Dixon Zeeter Classic ZTR 2002, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ZTR OPERATOR S MANUAL 4500 SERIES 2002...

Page 2: ...ot 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 appl...

Page 3: ...11 Warranty Policy 12 Specifications 13 Seat Adjustment Instructions 14 Controls 15 17 Operation Instructions 18 29 Care Maintenance 30 42 Standard Service Parts List 43 Troubleshooting 44 45 4500 Ser...

Page 4: ...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 to prevent injuries BLADE CONTACT TIP OVER RUN O...

Page 5: ...s injury WARNING highlighted in orange indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION highlighted in yellow indicates a potentially ha...

Page 6: ...d up and thrown by 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 Alway...

Page 7: ...wear safety goggles 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 Th...

Page 8: ...or other attachments These can change the stability of the mower Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction Avoid starting or stopping on a slop...

Page 9: ...children 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...

Page 10: ...t fire and explosion 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...

Page 11: ...rting 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 allo...

Page 12: ...for transportation of mower to and from an authorized Dixon dealer s place of business b Routine maintenance or adjustments c Belts cutting blades Hydro Gear filters d Engines All engines used on Dixo...

Page 13: ...rk Plugs AVS Anti vibration System and extended warranty Model 4516K 16 HP Kohler Command 460 cc Single Cylinder Overhead Valve Air Cooled Gasoline Pressure Lubricated with oil filter Vertical Shaft A...

Page 14: ...16K 4518K 1 Raise and push seat assembly forward 2 Loosen five nuts and slide seat forward or backward to desired position 3 Re tighten nuts DO NOT operate mower without seat adjustments properly tigh...

Page 15: ...s toward you TURNING 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...

Page 16: ...e before starting engine TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the right fender To engage brake pull lever up to the rear To release brake move lever forward down NOTE Alw...

Page 17: ...el to operator s right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting omit for 4518K Throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engin...

Page 18: ...ll controls and their functions 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 manufa...

Page 19: ...nlock Transmission Rotate hydro release lever on top of right hydro until it is held in Place by the by pass keeper Release parking brake To engage the transmission pull by pass keeper toward rear of...

Page 20: ...de drive switch c Put parking brake in OFF position d Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start CONTROL LEVER SWITCH TEST a Disengage blade drive switch b Put parki...

Page 21: ...ition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start SEAT SWITCH TEST a In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine b Leave levers swung out and parking brake ON c Engage bla...

Page 22: ...Key will return to run position 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 15 CAUTION Do no...

Page 23: ...ll return to run position 4 Move throttle to desired speed position 5 Release parking brake 6 Swing levers in 7 Operate the mower per the CONTROL instructions on Page 15 CAUTION Do not operate the eng...

Page 24: ...control to the wide open 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...

Page 25: ...rp blades throughout the cutting 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 gras...

Page 26: ...r full setting 2 Place the mower 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 d...

Page 27: ...isperse the mulched grass 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...

Page 28: ...prevent plugging 3 If the 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...

Page 29: ...tachment bolts tight Do Not operate the mower with the grass catching attachment partially removed Important Do Not leave clippings in the bags while the mower is stored Damp grass clippings are a fir...

Page 30: ...r loose f Do not wear loose fitting clothes itting clothes itting clothes itting clothes itting clothes and obser and obser and obser and obser and observe all common safety practices with tools ve al...

Page 31: ...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 fir...

Page 32: ...vely DANGEROUS DONOTUSE BLADEINTHIS CONDITION When notch starts discard blade NewBlade Check sharpness of mower blades after every 10 hours of operation Observe proper blade position prior to removal...

Page 33: ...Engine to Mower Deck Belt P N 5861 Auto tensioner with spring loaded idler No adjustment required 50 Deck Mower Deck Serpentine Belt P N 1300 Manual adjustment Refer to illustration below Engine to M...

Page 34: ...he 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 but do not remove t...

Page 35: ...remove rear of machine from jack or blocks 6 Drive machine with both levers in top speed position If one side now drives slightly faster than the other adjust lever stop washer P N 5760 on that side...

Page 36: ...level surface with both levers in top speed position 3 If one side now drives slightly faster than the other adjust lever stop washer P N 5760 on that side to reduce forward range of control lever If...

Page 37: ...nd check to see if that measurement is the same If adjustment is required turn nut on one or both of the rear L rods until both measurements are equal 4 Turn each outer blade tip to align with the dec...

Page 38: ...tween 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 down 5 Ca...

Page 39: ...iner under the drain valve The fitting of a short piece of hose will help direct the oil 3 To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with a 10mm wrench or socket Open to full open approximat...

Page 40: ...3 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature NOTE Engine oil changes on the 4500 Series Models will require replacement of the oil filter...

Page 41: ...el hub 1 each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE Name brand wheel bearing or multi purpose grease Once per season or 50 hours of operation 3 pumps each BRA...

Page 42: ...are hot they will draw moisture inside as they dry and cause corrosion SERIAL NUMBERS The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine WARRANTY Refer to Warranty Registration Form P N 8288 PART...

Page 43: ...n Engine Operator s Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Air Filter Pre Cleaner Kit...

Page 44: ...r 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 drain old fuel...

Page 45: ...WHEN BLADES ARE ENGAGED Operator not on seat sit on seat Faulty interlock system consult dealer Bad blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by f...

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Page 48: ...TRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 4500 Series 4515B 4516K 4518K Part No 13088 1001 W W W W WARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING The engine exha...