Dixon 539 131188 Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. A TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES is but ib edunt MEME RUN CARTON Essen gyrsppseeo T ASSEMBLY rissa asan uid tnb ai IM ut MU re MEC OPERATION M M ee CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES kun esa hrs pere ores aa SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury e DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher unless the front weights are installed e Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust engine parts and burn Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause buildup to occur Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine Allow machine to cool before storage Il 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 e Mow up and down slopes 10 Max not across e Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc e Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain2. could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Choose a low speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments These can change the stability of the machine e Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope DANGER RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH GENERAL OPERATION Read understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Clear the area of objects such as rocks stones toys wire etc which could be picked up and thrown by the blades Be sure the area is clear of all people and pets before mowing Stop the machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers or children even with blades off Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not direct it towards anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the guard in place Slow down before turning Never leave the machine unattended when the engine is running Always turn off the blades set the parking brake sto
3. fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe ma chine operation Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision IV SERVICE The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your mower or performing any adjustments or repairs We recommend a wide vision safety mask over spectacles or standard safety glasses SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A Axcaution In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up transporting adjusting or making repairs always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug A WARNING DO NOT tow any trailers etc with this mower They may jackknife or over turn causing damage to the mower and possibly serious injury to the operator A WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm A WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals know to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling NEVER allow children to operate the machine Be sure the area is clear of oth
4. mower engine off A WARNING DO NOT operate mower unless container is properly installed Container is subject to wear and deterioration check containers frequently replace when cracked or dam aged Use only a recommended replace ment container ASSEMBLY LOWER CHUTE FLEX HOSE 1 Attach the chute latches on both sides of the 1 Slide flex hose onto open end of the lower lower chute as shown chute 2 Thread hose clamp around flex hose and chute Pull tight 3 Push opposite end of the flex hose through gasketed hole in grass catcher cover Bend flex hose end downwards towards grass catcher containers Note The length of the hose may be cut for best fit 2 Slide the bracket extension into the slot on the lower chute Pull latches down and attach hooks into the holes on deck tabs BEND HOSE DOWNWARDS F TOWARDS BAGS DECK TAB DECK TAB LATCH ASSEMBLY 11 ASSEMBLY Jy WEIGHTS 1 Center the weight box on the front face of foot plate as illustrated Use the holes in weight box as a template to mark and drill four 1 32 diameter holes in foot plate 2 Attach the weight box to foot plate with four 5 16 18 x Ye carriage bolts and 5 16 nyloc nuts 3 Install weight in weight box A CAUTION DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher unless the front weights are installed P d INSTALL WEIGHT BW DA IN BOX n OPERATION Avoid cutting wet grass or in the morning wh
5. 1 Weight Kit 1 Bag of Hardware CARTON 2 CONTENTS 1 Cover Assembly 2 Soft Bag Containers 1 Bag of Hardware FLEX HOSE LOWER CHUTE UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS Remove all parts and packing materials from both cartons Check carton contents against list Be sure all parts are there PARTS IDENTIFICATION COVER ASSEMBLY GRASS CATCHER CONTAINERS NOTE When right hand R H and left hand L H are mentioned in this manual it means when you are seated on the mower in the operator s position A CAUTION BEFORE ASSEMBLING GRASS CATCHER TO MOWER Set parking brake Place motion control levers in NEUTRAL position Turn ignition key OFF and remove key Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug ASSEMBLY CATCHER SUPPORT ASSEMBLY MOUNTING COVER ASSEMBLY TO SUPPORT ASSEMBLY 1 Remove the side bolts on the engine guard NOTE For ease of assembly you may wish 2 Using catcher support as a template drill one assistance from another person for mounting the se hole into the engine guard near the center cover assembly to mower bottom See illustration Attach catcher 1 Position cover assembly on ground behind support to engine guard using with four mower 3 s 16 x 4 bolts and four s 16 nyloc nuts Make sure support strap tabs are facing to the rear 3 Attach hanger b
