Dixon ZTR 4423, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...4000 SERIES ZTR MOWERS Operator s Manual 2001 ...

Page 2: ...perator 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 gladly answer any questions DIXON INDUSTRIES INC A BLOUNT International Inc Co PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY See your dealer for warranty service parts and repairs...

Page 3: ...TY POLICY Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS Page 11 SEAT ADJUSTMENT Page 12 CONTROLS Pages 13 15 OPERATIONINSTRUCTIONS Pages 16 21 CAREANDMAINTENANCE Pages 22 30 STANDARD PARTS LIST Page 31 TROUBLESHOOTING Pages 32 34 4000 Series Part No 13087 0400 ...

Page 4: ...ERS 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 SAFETY BLADE CONTACT RUN OVER BACK OVER TIP OVER ...

Page 5: ...ices SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol BE ALERT to the potential for injury Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices Danger indicates an 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 injury ...

Page 6: ...o not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place Slow down before turning Never leave a running mower unattended Always turn off blades set parking brake stop engine and remove key before dismounting Turn off blades when not mowing Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute Mow only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the ...

Page 7: ...atchersorotherattachments Thesecanchangethestabilityofthemower 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 lose traction disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope If front wheels lift off the ground pull the levers back to stabilize the mower DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessa...

Page 8: ... 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 Never carry children They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe mower operation Never allow children to operate the mower Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs tree...

Page 9: ... is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Never run a mower inside a closed area The exhaust fumes are toxic Keep nuts and bolts tight especially blade attachment bolts and keep equipment in good condition Never tamper with safety devices Check their proper operation regularly Keep mower free of grass leaves or other debris buildup Clean up oil or fuel spillage Allow mower to cool before s...

Page 10: ...ys from date of purchase 5 Warranty 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 6 The following items are not covered by this warranty policy a Pick up and delivery charges for transportation of mower to and from an Authorized Dixon dealer s place of...

Page 11: ...tion drive ENGINE 15 5HP Vanguard Briggs Stratton 4 Cycle Single Cylinder Overhead Valve Air Cooled Gasoline Vertical Shaft With Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve Pressure Lubricated with oil filter STARTING SYSTEM Electric by key switch operation with safety interlock blade drive TIRES Front 11 X 4 00 X 5 ribbed tread Rear 18 X 9 50 X 8 Turf Trac RS RECOMMENDED TIRE PRESSURE Front 16 21 lbs Rear 8 14 lbs...

Page 12: ...ssembly forward 3 Loosen five nuts P N 3205 and slide seat forward or backward to desired position Retighten nuts P N 3205 DO NOT operate mower without seat adjustments properly tightened 4 Raise and push seat assembly and upper body rearward to closed position SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS ...

Page 13: ...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 Always set parking brake before dismounting The Dixon ZTR has a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers to control braking turning speed and direction On initial operation set throttle speed on slow Operate with mower blade OFF To avoid ove...

Page 14: ... direction to neutral To turn on mower s own axis zero turning radius stop and move one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position BRAKING To brake mower move both levers in direction opposite of travel release levers to neutral set parking brake THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operators right Throttle control for engine speed Choke for engine starting ThrottleC...

Page 15: ...in and back to raise NOTE Always use high for transport CIRCUIT BREAKER Protection of the electrical system is by 1 15 amp circuit breaker If circuit breaker trips push button to reset If this condition repeats consult dealer for inspection and repair BLADE DRIVE Located on control panel on operator s right To engage the mower blades pull up on the switch To disengage blades push down ...

Page 16: ...dgement by the operator will prevent accidents TOWING Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable Limit loads to 250 pounds or less on this mower BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read engine manufacturer s operating and maintenance instructions 2 Discuss proper maintenance with your dealer 3 Read and observe all safety instructions on...

Page 17: ...b Turn ignition switch to START Engine should not turn over or attempt to start BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST a Place Parking Brake in ON position b Engage blade drive switch c Turn ignition 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 Engage blade drive switch c Raise slightly off seat Engine should stop TESTIN...

Page 18: ...nd turn to Start position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to Run position 4 Move throttle from Choke to desired speed position 5 Release parking brake 6 Operate the mower per the Control instructions on page 14 NOTE While mowing blade s engaged throttle control must be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower dec...

Page 19: ... especially 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 Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season This is very important Optimal mulching performance cannot be obtained with dull or nicked up blades 6 Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Remove all grass and d...

