Dixon ZTR 7500 series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ZTR OPERATOR S MANUAL 7500 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 18 Operation Instructions 19 26 Care Maintenance 27 35 Troubleshooting 36 37 Standard Service Parts List 38 7500 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: ...ear 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 The...

Page 8: ...her 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 t...

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: ...ting 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 allow...

Page 12: ...ts or components other than those supplied by Dixon Industries Inc VOIDS ALL WARRANTY 6 The following items are not covered by this warranty policy Pick up and delivery charges for transportation of m...

Page 13: ...asoline Vertical Shaft Aluminum Head and Crankcase with Cast Iron Liners Full Pressure Lubrication Full Flow Filter Pulse type Fuel Pump Fixed Jet Carburetor w Smart Choke Electronic Ignition In Line...

Page 14: ...14 SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Model 7523 1 Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position 2 Slide seat forward or backward 3 Release seat slide adjuster Seat Slide Adjuster...

Page 15: ...15 Blade Clutch Switch Choke Steering Control Levers Parking Brake Lever Cut Height Stop Pin Cut Height Adjustment Lever Throttle Ignition Key CONTROLS 7523...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...d operated parking brake is located on the left of the mower It is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion To engage brake pull l...

Page 18: ...disengage blades Push down MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER Located to the right and front of the operator Controls the cutting height Seven positions of adjustment Lift lever and place stop in hole...

Page 19: ...their 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 and observe all safety instructi...

Page 20: ...r your safety 1 The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start 2 The brake lever must be engaged upward position before engine will start 3 The engine will stop if the mower blade cl...

Page 21: ...tart when key switch is moved to the start position 2 In a safe area away from bystandards start the engine place throttle setting at maximum or full Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch...

Page 22: ...to RUN position 4 Once engine starts to warm up slowly push choke control lever down to fully closed position 5 Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of...

Page 23: ...R 7523 may require a 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 ensure adequate lubrication c...

Page 24: ...ull 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 height lever inthe top or seco...

Page 25: ...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 cut heights are based...

Page 26: ...rough the slots on the top side of the seat plate and rotate bolt counter clockwise two full turns to disengage pump Repeat procedure for opposite pump To engage rotate each pump bolt clockwise until...

Page 27: ...Do not wear 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...

Page 28: ...is a maintenance free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE DO NOT remove battery from mower Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water Identify...

Page 29: ...e balance pedestal Grind the blade on the end that is heavier until both sides balance 5 Install blade flat washer bolt Make sure to tighten bolt to 60 ft lbs CARE AND MAINTENANCE V BELTS There are 3...

Page 30: ...rs HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS Before each use check to be sure that the cooling fins and fans of the pumps and wheelmotors are clean Excessive accumulation of oil dirt or trash may cause the transmissi...

Page 31: ...ish as needed with SAE 20W 50 motor oil DO NOT OVERFILL When checking the oil level be very careful to keep the reservoir clean Change the oil in the reservoir and hydrostat transmission oil filter af...

Page 32: ...the deck and disconnect the rear deck mounting latch Repeat for the other side D Position the front caster wheels so they are away from the deck such as the tractor would be traveling in reverse E At...

Page 33: ...st rest on the boards not on the anti scalping wheels Adjust the deck hangers longer or shorter until the deck just comes off of the boards Remove the boards and verify that the deck is hanging on all...

Page 34: ...nter Deck Spindle Deck Lift Bolt Cut Height Adjustment Lever Locking Pin Deck Front Caster Wheels positioned out of the way Rear Deck Mounting Latch Cut Height Adjustment Pin 7523 MOWER SHOWN IN OPERA...

Page 35: ...35 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Engine to Deck Drive Belt Hoist Deck Latch in locked position Foot Deck in up position 7 5 2 3 75 23 MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING POSITION...

Page 36: ...lace fuel filters Fuel line clogged clean fuel line and check fuel filter Faulty fuel pump consult dealer Spark plug wire loose or grounded check spark plug wires Spark plug s faulty or improperly gap...

Page 37: ...Pg 26 8 MOWER LOSES POWER OR TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS Hydrostat transmission oil too low or high add oil or drain as needed Transmission damage consult dealer Transmission blowing oil out cap overfille...

Page 38: ...r to engine manufacturer s manual for recom mendations regarding frequency of service required for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use only original equipm...

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Page 40: ...DUSTRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 7500 Series Model 7523 Part No 61783 0102 W W W W WARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING The engine exhaust...