Dixon 12881-106, Safety Instructions & Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Safety Instructions Operator s Manual SILVERTIP ZTR...

Page 2: ...ad 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 T...

Page 3: ...NTENTS Page SAFETY WARNING 4 15 WARRANTY 16 SPECIFICATIONS 17 CONTROLS 18 21 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 22 32 CARE MAINTENANCE 33 49 TROUBLESHOOTING 50 51 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 52 SilverTip Part Num...

Page 4: ...un Over Back Over RIDING LAWN MOWERS IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander Please read and understan...

Page 5: ...ntly 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 deat...

Page 6: ...Stop mower if anyone enters the area Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Mower blades can throw rocks or other debris Do not operate the mower without either the en...

Page 7: ...g To avoid personal injury from accidental clutch engage ment stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while...

Page 8: ...ity to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury To protect against possible tip over follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights and c...

Page 9: ...move obstacles such as rocks tree limbs wires and other foreign objects that can be thrown by mower blades Watch for holes ruts roots and bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the mower Tall grass can h...

Page 10: ...ver If front wheels lift off the ground pull levers back to stabilize the mower Discontinue mowing the slope R O P S should be in the upright operating position not folded down at all times when opera...

Page 11: ...a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the ground Do...

Page 12: ...mower free of grass leaves and other debris build up If gasoline is spilled do not attempt to start the engine Move mower away from the area of the spill Do not create any source of ignition until gas...

Page 13: ...used by static electricity Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When pra...

Page 14: ...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 may fall...

Page 15: ...ne running unless otherwise specified Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown Frequently check components Re...

Page 16: ...Warranty applies to new and unused mowers and is transferable 3 Lifetime warranty on all frames and leading edge of all fabricated welded decks 4 All Dixon warranty must be accomplished by authorized...

Page 17: ...ependentlydrivenbyaParkerpumpandwheel motor ENGINE 27HP Kohler or Kawasaki Twin Liquid Cooled 4 Cycle V Configuration OverheadValve Gasoline Horizontal Shaft Aluminum Head and Crankcase with Cast Iron...

Page 18: ...ward 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 right lever To turn right move right lever rea...

Page 19: ...Release the parking brake before moving mower Note Engage parking brake before starting engine MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER Located to the right and front of the operator Controls the cutting hei...

Page 20: ...LEVER Located on the control panel to the operator s right THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s right Controls engine speed While mowing throttle control should be set to MAX...

Page 21: ...CONTROLS 21...

Page 22: ...dismount mower without applying parking brake or stopping engine During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents BEFORE OP...

Page 23: ...The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat on the top of the hydro pumps on each side of the machine To unlock the transmission lift the seat rotate the transmission hex valve located on th...

Page 24: ...ngine starts If engine is cold slowly move choke to off as the engine warms up 7 Insert Ignition key and turn to start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position...

Page 25: ...ase park brake CAUTION Check the area to assure there is no one near 4 Engage mower blades 5 Move control levers in and operate per the control instructions on Page 18 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Turn mow...

Page 26: ...interlocks for your safety 1 The engine will not start if the mower blades are engaged 2 The engine will not start unless the steering control levers are neutral OUT position 3 The engine will stop if...

Page 27: ...attempt to start engine ENGINE SHOULD NOT START 3 In a SAFEAREA away from bystanders start the engine place throttle setting at maximum or full Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch swit...

Page 28: ...he engine speed control to the wide open or full setting 3 Place the mower deck cut height selector in either the top or second notch Never cut more than 3 4 to 1 off the grass at any one time Attempt...

Page 29: ...peller are still turning 8 Alternate mower direction This will evenlydisperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower does not seem to be...

Page 30: ...to cut grass when it is wet Wet grass will clog the underside of the deck and discharge area 3 If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut height lever in the top or second notch Initially overlap...

Page 31: ...blades throughout the cutting season As a rule of thumb never cut off more than 1 3 of the total grass blade length Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50 to 80 The following grass c...

Page 32: ...alance seat frame support rearward and down until it rests firmly on the tractor frame SPRINGS Three seat springs are provided The center spring may be removed for a softer ride TIRES Correct tire pre...

