Dixon ZTR 4000 series, Operator'S Manual

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Page 2: ...d the operator s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls The information in this operator s manual applies to all Dixon ZTR 4000 Series Model Mowers Your Dixon dealer will gl...

Page 3: ...IFICATIONS SEAT ADJUSTMENT CONTROLS OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CARE AND MAINTENANCE STANDARD PARTS LIST TROUBLESHOOTING Pages 1 6 Page 7 Page 8 9 Page 10 Pages 11 15 Pages 16 21 Pages 22 30 Page 31 Pages...

Page 4: ...RIDINGLAWNMOWERS IFIMPROPERLYOPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Themost common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETY BLADE CONTACT RUN OVER TIP OVER RUN OVER Page 1...

Page 5: ...imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious inj...

Page 6: ...e backing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place Slow down before turning Ne...

Page 7: ...tachments 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 slope If tires l...

Page 8: ...t 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 N...

Page 9: ...pect the equipment if you strike an object Repair if necessary before restarting Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running Grass catcher components are subject to wear damage and deter...

Page 10: ...anty does not apply to damage in transit or incidents of misuse negligence accidents or alteration The use of parts or components other than those supplied by Dixon Industries Inc VOIDS ALL WARRANTY 7...

Page 11: ...Single Cylinder Air Cooled Gasoline Vertical Shaft With Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve Electric by key switch operation with safety interlock blade drive Front 410 X 3 50X4 ribbed tread Rear 18X9 50X8Turf...

Page 12: ...lve Air Cooled Gasoline Vertical Shaft With Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve Oil Pump With Integral Oil Filter 15 HP Kohler Command 15 4 Cycle Single Cylinder Overhead Valve Air Cpoled Gasoline Pressure Lubr...

Page 13: ...djustment knobs P N 3978 and slide seat forward or backward to desired position Re lighten seat adjustment knobs P N 3978 Models ZTR 4423 ZTR 4424 Loosen five nuts P N 3205 and slide seat forward or b...

Page 14: ...CONTROLS Page 11...

Page 15: ...CONTROLS Page 12...

Page 16: ...ng brake before starting engine Do not leave engine running for extended periods of time without the parking brake engaged Damage to the drive system could result TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operate...

Page 17: ...on to neutral To turn on mower s own axis zero turning radius stop and move o ne lever to reverse position and the other to forward position BRAKING To brake mower move both levers in direction opposi...

Page 18: ...HEIGHT LIFT LEVER Located to the right and front of operator Controls the cutting height Eight positions of adjustment Move lever in and forward to lower Move lever in and back to raise NOTE Always us...

Page 19: ...eir functions During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed Sound judgement by the owner will prevent accidents BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read engine manufacturer s operating an...

Page 20: ...n On position engine should not turn over or attempt to start when key switch is moved to the start position b In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine place throttle setting at maximum or...

Page 21: ...le from Choke to desired speed position NOTE While mowing blade s engaged throttle control should be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mo...

Page 22: ...y on first cuttings or if the lawn is heavily fertilized 4 Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet Mulching performance will be very poor under wet grass conditions 5 Maintain A Sharp Blade Through...

Page 23: ...5 Use only the correct blade s Some grass catching attachments require a high lift blade See your dealer for advice on the type of blade s needed for your mower 6 Maintain Sharp Blade s Throughout The...

Page 24: ...swath with each pass Some applications may require a second cutting 4 Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will allow the clippings to discharge correctl...

Page 25: ...is or each 40 hours of use 1 Drive Chain 2 Drive system belts and controls 3 Mower deck belts 4 Tire pressures 5 Tightness of all nuts and bolts 6 Battery fluid level 7 Engine Oil Before performing an...

Page 26: ...oper blade position prior to removal 1 Safely raise front of mower 2 Hold or block blade from turning 3 Loosen blade nut and remove blade 4 Tighten blade nut securely Refer to diagram Wear heavy thick...

Page 27: ...ment of the belt idler will be observed both during engagement of the electric blade clutch and actual operation of the mower deck NOTE Engagement of the el ectric blade clutch switch may produce a sh...

Page 28: ...deck pan arms Slide shaft from chassis and mower deck 4 Remove hair pin cotter and washer from each deck adjustment rod Carefully push each link toward the inside of the mower chassis At this point d...

Page 29: ...red or not in use LUBRICATION CHASSIS LOCATIONS SERVICE INTERVALS RECOMMENDED GREASE Number of grease zerks used 4 1 each front wheel caster and each front wheel hub Every 50 hours of operation Name b...

Page 30: ...o engine manufacturers recommendations for frequency of oil changes 2 Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis 3 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer...

Page 31: ...3 Tightness of all controls and linkages pertaining to the drive levers 4 Lubrication of both primary and final drive chains The use of a high quality chain lubricant is highly recommended REAR CHAIN...

Page 32: ...rive chain tension 3 Tightness of all controls and linkages pertaining to the drive levers 4 Lubrication of both primary and final drive chains The use of a high quality chain lubricant is highly reco...

Page 33: ...replacement parts warranty or service PLEASE HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT BY AVOIDING ALL CHEMICALS WHICH MAY DAMAGE OR CAUSE HARM TO PLANTS AND ANIMALS IN YOUR AREA WHEELS AND TIRES Front Tires Fron...

Page 34: ...gine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Model ZTR 4421 13HP Pre Cleaner Foam Element P N 272 403 Cartridge Air Cleaner P N 493 90...

Page 35: ...js also available to provide assistance to you Poor cut quality Loose engine to mower deck belt Refer to pages 24 25 Poor cut quality Engine RPM too low Increase engine RPM to maximum Poor cut quality...

Page 36: ...DRIVE SYSTEM SITUATION CAUSES REMEDY Mower pulls to one Drive adjustment Consult your dealer for repair side or the other Poor driving Operation of mower Review operators section performance of owners...

Page 37: ...ing operated Increase engine RPM at too low an RPM Contact your dealer for information NOTE Electrical system failures are generally simple in nature always check the obvious first and then move onto...

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Page 39: ...California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Inc Dixon Industries Inc Part No 8950 ABLOUNT International Inc Company...