Dixon SPEEDZTR ZTR 36, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Model Year 2004 ZTR SPEEDZTR...

Page 2: ...not a toy or a recreational vehicle Before you start to use the mower read the operator s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls The information contained in this manual app...

Page 3: ...Warranty Policy 13 Specifications 14 Seat Adjustment Instructions 15 Controls 16 18 Operation Instructions 19 29 Care Maintenance 30 42 Standard Service Parts List 43 44 Troubleshooting 45 46 Speedzt...

Page 4: ...ver Run Over Back Over SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander read and understand this manual...

Page 5: ...rdous 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 death or seri...

Page 6: ...the blade Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Stop mower if anyone enters the area Never carry passengers Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary Always look down and be...

Page 7: ...or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators shoul...

Page 8: ...Dixon ZTR never up or down Remove obstacles such as rocks tree limbs etc Watch for holes ruts or bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the mower Tall grass can hide obstacles Use slow speed Tires may lo...

Page 9: ...O NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary and then turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is o...

Page 10: ...sion caused 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 W...

Page 11: ...arting Never make adjustments 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 all...

Page 12: ...out of the mowing area and under the 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...

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Page 14: ...lube with spin on filter Speedztr 36 14 5 HP Briggs Stratton Intek single cylinder overhead valve air cooled gasoline vertical shaft with cast iron cylinder pressure lube with spin on filter Starting...

Page 15: ...SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Speedztr 1 Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position 2 Slide seat forward or backward 3 Release seat slide adjuster 15...

Page 16: ...NING 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 rearward of the...

Page 17: ...tarting engine TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the left side of the front panel To engage brake pull lever up To release brake move lever down NOTE Always set parkin...

Page 18: ...on and repair THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting Throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open set...

Page 19: ...ctions 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 manufacturer s operating and ma...

Page 20: ...ition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start CONTROL LEVER SWITCH TEST a Disengage blade drive switch b Put parking brake in ON position c Swing control levers in d Turn ignit...

Page 21: ...start SEAT SWITCH TEST a In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine b Leave levers swung out and parking brake OFF c Engage blade drive d Raise slightly off seat ENGINE SHOULD STOP NOTE If...

Page 22: ...Never attempt to move the lever with the engine running Push the hydro release levers inboard of the rear tires until flange is held in place by the key hole slot Release parking brake To engage the...

Page 23: ...4 Move throttle from choke to desired speed position 5 Release parking brake 6 Swing levers in 7 Operate the mower per the CONTROL instructions on Page 16 CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclo...

Page 24: ...ower 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 Attempting to cut more grass will result in the deck plugging and cause the e...

Page 25: ...clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower does not seem to be satisfactory try one or more of the following tips a Raise the height of cut setting on your mow...

Page 26: ...grass is tall place the mower deck cut height selector in the top or second notch Initially overlap cutting swaths instead of a full swath with each pass 4 Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean F...

Page 27: ...g 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 muffler of the engi...

Page 28: ...or full setting 2 Do Not Attempt 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...

Page 29: ...ting 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 cut heights are based on a...

Page 30: ...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 grass under deck after each use Check tire pres...

Page 31: ...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 first and reconnect last Cha...

Page 32: ...EROUS 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 1 Sa...

Page 33: ...e Belt P N 6109 Manual adjustment Refer to illustration below Engine to Mower Deck Belt P N 6111 Manual adjustment Refer to illustration below 36 Deck Engine to Mower Deck Belt P N 61515 Manual adjust...

Page 34: ...sed between chassis and mower deck plates Slide shaft from chassis and mower deck 4 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from each deck L rod Remove L rods from lift arms At this point deck will drop dow...

Page 35: ...CARE MAINTENANCE DECK REMOVAL continued 36 42 35...

Page 36: ...he discharge side of the mower Retain this measurement Move to the opposite side and check to see if that measurement is the same If adjustment is required turn nut on one or both of the rear L rods u...

Page 37: ...MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE continued NOTE This will place the mower deck in a base measurement position Additional adjustment may be required to achieve desired cut for the type of grass or condit...

Page 38: ...of the engine crankcase 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 tur...

Page 39: ...2 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature NOTE Engine oil changes on the Speedztr Models will require replacement of the oil filter Thes...

Page 40: ...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 on ends o...

Page 41: ...grease zerks 42 LOCATIONS 1 each front wheel caster 1 each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation or once per season RECOMMENDED GREASE Name brand wheel bearing or multi purpose...

Page 42: ...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 are...

Page 43: ...N 8688 Standard Lo Lift P N 6236 Belts Engine to Mower Deck P N 6111 Serpentine P N 6109 Engine to Transmission P N 16108 36 Deck Blades Hi Lift P N 8688 Standard Lo Lift P N 6236 Belts Engine to Mowe...

Page 44: ...al for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Refer to the Briggs Stratton Engine Operator s Man...

Page 45: ...efuel and or 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 dra...

Page 46: ...r 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 under d...

Page 47: ...ATE ENGINE TUNED 47 DIXON INDUSTRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 FAX 620 251 4117 OWNER S INFORMATION Date of Purchase Mower Model Number Mowe...

Page 48: ...om this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Inc DIXON INDUS...