Page 3 - Contents
Contents INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 5 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 5Towing ......................................................................... 5Operating .............................................................
Page 5 - IntRoDUCtIon
Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine’s perform...
Page 6 - Good Service; Manufacturing number; Code
Good Service Dixon’s products are sold only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. See the certific...
Page 7 - R N; personal injury or death; , particularly if the reader; IMPORTANT INFORMATION; , particularly if the reader should; syMbols anD DeCals
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. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death , particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. IM...
Page 9 - Safety Instructions; These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.; General Operation; Read, understand, and follow all instructions on; saFety
Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING mACHINE IS CAPABlE Of AmPUTATING HANDS AND fEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. fAIlURE TO OBSERVE THE fOllOWING SAfETy INSTRUCTIONS COUlD RESUlT IN SERIOUS INJURy OR DEATH. General Operation Read, underst...
Page 10 - Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
8011-520 Never take passengers WARNING! Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive system damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the m...
Page 11 - Personal Safety Equipment; make sure that you have first aid equipment close; Slope Operation; Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting a
8011-670a Personal protective equipment 6003-004 Mow up and down, not side to side WARNING! Do not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees. And do not drive across any slopes. WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be...
Page 12 - Children; Keep children out of the mowing area and in the
8011-509 Be extra cautious when driving on slopes 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 a...
Page 13 - Safe Handling of Gasoline; Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the; There is risk for burns if touched.
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.Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove g...
Page 14 - General Maintenance; Never use the machine indoors or in spaces
8011-515 Never drive the machine in an enclosed space General Maintenance Never use the machine indoors or in spaces • lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas.Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the • equipment is in safe wor...
Page 15 - Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the
6003-009 Do not smoke when performing maintenance on the battery. The battery can explode and cause serious injury/damage. 8009-728 Risk of sparking Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the • fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment is in go...
Page 16 - Transport; Maintenance
8011-514 Regularly clean deck Regularly clean deck and underside of deck, • avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water. Transport The machine is heavy and can cause serious • crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer.Use an approv...
Page 18 - Control Locations; ContRols
This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a four-stroke overhead valve engine.Transmission from the engine is made via a belt- Control Locations motion control levers 1. Parking brake 2. Throttle control 3. Blade switch 4. Ignition switch 5. Choke control 6...
Page 19 - Steering Control Levers
8050-827 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 the steering c...
Page 20 - Parking Brake; Blade Switch
Parking Brake 8061-019 Parking brake released IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower. Blade Switch In order to engage the mower deck, pull the kn...
Page 21 - Ignition Switch; 0 Amp Primary fuse; Choke Control
8061-017 Choke control Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. Fuses fuses are located on the left hand side of the machine. They are accessed by tilting the seat forward. They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in automobiles.T...
Page 22 - Fuel Tank; Risk for burns if touched.
Fuel Tank Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has two fuel tanks, just behind the seat. Each tank capacity is 5.7 gallons (22 liters). make sure the fuel caps are properly tightened and the cap gaskets are not damaged.The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane unleaded gaso...
Page 23 - Fuel Shut Off Valve; Cutting Height Adjuster
Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of the seat. The valve is off when the handle tab is turned perpendicular to the fuel line. 8011-419 Fuel shut off valve in the CLOSED position Cutting Height Adjuster The deck cutting height is obtained by pressing the foot ped...
Page 24 - Seat Adjustment Lever; Hour Meter
Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. When making adjustments, the lever under the front edge of the seat is moved to the left (as seen by the driver in the seat), after which the seat can be moved backward or forward. 8011-441 Lengthways adjustment Hour Meter The hour meter dis...
Page 25 - Training; Steering; To move forward and backward; opeRatIon
Read “Safety Instructions” 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 mo...
Page 26 - Before Starting; Read the sections Safety Instructions and; Starting the Engine; Raise the mower deck by pulling the lifting
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 position. • The...
Page 27 - move the throttle to the middle position.
move the steering controls outward to the locked (outer) neutral position. move the throttle to the middle position. 8061-020 Place controls in neutral position If the engine is cold, the choke lever should be pushed to the ON position. 8061-017 Set the throttle 8061-017 Set the choke control WARNIN...
Page 28 - Weak Battery; Jumper Cables; Connect each end of the RED cable to the; To remove cables, reverse order; Remove BlACK cable first from chassis and
8011-642 Jumper cable connection IMPORTANT INFORMATION Your mower is equipped with a 12-volt negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also be a 12-volt negative grounded system. Do not use your mower to start other vehicles. Weak Battery If your battery is too weak to start the engine, it sh...
