Dixon 966985301, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...5 KOH 966985401 Ram Ultra 72 27 KOH 968999724 Ram Ultra 52 25 KOH BF 966985302 Ram Ultra 61 25 KOH BF 966985402 Ram Ultra 72 27 KOH BF 968999773 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make su...

Page 2: ...ication Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions Use only original parts for repairs The use of other parts voids the warranty Do not modify or...

Page 3: ...ping the Engine 31 Moving by Hand 32 Pump Release Valves 32 Maintenance 33 Maintenance Schedule 33 Battery 35 Ignition System 36 Safety System 36 Engine Cooling Air Intake 37 Throttle Cable 37 Choke C...

Page 4: ...d and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance English 4 WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known t...

Page 5: ...ng equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways Towing If machine is equipped with a tow hitch use extreme caution when towing Never allow chil...

Page 6: ...machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the right side in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The machine s type designation I D The manufa...

Page 7: ...ial for misuse or misassembly WARNING Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx xx xxxxxxxx xxxx...

Page 8: ...rom no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10 maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety wa...

Page 9: ...se unless absolutely necessary Always look down and behind before and while backing Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may...

Page 10: ...ights or counterweights Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual Local laws may regulate the age of the user Keep machine free of grass leaves or other deb...

Page 11: ...obstacles Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope Do not mow on wet grass Tires may lose traction Avoid starting stopping or turning on a slope If the tires lose...

Page 12: ...n the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area Before and while backing look behind and down for small children Never carry...

Page 13: ...e ground If this is not possible refuel such equipment with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container open...

Page 14: ...ularly to be sure it works properly The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates protective cowlings safety switches or other protective devices Do not change the setti...

Page 15: ...ng If necessary make repairs before starting Never make adjustments with the engine running The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufac...

Page 16: ...turn off the fuel supply and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices such as bands chains or straps when transporting Do not operate this machine on public roadways Check and abide by local...

Page 17: ...Parking brake 2 Throttle control 3 Blade switch 4 Ignition switch 5 Choke control 6 1 2 6 10 9 8 4 5 12 7 3 11 Fuses 7 Fuel tank cap 8 Fuel shut off valve 9 Deck lift 10 Seat adjustment lever 11 Hour...

Page 18: ...The rotation of the right wheel is reduced and the machine turns to the right Zero turn can be achieved by moving one control backward behind the neutral position and carefully moving the other steer...

Page 19: ...The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades assuming the blade switch is pulled out see Engaging the Mower Deck In order to increase or decrease the...

Page 20: ...g the seat forward They are flat pin fuses of the same type used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 A Primary fuse 7 5 A Mower deck coupling 8061 017 Ignition switch 8061...

Page 21: ...an attract moisture which leads to separation and formation of acids during storage Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should...

Page 22: ...pedal and allow it to pivot while the lift arm rotates to the rear of the unit To stop in the desired cutting position rotate the foot pedal down into the notch in the height plate The cutting height...

Page 23: ...seat after which the seat can be moved backward or forward 8011 441 Lengthways adjustment Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time It will flash CHG OIL Change Oil at 50 hour inter...

Page 24: ...uld push mower see Moving by Hand in the Operation section to an open flat area without other people or vehicles obstacles nearby In order to move unit under its own power the operator must be in the...

Page 25: ...itions must be fulfilled before the engine can be started The driver must be seated on the seat The blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on Both steer...

Page 26: ...tion If the engine is cold the choke lever should be pushed to the ON position 8061 017 Set the choke control WARNING Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered...

Page 27: ...nnect each end of the RED cable to the POSITIVE terminal on each battery taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged batte...

Page 28: ...he machine s speed and direction are 7 continuously variable using the two steering controls When both controls are in the neutral position the machine stands still By moving both controls an equal am...

Page 29: ...not drive up or down hills with slopes greater than 10 degrees Do not drive across slopes The slowest speed possible should be used before starting up or down hills Avoid stopping or changing speed on...

