Dixon D26BH54, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual D26BH54 434722 Rev 1...

Page 2: ...p engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass catcher or...

Page 3: ...h towed equipment except at the hitch point Follow the manufacturer s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment...

Page 4: ...cians and the proper tools to service or repair this tractor Please read and retain this manual The instructions will enable you to assemble and maintain your tractor properly Always observe the SAFET...

Page 5: ...5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Keys 2 Keys Slope Sheet...

Page 6: ...eration section for location and function of controls Raise attachment lift lever to its highest position Release parking brake by depressing clutch brake pedal Place freewheel control in transmission...

Page 7: ...tions are still secure and wires are properly clamped Before driving tractor be sure freewheel control is in transmission engaged position see TO TRANS PORT in the Operation section of this manual WHI...

Page 8: ...ty inform ation about hazards which can result in death serious injury and or property damage DANGER indicates a hazard which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a...

Page 9: ...NITION SWITCH Used for starting and stopping the engine G REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM ROS ON POSITION Allows operation of mower or other powered attachment while in reverse H LIGHT SWITCH Turns the headl...

Page 10: ...nd full speed fast position before stopping may cause engine to backfire Turnignitionkey F to STOP positionandremovekey Always remove key when leaving tractor to prevent unauthorized use Never use the...

Page 11: ...k has reached the minimum or maximum position may result in damagetotheelectricliftmechanism Theelec tric lift mechanism is equipped with a thermal protection system If the system overheats or fails t...

Page 12: ...g Make all turns slowly TO TRANSPORT See Fig 13 When pushing or towing your tractor be sure to disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in freewheeling position Free wheel control is locate...

Page 13: ...cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur OPERATION TO START ENGINE See Fig 3 When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel it will take extra...

Page 14: ...AUTION Never engage or disengage freewheelleverwhiletheengineisrunning To ensure proper operation and performance it is recom mended that the transmission be purged before operating tractor for the fi...

Page 15: ...e warranty on this tractor does not cover items that have beensubjectedtooperatorabuseornegligence Toreceive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual So...

Page 16: ...witch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine BLADE CARE Forbestresultsmowerbladesmustbekeptsharp Repl...

Page 17: ...ousing and other cooling shrouds Clean the cooling fins and external surfaces as necessary Ensure the cooling shrouds are reinstalled NOTE Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen dirtyorplugg...

Page 18: ...the tractor to a dry area preferably a concrete or paved area Place the attachment clutch control in the ENGAGED position to remove excess water and to help dry before putting the tractor away WARNING...

Page 19: ...and pull mower toward you until the bar falls from the hole in bracket Turn tractor steering wheel to the left as far as it will go Slide mower out from under right side of tractor TO INSTALL MOWER AN...

Page 20: ...l go and position mower on right side of tractor with deflector shield Q to the right 2 ASSEMBLEFRONTGAUGEWHEEL W TOFRONT OF MOWER See Fig 23 NOTE Depending on model bracket T may be differ ent than s...

Page 21: ...LIFT LINKS C See Fig 30 Insert rod end of rear lift link C into hole U in tractor lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link as sembly o...

Page 22: ...ppearance Readjust if necessary until you are satisfied with the results A Turn nut left to lower mower Turn nut right to raise mower Fig 33 Fig 34 PRECISION SIDE TO SIDE ADJUSTMENT See Fig 34 With al...

Page 23: ...ment lift to highest position Fig 37 V Q P M K L R P Q R P R BELT REMOVAL 1 Remove mower See TO REMOVE MOWER section in this manual NOTE Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guide...

Page 24: ...the tractor forward If the rear wheels rotate then the brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REMOVE WHEEL See Fig 39 Block up axle securely Remove axle cover retaining ring...

Page 25: ...tractor To replace reverse above procedure ENGINE TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE The throttle control has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary If adjustment is nec essar...

Page 26: ...UELSYSTEMPARTSSUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLORMETHANOL CANATTRACTMOISTUREWHICH LEA...

Page 27: ...ng 7 Faulty ignition switch 7 Check replace ignition switch 8 Faulty solenoid or starter 8 Check replace solenoid or starter 9 Faulty operator presence switch es 9 Contact an authorized service center...

Page 28: ...ed 9 Reinstall blades sharp edge down 10 Improper blades used 10 Replace with blades listed in parts manual 11 Cloggedmowerdeckventholesfrombuildup of grass leaves trash around mandrels 11 Clean aroun...

Page 29: ...never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page a...

Page 30: ...l or commercial purposes is limited to 90 days from the date of original purchase 5 This Warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted operated and maintained in accor...