6. D HCS 5 16 18 X 1 GR 5 ZD NUT 506 18 HEX NYLOC ZD RHSNB 16 18 X 34 GR5 SUPPORT STRAP LH SUPPORT STRAP RH HOSE 634 I D HOSE CLAMP 6 7 N P N 539 131282 539 131284 539 131355 539 97076 539 976952 539 976979 539 539 990208 539 990209 539 539 PARTS ITEM 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 T9 20 21 22 QTY DESCRIPTION BRACKET DEFLECTOR WASHER 3 6 x 34 x 16 GA PLATED WELD NUT LATCH ASSEMBLY WASH 3 6 LOCK ZD CHUTE LOWER 42 BLADE HI LIFT FUSION WEIGHT BOX WEIGHT BRACKET HANGER SUPPORT BAGGER pp N N N N ITEM P N 532 192557 539 4 539 108089 539 108194 539 589 111007 539 118038 539 131343 539 1399 589 131277 539 131279 QTY DESCRIPTION 10 24 x 5 s WASHER HD ZD STRIP REINFORCEMENT COVER TOP CAP PLUG TUBING END FRAME ASSEMBLY 2 BIN PIN HINGE PIVOT CONTAINER BAG SOFT 15 N wo CO PARTS ITEM P N 9 539 991034 10 532 11 532 160274 12 532 174088 13 532 14 532 192786 15 532 400226 QTY DESCRIPTION RETAINER SPRING SCREEN COVER GASKET COVER LATCH HANDLE COVER SPRING COVER LT SPRING CO
7. Operator and Parts Manual Grass Catcher Dixon SpeedZTR 42 Kit 539 131354 KNOW YOUR GRASS CATCHER READ THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND THE SAFETY RULES BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRASS CATCHER Com pare the illustrations with the carton contents to familiarize yourself with the parts before starting the assembly Study the operating instructions and safety precautions thoroughly to insure proper functioning of your Grass Catcher and to prevent injury to yourself and others Save this manual for future reference A WARNING The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes which can result in severe eye damage ALWAYS wear safety glasses or eye shields before starting your mower and while mowing We recommend a wide vision safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new Grass Catcher It has been designed engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy please contact your nearest authorized service center department They have competent well trained technicians and the proper tools for service and repairs Please read and retain this manual The instruc tions will enable you to assemble and maintain your Grass Catcher properly Always observe the SAFETY RULES 2007 HTC All Rights Reserved Beatrice NE Printed in U S
8. VER RT SPACER COVER NUT 10 24 HEX W NYLOC 532 124670 1 532 127533 539 108100 532 130895 532 132796 532 132983 532 133235 539 976977 CO i i ho ex ek ITEM P N COND OBR W N 539 131388 IR 05 07
9. art ing Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary Mower blades are sharp and can cut Wrap the blade s or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them Check brake operation frequently Adjust and service as shown in the Operator s manual DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop off ditches or em bankments 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 machine by putting your foot on the ground Ill CHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them NEVER allow children to operate the machine Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another respon sible adult Be alert and turn off the machine if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Never carry children They may
10. er people before mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers or children even with the blades off Do not drive in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe ma chine operation Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another respon sible adult Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area Before and when backing look behind and down for small children Mow up and down slopes 10 Max not across Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the machine Tall grass can hide obstacles Use a slow speed while on slope or hill Avoid starting or stopping on a slope If tires lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope If machine stops while going uphill disengage blades shift into reverse and back down slowly Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible A CAUTION Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions It means CAUTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CARTON 1 CONTENTS 1 Lower Chute 1 Hose 2 Hi Lift Blades 1 Deflector Bracket 2 Support Straps 1 Owner s Manual 1 Hanger Bracket 1 Catcher Support
11. ile the dew is still heavy Grass clippings collected under these conditions tend to be sticky and adhere to the walls of the flow path causing clogging If the grass catcher fails to pick up cut grass or leaves it is an indication that clogging has occurred in the system or that the grass catcher containers are full a Disengage blades place motion control levers in neutral position engage parking brake and stop engine Unlatch and raise cover Slide out containers and dispose of clippings Replace containers close cover and latch b Check for clogging Remove all debris in chute Reassemble chutes Accaution DO NOT operate mower with grass catcher partially installed Disengage blades and stop engine before leaving mower seat to empty containers unclogging chutes etc Close cover before starting Disengage mower blades when crossing driveways or gravel surfaces and other areas where thrown objects could be a hazard DO NOT attempt to vacuum up cans or other potentially hazardous projectiles TIPS FOR IMPROVED BAGGING OPERATION Follow the mower operation instructions in your mower operator s manual When operating your grass catcher on a lawn where grass and leaf bagging equipment has not been used you are picking up thatch and debris that has accumulated for long periods of time The amount collected and the total time of operation may be greater than you will experience with regu
