Dixon 3500 Series - Manuals

5 Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. 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 whi...

12 WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: Dixon ZTR Residential Hydro Units, used only at owner’s primary place of residence are warranted for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. Commercial Application: defined as use other than, or in addition to, mowing at owner’s primary place of residenc...

13 SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 3530 & 3536 CHASSIS: 1X2X11 gauge welded tube, 7 gauge transmission and engine base plate. BODY: All body parts made of high density polyethylene. Dent and corrosion resistant. MOWER DECK: 30” Deck: 11 GA Stamped Steel Construction-30” Cut Width. 36” Deck: 11 GA Fabri...

14 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Move deck lift lever to lowest cut position. 2. Rotate seat assembly forward. 3. Loosen four bolts and slide seat forward or backward to desired position. 4. Re-tighten bolts. 5. Push seat assembly back to closed position.

15 CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS Note: The control levers must be in the outward position to access the seat. This also activates the parking brake. (levers out = brakes onor levers in = brakes off) TO GO FORWARD: • Rotate levers inward. • From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward. • ...

16 CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is incorporated into the control levers. To set brakes, move levers to neutral and swing outward. To release brake, rotate levers inward. MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER : •Located between operator’s legs. •Grab handle and lift and pull release •Set at d...

18 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the 3500 Series will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge 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 ...

19 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 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. TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (Unlock Transmission): Always turn off engine...

20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST: a) Swing control levers inward. b) Disengage blade drive switch c) Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start. BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: a) Swing control levers outward b) Enga...

21 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. To start engine the control levers must be in the outward position with the park brake on and the mower blade off. 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 star...

22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS GRASS HEIGHT AND 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...

23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING - SIDE DISCHARGE: CAUTION Be sure that the deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute. 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 the underside of the deck and discharge...

25 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING - MULCHING ATTACHMENT ( continued): 6. 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. 7. Alternate mower direction. This will evenly disperse the mulched grass c...

27 CAUTION • Disengage blades and turn engine off when emptying bags. • The handling is affected with the added weight of the grass bags. Empty the bags when the front of the mower becomes light. • Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacles which might hit the catcher top while turning or bac...

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

30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: 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. Blades should be discarded when worn excessively. DANG E R O U S !DO NOT USEBLADE IN THISCONDITION! Wh...

31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT: 1. Remove rear wheel. 2. Swing control levers in to operating position. There must be clearance between the teeth of the brake ratchet and brake sprocket. 3. If adjustment is necessary, loosen two screws, as illustrated. 4. Slide adjustable link to p...

32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT DRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATS HAVE WARMED UP. WITH ENGINE RUNNING, SWING THE CONTROL LEVERS IN TO THE OPERATING POSITION. IF MACHINE STARTS TO CREEP, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. 1. Stop the engine and swing the control levers out to engage the parking b...

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

36 CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil. Hex Head Valve Stem PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS. PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT. CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the front of engine on the ...

37 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: LOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster (1) each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE: Name brand wheel bearing or multi- purpose grease. Once per season or 50 hours of operation (3 pumps each) BELTS: Check belts every 5...

39 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 30” Deck: Blades: Hi-Lift (standard) - P/N 2484 Lo-Lift - P/N 2483 Belts: Engine to Transmission - P/N 7650 Engine to Jackshaft - P/N 14524 Jackshaft to Mower Deck - P/N 14523 36” Deck: Blades: Lo-Lift (standard) - P/N 1324 *Hi Lift - P/N 1351 (Right) *Hi-Lift - P/N 13...

40 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage blades Parking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -engage parking brake Circuit breaker trips- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -reset breaker Dead batt...

43 OWNER INFORMATION Date Purchased _______________________________ Mower Model Number _________________________ Mower Serial Number ____________________________ Purchased From ___ _____________________________ Name _________________________________ Address ________________________________ DATE OIL ...

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