Dixon 966504101 - Manuals

sYMBoLs.AnD.DeCALs 7 R N These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual.Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Reverse Neutral Fast Slow Choke Fuel Warning! Parking B...

sAFetY 9 Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. General Operation Read, understand, and follow all instructions on • the machine and in the manual before starting.Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or • under the machine. Keep clear of the discharg...

sAFetY 10 Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial • light.Do not operate the machine while under the • influence of alcohol or drugs.Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing • roadways.Use extra care when loading or unloading the • machine into a trailer or truck.Always wear eye...

sAFetY 11 Personal Safety Equipment Make sure that you have first aid equipment close • at hand when using the machine.Never use the machine when barefoot. • Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably • with steel toe caps.Always wear approved protective glasses or a full • visor when assembl...

sAFetY 12 8011-517 Never allow children to operate the machine 8011-518 Keep children away from work area 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...

sAFetY 13 8011-516 Never fill the fuel tank indoors Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other • sources of ignition.Us...

sAFetY 14 8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space General Maintenance Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the • equipment is in safe working condition.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their • proper operation regularly.Keep machine ...

sAFetY 15 Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. Use protective goggles....

sAFetY 16 IMPORTANT INFORMATION The parking brake is not sufficient to lock the machine in place during transport. Ensure that the machine is well fastened to the transport vehicle. Always reverse the machine onto the transport vehicle to avoid tipping it over. WARNING! Escaping hydraulic oil under ...

ContRoLs 17 This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton four-stroke overhead valve engine. Control Locations 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering cont...

ContRoLs 18 8050-003 Steering controls Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if th...

ContRoLs 19 Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades.In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively. Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling th...

ContRoLs 20 Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture.For cold starts the throttle should be pushed forward to the choke position. Refueling Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has one fuel tank, just behi...

ContRoLs 21 Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located in the fuel line under the seat. Tilt seat forward for access. The fuel valve is ON when the valve is parallel to the fuel line. Rotate the valve ¼ turn clockwise to turn fuel OFF. 8050-010 Fuel shut off valve in the OPEN position. 8...

ContRoLs 22 Manual Transport When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the EZT Hydrogear bypass linkages. The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear of the frame, below the rear engine guard. Raise the deck into the highest cutting position. • Pull the EZT bypass linkages out and int...

oPeRAtIon 23 Read the Safety section and following pages, if you are unfamiliar with the machine. Training Zero turn mowers are far more maneuverable than typical riding mowers due to their unique steering capabilities.We suggest that this section be reviewed in its entirety prior to attempting to m...

oPeRAtIon 24 Before Starting Read the sections Safety Instructions and • Controls before starting the machine.Perform the daily maintenance before starting • (see Maintenance Schedule in the Maintenance section).Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank. • Adjust the seat to the desired p...

oPeRAtIon 25 Move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. Move the throttle to the middle position. If the engine is cold, the choke control should be pushed forward to the choke position. 8050-031-a Set the throttle 8050-028 Place controls in neutral position 8050-031-...

oPeRAtIon 26 8050-135 Turn to START position 8050-136 Release ignition to the RUN position 8050-010 Open the fuel valve Open the fuel valve. Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position When the engine starts, immediately release the ignition key back to the run position. IMPORTANT INFOR...

oPeRAtIon 27 Slowly push the choke control down when the engine has started.Set the desired engine speed with the throttle. Allow the engine to run at a moderate speed, “half throttle” for 3-5 minutes before loading it to heavily. USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING (no choke). WARNING! Engine exhaust and...

oPeRAtIon 28 Running Release the parking brake by moving the lever 1. downward. NOTE: The mower is equipped with an operator presence system. When the engine is running, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.Move the steering c...

oPeRAtIon 29 WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. Do not drive across slopes. Operating on Hills Read the Safety Instructions Driving on Slopes in the Safety Instructions . The slowest speed possible should be used • before starting up or down hills.Avoid stopp...

oPeRAtIon 30 Mowing Tips Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to • avoid collisions.Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it until • the desired mowing result is attained. The average lawn should be cut to 2½" (64 mm) during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm) during the hot ...

oPeRAtIon 31 Stopping the Engine Allow the engine to idle a minute in order to attain normal operating temperature before stopping it, if it has been worked hard. Avoid idling the engine for longer periods, as there is a risk of the spark plugs fouling. Disengage the mower deck by sliding the blade ...

