Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ZTR 4518 Dixon
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4500 Series ZTR® Model Year 2004.
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.
3 INDEX Page Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Seat Adjustment Instructions.
4 Blade Contact Tip Over Run Over Back Over SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander.
5 Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow 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.
6 F ailure to observe the f o llowing 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 .
7 GENERAL OPERATION (continued): Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog- ging chute. Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. W atch for traf fic when operating near or crossing roadways.
8 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 requires 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.
9 SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO (continued): Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.
10 SERVICE: Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container . Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke while refueling.
11 SERVICE (continued): Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic. 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 .
12 CHILDREN: 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.
13 DIXON LIMITED W ARRANT Y POLICY RESIDENTIAL HYDRO DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MA TERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FOR REPLACEMENT OR REP AIR OF P AR TS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMIT A TIONS.
14 Model ZTR 4515, 4516 & 4518 Chassis: T win 12 gauge side frames and 7 gauge tr ansmission and engine base plate. Body: All body parts made of high density polyethylene.
15 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Models ZTR 4515, 4516 & 4518 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward.
16 CONTROL LEVERS Note: 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. • T o incr ease speed, move lev ers further forward. TO GO BACKWARDS • From neutral position, gently pull control levers toward you.
17 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. The engine will stop if the parking brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position.
18 BLADE DRIVE: • Located on the control panel, on operator’s right. • T o engage the mower blade, pull up on the switch. • T o disengage mower blade, push down. CIRCUIT BREAKER: • Protection of the electrical system is by (1) 15 amp circuit br eaker .
19 The safe and successful operation of the 4500 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 func- tions.
20 TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS: T owing a trailer or other at tachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable. Limit loads to 250 pounds or less with this mower . TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (Unlock Transmission): Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) lever .
21 P ARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST : a ) Swing out control levers b) Disengage blade drive switch c ) Put parking brake in OFF position d) T urn ignition switch to ST AR T Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.
22 BL ADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST : a ) Put parking brake in ON position. b) Swing out control levers. c ) Engage blade drive switch. d) T urn ignition switch to ST ART . Engine should not turn over or attempt to start. SEA T SWIT CH TEST : a ) In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders, start the engine.
23 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (4515 & 4516): 1. Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out, and blade drive disengaged. 2. Move throttle control to “choke” position if engine is cold, full throttle if warm. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position.
24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (4518): 1 . Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out, and blade drive disengaged. 2. Engage choke to full position if engine is cold, full throttle if warm. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position.
25 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. CAUTION Be sure that the deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute.
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.
27 MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT ( continued): 6. Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean. Remove all grass and dirt build-up from the underside of the pan, the baffles and deflectors after each use. 7 . Alternate mower direction. This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization.
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 . Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. 2. Do Not At tempt T o Cut Grass When It I s W et.
29 CAUTION •W atch for low hanging br anches or other obstacles which might hit the catcher top while turning or backing the mower . •Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass bags into the frame or “hot” exhaust muffler of the engine.
30 GRASS HEIGHT & 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.
31 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine, allow to cool & 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.
32 ENGINE: For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Z ero T urn R adius mower information packet. BATTERY: •This is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked.
33 CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safet y . Wear hea vy , thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade, avoid the sharp edge of the blade.
34 BELTS: Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be in poor condition. BELT TENSION: 42” Deck Mower Deck Serpentine Belt-P/N 6109 Manual adjustment. Re fer to illustration below . Engine to Mower Deck Belt-P/N 5861 Auto tensioner with spring loaded idler .
35 FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENT 1 . Drive machine until hydrostats have warmed up. 2 . Drive on a smooth, level surface with both levers in top speed position. 3 . If one side now drives slightly faster than the other , adjust lever stop washer P/N 5760 on that side to reduce forward range of control lever .
36 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT DRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATS HAVE WARMED UP. WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE OFF, SWING OUT THE CONTROL LEVERS. IF MACHINE STARTS TO CREEP, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. 1. Stop the engine, engage parking brake and raise rear of frame with jack or blocks so that rear tires do not contact the ground.
37 NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (continued) 4. Stop engine and remove rear of machine from jack or blocks. 5. Drive machine with both levers in top speed position. If one side now drives slightly f aster than the other , adjust lever stop washer P/N 5760 on that side to reduce forward r ange of control lever .
38 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: 1 . Place mower on a smooth, level surface and check tire pressures to insure correct stance. Tires should be inflated as follows. Front: 16 - 21 lbs Rear: 8 - 14 lbs 2 . T urn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a side to side manner .
39 MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE (continued): NOTE: This will place the mower deck in a base measurement position. Additional adjustment may be required to achieve desired cut for the type of grass or conditions involved.
40 DECK REMOVAL: 1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position. 2. Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removed from idler pulley and electric clutch pulley . 3. Remove hair pin cotter and washer from one end of deck support cross shaft. Note location of remaining shim washers used between chassis and mower deck plates.
41 LUBRICATION: CHASSIS: (5) grease zerks LOCA TIONS: (1) each front wheel caster (1) each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50 hours of operation or once per season. RECOMMENDED GREASE: Name brand wheel bearing or multi-purpose grease (3 pumps each) BRAKE SYSTEM: Use penetrating lubrication to keep all brake parts func- tioning smoothly .
42 CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: 1 . The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase (Model 4515 & 4518) and on the right side of the engine crankcase (Model 4516). 2 . Place a suitable container under the drain valve hose.
43 CARE & MAINTENANCE HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil. OIL FILL: 1 . Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis. 2 . Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.
44 CARE & MAINTENANCE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Keep all connections clean and tight. CLEANING THE MOWER: W ash 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 .
45 NOTES CARE & MAINTENANCE.
46 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 42” Deck ~Blades~ Hi-Lift - P/N 8688 (Standard) Lo-Lift - P/N 6236 ~Belts~ Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 5861 Serpentine - P/N 6109 Engine to T r ansmission - P/N 5768 50.
47 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTERS Re fer to Briggs & Str at ton Engine Operator’ s Manual fo r correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance. Protect your engine investment, use only original equipment filters.
48 1. ENGINE WON’ T TURN OVER Mower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage blades Parking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - engage parking brake Circuit breaker .
49 TROUBLESHOOTING 6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’ T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive belt T r ansmission oil low- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - .
50 NOTES.
Name Address DA TE OIL CHANGED DA TE ENGINE TUNED DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT International Inc. Co. P .O. Box 1569 Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945 620-251-2000 F AX 620-251-4117 OWNER’S INFORMATION .
ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers ZTR®Mowers Dixon® and ZTR® are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc. DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT International Inc. Co. P .O. Box 1569 Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945 620-251-2000 4500 Series 4515, 4516 & 4518 Part No.
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