Page 30: ...ained by mowing often The lawn becomes more even and the grass clippings more evenly distributed over the mown area The total time taken is not increased as a higher operating speed can be used withou...

Page 31: ...fouling Disengage the mower deck by depressing the blade switch 8061 017 Disengage the mower deck and move throttle to minimum Raise the mower deck by pressing the foot pedal forward to the transport...

Page 32: ...rear of the pump They are used to release the system so the machine may be moved by hand when not running Tilt seat forward to gain access to the pump The rear bypass valve sits directly opposite the...

Page 33: ...arrester Maintenance Before After Daily Weekly At least once each year Maintenance interval in hours 25 50 100 300 Maintenance Schedule The following is a list of maintenance procedures that must be p...

Page 34: ...placement are required more often 3 Performed by authorized service workshop Described in this manual Not described in this manual Check adjust throttle and choke cables Check the condition of belts b...

Page 35: ...in 48 min 90 min 12 2V 50 45 min 75 min 95 min 180 min 12 0V 25 65 min 115 min 145 min 280 min 11 8V 0 85 min 150 min 195 min 370 min Charging time depends on battery capacity condition age temperatur...

Page 36: ...plugs can cause overheating and damage the engine Tightening the spark plugs too hard can damage the threads in the cylinder head 8011 054 Measure the electrode gap Safety System The machine is equip...

Page 37: ...position 2 Check that the throttle cable is mounted in the correct hole in the lower lever see illustration 3 Push the throttle cable s outer casing as far to the right as possible and tighten the cl...

Page 38: ...or remove as an assembly for servicing Make sure the base and the sealing area is clean before reassembly is performed Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent 3 Rinse the precleaner thorough...

Page 39: ...the hose ends Position the filter with the FLOW arrow pointing up toward the fuel pump If necessary a soap solution can be applied to the filter ends to ease mounting 4 Move the hose clamps back towar...

Page 40: ...cracking and large nicks NOTE The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation The belts are not adjustable Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine mus...

Page 41: ...ulley that is located on the engine shaft Route the belt forward between the EZT E Series 2 Zeroturn Transaxles and up onto the deck Place belt around spring loaded idler pulley 3 Wrap the belt around...

Page 42: ...age the parking brake Belt removal Remove the deck belt see Deck Belt Removal 1 in this section of the manual Remove clutch stop to access the belt 2 Disconnect clutch wire 3 Create slack in the belt...

Page 43: ...d grass down or THIS SIDE UP facing deck and cutter housing Install and tighten blade bolt securely Torque blade bolt to 45 55 ft lbs 60 75 Nm IMPORTANT INFORMATION Special blade bolt is heat treated...

Page 44: ...ts control the height and pitch of the mower deck The deck should be adjusted slightly higher in the rear NOTE To insure accuracy of leveling procedure mower deck drive belt must be installed prior to...

Page 45: ...tions IMPORTANT INFORMATION Adjust anti scalp rollers with the mower on a flat level surface IMPORTANT INFORMATION The anti scalp rollers must not be used for gauge wheels or the roller and deck may b...

Page 46: ...rranty Removal and installation of caster wheel Remove nut and caster bolt Pull the wheel out of the fork and take care of the sleeve Install in reverse order Tighten caster bolt Hardware Check daily...

Page 47: ...ce weekly 12 12 Every year 1 52 Every Week 1 365 Every day Lubricate with grease gun Oil change Filter change Lubricate with oil can Level check Change transaxles transmission filters 8011 672 6 Wipe...

Page 48: ...it must be replaced Front Wheel Mount Lubricate with a grease gun one zerk for each wheel mount until the grease is forced out Use only good quality bearing grease Grease from well known brand names p...

Page 49: ...t is drained directly after stopping the engine Allow the engine to cool to a safe temperature first Engine Oil Filter Drain the engine oil in accordance with the work description under the heading En...

Page 50: ...e when the machine is standing level and the engine is stopped Remove the dipstick wipe it clean and then replace it The dipstick should be screwed into place Take the dipstick out again and read the...