12. lar use of your grass catcher Always run throttle at full speed when bag ging Select a speed low enough to give good mower cutting performance good quality cut and good bagging performance NOTE It may be necessary to overlap wiath of cut to suit your conditions e If grass is extremely tall it should be mowed twice The first time relatively high the second time to desired height Use left hand side of mower for trimming Plastic trash bags 3 0 mil 30 gallon can be inserted inside grass catcher containers for ease of debris disposal To remove the plastic trash bags when full a Disengage blades shift into neutral engage the parking brake and stop the engine b Unlatch and raise cover c Remove one container at a time by grasping container handles and pulling toward the rear off of the tube rails d With the container resting on the ground close and secure the top of the plastic lawn bag e Tip the container on its side and slide the filled bag from the container f Install a new plastic lawn bag with the edges of the bag draped over upper lip of the Container for replacement bags refer to REPLACEMENT PARTS Repeat for other containers Reinstall containers making sure right container overlaps left container at center supports i Close cover and secure latches over center support tubes 7Q CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES STORAGE When grass catcher is to be stored for a period of
13. p the engine and remove the key before leaving the machine Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Watch out for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading and unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percent age of riding mower related injuries These SAFETY RULES A SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR RIDE ON MOWERS A 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 A Allow engine to cool before refueling Do not smoke Never refuel the machine indoors Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame such as a water heater Never run a machine inside a closed area Keep nuts and bolts especially blade attach ment bolts tight and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check there proper operation regularly Keep machine free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean oil or fuel spillage Allow machine to cool before storing Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before rest
14. racket to catcher support with four 5 6 18 x 1 carriage bolts and four 5 16 nyloc nuts See illustration 4 Attach support straps to catcher support at the support strap tabs using two 5 e 18 x 1 hex head bolts and two 5 16 nyloc nuts 5 Align engine guard with attached support and hanger bracket to rear of mower Secure the opposite end of the support strap and the engine guard to the sides of the mower with two 5 16 18 x 1 carriage bolts and two 16 nyloc nuts 2 Lift and rotate cover to align the cover bracket with hanger bracket and slide the cover down until secure HANGER BRACKET SUPPORT STRAP TAB MI CATCHER SUPPORT ENGINE GUARD SUPPORT STRAP DRILL ONE 32 HOLE INTO ENGINE GUARD TO MATCH THIS HOLE ASSEMBLY Qut MOUNTING ADAPTER BRACKET 1 Install container centering between support 1 Turn mower engine off tubes 2 Remove grass deflector on mower by remov NOTE One container should always ing hair pin cotter spring and deflector pin 2 Close cover and lock latch handles over for when the grass catcher is not used center support tubes 3 Attach adapter bracket to the deck with the bolts and nuts removed in Step 2 See illustra tion GRASS BAGGER ADAPTER BRACKET COVER LATCH HANDLE REUSE NUTS DEFLECTOR BRACKET REUSE BOLTS ADAPTER BRACKET ATTACHED CONTAINER SUPPORT TUBES A CAUTION Before removing deflector shield turn
15. time clean it thoroughly remove all dirt grass leaves etc Store in a clean dry place A CAUTION Do not leave grass in catcher containers Empty containers after each use and before storing Failure to do so may result in spontaneous combustion which could develop into a fire A CAUTION Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary 13 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Always observe safety rules when performing any maintenance e Before each use check for loose fasteners Clean unit thoroughly after each use BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp Replace bent or damaged blades See BLADE CARE instructions in your mower operator s manual A CAUTION BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTE NANCE SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS Set parking brake Place motion control levers in NEUTRAL position Place clutch control in DISENGAGED position Turn ignition key to OFF position Make sure blades and all moving parts have completely stopped Disconnect spark plug wire s from spark plug s and place wire where it cannot come in contact with plug QTY DESCRIPTION Toe Tas Tis T 210 24 x 625 MACH SCRW NUT s 16 HEX NYLOC ZD HCS 3 e 16 X 34 GR 5 ZD RRSNB 506 18 X 1 GR5 Z
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