Dixon ZTR 8000G Series, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ZTR 2003 OPERATOR S MANUAL 8000G SERIES...

Page 2: ...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 applies to all D...

Page 3: ...Page Safety 4 11 Warranty Policy 12 Specifications 13 Controls 14 18 Operation Instructions 19 26 Care Maintenance 27 38 Standard Service Parts List 39 Troubleshooting 40 41 8000 Series Gas Part No 13...

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: ...ar 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 Thes...

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: ...ing 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: ...hose 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 authori...

Page 13: ...Overhead Valve Air Cooled Gasoline HorizontalShaft AluminumHead and Crankcase with Cast Iron Liners Full Pressure Lubrication Full Flow Filter Pulse type Fuel Pump Fixed Jet Carburetor ElectronicIgni...

Page 14: ...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 15: ...s set parking brake before dismounting Release the parking brake before moving mower Note Engage parking brake before starting engine MOWER DECK LIFT The mower lift lever is extra long has an assist s...

Page 16: ...y close off the damper Closing off the damper causes it to become stiff making it difficult to fully extend the damper in order to open the adjustment THE PRODUCT IS NOT DAMAGED To restore adjustment...

Page 17: ...LEVER Located on the control panel to the operator s right THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Located on control panel to operator s right Controls engine speed While mowing throttle control should be set to MAX...

Page 18: ...18 CONTROLS...

Page 19: ...ower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions During initial operation learning to drive set throttle at slow speed BEFORE OPERATING MOWER 1 Read and observe all safety instructi...

Page 20: ...interlocks for your safety 1 The engine will not start if the mower blades are engaged 2 The engine will not start unless the steering control levers are neutral OUT position 3 The engine will stop if...

Page 21: ...ENGINE SHOULD NOT START 3 In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders start the engine place throttle setting at maximum or full Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch switch Raise slightly off o...

Page 22: ...rt position When engine starts release ignition key Key will return to run position 8 Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck Engine must...

Page 23: ...perly installed on the discharge chute 1 Start engine and set throttle at full speed 2 Set desired cut height 3 Release park brake CAUTION Check the area to assure there is no one near 4 Engage mower...

Page 24: ...rp 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 gras...

Page 25: ...own bracket and replace the pin and rotating pin clip to lock them in place Release the seat latch and rotate the counterbalanced seat support frame upward and forward To return the seat to the operat...

Page 26: ...achine To unlock the transmission lift the seat see Page 25 rotate the transmission hex valve located on the top of each transmission approximately one turn counter clockwise To re engage the transmis...

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Page 28: ...N BATTERY STORAGE DO NOT remove battery from mower Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water Identify each cable so they can be reconnected to the correct terminal Disconnect cable...

Page 29: ...nal 25 degree bevel 4 Check balance of blade by positioning the blade on a nail or blade balance pedestal Grind the blade on the end that is heavier until both sides balance 5 Install blade flat washe...

Page 30: ...TENANCE LUBRICATION 1 Engine Follow engine manufacturer s recommendation 2 Deck spindles Lubricate with 3 shots only every 100 hours 3 Mower chassis Lubricate with 3 shots only every 50 hours see zerk...

Page 31: ...should be approximately 1 3 8 below top of oil tank Replenish 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 oi...

Page 32: ...and counter clockwise to decrease brake holding power As the brake holding power is increased the force required on the handle to engage the brake increases 3 Set the brake for the holding power requi...

Page 33: ...the 1 2 nut on the U shaped holding bracket and swivel the headlight vertically to adjust the height of the beam Tighten the bracket nut 3 Replace headlight in fuel tank 4 Swivel the headlight horizo...

Page 34: ...T REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE To remove hydrostat pump drive belt The hydrostat pump drive is equipped with a spring loaded belt take up 1 Raise seat See instructions on Page 25 2 Remove hold down bolts fro...

Page 35: ...check to see that the drive wheels are not turning 7 Repeat steps 3 6 for the other side 8 Shut off engine before removing the blocks 9 Return the seat to the operating position To adjust neutral spri...

Page 36: ...ering control mechanism 2 Move the levers inboard to the operating position 3 Loosen the set screw of the clamp collars which lock the upper arms to the lower arms 4 Raise or lower the arms for desire...

Page 37: ...Stop the machine and shut off the engine 3 Adjust the forward stop of the control levers on the side which appears to be faster to limit the forward travel of the control levers until the mower tracks...

Page 38: ...e mower deck in the number 3 deck height position 5 Loosen the jam nuts on the front and rear deck hangers 6 Rotate the 2 outer spindles so the blades point outboard 7 Adjust front hangers to level de...

Page 39: ...TER PART NUMBERS Refer to engine manufacturer s manual for recommen dations regarding frequency of service required for engine oil changes and air filter maintenance Protect your engine investment use...

Page 40: ...eck fuel filter open fuel valve Faulty fuel pump consult dealer Spark plug wire loose or grounded check spark plug wires Spark plugs faulty or improperly gapped check spark plug Electronic ignition de...

Page 41: ...Drive belt broken or slipping replace drive belt Pump arm loose or disconnected tighten or reconnect Hydraulic oil system low add oil By pass valves in free wheel position tighten by pass valves Hydro...

Page 42: ...42 NOTES...

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Page 44: ...STRIES INC a BLOUNT International Inc Co P O Box 1569 Coffeyville Ks 67337 0945 620 251 2000 8000 Series Gas Model 8025 Part No 13637 xxxx W W W W WARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING ARNING The engine exhaus...