Dixon Lawn Mower Zero Turn Riding Mower User Manual

 
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
SERIAL NUMBERS  
6. The revolutionary Dixon mower attracts many  
admiring neighbors. But when mowing, all persons  
— especially children — and pets should be cleared  
from the mowing area.  
7. Move, throttle control to "CHOKE" position.  
8. To start models with electric starting, simply insert  
ignition key and turn to "START" position. When the  
engine starts, release the Ignition key and it will  
return to the "RUN" position. Move throttle from  
"CHOKE" to "SLOW" position. To stop the engine,  
simply turn the key to the "OFP position. NOTE:  
Some electric start models are also , equipped with  
manual start provision. To start engine manually,  
turn switch to "RUN" and pull the starter rope.  
9. Set engine to desired speed by adjusting throttle  
control. (Suggest set at slow speed during initial  
operation.)  
10. NOTE SAFETY FEATURE: Safety switches stop  
engine when operator leaves seat while blades are  
engaged, and engine cannot be restarted when  
blades are engaged. OPERATOR SHOULD TAKE  
PRECAUTIONS AND NOT RELY ON SAFETY  
SWITCHES.  
The lawn mower has three serial numbers:  
1. Mower Number - Located on frame at rear of engine.  
WHEN REFERRING TO SERIAL NUMBER ON OWNER  
REGISTRATION, ETC., USE MOWER SERIAL  
NUMBER LOCATED ON FRAME AT REAR OF  
ENGINE. (This number will have DM In front of the No.)  
2.- Transaxle Number - Located on transaxle. (This  
number will have DT In front of the No.)  
3. Engine Number - Located on engine.  
IMPORTANT —SAFE OPERATING  
INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE OPERATING MOWER  
1. Read these Safety Reminders and engine  
manufacturer^ operating and maintenance  
instructions that are furnished with the mower.  
2. Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer,  
to save money and prevent injury. Consult your  
dealer before removing any parts or making repairs.  
3. Don't allow anyone to operate your Dixon mower  
without proper instruction. Never allow children  
to operate this mower.  
4. Before mowing, pick up all debris — particularly  
stones and sharp objects.  
11. This mower Is equipped with a unique transaxle that  
requires only two drive levers to control braking,  
turning, direction and speed.  
5. Before starting engine:  
(a) Check engine oil and make sure gas cap is in  
place.  
INITIAL OPERATION  
(b) Engage parking brake.  
It is recommended that first operation of mower be done  
at a slow throttle setting with mower blades disengaged  
until operator is thoroughly familiar with the unit.  
(c) Disengage mower blades.  
(d) Make sure control levers are in neutral  
position.  
 
You may have a tendency to "over-control" mower at •  
first. Slight movements — fingertip control — are all  
that's necessary for easy operation.  
TO GO FORWARD — Release parking brake.  
From neutral position, gently push both drive levers  
forward; to increase speed, move levers farther  
forward.  
ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE  
DISMOUNTING. 13.  
PARKING BRAKE  
The parking brake Is hand operated and is located at  
right hand side of mower. To engage brake, pull lever  
up and to the rear. To release, move lever forward and  
down. Always set parking brake before dismounting.  
Be sure that parking brake is released before moving.  
TO GO BACKWARD  
SAFETY REMINDERS  
From neutral position gently pull both drive levers  
toward you. TURNING  
1. Wear appropriate, safe clothing when mowing —  
dose fitting Jeans or slacks and heavy leather or  
safety shoes with rough soles. Never operate this  
mower with bare feet or open sandals.  
Turning Is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly  
forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left  
lever rearward of right lever. To turn "square corners"  
move lever of desired direction to neutral. To turn on  
mower's own axis (Zero Radius) reduce speed 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, release levers to neutral, set parking brake. When  
stopping on Incline, It may be necessary to hold slight  
pressure on levers in direction opposite of slope until  
parking brake Is set ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE  
BEFORE DISMOUNTING. 12. MOWER BLADE  
OPERATION  
2. When grass is wet or slippery, do not use any riding  
mower.  
3. Always mow at the slowest speed that will cut  
satisfactorily.  
4. Keep hands and feet away from the blade at all  
times.  
5. Keep persons clear of the discharge chute. Do not  
operate mower unless deflector is in place.  
6. When mowing hills or slopes, use extreme caution.  
Reduce speed, do not make sudden starts, stops, or  
turns.  
7. Always disengage blades before taking the mower  
across walks or objects that project above the surface.  
8. Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain,  
and other hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.  
9. When the mower Is not In use, turn the engine off  
and remove key. Never leave the engine running  
unattended. Your Dixon mower Is equipped with a  
weight-sensitive switch that kills the engine when  
operator leaves the seat while blades are engaged.  
Cutting height Is set by positioning the adjusting lever  
to desired height selection. Pull lever to. left until pin  
clears notch on quadrant Move lever to desired notch  
and aflow pin to engage. To start mower blades, move  
engaging mechanism to "ON" position. See Technical  
Data Brochure for specifics on each model.  
 
