Dixon 968999564, Safety And Operating Manual

Page 1: ...BLACKBEAR ZTR Safety Instructions and Operator s Manual Models ZTR 34 968999564 ZTR 44 968999565 ZTR 34 968999566 BLACKBEAR ZTR...

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: ...T LEVER 21 BLADE DRIVE 22 CIRCUIT BREAKER 22 CHOKE AND THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 23 33 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 24 TESTING OF SAFETY SYSTEMS 25 26 ATTACHMENTS 27 30 SIDE DISCHARGE...

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: ...ially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION highlighted in yellow indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in mino...

Page 6: ...the operator Stop the blade s when crossing gravel surfaces Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place This will decrease the possibility of injury fro...

Page 7: ...o reduce the risk of tip over Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower into a trailer or truck Push do not ride the mower when load...

Page 8: ...eign objects that can be thrown by mower blades Watch for holes ruts roots and bumps and uneven terrain that could overturn the mower Tall grass can hide such obstacles Use slow speed Tires may lose t...

Page 9: ...Unstable ground may cause loss of control 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 not use grass catcher or...

Page 10: ...er free of grass leaves and other debris buildup 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 vap...

Page 11: ...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 12: ...d keep children under the watchful care of another responsible adult Be alert and turn mower off if bystanders children or pets enter the area Before and during backing look BEHIND and DOWN for small...

Page 13: ...ever make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless otherwise specified Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deterioration that could expose moving parts or allow object...

Page 14: ...Warranty applies to new mowers 3 Lifetime warranty on all frames and leading edge of all fabricated welded decks 4 All Dixon warranty must be accomplished by authorized Dixon dealers and in accordanc...

Page 15: ...ctric clutch Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Parker 10cc pump and TE0230 wheel motor Each mower is powered with either a 16HP Kawasaki or 18HP Kohler engine overhead valve air cooled gaso...

Page 16: ...ctric clutch Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Parker 10cc pump and TE0230 wheel motor Each mower is powered with either a 16HP Kawasaki or 18HP Kohler engine overhead valve air cooled gaso...

Page 17: ...ectric clutch Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Parker 10cc pump and TE0230 wheel motor Each mower is powered with either a 16HP Kawasaki or 18HP Kohler engine overhead valve air cooled gas...

Page 18: ...18 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1 Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position 2 Slide seat forward or backward 3 Release seat slide adjuster Fig 1 Seat Slide Adjuster...

Page 19: ...d 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 rearward of the left lever To turn on mo...

Page 20: ...while the control levers are in the drive position TO SET PARK BRAKE The hand operated park brake is located on the operator s left To engage brake pull lever up to the rear To release brake move lev...

Page 21: ...The four holes along the bottom of the quadrant are for one inch cut height increments 2 51mm to 5 125mm The second row of holes from the bottom are for an additional 6mm of cut height over its matin...

Page 22: ...circuit breaker If circuit breaker trips push button to reset If this condition repeats consult dealer for inspection and repair CHOKE AND THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator...

Page 23: ...mower without applying park brake or stopping engine During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents BEFORE OPERATING MOWER...

Page 24: ...s release ignition key Key will return to RUN position 4 Return choke to OFF position if applicable 5 Move throttle to maximum speed position 6 Release park brake 7 Swing levers inward 8 Operate mower...

Page 25: ...h to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start CONTROL LEVER SWITCH TEST 1 Disengage blade drive 2 Put park brake in ON position 3 Swing control levers inward 4 Turn ignition switch to STA...

Page 26: ...n over or attempt to start SEAT SWITCH TEST 1 In a safe area away from bystanders start engine 2 Leave control levers in outward position and put park brake in ON position 3 Make sure area is clear of...

Page 27: ...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 19 mm to 1 25mm off the grass at any one time At...

Page 28: ...ile blades or impeller are still turning 8 Alternate mower direction This will evenly disperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower doe...

Page 29: ...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 30: ...your dealer for more information regarding installation and adding weight to the box Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacles that might hit the catcher top while turning or backing the mower...

Page 31: ...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 Some applications may require a second cutti...

Page 32: ...tting season As a rule of thumb never cut off more than one third of the total grass blade length Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50 to 80 The following grass cut heights are bas...

Page 33: ...ocated below the seat on the front side of the hydro pumps Lift the seat frame assembly to access the release valves Use a 5 8 wrench to rotate bolt counter clockwise two full turns to disengage pump...

Page 34: ...ifold area before each use Clean grass under deck after each use Check tire pressure every 10 hours Inspect blades for sharpness every 10 hours Check hydrostatic transmission oil every 25 hours Clean...

Page 35: ...of mower 2 Hold or block blade from turning 3 Loosen blade bolt and remove blade 4 When replacing blade tighten blade bolt securely Refer to Fig 6 Tighten blade bolt to 60 ft lbs 81Nm Blades should b...

Page 36: ...r 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 disconnect ground cable f...

Page 37: ...N Engine to Mower Deck Belt 34 P N 539 117811 44 P N 539 118156 Manual adjustment Turn nut on deck eyebolt to adjust belt tension NOTE Belt deflection or movement should be approximately 6mm when meas...

Page 38: ...5 kPa Rear tires 23 x 8 5 12 8 14 PSI 55 97 kPa Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness LUBRICATION CHASSIS grease zerks LOCATIONS front wheels front caster tubes control lever...

Page 39: ...7 turns 4 After engine is drained tighten hex stem 5 Change oil filter 6 Fill with oil see steps below NOTE Refer to engine manufacturer s recommendations for frequency of oil changes OIL FILL 1 Clean...

Page 40: ...W 50 Synthetic Hydrostatic Oil or if not available Normal Operating Temperatures 20W50 engine oil Cold climate usage 10W40 engine oil Use engine oil with an API classification of SG CD IMPORTANT OIL F...

Page 41: ...Oil or a quality SAE 20W 50 motor oil DO NOT OVERFILL When checking the oil level be very careful to keep the reservoir clean Change the oil in the reservoir and hydrostat transmission oil filter aft...

Page 42: ...and threads 4 With steering control arms in the outward neutral position start the engine and run at fast idle 5 Adjust the neutral position by turning the control rod coupler until the hubs do not ro...

Page 43: ...110 145 kPa Rear 8 14 lbs maximum 55 97 kPa NOTE To insure accuracy of leveling procedure mower deck drive belt must be installed prior to leveling deck 2 Wear heavy gloves Turn each outer blade tip t...

Page 44: ...nce again Blade tips should be level in a side to side manner In the rear blade tips should be level to 1 8 higher than side to side measurement In the front blade tips should be level to 1 8 lower th...

Page 45: ...cut position and support deck with blocks 3 Remove nut from each of the four hanger bolts suspended from chains Remove hanger bolts from deck slots 4 Remove hardware attaching trailer arms to rear of...

Page 46: ...your 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...

Page 47: ...uel and or clean or replace fuel filters 3 HARD TO START ENGINE Fuel line clogged clean fuel line and check fuel filter 4 ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT Water in fuel drain old fuel replace with new fuel...

Page 48: ...ED Operator not on seat sit on seat Faulty interlock system consult dealer Faulty blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by foreign material cl...

Page 49: ...539 117843 Standard Lift Fusion P N 539 117842 Gator Fusion P N 539 117841 Transmission Belt P N 539 118012 Deck Belt P N 539 118156 Factory installed ENGINE AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Engine Operat...

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Page 52: ...ixon DIXON 401 Commerce Street Beatrice NE 68310 SpeedZTR Black Bear Part No 539 118101R1 WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause canc...