Dixon SPEEDZTR User Manual Page 1

Model Year 2004ZTR®SPEEDZTR

SERVICE:Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.They are flammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never remove fu

SERVICE (continued):Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaustfumes are toxic.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachmentbolts, a

CHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is notalert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowers and themowing activ

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Speedztr 42 & Speedztr 36Chassis: 11 gauge steel welded frame assemblyBody: All body parts made of high density polyethylene. Dent andcorrosion r

SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSSpeedztr1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it intoadjustment position.2. Slide seat forward or backward.3. Release seat

CONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutralposition and swing them outward.TO GO FORWARD•From neutral position, gently

PARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to hold themower from moving and is not intended for usein stopping the mower while it is in motion. Th

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

The safe and successful operation of the DixonSpeedztr will depend upon the operator having thecorrect knowledge of all controls used on the mowerand

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easyand fun to operate. However, any powermower must be operated properly to besafe. It is n

PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:a) Swing out control leversb ) Disengage blade drive switchc) Put parking brake in OFF positiond ) Turn ignition switch to S

BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST:a) Put parking brake in ON position.b ) Swing out control levers.c) Engage blade drive switch.d ) Turn ignition switch to STAR

TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHERATTACHMENTS:Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damagethe drive or cause the mower to become unstabl

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on, control levers swung out, and bladedrive disengaged.2. Move throttle control to “choke” position if

MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totallydifferent mowing approach than would be normal whenside

MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):6. Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up from the undersideof the

MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance when mowingwith a grass catching attachment, please read and followthe t

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT (continued):7. Some mowing applications/use of grasscatchers may require that an optional

SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when Sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read and followthe tips list

GRASS HEIGHT & CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut heightlever in the to

INDEXPageSafety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13S

CARE & MAINTENANCECAUTIONBefore performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool & remove key.Use extreme care when working on machin

CARE & MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine,please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished b

CARE & MAINTENANCECUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition keyfor safety. Wear heavy, thick gloveswhen holding onto cutte

CARE & MAINTENANCEBELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSION:42” DeckMower Deck Serpentine Bel

CARE & MAINTENANCEDECK REMOVAL:1.Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2.Loosen engine to deck belt tensioner L-rod to allowbelt to be rem

CARE & MAINTENANCEDECK REMOVAL (continued):36”42”35

CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface andcheck tire pressures to insure correct stance.Tires sho

CARE & MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE(continued):NOTE: This will place the mower deck in a basemeasurement position. Additionaladjustme

Hex Head ValveStemCARE & MAINTENANCEHOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine tocool before draining oil.CAUTIONCHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The “Dapco

CARE & MAINTENANCE HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.OIL FILL:1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and ch

44Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack OverSAFETYRIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATEDCAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHThe most common causes of inju

CARE & MAINTENANCENEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTDRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATS HAVE WARMED UP.WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE OFF, SWINGOUT THE CONT

LUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (4) grease zerks 36”(5) grease zerks 42”LOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster(1) each mower deck hubSERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50

CARE & MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and belowdeck.H

STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST42” Deck~Blades~Hi-Lift - P/N 8688 (Standard)Lo-Lift - P/N 6236~Belts~Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 6111Serpentine - P/N 6109E

BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTERSRefer to Briggs & Stratton Engine Operator’sManual for correct service intervals for engineoil changes an

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

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

NameAddress DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNED47DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT International Inc. Co.P.O. Box 1569Coffeyville, Ks 67337

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Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol, BE ALERTto the potential for injury.Follow recommended safety precautionsand safe operating practices.5DA

Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:Read, understand, and follow all instruc

GENERAL OPERATION (continued):Stop engine before removing grass catcher orunclogging chute.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.Do not operat

SLOPE OPERATION:Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-controland tip-over accidents,which can result in severe injury or death.All slopes requi

SLOPE OPERATION (continued):DO (continued):Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires losetraction, disengage the blades and proceed slowlydown