Dixon ZTR 6601, Operator'S Manual

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Page 2: ...erator s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls The information in this operator s manual applies to all Dixon ZTR Model 6601 Mowers Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a...

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Page 4: ...RIDING LAWNMOWERS IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETY 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: ...and while 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 tu...

Page 7: ...ther 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 slope If...

Page 8: ...dren 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 chi...

Page 9: ...d inspect 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...

Page 10: ...to 90 days from date of purchase 4 Accessories Warranty Grass Catchers Snow Blades Tine Rakes Covers etc Limited to 90 days from date of purchase 5 Warranty does not apply to damage in transit or inc...

Page 11: ...nsmission The hydrostatic transmissions in turn power a fully enclosed HydroGear gearbox ENGINE 22 HP Kohler Command 4 Cycle Twin Cylinder V Configuration Overhead Valve Air Cooled Gasoline Vertical S...

Page 12: ...d upper body rearward 3 Loosen two front seat adjustment knobs P N 3978 and slide seat forward or backward to desired position 4 Re tighten front seat adjustment knobs P N 3978 DO NOT operate mower wi...

Page 13: ...CONTROLS Page 10...

Page 14: ...perated parking brake is located at left hand side of mower To engage brake pull lever up and to the rear To release brake move lever forward and down NOTE Always set parking brake before dismounting...

Page 15: ...wer 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...

Page 16: ...n operator s right Protection of the electrical system is by 1 15 amp circuit breaker If circuit breaker trips push button to reset If this C9ndition repeats consult dealer for inspection and repair M...

Page 17: ...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 and m...

Page 18: ...ion 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 full Enga...

Page 19: ...to Run position 4 Once engine starts to warm up slowly move choke control lever to the fully closed position 5 Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of t...

Page 20: ...1 may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time 4 Engine must be operated at wide open or maximum setting to insure adequate lubrication cooling...

Page 21: ...s 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 correctly 5 Maintain Sharp Blade s Throughout...

Page 22: ...tion 1 Drive system belts and controls 2 Mower deck belts 3 Tire pressures 4 HydroGear oil tank 5 Tightness of all nuts and bolts 6 Battery fluid level 7 Engine oil Before each use or every 8 hours 8...

Page 23: ...position prior to removal 1 Safely raise front of mower 2 Hold or block blade from turning Wear heavy thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade avoid the sharp edgeof the blade NOTE Be sure blade i...

Page 24: ...clutch and actual operation of the mower deck NOTE Engagement of the electric blade clutch switch may produce a sharp high pitched chirp or squeal as the belt tension loading is absorbed by the idler...

Page 25: ...each mower deck carriage wheel caster and each wheel hub 1 each mower deck shaft SERVICE INTERVALS Every 50 hours of operation RECOMMENDED GREASE Name brand wheel bearing or multi purpose grease Rotat...

Page 26: ...in severe injury or death All slopes require extra caution If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it do not mow it REAR TIRES Tread Design Soft compound low air pressure Turf Tamer...

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Page 28: ...250 hours of operation then after every 400 hours of operation If the system becomes contaminated by dirt of other foreign debris both oil and filter must be replaced immediately IMPORTANT Protect you...

Page 29: ...uency of oil changes OIL FILL 1 Push the valve body in and twist into the detent notch 2 Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis 3 Refill engine with type and quantity of oil recommended by the...

Page 30: ...le of the right rear lift arm If adjustment is necessary loosen jam nuts on both ends of the bar and turn bar by hand until angle of the two rear lift arms match Tighten jam nuts securely back against...

Page 31: ...e actual function of the hydrostatic transmissions as outlined below T BOX TO HYDROSTAT BELT ADJUSTMENT Tighten the 2 J bolts on the T box mounting plate until each belt has 1 8th to 1 4th of an inch...

Page 32: ...the belt At this time check that the cable which pulls the idler to a neutral position has approximately 1 1 2 to 2 inches of free play If adjustment is required loosen the lock nuts on the cable blo...

Page 33: ...g brake Caution should be used when releasing parking brake as mower may tend to creep or move prior to adjustment If adjustment is required loosen lock nuts at each end of the control rods and back o...

Page 34: ...en the lock nuts on the lever stop and turn the bolt in until the lever hits the stop block before resistance is felt in the hydrostat NOTE Balance of travel speed If mower tends to pull to either sid...

Page 35: ...one of the three windows Be careful to position the feeler gauge between the rotor and armature faces figure 3 6 Tighten the adjusting nut adjacent to the window with the feeler gauge inserted until t...

Page 36: ...COMMENDED OIL WEIGHT 10W30 Another alternative that will provide excellent all climate performance and extended time between oil changes is a 15 W 50 synthetic engine oil OIL FILTER P N 5565 IMPORTANT...

Page 37: ...Wash mower periodically Clean above and below deck NOTE Allow mower to cool before washing If bearings are hot they will draw moisture inside as they dry and cause corrosion SERIAL NUMBERS The serial...

Page 38: ...ect your engine investment use only original equipment filters Model ZTR 6601 22HP Pre Cleaner Foam Element 45083 01 Cartridge Air Cleaner 45083 02 Engine Oil Filter 12050 01 IMPORTANT Some applicatio...

Page 39: ...o available to provide assistance to you SITUATION CAUSES REMEDY Poor cut quality Ground speed Reduce mowing speed Poor cut quality Incorrect engine to Refer to page 34 for part numbers mower deck bel...

Page 40: ...5565 filter Consult your dealer for repairs Hydrostatic transmissions are air locked low or no oil return to tank Continued attempted operation may result in damage to the system Drive system function...

Page 41: ...Tighten or replace as required Battery discharge Have electrical system checked by your dealer Engine electrical system not functioning correctly Battery discharge Engine being operated at too low an...

Page 42: ...6601 T Box Hydro Gearbox...

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Page 44: ...6601 Mower Deck...

Page 45: ...6601 Chassis...

Page 46: ...6601 Fuel Hydro Tanks Fittings...

Page 47: ...6601 Body...

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Page 49: ...NOTES...

Page 50: ...ANY AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 O945 316 251 2OOO FAX 316 251 4117 OWNER INFORMATION DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM Name Address DM MOWER SERIAL NUMBER D...

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