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1999 Operator's Manual
6000
SERIES
FORWARD MOUNT
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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 start to use the mower, read the operator's manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls. ® ® The information in this operator's manual applies to all Dixon ZTR 6000 Series Commercial Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any questions. See your dealer for warran
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INDEX SAFETY ..........................................................Pages 4-9 WARRANTY POLICY .....................................Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................Page 11 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS......... Page 12 CONTROLS ....................................................Pages 13-16 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS.......................Pages 17-21 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..........................Pages 22-34 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST.............Page 35 TROUBLESHO
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SAFETY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... BLADE CONTACT TIP-OVER RUNOVER BACK-OVER ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Page 4
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SAFETY SAFETY SYMBOLS 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 potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor o
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SAFETY This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet, and throwing objects. 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 mower. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade
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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 Dixon ZTR - never up or down. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the mower. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Tires may
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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 the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area. • Before and during backing, look behind and DOWN for small children. • Never carry children. They ma
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SAFETY SERVICE: • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the mower indoors. Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electrici
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DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT company AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 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 from date of purchase. Commercial Application: Dixon mowers used for commercial application are warranted for 1 year from the date of purchase or 400 hours whichever comes first. Commercial use is sp
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SPECIFICATIONS 6000 Series Forward Mount CHASSIS: Sheet metal construction frame BODY: Folded sheet metal. Seat lifts up for access to battery and belt service. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell foam TM padded back and arm rests, upholstered with Cordura water-repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: 2 Decks are available. 60" & 48" are made of 12 GA fabricated welded construction with 10 GA reinforcement plate. 3 blades combine for
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 6000 Series 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster. Page 12
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CONTROLS CONTROL LOCATIONS Steering Controls Parking Brake Lever Blade Clutch Switch Choke Ignition Key Engine Throttle Light Switch Blade Height Adjust Lever Page 13
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CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. Engage parking brake before starting engine CAUTION TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at right hand side of mower. To engage brake, pull rearward. To release brake, move lever forward. NOTE: Always set parking brake before dismounting. Release parking brake before moving mower. HYDRO-GEAR DRIVE SYSTEM: Allows
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CONTROLS (LEFT TURN OPPOSITE) 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 rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of the right lever. To turn "square corners" move lever of desired direction to neutral. To turn on mower's own axis (zero tu
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CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: Located on the control panel to the operator's right. To engage blades pull switch up. To disengage blades push switch down. CIRCUIT BREAKER: Located on the control panel to the operator's right. Protection of the electrical system is by (2) 30 amp circuit breakers. If circuit breaker trips, push button to reset. If this condition repeats, consult dealer for inspection and repair. MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Located to the right and front of the operator. Controls the
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the 6000 Series will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions. During initial operation, "learning to drive", set throttle at slow speed. Sound judgement by the owner will prevent accidents. TOWING Towing a trailer or other attach
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST: With parking brake in the ON position, start the engine. With the engine running, pull one control lever out of the neutral position. The engine should stop. Repeat for the other control lever, then repeat pulling both control levers out of neutral at the same time. In all cases the engine should stop. BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: (Electric Clutch or Manual Drive) a. With either electric blade drive switch tur
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cold Engine 1. Push choke control lever fully forward. 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 engine starts to warm up, slowly move choke control lever to the fully closed position. 5. Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. 6. Engine must be
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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. Key will return to "Run" position. 3. Move throttle control lever to wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. NOTE: Model ZTR 6025 may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time. 4. Engine must b