Page 20: ...Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will greatly assist in bagging of the clippings 6 Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season Some grass catching attachments require high lift blades 7 Operate the mower at a slower ground speed than when mowing without a grass catching attachment Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacles which might hit th...

Page 21: ...ep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean Frequent removal of dried grass and dirt will allow the clippings to discharge correctly 5 Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season GRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50 to 80 The following grass cut heights are based on adequate moisture conditions and normal thatch buildup in a healthy lawn Some locat...

Page 22: ...MAINTENANCE This portion of the owners manual deals with normal service items which can be performed by the owner Please remember that if you are in doubt as to the correct service procedures to be followed these and other service situations can be handled by a Dixon ZTR dealer who is familiar with the service of your mower MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE To insure a long and trouble free service life of all...

Page 23: ...lade from turning 3 Loosen blade nut and remove blade 4 When replacing blade tighten blade nut securely Refer to diagram CAUTION CARE AND MAINTENANCE Wear heavy thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade Avoid touching the sharp edge of the blade NOTE BE SURE BLADE IS CENTERED ON PILOT BEFORE TIGHTENING NUT TO 60 FT LBS TORQUE Nut ...

Page 24: ...erwillbeobservedbothduringengagement of the electric blade clutch and actual operation of the mower deck NOTE Engagementoftheelectricbladeclutchswitchmayproduceasharp high pitched chirp or squeal as the belt tension loading is absorbed by the idler system This is normal and not a sign of failure MOWER DECK SERPENTINE BELT P N 6109 Refer to illustration for adjustment procedure Idler Weldment L Rod...

Page 25: ...ide 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 until both measurements are equal 4 Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a front to rear manner 5 Measure from the floor surface up to the bottom of the blade tips at both the front and rear of the blades Rear of blade tips should be 1 8 to 3 8 higher that the fr...

Page 26: ... 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 Carefully raise and support front of chassis Slide mower deck to either side for removal Reverse procedure to reinstall deck assembly NOTE When deck is reinstalled on frame check that belt is correctly routed in the gro...

Page 27: ...1 The Dapco oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase 2 Place a suitable container 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 10mm wrench or socket Open to full open approximately 7 turns 4 After engine is drained tighten hex stem NOTE Refer toenginemanufacturersrecommendat...

Page 28: ...h front wheel caster and each front wheel hub 1 each mower deck SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE Name brand wheel bearing or multi purpose grease Once per season or every 50 hours of operation 3 pumps each Lubrication of the mower deck hubs will help dispel moisture within the hub casting Bearings are of a sealed variety LUBRICATION ...

Page 29: ...tness 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 Proper tension for the rear drive chains is accomplished through the use of an automatic adjuster located at mid point of each rear chain Maintenance Periodically remove any build up of grass mud or other debris from ...

Page 30: ...l before washing If bearings are hot they will draw moisture inside as they dry and cause corrosion MOWER DECK PLATES Check periodically Replace bolted on wear plates before shaft wears into mower deck plates See illustration SERIAL NUMBERS The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine it will begin with DM WARRANTY Refer to Warranty Registration Form P N 8288 PARTS SERVICE See your Dixo...

Page 31: ...N 6109 Engine To Transmission P N 2497 BRIGGS STRATTON FILTER PART NUMBERS Please refer to Briggs Stratton Engine Operators Manual for correct service intervals for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Air Filter Precleaner Kit P N 79002 Engine Oil Filter P N 79006 ...

Page 32: ... Replace with original equipment blade designed for the 4000 Series Models Refer to page 31 Poor cut quality Uneven tire pressures Check and adjust as required per operators manual MOWER CUT QUALITY Therearemanyvariablesthatcaneffectthecutqualityofanyridingmower Typeandconditionsofgrass cut height setting engine RPM and ground speed are some of the variables that interact creating differences in c...

Page 33: ...ON 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 manual DRIVE SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING ...

Page 34: ...gine RPM Contact your dealer for information REMEDY Circuit breaker disengaged Dead Battery Poor connections on battery Battery water low Wrong battery installed in mower Engine electrical system not functioning correctly Engine not being operated at full throttle CAUSES SITUATION NOTE Electricalsystemfailuresaregenerallysimpleinnature alwayschecktheobviousfirstandthen move onto the more complicat...

Page 35: ...NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM OWNER INFORMATION DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNED DM Address Name DIXON INDUSTRIES INC A BLOUNT International Inc Co PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117 ...

Page 36: ...E KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 4423 Part No 13087 0400 4000 Series The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California tocausecancer birthdefectsorotherreproductiveharm WARNING Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries Inc ...