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Safety Instructions and Operator’s Manual 968999545 SPEEDZTR ™ 30 ZTR ®.
2 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.
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY & WARNING ............................................. 4-15 WARRANTY ............................................................... 16 SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................... 17 CONTROLS .
SAFETY 4 Blade Contact Tip Over Run Over Back Over Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander. Please read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. WARNING ! Riding lawn movers, if improperly operated, can cause serious injury or death.
SAFETY 5 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 6 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.
WARNING 7 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.
WARNING 8 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.
WARNING 9 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.
WARNING 10 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.
WARNING 11 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.
WARNING 12 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.
WARNING 13 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.
WARNING 14 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.
WARNING 15 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.
16 DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MA TERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW . THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS W ARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REP AIR OF P ARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS W ARRANTY IS SUBJECT T O THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMIT A TIONS: 1.
SPECIFICATIONS 17 11 gauge welded steel tubular frame Body parts are made of steel 11 gauge stamped steel construction. Single 30" (76 cm) cut blade. Cut height approximately 1½ " (38mm)- 4 " (102 mm) via seven position foot pedal. Mechanical; hand lever engagement.
CONTROLS 18 CONTROL LEVERS For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. 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.
CONTROLS 19 — Fig. 2 — 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.
CONTROLS 20 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 OFF position. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: • Located on control panel to operator’s right.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 21 The safe and successful operation of the SpeedZTR 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 who does not have complete knowledge of all controls and their functions to operate the mower.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 22 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Park brake must be on, control levers in outward position and blade drive disengaged. 2. Position throttle to choke position if engine is cold. Full throttle if warm. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to START position.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 23 TOWING TRAILERS & OTHER ATTACHMENTS: Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 24 TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: The following tests should be performed at the start of each mowing day. PARK BRAKE SWITCH TEST: 1. Swing control levers to outward position. 2. Disengage blade drive. 3. Put park brake in OFF position.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 25 TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: The following tests should be performed at the start of each mowing day. BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: 1. Put park brake in ON position. 2. Swing control levers to outward position. 3. Engage blade drive.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 26 MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT: Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass. There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all the recycled or mulched clippings.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 27 MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT (continued): 7. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean. Remove all grass and dirt buildup from the underside of the pan, the baffles and deflectors after each use.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 28 MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT: In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment, please read and follow the tips listed below. 1. Read and follow the installation instructions that are included with your grass catcher.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 29 MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT (continued): 7. Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season. Some grass catching attachments require a “high-lift” blade. See your dealer for advice on the type of blade(s) needed for your mower.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 30 SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS: In order to achieve optimum performance when side discharging the grass clippings, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the Troubleshooting guide on Page 44-45.
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 31 GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS: Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet. If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch. “Initially” overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 32 Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool and remove key. Use extreme care when working on machinery. Do not wear watch or jewelry. Do not wear loose fitting clothes, and observe all common safety practices with tools.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 33 CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation. Observe proper blade position prior to removal. 1. Safely raise front of mower. 2. Hold or block blade from turning. 3. Loosen blade bolt and remove blade.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 34 ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer included in your Zero Turn Radius mower information packet. BATTERY: This is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 35 TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to the pressure listed below. Front tires 11 x 4.00 - 5 16-21 PSI (110-145 kPa) Rear tires 18 x 6.50 - 8 8-14 PSI (55-97 kPa) Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 36 Hex Head Valve Stem — Fig. 9 — CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase. 2. Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose. 3. To drain, turn hex head valve stem counter- clockwise with a 10mm wrench or socket.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 37 OIL FILL 1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis. 2. Make sure the hex stem on drain valve has been tightened. 3. Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 38 BELTS Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts showing signs of wear or cracking. BELT TENSION Transmission Drive Belt - P/N 120806 No adjustment necessary.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 39 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT Drive machine until Hydrostatic Transmissions have warmed up. With engine running and the park brake off, swing the control levers outward.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 40 — Fig. 1 1 — Front Adjuster Nut (2 places) Side-to-Side Adjustment Rear Adjuster Nut (2 Places) Front to Rear Adjustment — Fig.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 41 MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: 1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and rotate casters in the direction of forward travel. Tires should be inflated as follows. Front: 16 - 21 PSI (110-145 kPa) Rear: 8 - 14 PSI (55-97 kPa) (See Fig.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 42 DECK REMOVAL: 1. Place cut height pedal in lowest cut position. 2. Loosen belt keepers. (See Fig. 12) 3. Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley. 4. Using a slight upward twisting motion, remove link from engaging handle. 5. Lift engaging handle then remove handle down through hole in floor plate.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 43 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Keep all connections clean and tight. CLEANING THE MOWER: Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck. High pressure washing and alkaline based soaps can cause damage to bearings and other parts of the mower.
44 1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage blades Park brake not on - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - engage park brake Dead battery - - - - - - - - .
45 TROUBLESHOOTING 6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive belt Transmission oil low - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -.
46 BLADES *Hi-Lift (factory installed) - P/N 119845 Standard Lift - P/N 119844 Gator - P/N 119846 *Factory installed BELTS Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 120185 Engine to Transmission - P/N 120806 ENGINE AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Engine Operator’s Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance.
OWNER’S INFORMATION Date of Purchase ________________________________ Mower Model Number _____________________________ Mower Serial Number _____________________________ Purchased From ______________.
Dixon and ZTR® are registered trademarks of Dixon DIXON 401 Commerce Street Beatrice, NE 68310 SpeedZTR 30 Part No. 118736 WARNING ! The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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