Dixon ZEETER, Safety & Operation Manual

Page 1: ...Model Year 2005 Safety Instructions Operator s Manual ZEETER...

Page 2: ...read 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 control...

Page 3: ...ONTENTS Page SAFETY WARNING 4 15 WARRANTY 16 SPECIFICATIONS 17 CONTROLS 18 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 23 33 CARE MAINTENANCE 34 45 TROUBLESHOOTING 46 47 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST 48 ZEETER Part Numbe...

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: ...ntly hazardous 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 deat...

Page 6: ...Stop mower if anyone enters the area Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Mower blades can throw rocks or other debris Do not operate the mower without either the en...

Page 7: ...g To avoid personal injury from accidental clutch engage ment stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the mower while...

Page 8: ...safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury To protect against possible tip over follow the manufacturer s recommendation for wheel weights and counterweights Maintain or repla...

Page 9: ...move obstacles such as rocks tree limbs wires and other foreign objects that can be thrown by mower blades Watch for holes ruts roots and bumps Uneven terrain could overturn the mower Tall grass can h...

Page 10: ...caution when operating the mower with attachments to prevent tip over or roll over If front wheels lift off the ground pull levers back to stabilize the mower Discontinue mowing the slope SLOPE OPERA...

Page 11: ...over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Do not mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the g...

Page 12: ...mower free of grass leaves and other debris build up 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...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...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 Never carry children They may fall...

Page 15: ...ents 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 allow objects to be thrown F...

Page 16: ...5 Warranty labor reimbursement to dealers based on published Dixon flat rate schedule 6 Warranty does not apply to damage in transit or incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The use...

Page 17: ...engagement TRANSMISSION Each rear wheel is independently driven by chain and sprockets through a friction mechanical drive ENGINE 11HP Briggs Stratton I C 4 cycle single cylinder air cooled gasoline v...

Page 18: ...ing 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 mower s ow...

Page 19: ...ng brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position Engage parking brake before starting engine TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located on the right side of...

Page 20: ...maintenance instructions 2 Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual 3 Check engine oil 4 Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place 5 Be sure parking brake is on 6 Be sur...

Page 21: ...drive levers to control braking turning speed and direction On initial operation set throttle speed to slow Operate with mower blade in OFF position To avoid over controlling the mower use a light tou...

Page 22: ...right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting Throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck bla...

Page 23: ...knowl edge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their funct...

Page 24: ...en operated for a period of time 3 Insert ignition key and turn to start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position 4 Move throttle from choke to maximum speed po...

Page 25: ...rn over or attempt to start SEAT SWITCH TEST a In a safe area away from bystanders start the engine b Engage blade drive switch c Raise slightly off seat Engine should STOP NOTE If any safety check fa...

Page 26: ...he 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 3 4 to 1 off the grass at any one time Attempt...

Page 27: ...peller are still turning 8 Alternate mower direction This will evenlydisperse the mulched grass clippings over the lawn for even fertilization If the mulching quality of the mower does not seem to be...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...Watch for low hanging 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...

Page 30: ...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 second notch Initially overlap...

Page 31: ...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 grass c...

Page 32: ...heck deck drive belt after 20 hours break 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...

Page 33: ...DANGEROUS 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...

Page 34: ...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 discon nect ground cable f...

Page 35: ...5 grease zerks LOCATIONS 1 each front wheel caster 1 each front wheel hub 1 each mower deck hub SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation or once per season RECOMMENDED Name brand wheel bearing G...

Page 36: ...justment Engine to Mower Deck Belt manual clutch P N 7725 No adjustment required TIRES Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower Check tire pressure periodically Inflate...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...GINE OIL 1 The oil drain valve is located on the lower left side of the engine crankcase 2 Place a suitable container under the drain valve 3 To drain remove plug from 90 degree fitting 4 After engine...

Page 39: ...2 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recom mended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature NOTE Engine oil changes on the ZEETER mower will require replacement of the oil filter These...

Page 40: ...k 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 blade so tips align with the deck in a front to r...

Page 41: ...CARE AND MAINTENANCE 41 Illustration A IllustrationB...

Page 42: ...t tighten the nut on top of the rubber spring until the chain has approximately 1 4 movement up and down when measured at mid point Refer to Illustration B page 41 NOTE Adjust rear drive chains after...

Page 43: ...down through hole in lower fender 6 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from one end of deck support cross shaft Note location of remain ing shim washers used between chassis and mower deck pan arms Sl...

Page 44: ...aler There are a number of simple owner service items which greatly influence the performance of the drive system 1 Front and rear tires must be inflated to proper specifications 2 Rear drive chain te...

Page 45: ...ck P N 7725 Engine to Transmission P N 7650 ENGINE AIR AND OIL FILTERS Refer to Engine Operator s Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your en...

Page 46: ...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 r...

Page 47: ...ck system consult dealer Fauty blade spindle bearing consult dealer Deck drive belt not properly routed reroute Blades blocked by foreign material clean under deck 9 DRIVE SYSTEM Mower pulls to side c...

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Page 51: ...NFORMATION Date of Purchase Mower Model Number Mower Serial Number Purchased From Name Address DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNED Dixon Industries Inc P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 620 251 2000 Fax 620...

Page 52: ...s Inc DIXON INDUSTRIES INC P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 ZEETER Part No 14295 0804 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cau...