to reinsall deck assembly 43 DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS Due to both the complex nature of the transmission and the number of special tools required for service adjust ments should be entrusted to your dealer There are a number of simple owner service items which greatly influence the performance of the drive System 1 Front and rear tires must be inflated to proper specifications 2 Rear drive chain tension 3 Tighteness of all controls and linkages pertaining to the drive levers 4 Lubrication of both primary and final drive chains The use of a high quality chain lubricant is highly recommended 44 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST BLADES Hi Lift P N 13928 Standard Lift P N 13927 Gator P N 13929 Factory installed BELTS Engine to Mower Deck P N 7725 Engine to Transmission P N 7650 ENGINE AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Engine Operator s Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Refer to the Engine Operator s Manual or ask your dealer for correct replacement parts
29. ville Ks 620 251 2000 Fax 620 251 4117 FE HCCOME Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks Dixon Industries Inc The engine exhaust from this product contains A wonnine chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DIXON INDUSTRIES INC P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 ZEETER 620 251 2000 Part No 14295 0804
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