Dixon GRIZZLY 52 KOH/968999588 User Manual

BLACK BEAR™ ZTR®Operator’s ManualGRIZZLY SERIES™ZTR®GRIZZLY 52, 27 KOH/968999588GRIZZLY 60, 27 KOH/968999590GRIZZLY 60, 30 KOH/968999591GRIZZLY 72, 27

WARNING10 WARNING!Failure to observe the following instructionscould result in serious injury or death.SLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor relate

WARNING11SLOPE OPERATION (continued)DO NOTDo not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly andgradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphi

WARNING12ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS)The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 42 Ibs/19 kg.The ROPS on the US units are standard, on t

WARNING13ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS)(continued)• Operate the mower smoothly - no jerky turns, starts or stops.• When mower is stopped, set brak

WARNING14FIRE HAZARDSUse extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They areflammable and vapors are explosive.Store all fuel in approved cont

WARNING15FIRE HAZARDS (continued)To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flames awayfrom battery.Keep electrical connections clean and tigh

WARNING16CHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND PETSTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children, bystanders and pets.Children

WARNING17SERVICENever run a mower inside a closed area or without properventilation.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, andk

18DIXON® ZTR® PRO SERIES COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICYBlack BearTM, Kodiak®, Mountain Kodiak®, Kodiak® Diesel, Grizzly™ & SilverTip™DIX

SPECIFICATIONS19SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.GRIZZLY™ 52 Model 96899

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SPECIFICATIONS20SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.GRIZZLY™ 60 Model 96899

SPECIFICATIONS21SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.GRIZZLY™ 60 Model 96899

SPECIFICATIONS22SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.GRIZZLY™ 72 Model 96899

23SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustmentposition.2. Slide seat forward or backward.3. Release seat slide

CONTROLS24CONTROL LEVERSFor access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position andswing them outward.TO GO FORWARD• From neutral position, ge

CONTROLS25PARK BRAKEThe park brake is designed to hold the mower frommoving and is not intended for use in stopping themower while it is in motion. Th

CONTROLS26BLADE DRIVE• Located on the control panel, on operator’s right.• To engage the mower blade, pull up on the switch.• To disengage mower blade

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS27MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVERThe lifting lever is used to place the mower deck in the transportposition or one of the 18 di

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS28The safe and successful operation of the GRIZZLY will depend onthe operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS29STARTING INSTRUCTIONS1. Park brake must be on, control levers in outward position withthe operator sitting on the seat, and bl

3IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easy and fun to operate.However, any power mower must be operated properly to be safe.It is n

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS30TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSThe following tests should be performed at the start of eachmowing day.PARK BRAKE SWITCH TE

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS31TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSThe following tests should be performed at the start of eachmowing day.BLADE DRIVE SWITCH T

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS32MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENTMulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally differentmowing approach than wo

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS33MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued)7. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean. Remove allgrass and dirt buildup fr

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS34MOWING WITH AGRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENTIn order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with agrass catching attachment, plea

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS357. Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season. Somegrass catching attachments require a “high-lift” blade. See yourde

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS36SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGSIn order to achieve optimum performance when side dischargingthe grass clippings, please read a

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS37GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONSDo not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS38TOWING TRAILERS ANDOTHER ATTACHMENTSTowing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damagethe drive or cause the

CARE AND MAINTENANCE39Before performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool and remove key. Use extreme care whenworking on machinery. Do n

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE40 CAUTION!Stop engine and remove ignition keyfor safety. Wear heavy, thick gloveswhen holding onto cutter blade, avoidthe sharp e

CARE AND MAINTENANCE41BELTSCheck belts every 100 hours. Replace any belts showing signs ofsevere cracking or large nicks. Belts are not adjustable, re

CARE AND MAINTENANCE42BATTERYThis is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot bechecked. Charge battery if required.OFF SEASON BATTERY ST

CARE AND MAINTENANCE43TIRESCorrect tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of themower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to

CARE AND MAINTENANCE44CHANGING THE ENGINE OILThe EZ Drain oil plug is located on the left side of the enginecrankcase.1. Uncap the end of the drain pl

CARE AND MAINTENANCE45HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDAND FILTER SERVICEDirt or water in fluid can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions.SERVICE INTERVALS1

CARE AND MAINTENANCE46MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDUREThere are four (4) eyebolts that will control the attitude or pitch ofthe mower deck. The deck shou

CARE AND MAINTENANCE47ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSKeep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWERWash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.Hig

48STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBLADES52" Deck* Hi Lift Fusion P/N 539 117911Gator Fusion P/N 539 118035Hi-Lift P/N 539 118272Lo-Lift Fusion P/N 539

49TROUBLESHOOTING1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage bladesPark brake not on- - - - - - -

5TABLE OF CONTENTSGRIZZLY SERIES™ Part Number 539 114590R1GENERAL OPERATION... 8-9SLOPE

50TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltTransmi

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Dixon and ZTRare registered trademarksof DixonDIXON401 Commerce StreetBeatrice, NE 68310Grizzly SeriesPart No. 539 114590R1 WARNING!The engine exhaus

SAFETY6Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack OverRIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLYOPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURYOR DEATHPictured below are the most co

SAFETY7 Safety Alert SymbolDANGER(highlighted in red)indicates an imminently hazardoussituation which, if not avoided, will resultin death or seri

WARNING8GENERAL OPERATIONRead, understand, and follow all instructions in this manual and onthe mower before starting.Only allow responsible adults, w

WARNING9 WARNING!Failure to observe the following instructionscould result in serious injury or death.To avoid personal injury from accidental clutch