Page 51: ...containers and dispose of it in accordance with laws in your area Remove the cap from the pump s expansion tank 5 located on the vehicle frame Fill reservoir with SAE 10W30 oil to just above 6 the MIN...

Page 52: ...ontact of the battery terminal cable connections Blown fuse Fault in the starter safety circuit See Checking the Safety System in the Maintenance Section Engine runs rough Faulty carburetor Choke cont...

Page 53: ...ng brake on Bypass valve on pump open Drive belt for the transmission slack or has come off Air trapped in hydraulic system Mower deck not engaging Drive belt for the mower deck has come loose Contact...

Page 54: ...tanks or add a fuel stabilizer Start 4 the engine and allow it to run until the carburetor is drained of fuel or the stabilizer has reached the carburetor Remove the spark plug and pour about a 5 tab...

Page 55: ...schematic Dixon 55...

Page 56: ...Fuel tank capacity 5 2 gallons 19 7 liters 5 2 gallons 19 7 liters Spark plugs gap Champion RCY12YC 030 0 75 mm Champion RCY12YC 030 0 75 mm Cooling Air cooled Air cooled Air filter Standard Standard...

Page 57: ...Rests Yes Yes Hour Meter Standard Standard Blade Engagement Electromagnetic clutch Electromagnetic clutch Deck Construction 11 gauge fabricated 11 gauge fabricated Productivity Productivity 4 acres h...

Page 58: ...in 87 octane unleaded Max ethanol 10 Max MTBE 15 Fuel tank capacity 5 2 gallons 19 7 liters Spark plugs gap Champion RCY12YC 030 0 75 mm Cooling Air cooled Air filter Standard Alternator 12V Starter E...

Page 59: ...Sprung Seat Standard Hinged Arm Rests Yes Hour Meter Standard Blade Engagement Electromagnetic clutch Deck Construction 11 gauge fabricated Productivity Productivity 5 8 acres h 23472 m2 h Dimension...

Page 60: ...s Nm Shank Size Diameter in inches fine or coarse thread 9 12 13 18 5 16 18 24 28 38 24 33 3 8 31 42 46 62 40 54 7 16 50 68 75 108 75 102 115 156 9 16 110 150 165 224 5 8 150 203 225 305 250 339 370 5...

Page 61: ...ny of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at delivery or written in the Engine manual Take care of them as the...

Page 62: ...warranty must be accomplished by authorized Dixon dealers and in accordance with Dixon warranty policy and allowances All warranty claims must be submitted to Dixon for approval 4 Warranty labor reimb...

Page 63: ...he mower deck adjustment 11 Check The safety switch for the parking brake The safety switch for the mower deck The safety switch in the seat The safety switch in the steering controls Parking brake fu...

Page 64: ...64 Dixon SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign After the First 5 8 Hours 1 Change engine oil...

Page 65: ...Service 1 Check the engine air filter 2 Sharpen Replace mower blades if required 3 Check the tire pressures 4 Check battery with cables 5 Lubricate according to lubrication chart 6 Check clean the en...

Page 66: ...Perform the 25 hour service 2 Clean replace the air cleaner s filter cartridge paper filter shorter intervals for dusty operating conditions 3 Change engine oil 4 Lubricate according to lubrication c...

Page 67: ...hour service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Change the engine oil filter 4 Clean replace the spark plugs 5 Replace the fuel filter 6 Check V belts 7 Check tighten caster wheel axle bolts every 200 ho...

Page 68: ...ur Service 1 Perform the 25 hour service 2 Perform the 50 hour service 3 Perform the 100 hour service 4 Check adjust the mower deck 5 Clean the combustion chamber and grind the valve seats 6 Check the...

Page 69: ...air cleaner s pre filter foam 300 hours 3 Replace the air filter s paper cartridge 4 Change the engine oil 50 hours 5 Replace the engine oil filter 100 hours 6 Check adjust the cutting height 7 Check...

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