Dixon 16134-0803 - Manuals

Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. 5 DANGER (highlighted in red) indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING (hi...

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 requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it! DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never...

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 thewatc...

Speedztr 42 & Speedztr 36 Chassis: 11 gauge steel welded frame assembly Body: All body parts made of high density polyethylene. Dent and corrosion resistant. Mower Deck: 36” Deck: 11 GA fabricated construction-36” cut width 42” Deck: 13 GA stamped steel construction-42” cut width Blade Drive: El...

SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Speedztr 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it intoadjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster. 15

CONTROL LEVERS Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. T O G O F O R W A R D • From neutral position, gently push control levers forward. • To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARDS • From neutral position, gently pull contr...

PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is designed to hold themower from moving and is not intended for usein stopping the mower while it is in motion. Theengine will stop if the parking brake is engagedwhile the control levers are in the drive position. Engage parking brakebefore starting engine. TO SET ...

The safe and successful operation of the DixonSpeedztr will depend upon the operator having thecorrect knowledge of all controls used on the mowerand making good judgements about the terrain to bemowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their func...

PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST: a ) Swing out control leversb ) Disengage blade drive switchc) Put parking brake in OFF positiond ) Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start. CONTROL LEVER SWITCH TEST: a ) Disengage blade drive switchb ) Put parking brake in ON positio...

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out, and blade drive disengaged. 2. Move throttle control to “choke” position if engine is cold, full throttle if warm. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will ret...

MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT: Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totallydifferent mowing approach than would be normal whenside discharging or bagging the grass. There may beinstances or conditions where it is not possible to hide allthe recycled or mulched clippings. In order...

MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT ( continued): 6. Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean. Remove all grass and dirt build-up from the undersideof the pan, the baffles and deflectors after each use. 7. Alternate mower direction. This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn...

MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT: In order to achieve optimum performance when mowingwith a grass catching attachment, please read and followthe tips listed below. 1. 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 b...

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT (continued): 7. Some mowing applications/use of grasscatchers may require that an optional weight boxbe fitted to the mower to counter the weight ofgrass in the bags. Please consult with yourdealer for more information regarding installat...

SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS: In order to achieve optimum performance when Sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read and followthe tips listed below. Additional information can befound in the troubleshooting guide. CAUTION Be sure that the deflector is properlyinstalled on the discharge ch...

CARE & MAINTENANCE CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool & 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 • C...

CARE & MAINTENANCE ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine,please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by theengine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius mowerinformation packet. BATTERY: •This is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid l...

CARE & MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: C A U T I O N Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety. Wear heavy, thick gloveswhen holding onto cutter blade, avoidthe sharp edge of the blade. Blades should be discarded when worn excessively. D A N G E R O U S !DO NOT USEBLADE IN THISCONDITI...

CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: 1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and check tire pressures to insure correct stance.Tires should be inflated as follows. Front: 16 - 21 lbsRear: 8 - 14 lbs 2. Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a side to side manner. 3. Mea...

CARE & MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE (continued): NOTE: This will place the mower deck in a base measurement position. Additionaladjustment may be required to achievedesired cut for the type of grass orconditions involved. 37

Hex Head Valve Stem CARE & MAINTENANCE HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine tocool before draining oil. CAUTION CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase. 2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose. 3. To drain, tur...

CARE & MAINTENANCE NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT DRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATS HAVE WARMED UP.WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE OFF, SWINGOUT THE CONTROL LEVERS. IF MACHINE STARTS TO CREEP,FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. 1. Stop the engine, engage parking brake and raise rear of frame with jack or ...

STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 42” Deck ~Blades~ Hi-Lift - P/N 8688 (Standard) Lo-Lift - P/N 6236 ~Belts~ Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 6111 Serpentine - P/N 6109 Engine to Transmission - P/N 16108 36” Deck ~Blades~ Hi-Lift - P/N 8688 (Standard) Lo-Lift - P/N 6236 ~Belts~ Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 61515 ...

BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Briggs & Stratton Engine Operator’sManual for correct service intervals for engineoil changes and air filter maintenance. Protect your engine investment, use onlyoriginal equipment filters. Refer to the Briggs& Stratton Engine Operator’s Man...

TROUBLESHOOTING 1. ENGINE WON’ T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage bladesParking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - engage parking brakeCircuit breaker trips- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -reset breakerDead battery- - - - - - ...

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