Page 2 - IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY
2 Page IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY 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 toyor a recreational vehicle. Before you start to use the mower, read theoperator's manual carefully and become completely familiar wi...
Page 3 - INDEX
3 Page INDEX SAFETY .......................................................... Pages 4-9 WARRANTY POLICY ..................................... Page 1 0 SPECIFICATIONS .......................................... Page 11 SEAT ADJUSTMENT ..................................... Page 1 2 CONTROLS .............
Page 4 - The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander...; SAFETY
Page 4 ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... SAFETY BLADE CONTACT TIP-OVER BACK-OVER RUN-OVER
Page 5 - Safety Alert Symbol; When you see this symbol,; BE ALERT; to the potential for injury.; Follow recommended safety precautions and safe; Danger
Page 5 Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning indicates a potenti...
Page 7 - Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over; Do not
Page 7 SAFETY 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 require 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 Dixo...
Page 8 - Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the; Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
Page 8 SAFETY 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 t...
Page 10 - DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS
Page 10 DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT companyAIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARKPO BOX 1569COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945316 251 2000FAX 316 251 4117 DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS Models 6000 & 7000 WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of two (2) years f...
Page 11 - SPECIFICATIONS
Page 11 CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube BODY: Folded sheet metal. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with padded back and arm rests. Seat isadjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: 2 Decks are available. Both decks are made of 10 GA fabricated welded construction with 7 GA reinforcement plate. 3 blad...
Page 12 - Slide seat forward or backward.
Page 12 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Model 7025 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustmentposition. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster.
Page 13 - CONTROLS
Page 13 CONTROLS Steering Control Levers Blade Clutch Switch Choke Ignition Key Throttle Cut Height Adjustment Lever Cut Height Stop Pin Parking Brake Lever
Page 14 - not; intended for use in stopping the mower; TO SET PARKING BRAKE:; Allows the mower to turn on its own axis (zero turning radius).; CAUTION; Engage parking brake before starting engine
Page 14 CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is designed to hold the mower frommoving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at left hand side of mower. To engage brake, pull upward. To release br...
Page 15 - THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:
Page 15 CONTROLS TO GO FORWARD: From neutral position, gently push both drive levers forward. To increase speed, move levers farther forward. TO GO BACKWARD: From neutral position, gently pull both drive levers toward you. TURNING: Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or ...
Page 16 - Pull up on the switch.; MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:; Located to the right and front of operator.
Page 16 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 operator. Controls the cutting height. Seven positions of adjustment. Lift lever and place ...
Page 17 - OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS; NEVER; BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:; Read engine manufacturer's operating and maintenance
Page 17 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Model ZTR 7000 Series will depend upon the operatorhaving the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgementsabout the terrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete ...
Page 18 - TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:; The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start.; BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST:; a. With the electric blade drive switch turned on; If any Safety Check fails, do not operate; the
Page 18 TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly. Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipped with switches interlocked for yoursafety. 1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start. 2. The steering control levers mu...
Page 19 - STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:; warm up
19 Page 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 will return to "Run" position. 4. Once e...
Page 20 - wide open or maximum
Page 20 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. Key will return to "Run" position. 3. Move throttle control lever to wide open...
Page 21 - GRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS:
Page 21 In order to achieve optimum cutting performance, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the troubleshooting guide beginning on page 35. Be sure that deflector is properly installed on thedischarge chute. 1. Set engine speed control to the wide op...
Page 22 - TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE: UNLOCK TRANSMISSION
Page 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE: UNLOCK TRANSMISSION The transmission release levers are located on each side of themower behind the rear drive axles and below the engine mountingplate. Lift the levers slightly, push them forward and then down torelease the transmission for free...
Page 23 - CARE AND MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Page 23 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . every 50 hours (20 hours break-in) Check crankcase oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . before each useClean grass from Hydrostat fans an...
Page 24 - BATTERY
Page 24 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to themaintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufaturer and included in your ZeroTurn Radius Mower information packet. Note : Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugge...
Page 25 - MOWER BLADES
Page 25 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Stop engine, remove ignition key and spark plugs for safety. Wearheavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharpedge of the blade. MOWER BLADES : Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. To sharpenblades, proceed as follows. ...
Page 26 - Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions.; CHECKING & REPLENISHING OIL IN HYDROSTATIC
Page 26 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION: A. Engine: Follow engine manufacturer's recommendation. B. Deck spindles: Lubriacte with 3 "shots" only, every 100 hours. C. Hydrostatic transmission and filter (follow instructions listed below). Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmi...
Page 27 - PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Page 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT With the brake handle in the release position, remove the cotter pin from the castle nut. Inserta 0.010 feeler gauge between the brake disc and the brake puck. Tighten the castle nut withthe feeler gauge inserted until the gauge fits snugly betwe...
Page 28 - HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:
Page 28 CARE AND MAINTENANCE HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE: (The hydrostatic drive is equipped with a manual belt take-up). A. Remove the 3/8" locknut, washers, and rubber spacer from the rear of the assembly. B. Allow the idler arm/pulley to swing forward towards the fornt of the m...
Page 29 - STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS
Page 29 CARE AND MAINTENANCE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS A. To Adjust Neutral: 1. Remove the fender skirts from each side of the machine. 2. Block up the unit so that the Drive Wheels are off the ground. 3. Start the engine and run at a fast idle with the Steering control levers in the "out"...
Page 31 - LEVELING THE DECK; Set the tire pressure on all four tires.
Page 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE LEVELING THE DECK A. Set the tire pressure on all four tires. B. Move the tractor to a hard, level surface (i.e. concrete or blacktop). Place a 2x4board under all four corners of the deck shell, just inside of the anti-scalpingwheels. Lower the deck down onto the boards....
Page 32 - Lower the foot deck down into the operation position.
Page 32 CARE AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECKFOR SERVICING RAISING THE DECK: A. Remove cut height adjustment pin and completely lower the cut height adjustmentlever. Re-insert the cut height adjustment pin into the 3-1/2" cut height position (thiswill lock the cut heig...
Page 34 - STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST; KOHLER AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS:
Page 34 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST MODEL ZTR 7025: BLADES: 52" Hi-Lift: P/N 60532 60" Hi-Lift: P/N 60295 60" Lo-Lift: P/N 60293 BELTS: Engine To Mower Deck: P/N 60497 Serpentine Belt: P/N60492(52") P/N 60494 (60") Engine To Hydro: P/N 61593 Hydrostatic Transmission Filter: P/N 7...
Page 35 - TROUBLESHOOTING
Page 35 TROUBLESHOOTING --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------disengage blades ----------------------------------------------------------------move steering control levers to neutral "OUT " position ---------------------------...
Page 37 - NOTES
Page 39 - DATE PURCHASED
Page 39 DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM OWNERINFORMATION DATE OIL CHANGED: DATE ENGINE TUNED: Address Name DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.A BLOUNT International Inc. Co.PO BOX 1569COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945316 251 2000FAX 316 251 4117
