Dixon SPEEDZTR 36/965882201 SPEEDZTR 44 / 965882301 SPEEDZTR 48 / 965882401, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...981001 SPEEDZTR 46 965882001 SPEEDZTR 54 965882101 SPEEDZTR 36 965882201 SPEEDZTR 44 965882301 SPEEDZTR 48 965882401 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instru...

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: ...Safety System 37 Engine Cooling Air Intake 38 Throttle Cable 38 Choke Cable 38 Air Filter 39 Kawasaki Engine 39 Kohler Engine 40 Briggs Stratton Engine 19 HP 41 Briggs Stratton Engine 22 HP 43 Fuel Fi...

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

Page 5: ...ning 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 ch...

Page 6: ...wing professional Manufacturing Number The machine s manufacturing number can be found on the printed plate affixed to the right in the engine compartment Stated on the plate from the top are The mach...

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: ...s age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselv...

Page 11: ...es are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Operation on all slopes requires extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if...

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: ...e exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide an odorless poisonous and lethal gas Stop to inspect the equipment if you run over or into anything If necessary make repairs before starting Never make adjustm...

Page 16: ...tening devices such as bands chains or straps when transporting Do not operate this machine on public roadways Check and abide by local traffic regulations before transporting the machine on any road...

Page 17: ...orse power Motion Control Levers 1 Lift Lever 2 Choke Control 3 Throttle 4 Blade Switch 5 Ignition Switch 6 Seat Adjustment Lever 7 Bypass Linkage 8 Fuel Tank 9 Parking Brake 10 1 2 8 4 6 3 5 4 7 10 T...

Page 18: ...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 steering control forward from its neu...

Page 19: ...mile 8050 165 Seat adjustment Bypass Linkage Unlocking Transmission When pushing or pulling the mower engage the EZT Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle bypass linkages The EZT bypass linkages are located...

Page 20: ...the fuel system of an engine while in storage To avoid engine problems the fuel system should be emptied before storage of 30 days or longer Drain the gas tank start the engine and let it run until t...

Page 21: ...trol Choke Control The choke is used for cold starts to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture Pull the choke control knob up Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed an...

Page 22: ...nning Blade Switch In order to engage the mower deck pull the knob out the mower blades are disengaged when the knob is depressed IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when app...

Page 23: ...same type used in automobiles There are two fuses with ratings and functions 20 Amp Primary fuse 7 5 Amp Mower deck coupling Fuel Shut Off Valve The fuel shut off valve is located at the left rear of...

Page 24: ...it under its own power the operator must be in the seat start engine see Before Starting in Operation section adjust engine speed to idle disengage parking brake do not engage blades at this time rota...

Page 25: ...blade switch for engaging the mower blades must be depressed The parking brake must be on Both steering controls must be in the locked outer neutral position Starting the Engine Sit on the seat Raise...

Page 26: ...outward to the locked outer neutral position 8050 817 1 Set the throttle Move the throttle to the middle position If the engine is cold pull the choke control knob up 8061 020 Place controls in neutr...

Page 27: ...cer birth defects or other reproductive system damage The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which is a odorless colorless poisonous gas Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces Set the desired...

Page 28: ...y taking care not to short against chassis Connect one end of the BLACK cable to the 2 NEGATIVE terminal of the fully charged battery Connect the other end of the BLACK cable to 3 a good CHASSIS GROUN...

Page 29: ...anti scalp rollers should be evenly adjusted 8058 020 Released parking brake WARNING Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch Make sure the work area is free from objects that could...

Page 30: ...the other steering control forward from its neutral position IMPORTANT INFORMATION Control levers return to neutral when released This may cause the mower to suddenly stop Operating On Hills Read the...

Page 31: ...e 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 without poor mowing results Av...

Page 32: ...ch IMPORTANT INFORMATION Leaving the ignition switch in any other position than OFF will cause the battery to be discharged 88011 668 Disengage the mower deck Raise the mower deck by depressing the bu...

Page 33: ...the rear engine guard Raise the deck into the highest cutting position 1 Pull the EZT bypass linkages up and out of 2 the keyhole slots Release the levers with the head outside the frame and held in t...

Page 34: ...acement are required more often 3 Performed by authorized service workshop Check the parking brake Check the engine s oil level every refueling Check the safety system Check for fuel and oil leakages...

Page 35: ...es replace every 50 hours 2 In dusty conditions cleaning and replacement are required more often 3 Performed by authorized service workshop Described in this manual Not described in this manual Check...

Page 36: ...he old battery Reinstall battery hold down and secure with 7 nuts removed in Step 5 First connect RED battery cable to positive 8 battery terminal with hex bolt and hex nut Connect BLACK grounding cab...

Page 37: ...y System The machine is equipped with a safety system that prevents starting or driving under the following conditions The engine can only be started when The mower deck is disengaged The steering con...

Page 38: ...ted in the 2 correct hole in the lower lever see illustration Push the throttle cable s outer casing as far to 3 the left as possible and tighten the clamping screw Choke Cable If the engine produces...

Page 39: ...r Tap the paper filter against a fixed surface to remove dust If the paper filter is still dirty it must be replaced To refit the filter Check that the seal on the bottom of the paper 1 filter is whol...

Page 40: ...r do not wring Allow the precleaner to air dry Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil 4 Squeeze out all excess oil Servicing Paper Element Check the paper element every 50 hours of operation more...

Page 41: ...to 2 prevent debris from getting into the engine when the element is removed 8009 409 Remove air filter element Lift out the filter element Replace a dirty bent 3 or damaged element with a new one Han...

Page 42: ...ut the precleaner from the fan 4 housing Clean the fan housing so debris does not fall into the carburetor Install a new precleaner and the new or 5 cleaned air filter element into the fan housing Ali...

