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SPEEDZTR 30
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ZTR
Safety Instructions
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Operator’s Manual
968999545
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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 toy or a recreational vehicle. Before you use the mower, read this Operator’s Manual carefully. It contains valuable information that is necessary for the safe operation of the machine. Observe all safety rules and become completely familiar with the controls. The information contained in this manual applies to all Dixon ZTR SpeedZTR™30 mowers
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY & WARNING ............................................. 4-15 WARRANTY ............................................................... 16 SPECIFICATIONS...................................................... 17 CONTROLS........................................................... 18-20 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.............................. 21-31 CARE & MAINTENANCE ...................................... 32-43 TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................... 44-45
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SAFETY Riding lawn movers, if improperly operated, WARNING ! can cause serious injury or death. Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander. Please read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Blade Contact Tip Over Run Over Back Over 4
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SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol ! When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow the recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. 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 which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION (highlighted in yellow) indicates a potentially
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: Read, understand, and follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower before starting. In this operator’s manual, left and right, backward and forward are used in relation to the machine’s normal driving direction. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower. Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION (continued): Never leave a running mower unattended. Always turn off blades, set Park Brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Disengage blade(s) when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION (continued): Always wear eye protection when operating machine. Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower- related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. SLOPE OPERATION: Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-con- trol and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel unsure on any slope, do not mow it! DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR -- never up or down. This will decrease the risk of tip-over. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, wires and other forei
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Use extreme caution when operating the mower with attachments to prevent tip-over or roll-over. If front wheels lift off the ground, pull levers back to stabilize the mower. Discontinue mowing the slope! 10
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphill turns may cause tip-over. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unstable ground may cause loss of control. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding. Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. FIRE HAZARDS: Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Store all fuel in approved containers specifically designed for that purpose. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Do not smoke while refueling or operating the mower. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leave
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. FIRE HAZARDS (continued): To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flames away from battery. Keep electrical connections clean and tight. Inspect them often. Loose connections and corrosion increase fire risk. Before disconnecting the negative ground cable, make sure all switches are off. This decreases the chance of sparking and fire. Use care when backing to avoid pushing the gr
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND PETS: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children, bystanders and pets. Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity. NEVER assume children, bystanders and pets will stay where they were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. Keep bystanders and pets out of the mowing area and keep children under the watchful
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WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions WARNING ! could result in serious injury or death. SERVICE: Never run a mower inside a closed area or without proper ventilation. Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the
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® ® DIXON ZTR RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICY SpeedZTR™ & RAM 42 - Residential Mowers DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS: 1. RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION - (used only at owner’s primary place of residence): a. Two Years - 100% parts and labor subject to the conditions and
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SPECIFICATIONS SpeedZTR™ 30 Chassis: 11 gauge welded steel tubular frame Body: Body parts are made of steel Mower Deck: 11 gauge stamped steel construction. Single 30" (76 cm) cut blade. Cut height approximately 1½" (38mm)- 4" (102 mm) via seven position foot pedal. Blade Drive: Mechanical; hand lever engagement. Transmission: Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Hydro Gear EZT self contained hydrostatic drive. Engine: 13 HP Briggs & Stratton Intek, 4-cycle, single cylinder, air-cooled,
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CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. LEFT TURN —Fig. 1— OPPOSITE TO GO FORWARD From neutral position, gently push control levers forward. To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARDS From neutral position, gently pull control levers toward you. TURNING Turning is controlled by moving one control lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of the righ
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CONTROLS PARK BRAKE: The park brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. The engine will stop if the park brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position. Engage park brake before CAUTION ! starting engine. —Fig. 2— TO SET PARK BRAKE: The hand operated park brake is located on the operator’s right. To engage brake, pull lever up (to the rear). To release brake, move lever forward (down). NOTE: A
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CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: Located on the operator’s left. To engage the mower blade, turn lever on floor slowly to the ON position. To disengage mower blade, turn lever to —Fig. 3— OFF position. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: Located on control panel to operator’s right. Throttle control for engine speed. Choke for engine starting. Throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed while mowing. MOWER