Page 33: ...in adjust bumper to approximately 1 2 thick Check crankcase oil level before each use Clean grass from hydrostat fans and radiator screen before each use Clean grass debris from muffler manifold area...

Page 34: ...urs of operation To sharpen blades proceed as follows 1 Remove bolt and flat washer mounting blade on shaft Remove blade 2 Blades should be discarded when worn excessively 3 Sharpen blade with a hand...

Page 35: ...reen must be kept clean If plugged engine may be seriously damaged by overheating BATTERY This is a maintenance free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE DO NOT rem...

Page 36: ...TENANCE 36 LUBRICATION ENGINE Follow engine manufacturer s recommendation DECK SPINDLES Lubricate with 3 shots only every 100 hours MOWER CHASSIS Lubricate with 3 shots only every 50 hours see zerk lo...

Page 37: ...60 72 The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held in proper tension by springs which push the deck assembly forward and do not require any additional adjustment to be made Note Belt de...

Page 38: ...depending on the type of engine installed on your ZTR 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 Open t...

Page 39: ...uire replacement of the oil filter These filters may be available from your local Dixon Dealer OIL FILTERS 1 Replace filter each time the oil is changed 2 Oil Filters can be obtained from your authori...

Page 40: ...Temperatures 20W50 ENGINE OIL Cold climate usage 10W40 ENGINE OIL Use engine oil with an API classification of SG CD Dixon Blue 15W 50 Synthetic Hydrostatic Fluid is specifically formulated to provid...

Page 41: ...o keep the reservoir clean Change the fluid in the reservoir and hydrostatic transmission fluid filter after the first 100 hours of use then every 500 hours after that Remove the filter and be sure al...

Page 42: ...STAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE To remove hydrostat pump drive belt The hydrostat pump drive is equipped with a spring loaded belt take up 1 Raise seat 2 Remove hold down bolts from belt cover R...

Page 43: ...o increase and counter clockwise to decrease brake holding power As the brake holding power is increased the force required on the handle to engage the brake increases 4 Set the brake for the holding...

Page 44: ...e recessed area of the fuel tank 2 Loosen the 1 2 nut on the U shaped holding bracket and swivel the headlight vertically to adjust the height of the beam Tighten the bracket nut 3 Replace headlight i...

Page 45: ...od and check to see that the drive wheels are not turning 7 Repeat steps 3 6 for the other side 8 Shut off engine before removing the blocks 9 Return the seat to the operating position To adjust neutr...

Page 46: ...ering control mechanism 2 Move the levers inboard to the operating position 3 Loosen the set screw of the clamp collars which lock the upper arms to the lower arms 4 Raise or lower the arms for desire...

Page 47: ...tor with both control levers in the full forward position 2 Stop the machine and shut off the engine 3 Adjust the forward stop of the control levers on the side which appears to be faster to limit the...

Page 48: ...travel 3 Move the tractor to a hard level surface 4 Put the mower deck in the number 3 deck height position 5 Rotate the 2 outer spindles so the blades point outboard 6 Adjust front hangers to level...

Page 49: ...r start the engine and engage the mower deck for a few minutes to disperse any water that may have accumulated in bearings pulleys or fans Note Allow mower to cool before washing If bearings are hot t...

Page 50: ...lean fuel line check fuel filter open fuel valve Faulty fuel pump consult dealer Spark plug wire loose or grounded check spark plug wires Spark plugs faulty or improperly gapped check spark plug condi...

Page 51: ...NGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON T MOVE FORWARD Drive belt broken or slipping replace drive belt Pump arm loose or disconnected tighten or reconnect Hydraulic oil system low add oil By pass valves in free whe...

Page 52: ...P N 9758 Serpentine Belt 72 P N 12033 Engine to Hydro Belt P N 12012 Hydrostatic Transmission Filter P N 18045 Air and Oil Filter Refer to engine manufacturer s manual for recommenda tions regarding...

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Page 55: ...NFORMATION Date of Purchase Mower Model Number Mower Serial Number Purchased From Name Address DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNED Dixon Industries Inc P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 620 251 2000 Fax 620...

Page 56: ...Inc DIXONINDUSTRIES INC P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 SilverTip Part No 12881 106 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cau...