Page 43: ...and the exhaust system become very hot during operation Risk for burns if touched Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two 2 minutes Remove the foam filter precleaner Clean 3 the foam filt...

Page 44: ...ow pointing up toward the carburetor If necessary a soap solution can be applied to the filter ends to ease mounting Move the hose clamps back toward the filter 4 8009 146 Fuel filter 8009 147 Fuel pu...

Page 45: ...ery 100 hours of operation Check for severe 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...

Page 46: ...rotation tab into slot on clutch Secure clutch install wire Reinstall the deck belt onto the electric clutch belt see Deck Belt Removal in this section of the manual 8011 764 1 Clutch pulley 2 Deck be...

Page 47: ...sing Blade attachment 1 2 3 Cutting Blades In order to attain the best mowing effect it is important that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nick...

Page 48: ...urement is the same If adjustment is required with a or adjustable wrench turn the lift link adjustment nuts on either side counter clockwise to lower or clockwise to raise Adjust until both side to s...

Page 49: ...T INFORMATION The anti scalp rollers must not be used for gauge wheels or the roller and deck may be damaged 8050 830 Anti scalp rollers IMPORTANT INFORMATION DO NOT add any type of tire liner or foam...

Page 50: ...water on the top of the mower deck Use compressed air to clean the top side of mower deck Regularly clean deck and underside of the deck with normal water pressure Do not use a high pressure washer or...

Page 51: ...should be lubricated twice 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 8050 836 Wipe away excess grea...

Page 52: ...ing grease 8011 731 Lubricating the front wheels 8011 732 Deck spindle IMPORTANT INFORMATION Use minimal lubrication and remove excess lubricant so that is does not come into contact with belts or bel...

Page 53: ...r WARNING Engine oil can be very hot if it is drained directly after stopping the engine Allow the engine to cool to a safe temperature before draining Engine Oil Levels Check the oil level in the eng...

Page 54: ...il in accordance with Checking the Oil Level Start the engine Run it for 3 5 minutes Stop and recheck the oil level Cables If possible grease both ends of the cables and move the controls to end stop...

Page 55: ...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 56: ...ing 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 Contac...

Page 57: ...d far away from open flame Never use gasoline for cleaning Use a degreaser and warm water instead To ready the machine for storage follow these steps Thoroughly clean the machine especially under 1 th...

Page 58: ...AMP TO ENGINE PIGTAIL KEY SWITCH POSITIONS POSITION 1 OFF POSITION 2 RUN1 POSITION 3 RUN2 POSITION 4 START YEL BRN BRN YEL BRAKE SW BLU BRN BRN PUR BRN GRY GRN BLK PUR BLK BLK BLK PUR WHT WHT GRN BLK...

Page 59: ...bs Nm ft lbs Nm ft lbs Nm M4 1 5 2 2 2 3 2 7 3 6 M5 3 4 4 5 6 5 2 7 M6 5 2 7 7 5 10 8 2 11 M7 8 2 11 12 16 15 20 M8 13 5 18 18 8 25 21 8 29 M10 24 32 35 2 47 43 5 58 M12 43 5 58 62 2 83 75 100 M14 70...

Page 60: ...anol 10 max MTBE 15 Fuel tank capacity 4 5 gallon 17 liters 4 5 gallon 17 liters Spark plugs gap Champion RCJ8Y 030 0 75 mm Champion RC12YC 030 0 75 mm Cooling Air cooling Air cooling Air filter Stand...

Page 61: ...ndard Standard Hinged armrests Yes Yes Blade engagement Electric clutch Electric clutch Deck construction 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts Stamped Productivity Output 2 26 acres hr 9173 m2 hr 2 37 acres hr...

Page 62: ...el tank capacity 4 5 gallon 17 liters 4 5 gallon 17 liters Spark plugs gap Champion RC12YC 030 0 75 mm Champion RC12YC 030 0 75 mm Cooling Air cooling Air cooling Air filter Standard Standard Alternat...

Page 63: ...inged armrests No Yes Blade engagement Electric clutch Electric clutch Deck construction Stamped 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts Productivity Output 2 78 acres hr 11250 m2 hr 1 85 acres hr 7487 m2 hr Overa...

Page 64: ...TBE 15 Fuel tank capacity 4 5 gallon 17 liters 4 5 gallon 17 liters Spark plugs gap Champion RC12YC 030 0 75 mm NGK BPR4ES 030 0 75 mm Cooling Air cooling Air cooling Air filter Standard Standard Alte...

Page 65: ...Yes Hour meter Standard Standard Blade engagement Electric clutch Electric clutch Deck construction 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts 11 gauge w 10 gauge skirts Productivity Output 2 26 acres h 9173 m2 h 2...

Page 66: ...ents This is also applicable to special requirements for any of the states California emission rules etc Do not remove any of these labels Certificates can also be supplied with the machine at deliver...

Page 67: ...lished Dixon flat rate schedule 5 Warranty does not apply to damage in transit or incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The 6 use of parts or components other than those supplied by D...

Page 68: ...wer deck adjustment 10 Check 11 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 func...

Page 69: ...DIXON 69 SERVICE JOURNAL Action Date mtr reading stamp sign After the First 5 8 Hours 1 Change engine oil...

Page 70: ...rvice 1 Check the fuel pump s 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...

Page 71: ...gn 50 Hour Service 1 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 accord...

Page 72: ...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 Clean the cooling fins on the engine and transmission 7 Check V belts...

Page 73: ...h the customer as to which additional work is to be carried out 2 Perform the 25 hour service 3 Perform the 50 hour service 4 Perform the 100 hour service 5 Check adjust the mower deck 6 Clean the com...

Page 74: ...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 adjust the parking brake 50 hours 8 Clean Change t...

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