Dixon 44 MAG, Safety And Operating Manual

Page 1: ...Model Year 2005 Residential Mowers RAM 42 RAM 44 RAM 50 Commercial Mowers RAM 44 MAG RAM 50 MAG Safety Instructions Operator s Manual RAM SERIES...

Page 2: ...d 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 Th...

Page 3: ...ETY WARNING 4 15 WARRANTY 16 17 SPECIFICATIONS 18 19 SEATADJUSTMENT 20 CONTROLS 21 24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 25 35 CARE MAINTENANCE 36 48 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 49 50 TROUBLESHOOTING 51 52 RAM SE...

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: ...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 counterweights Maintain or repla...

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: ...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 Discontinue mowing the slope SLOPE OPERA...

Page 11: ...over if 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 g...

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: ...ents or repairs with the engine 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 F...

Page 16: ...rantylaborreimbursementtodealersbasedonpublishedDixon flatrateschedule 6 Warranty does not apply to damage in transit or incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The use of parts or comp...

Page 17: ...s parts and labor in residential use applications d Warranty applies to new and unused mowers and is transferable 3 All Dixon warranty must be accomplished by authorized Dixon dealers and in accordanc...

Page 18: ...ft cast iron cylinder full pressure lube with spin on filter RAM 44 50 22 HP Briggs Stratton ELS twin cylinder overhead valve air cooled gasoline full pressure lube with oil filter vertical shaft alum...

Page 19: ...Engine Each mower 44 or 50 is powered with either a 19 HP Kawasaki 20 HP Honda or a 20 HP Kohler twin cylinder engine overhead valve air cooled gasoline full pressure lube with oil filter vertical sh...

Page 20: ...2 Loosen four seat bolts P N 3224 and slide seat to desired position 3 Tighten seat bolts DO NOT operate mower without seat bolts properly tightened 4 Lower seat assembly 44 and 50 Models 1 Grasp seat...

Page 21: ...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 22: ...TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the left hand side between the operators seat and the fuel tank To engage brake pull lever up to the rear To release brake move leve...

Page 23: ...amp circuit breaker If circuit breaker trips push button to reset If this condition repeats consult dealer for inspection and repair THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s righ...

Page 24: ...n of foot pedal until the bottom of the foot pedal engages in deck positioning notch To lower deck push forward with right foot on top portion of foot pedal until bottom edge of foot pedal disengages...

Page 25: ...l controls and their func tions During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read engine manufa...

Page 26: ...ted for a period of time 3 Insert ignition key and turn to start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position 4 Return choke to off position if applicable 5 Move th...

Page 27: ...INE Unlock Transmission Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release free wheel lever Never attempt to move the lever with the engine running Lift seat to access release lev...

Page 28: ...ve switch b Put parking brake in ON position c Swing control levers inward d Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start NOTE If any safety check fails do not operate...

Page 29: ...a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine b Leave control levers in outward position and put parking brake ON position c Engage blade drive d Raise slightly off seat ENGINE SHOULD STOP NOTE I...

Page 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...nderside of the deck and the attachment chutes Empty bags often to prevent plugging 4 If the grass is tall place the mower deck cut height selector in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting...

Page 33: ...Watch for low hanging branches 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...

Page 34: ...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 35: ...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 36: ...k deck serpentine belt after 20 hours break in Check crankcase oil level before each use Clean grass debris from muffler manifold area before each use Check air intake screen after each use Clean gras...

Page 37: ...DANGEROUS DO NOT USE BLADE IN THIS CONDITION When notch starts discard blade New Blade Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation Observe proper blade position prior to removal...

Page 38: ...Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water Identify each cable so they can be reconnected to the correct terminal Disconnect cables from terminals ALWAYS discon nect ground cable f...

Page 39: ...1 lbs Rear tires 42 18 x 8 50 8 8 14 lbs Rear tires 44 50 18 x 9 50 8 8 14 lbs Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness LUBRICATION CHASSIS 11 grease zerks LOCATIONS 2 each fron...

Page 40: ...illustration on Page 41 Engine to Mower Deck Belt P N 5861 No adjustment required 44 Deck Mower Deck Serpentine Belt P N 9236 Manual adjustment Refer to illustration on Page 41 Engine to Mower Deck Be...

Page 41: ...CARE AND MAINTENANCE 41 Idler Weldment L Rod Idler Shock Mount Hex Nut Tighten or Loosen Hex Nut to achieve this dimension 3 4 42 44 50 Serpentine BELT TENSION MANUAL ADJUSTMENT 42 44 50...

Page 42: ...rankcase 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 to full open approximately 7 turns 4 After engi...

Page 43: ...any spilled oil from engine and chassis 2 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recom mended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature NOTE Engine oil changes on the RAM Series Models will...

Page 44: ...ers start the engine and release the parking brake 3 Raise the seat to access hydro control linkage If right wheel creeps adjust right side linkage and vice versa Use procedure below a Loosen jam nuts...

Page 45: ...CARE AND MAINTENANCE 45 Illustration A Illustration B...

Page 46: ...same If adjustment is required turn nut on one or both of the front L rods until both measurements are equal 4 Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a front to rear manner 5 Measure fro...

Page 47: ...our mower 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 a...

Page 48: ...pedal into the highest cut position and latch in place As a safety precaution insert clevis pin in nearest hole at rear of foot pedal Belt can now be removed from mower deck pulley 2 Remove front han...

Page 49: ...Hi Lift Fusion P N 13918 Super Hi Lift Fusion P N 13867 Hi Lift P N 13943 Standard Lift Fusion P N 13945 Standard Lift P N 13944 Gator P N 13947 50 Deck Hi Lift Fusion P N 13919 Super Hi Lift Fusion 1...

Page 50: ...ne to Mower Deck P N 17423 Serpentine P N 1300 Engine to Transmission P N 16108 ENGINE AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Engine Operator s Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and ai...

Page 51: ...clean or replace fuel filters 3 HARD TO START ENGINE Fuel line clogged clean fuel line and check fuel filter Faulty fuel pump consult dealer 4 ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT Water in fuel drain old fuel r...

Page 52: ...ator not on seat sit on seat Faulty interlock system consult dealer Fauty blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by foreign material clean unde...

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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 DIXON INDUSTRIES INC P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 RAM Series Part No 17823 0704 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to c...