Test this important safety feature before each time  
mower Is used. This may be done by starting  
engine, engaging blades and then rising slightly  
from seat. If engine does not stop, see your  
dealer for necessary repair.  
19. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the  
mower Is In safe working condition.  
20. To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass,  
leaves, or excessive grease.  
21. The mower should be stopped and inspected for  
damage after striking a foreign object or if it starts  
vibrating, and any damage should be repaired before  
restarting and operating the mower.  
22. Do not change the engine governor setting or  
overspeed the engine.  
10. Before adjusting your mower or adding fuel, turn the  
engine off. Let it cool, and disconnect the spark plug  
so the engine cannot start by accident. Be sure all  
moving parts are stopped.  
11. Never run the engine Indoors; the fumes are  
dangerous.  
12. Before backing your Dlxon mower, stop, turn  
around and look.  
13. Handle gasoline with care — it is highly flammable. a.  
Use approved gasoline container, b. Never remove  
the fuel cap of, or add gasoline  
23. When mowing, proceed as follows:  
a. Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light, b.  
Never make a cutting height adjustment while  
the engine Is running if the operator must  
dismount to do so. c. Shut the engine off whan  
removing the grass  
to, a running or hot engine, or an engine that  
has not been allowed to cool after running.  
Never fill the tank Indoors and always clean  
up spilled gasoline, c. Never store the mower  
with gasoline In the tank  
catcher or unclogging chute, d. Check the  
blade mounting bolts for proper  
tightness at frequent Intervals.  
24. Under normal usage, the grass catcher bag material  
is subject to deterioration and wear. It should be checked  
frequently for bag replacement. Replacement bags  
should be checked to ensure compliance with the original  
manufacturer's recommendations or specifications.  
MAINTENANCE  
inside a building where fumes may reach an  
open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool  
before storing in any enclosure.  
14. Never lift lawn mower by the body; lift only by  
the frame.  
15. Never carry passengers.  
16. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy  
equipment.  
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, SHUT  
OFF ENGINE, ALLOWTO COOL AND DISCONNECT  
SPARKPLUG.;  
ENGINE  
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points, b. Limit  
loads to those you can safely control, c. Do not turn  
sharply. Use care when backing.  
For complete engine operating and maintenance  
information, refer to the engine operating and  
maintenance, Instructions furnished by the engine  
manufacturer and supplied with each mower.  
17. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near  
roadways.  
18. Keep the mower in good operating condition, and keep  
safety devices in place and working.  
 
BATTERY  
DRIVE CHAIN ADJUSTMENT This mower Is equipped with  
manually adjusted drive chain tension Idlers. One for each  
chain at the rear of the mower. To adjust drive chains, simply  
tighten nut on rod P/N1683, until spring P/N 5133 Is  
compressed as shown in the drawing. Inspection of the  
chains will show the need for adjustment when the spring  
P/N 5133 is free of tension. Inspect chains after each 10-12  
hours of operation.  
Fill with electrolyte solution to lower ring of battery. After _  
initial filling, fluid level may be maintained with distilled  
water.  
Procedure for off-season storage:  
1. Charge battery.  
2. Disconnect cables from battery terminals. Identify  
cables so that they may be easily reconnected to the  
correct terminal. (Disconnect ground cable first and  
.reconnect last.)  
3. Clean top of battery and terminals.  
4. Do not remove battery from mower.  
5. To reactivate, reconnect cables to correct terminals  
and charge battery if needed.  
NEEDS ADJUSTMENT  
PROPER TENSION  
BELT ADJUSTMENT  
Proper lubrication is important for effective roller chain  
operation. Use high quality lubricating oil or motorcycle  
chain lube. (Do not use grease or extra heavy oil.) Apply  
drops of oil to the chain joints every 10-15 hours of  
operation. DO NOT LUBRICATE IF OPERATED IN HEAVY  
DUST OR SAND. .  
The best tension for a V-belt drive is the lowest tension at  
which the belts will not slip under normal load condition.  
Check the tension on a new belt frequently during first  
hours of operation and every 10-15 hours or monthly  
thereafter. Too much tension shortens belt and bearing life.  
Too little tension causes slippage and damages belt. Be  
sure the belts and pulleys are kept free of foreign material.  
If belt slippage occurs, tighten it just enough to prevent  
slippage.  
FRONT CASTER ASSEMBLY Each caster assembly has a  
grease fitting located on the under side of the bearing. For  
best results, use any good multipurpose grease every 10-15  
hours of operation. All other bearings on your mower are  
sealed and require no lubrication.  
TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT  
No adjustment necessary; the spring-loaded Idler pulley  
maintains proper belt tension throughout the belt life.  
MOWER DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT See the Technical  
Data Brochure for belt adjustment procedure on each  
model.  
WHEELS AND TIRES  
Correct tire pressure is essential to the correct operation of  
the mower. The correct pressure for the rear drive tires is 8-  
10 Ibs. for size 18 X9.50-8 and 12-14 Ibs. for size 16 x 6.50-8  
tires. The front tires should be inflated to 20-24 Ibs. Lug  
nuts should be checked periodically to assure they are  
tight.  
REPLACE BELTS WHEN ADJUSTMENT CAN NO  
LONGER BE MADE SATISFACTORILY OR IF BELTS  
BECOME WORN.  
 
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS  
Keep all connections clean and tight. Maintain the fluid in  
the battery at correct level.  
PARTS/SERVICE  
See your dealer for replacement parts, warranty or any  
service. For further information concerning specific  
models, see the Technical Data Brochure that is included  
in owner's packet.  
BODY  
The body may be washed with a mild detergent.  
TRANSAXLE  
For adjustment or repair confer, with authorized Dixon  
dealer service department. Adjustment or repair by other  
than authorized dealer voids warranty.  
OWNER INFORMATION  
Date Mower Purchased.  
Mower Purchased from  
.Mower Model Number  
Mower serial number.  
Oil changed this date:  
Transaxle Serial Number  
Engine tuned this date:  
 
DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.  
Box 494 Coffeyville. Kansas 67337-0494 (316) 251-2000  
PIN 8501 Form No. 7695-884 Litho in U.S.A. ® DIXON. ZTR. and 2EETER are  
registered trademarks ol Dixon Industries. Inc.  
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