Page 2 - READ CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT! The Dixon ZTR mower is both easy and 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 the operator's manual carefully, and become completely familiar with the controls. Your Di...
Page 3 - ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY; and to the elements they are exposed to.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This lawn mower is warranted for one(1) year from date of delivery against all defects in materials and workmanship. Lawn mowers used for commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery. (Lawn mowers other than those used only at residence of owner are co...
Page 4 - DURING MOWER OPERATION
SERIAL NUMBERS The lawn mower has two serial numbers: Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE MOWING: 1. Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer, to save money and prevent injury. Consult your dealer...
Page 5 - IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; Dixon ZTR
across walks or objects that project above the surface. 9. When the mower is not in use, turn the engine off; 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. 10. Befor...
Page 6 - TO GO; Slight movements — fingertip control — is all that's
ing rope as soon as engine starts. To stop engine turn key to "OFF" position. 5. Set engine to desired speed by adjusting throttle control. (Suggest set at slow speed during initial operation.) 6. NOTE SAFETY FEATURE: Engine stops automatically if operator leaves seat while blades are engage...
Page 7 - MAINTENANCE; PRE-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING. 9. Parking Brake: Parking brake is hand operated and is located at right-hand side of mower. To disengage move lever forward. To engage brake pull lever to the rear. Always set parking brake before dismounting. Be sure that parking brake is diseng...
Page 8 - BODY
BODY REMOVAL FOR ZTR-301 / 302 1. Disconnect throttle cable from engine by loosening clamp on engine and disconnecting cable. 2. Disconnect two (2) switch loom plugs, one going to engine wires and one going to frame wire loom. Plugs are located back of transaxle mount. 3. Remove four (4) control lev...
Page 9 - SPARE PARTS
SPARE PARTS See your dealer for ordering spare parts or warranty service. REMOVING AND REINSTALLING MOWER DECK 1. Remove engaging handle by removing bolt and nut under handle. 2. Disconnect mower deck wire loom from frame wire loom. 3. Loosen belt keeper located under engine by loosening two (2) rea...
Page 14 - OWNER INFORMATION