Page 2 - IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY
IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY The Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and funto operate. However, any power mower mustbe operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy ora recreational vehicle. Before you start to usethe mower, read the operator’s manual carefullyand become completely familiar with the contr...
Page 3 - I N D E X; Page
3 I N D E X Page Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Seat Adjustment Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 4 - S A F E T Y
4 R I D I N G L A W N M O W E R S , I F I M P R O P E R L Y O P E R A T E D , C A N C A U S E S E R I O U S I N J U R Y O R D E A T H . The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. B L A D E C O N T A C T T I P O V E R R U N...
Page 5 - Safety Alert Symbol; When you see this symbol,; F o l l o w r e c o m m e n d e d s a f e t y p r e c a u t i o n s
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...
Page 6 - SAFETY
6 Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: •Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower before starting. •Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mow...
Page 13 - DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY
13 DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY Pro Models 1950 ~ 2300 ~ 2560 DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FOR REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS. 1. Home Owner Applic...
Page 14 - S P E C I F I C A T I O N S
14 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S Model 2560 CHASSIS: Folded sheet metal and rectangular tube BODY: Folded sheet metal SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with suspension system andpadded back and arm rests. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: Deck is made of 10 GA fabricated welded constructi...
Page 15 - SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS; Slide seat forward or backward.
15 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Model 2560 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it intoadjustment position. 2 . Slide seat forward or backward. 3 . Release seat slide adjuster. Seat Slide Adjuster
Page 16 - CONTROLS
Page 17 - CONTROL LEVERS
17 CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position andswing them outward. TO GO FORWARD: • From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward. • To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARD: • From neutral position, gently p...
Page 18 - THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:
18 CONTROLS CHOKE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on control panel to operator’s right. • Used to start a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on contol panel to operator’s right. • Controls engine speed, slow to maximum. • While moving, throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open sett...
Page 19 - To engage blades: Pull up on the switch.; MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:; Controls the cutting height.
19 CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: Located on control panel, on operator's right. To engage blades: Pull up on the switch. To disengage blades: Push down. MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Located to the right and front of theoperator. Controls the cutting height. Ten positions of adjustment. Depress trigger ...
Page 20 - OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the ZTRModel 2560 will depend upon the operator havingthe correct knowledge of all controls used on themower and making good judgements about theterrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower with-out complete knowledge of ...
Page 21 - BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:; Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place.
21 BEFORE OPERATING MOWER: 1 . Read and observe all safety instructions onyour mower and in the manual. 2 . Read engine manufacturer’s operating andmaintenance instructions. 3 . Discuss proper maintenance with yourdealer. 4 . Check engine oil. 5 . Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place. 6 . Be sur...
Page 22 - The mower blades must be disengaged before the
22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS T E S T I N G O F S A F E T Y I N T E R L O C KS Y S T E M S : Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operatingproperly. Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipped with controlinterlocks for your safety. 1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will...
Page 23 - BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST; With the electric blade drive switch turned on and; safe area; If any Safety Check fails, do not operate the mower
23 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST (ELECTRIC CLUTCH): 1. With the electric blade drive switch turned on and the parking brake in “ON” position, engine should notturn over or attempt to start when key switch ismoved to the start position. 2. In a safe area , away from bystanders, start...
Page 24 - . Insert ignition key and turn to “START” position.
24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (cold engine): 1 . Pull choke control lever up. 2 . Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 3 . Insert ignition key and turn to “START” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key willreturn to “RUN” position. 4 . Once engine starts to ...
Page 25 - STARTING INSTRUCTIONS; N o t e s; CAUTION
25 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (engine has been operated): 1 . Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting. 2 . Insert ignition key and turn to “START” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Keywill return to “RUN” position. 3 . Move throttle control lever to the ...
Page 26 - . Set engine speed control to the wide open or full
26 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS In order to achieve optimum cutting performance,please read and follow the tips listed below. Additionalinformation can be found in the Troubleshooting Guideon Page 40-41. CAUTION Be sure that deflector is properly installedon the discharge chute. 1 . Set engine speed contr...
Page 27 - GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:
27 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 heightlever in the top or second notch. “Initially” overlapcutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass.Some applications may require a second cutting. As a ru...
Page 28 - TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE
28 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (UNLOCK TRANSMISSION): Always turn off engine before engaging or disengag-ing the hydro release (free wheel) valves. Neverattempt to move the valves with the engine running. The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat,between the fuel tank an...
Page 29 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool, remove key & disconnect spark plugs. Use extreme care when working on machinery. Do not wear watch or jewelry. Do not wear loose fitting clothes, and observe all com...
Page 30 - O F F S E A S O N B A T T E R Y S T O R A G E :; C A U T I O N
30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE E N G I N E : For complete maintenance and operating information of theengine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished bythe engine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radiusmower information packet. Note: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugge...
Page 32 - HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS:
32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: 1 . Engine: Follow engine manufacturer’s recommenda- t i o n . 2 . Deck spindles: Lubricate with 3 “shots” only, every 100 hours. HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS: Before each use, check to be sure that the cooling finsand fans of the pumps and wheelmotors are clean.Exc...
Page 33 - E L E C T R I C A L S Y S T E M S :; Keep all connections clean and tight.; C L E A N I N G T H E M O W E R :
33 CARE AND MAINTENANCE E L E C T R I C A L S Y S T E M S : Keep all connections clean and tight. C L E A N I N G T H E M O W E R : Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below thedeck. High pressure washing and alkaline based soaps cancause damage to bearings and other parts of the mower.After wa...
Page 34 - HYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE:; Please dispose of used oil at proper collection centers -
34 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE: Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmisison oil reser-voir after every 25 hours of usage. Clean the oil reser-voir cap and the area around it prior to removal. Checkthe oil level. Oil should be approximately 1-3/8” belowtop of oil tank...
Page 35 - IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure that the deck is lifted; PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING
35 A . Move cut height adjustment lever to lowest p o s i t i o n . B . Flip up the foot deck to allow access to the en- gine to deck drive belt. Roll the engine to deckdrive belt off the center spindle. C . Lift the rear corner of the deck and remove 1/2” x 1-1/2” clevis pin from lift link/eye bolt...
Page 36 - MOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION POSITION
36 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION POSITION
Page 37 - MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING POSITION
37 MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING POSITION CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Page 39 - STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST; M O D E L Z T R 2 5 6 0 :; K O H L E R A I R A N D O I L F I L T E R :
39 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST M O D E L Z T R 2 5 6 0 : Blades 60” Hi-Lift (Standard)-P/N 12421 Low-lift-P/N 12451 Gator-P/N 12508 Belts Engine to Mower Deck Belt-P/N 1300 Serpentine Belt 60”-P/N 9758 Engine to Hydro Belt-P/N 61778 Hydrostatic Transmission Filter-P/N 7252 K O H L E R A I R A N D O ...
Page 40 - T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
40 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage bladesBlown fuse- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -replace fuseDead battery- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -...
Page 42 - N O T E S
Page 44 - Dixon® and ZTR® are registered trademarks of
ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers Dixon® and ZTR® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc. DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT International Inc. Co.P.O. Box 1569Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945620-251-2000 Model 2560 Part No. 61935-0603 W W W W WARNING: ARNING: ARNING: ARNING: ...