MAIntenAnCe 33 Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be performed on the machine. For those points not described in this manual, visit an authorized service workshop. An annual service carried out by Check the parking brake ● Check the engine’s oil level (e...

MAIntenAnCe 35 Battery Your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery that does not need servicing. However, periodic charging of the battery with an automotive type battery charger will extend its life. Keep battery and terminals clean. • Keep battery bolts tight. • Recharge at 6-10 amperes...

MAIntenAnCe 36 Safety System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions.The engine can only be started when:1. The mower deck is disengaged.2. The steering controls are in the outer, locked neutral position. 3. The driver is sitting ...

MAIntenAnCe 37 Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a standstill test and check that there is sufficient braking action.To adjust the parking brake, contact the Dixon service workshop. WARNING! Faulty adjustment c...

MAIntenAnCe 38 3 2 1 WARNING! The engine and the exhaust system, become very hot during operation. Risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes. EZT Belt To replace EZT belt Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the park brake. EZT belt removal NOTE...

MAIntenAnCe 39 Adjusting the Mower Deck Check the tire pressure before adjustment of the mower deck. See Checking Tire Pressure in Maintenance . Faulty mower deck adjustments will cause an uneven mowing result. Leveling Deck Position the mower on a level, preferably 1. concrete, surface.Check the pr...

MAIntenAnCe 40 1 2 3 Caster Wheels Check every 200 hours. Check that wheels rotate freely. If wheels do not rotate freely take the unit to your dealer for service.Foam filled tires or solid tires will void the warranty. Removal and installation of caster wheel Remove nut (1) and caster bolt (2). 1. ...

LUBRICAtIon 41 General Remove the ignition key to prevent unintentional movements during lubrication.When lubricating with an oil can, it must be filled with engine oil.When lubricating with grease, unless otherwise stated, use a high grade molybdenum disulphide grease.For daily use, the machine sho...

LUBRICAtIon 42 8050-009 Lubricating the wheel bearings Engine Lubrication Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual for maintenance and service instructions. 8058-076 Lubricating the steering control shafts Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each wheel mount, until the greas...

tRoUBLesHootInG 43 Problem Cause The engine will not start. Blade lever is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in neutral • position.Driver is not sitting in driver’s seat. • Parking brake is not activated. • Battery is dead. • Contamination in carburetor or fuel line. • Fuel supply is close...

stoRAGe 45 Winter Storage At the end of the mowing season, the machine should be readied for storage (or if it will not be in use for longer than 30 days). Fuel allowed to stand for long periods of time (30 days or more) can leave sticky residues that can plug the carburetor and disrupt engine funct...

teCHnICAL.DAtA 47 HEX HEAD CAP SCREWS The torque values shown should be used as a general guideline when specific torque values are not given. U.S. Standard Hardware Grade SAE Grade 5 SAE Grade 8 Flangelock Screw w/Flangelock Nut Shank Size (Diameter in inches, fine or coarse thread) ft./lbs ft./lbs...

50 ConFoRMItY.CeRtIFICAtes USA Requirements Labels are placed on the engine and/or in the engine compartment stating that the machine will fulfill the requirements. This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states, (California emission rules etc.). Do not remove any of these lab...

seRVICe.JoURnAL Action Date,.mtr.reading,.stamp,.sign Delivery Service Charge the battery. q Adjust the tire pressure of all wheels to 15 PSI (1 bar). q Mount the steering controls in the normal position. q Connect the contact box to the cable for the seat’s safety switch. q Check that the right amo...

54 seRVICe.JoURnAL Action Date,.mtr.reading,.stamp,.sign Action Date,.mtr.reading,.stamp,.sign At Least Once Each Year Clean the engine’s cooling air intake (25 hours). q Replace the air cleaner’s pre-filter (foam) (300 hours). q Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge. q Change the engine oil (50 ...