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OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ZTR-301, 302 MOWER
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IMPORTANT! 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. Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a check-out ride, and answer any questions. READ CAREFULLY You have purchased a top quality lawn mower that has been inspected at the factory and found to be
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This lawn mower is warranted for one(1) year from date of delivery against all defects in materials and workmanship. Lawn mowers used for commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery. (Lawn mowers other than those used only at residence of owner are considered as commercial service.) Each new mower is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Our obligation, under this warranty, shall be
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SERIAL NUMBERS The lawn mower has two serial numbers: Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2. Wear appropriate, safe clothing when mowing — close-fitting BEFORE MOWING: jeans or slacks and heavy leather or safety shoes with rough 1. Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer, to save soles. Never use any kind of mower with bare feet or open money and prevent injury. Consult your dealer before
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across walks or objects that project above the surface. 9. When the 11. Never run the engine indoors; the fumes are dangerous. mower is not in use, turn the engine off; never leave the engine running 12. Before backing your Dixon mower, stop, turn around, and unattended. Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weight-sensitive look. switch that kills the engine when operator leaves the seat while blades 13. Gasoline fumes are explosive; use only approved gasoline are engaged. containers to
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ing rope as soon as engine starts. To stop engine turn key to BRAKING: "OFF" position. To brake mower, move both levers in direction opposite of travel, 5. Set engine to desired speed by adjusting throttle control. (Suggest release levers to neutral, set parking brake. When stopping on set at slow speed during initial operation.) incline, it may be necessary to hold slight pressure on levers in 6. NOTE SAFETY FEATURE: Engine stops automatically if direction opposite of slope, until parki
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ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE CAUTION: DISMOUNTING. 5. During initial "Break In" period, the oil level should be checked 9. Parking Brake: often. 6. Check oil level every five operating hours or each time mower Parking brake is hand operated and is located at right-hand is used. side of mower. To disengage move lever forward. To engage 7. Change oil every 25 operating hours or sooner if equipment is brake pull lever to the rear. Always set parking brake before dismounting. Be
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chain life. Replace chain when rollers become loose, chain breaks, BODY REMOVAL FOR ZTR-301 / 302 1. Disconnect throttle cable from engine by loosening clamp on or chain fails to operate properly. WHEELS AND TIRES engine and disconnecting cable. Correct tire pressure is essential to correct operation of the mower. 2. Disconnect two (2) switch loom plugs, one going to engine wires The correct pressure for the drive tires is 14 -16 Ibs. Lug nuts and one going to frame wire loom. Plugs are
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SPARE PARTS See your dealer for ordering spare parts or warranty service. REMOVING AND REINSTALLING MOWER DECK 1. Remove engaging handle by removing bolt and nut under handle. 2. Disconnect mower deck wire loom from frame wire loom. 3. Loosen belt keeper located under engine by loosening two (2) rear engine mount bolts to allow mower deck drive belt to come free of rear pulley. Retighten belt keeper. 4. Remove six (6) attach pins and clips from four (4) mower deck attach points and
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Part No. Name Part No. Name Part No. Name 30-1039 Lower Lift Link 30-2201 Lower Control Lever - Left 30-2418 Long Brake Rod 30-1043 Battery Strap 30-2202 Lower Control Lever - Right 30-2419 Throttle Control 30-1501R Upper Control Lever - Right 30-2203 Wheel Hub & Sprocket Assembly 30-2421 Model Decal, ZTR-301 30-1501L Upper Control Lever - Left 30-2209 Lower Lever Pin 30-2422 Name Decal, ZTR-301/302 30-1507 Wheel/Mower Deck Bearing 30-2212 Lift Tie Rod 30--2425 Tumbuckle 30-1530 Bellcrank
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Part No. Name Part No. Name Part No. Name 30-5009L Cradle - Left 30-2506 Support Assembly - Right 30-3025 1/4 x 1" Spiral Pin 30-5009R Cradle - Right 30-2507L Support - Left 30-3026 1/4 x 1-1/2" Spiral Pin 30-5012 Cradle Shaft 30-2507R Support - Right 30-3029 Grommet 30-5013 Frame Shaft 30-2509 Support Shaft 30-3032 1/2" Lockwasher 30-5015 24 T Sprocket 30-2514 Torque Rod Stiffener - RH 30-3042 Pivot Bolt Locknut (7/16-14) 30-5016 Cone (Set of Two) 30-2515 Torque Rod Stiffener - LH
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OWNER INFORMATION
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Dixon and ZTR are the trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc., Box 494, Coffeyville, Kansas 67337 Form No. 1449-177 LITHO IN U.S.A.