Page 29 - Running; Release the parking brake by moving the lever
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 controls to th...
Page 30 - Operating On Hills; The slowest speed possible should be used
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 stopping or changing speed on hills. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, pull drive • levers into the neutral positi...
Page 31 - Mowing Tips; Observe and flag rocks and other fixed
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 months. for h...
Page 32 - Stopping the Engine; Disengage the mower deck by depressing the; Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot; Remove key. Always remove key when leaving
IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than “OFF” will cause the battery to be discharged. 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 fo...
Page 33 - Manually Moving Unit; Pump release valves
Manually Moving Unit Pump release valves Pump release valves are located at the front and rear of the pump. They are used to release the system so the machine may be moved by hand when not running. Tilt seat forward to gain access to the pump. The rear bypass valve sits directly opposite the front v...
Page 34 - Maintenance Schedule; Safety; MAINTENANCE; MaIntenanCe
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 an authorized service workshop is recommended to maintain your machine i...
Page 36 - Battery; Cleaning battery and terminals
Battery your mower is equipped with a maintenance free battery and 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 for 1 hour IM...
Page 37 - Safety System; The mower deck is disengaged.; Fuel Filter; move the hose clamps away from the filter.
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: The mower deck is disengaged. 1. The steering controls are in the outer, locked 2. neutral position. The parking brake is on. 3. make dail...
Page 38 - Tire Pressures
Parking Brake Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, cables, 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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must be ...
Page 39 - Deck Belt; Deck belt installation
V-belts Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks. NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation.The belts are not adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. Deck Belt Park on a level surface. Apply parking brake. 1. lower the deck...
Page 41 - Blade replacement; Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.; Cutting Blades
Blade replacement • Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. • Install new or resharpened blade with stamped “GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass (down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter housing. • Install and tighten blade bolt securely. • Torque blade bolt to 90 ft/lbs (122 Nm). I...
Page 42 - Adjusting the Mower Deck; Leveling deck; Wear heavy gloves. Turn each outer blade
Adjusting the Mower Deck Leveling deck Adjust the deck while the mower is on a level surface. make sure the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. See “Technical Data” under Transmission. If tires are under or over inflated, you cannot properly adjust your deck.four slots control the height and...
Page 43 - The
Anti-scalp rollersAnti-scalp rollers are properly adjusted when they are just slightly off of the ground when the deck is at the desired cutting height in the operating position. Anti-scalp rollers then keep the deck in the proper position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. IMPORTA...
Page 44 - Cleaning; Caster Wheels; Removal and installation of caster wheel; Hardware
Cleaning Regular cleaning and washing, especially under the mower deck, will increase the machine’s life-span. make it a habit to clean the machine directly after use (after it is cooled), before the dirt sticks.Do not spray water on the top of the mower deck. Use compressed air to clean the top sid...
Page 45 - General; lUbRICatIon
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 should be lubricat...
Page 46 - Deck Spindle
Front Wheel Mount lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk for each wheel mount, until the grease is forced out.Use only good quality bearing grease.Grease from well-known brand names (petrochemical companies) usually maintains a good quality. Front Wheel Bearings lubricate with a grease gun, one zerk ...
Page 47 - Hydraulic Pump; Fluid Change; Place an oil drain pan with a two gallon capacity; Purging; lack of power or drive after short term operation.; Disengage the brake if activated.
Hydraulic Pump Fluid Change This transaxle is designed with an external filter for ease of maintenance. To ensure constant fluid quality levels and longer life an oil filter change interval of every 200 hours is recommended. The following procedure can be performed with the pump installed in the veh...
Page 48 - tRoUblesHootInG
Problem Cause Engine will not start Blade switch is engaged. • Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position • Driver is not sitting in the driver’s seat • Parking brake is not activated • Battery is dead • Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line. • fuel supply is closed or the shuto...
Page 50 - Winter Storage; To ready the machine for storage:; Service; stoRaGe
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 function.fuel st...
Page 51 - sCHeMatICs
Page 52 - teCHnICal Data
*The power rating of the engines indicated is the average net power output (at specified rpm) of a typical production engine for the engine model measured to SAE standard J1349/ISO1585. mass production engines may differ from this value. Actual power output for the engine installed in the final mach...
Page 55 - ConFoRMIty CeRtIFICates; USA Requirements
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 labels...
Page 56 - Delivery Service; Action; seRVICe JoURnal
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 amount of oil is in the engine. q Adjust the position of ...
Page 59 - At Least Once Each Year; Replace the air filter’s paper cartridge.
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 hours). q Replace the engine oil filter (100 hours). q Check/adjust the cutting height. q Check...
