Dixon Zeeter 14186-0303 User Manual

ZTR® OPERATORS MANUALZEETER MODEL2003

10SAFETYCHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowersand the mowin

11SERVICE:Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. Theyare flammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never remov

12SERVICE (continued):Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaustfumes are toxic.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bol

13WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: Dixon Transaxle Models, used only at ownersprimary place of residence are warranted for a period of two (2) yea

14SPECIFICATIONSZEETER 30CHASSIS: 11 gauge welded channel frameBODY: All body parts made of rotational molded polyethylene.Front body contains access

15SPECIFICATIONSZEETER 36CHASSIS: 11 gauge welded channel frameBODY: All body parts made of rotational molded polyethylene.Front body contains access

16SPECIFICATIONSZEETER 42CHASSIS: 11 gauge welded channel frameBODY: All body parts made of rotational molded polyethylene.Front body contains access

17CONTROLSCONTROL LEVERSTO GO FORWARD:•From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward.•To increase speed, move levers further forward.

18CAUTIONCONTROLSThe Dixon ZEETER has a unique transaxle that requires only two drivelevers to control braking, turning, speed and direction.On initia

19CONTROLSTRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEMAllows the mower to turn on its own axis ZERO TURNING RADIUS.Each lever controls one side of the mower.NOTE: The

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZEETER® Mower is both easy andfun to operate. However, any power mower mustbe operated properly to be safe. It

20OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the ZEETER Mowerwill depend upon the operator having the correct knowl-edge of all contro

21OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read and observe all safety instructions on yourmower and in the manual.2. Read engine manufacturer

22OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on, and blade drive disen-gaged.2. Move throttle control to choke position if

23OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are notoperating properly.PARKING BRAKE SWITC

24OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read

25OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSGRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut

26OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires atotally different mowing approach than w

27OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):6. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean. Removeall grass and dirt build-up

28CARE AND MAINTENANCECAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONBefBefBefBefBefore perfore perfore perfore perfore perforororororming anming anming anming an

29CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information ofthe engine, please refer to the maintenance instructionsfurnished by

3INDEXPageSafety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30CARE AND MAINTENANCECUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key forsafety. Wear heavy, thick gloves whenholding onto cutte

31CARE AND MAINTENANCETIRES:Correct tire pressure is essential for efficientoperation of the mower. Check tire pressureperiodically. Inflate tires t

32BELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSIONTransaxle Drive Belt (all Zeeter Models) - P/N 7650No

33Idler WeldmentL RodIdler Shock MountHex Nut34Tighten orLoosenHex Nut toachievethisdimension42 ZeeterMower Deck Serpentine BeltElectric Clutch - P

34CARE AND MAINTENANCEDeck Removal - Zeeter 301. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Loosen belt keepers.3. Remove deck drive belt from

35CARE AND MAINTENANCEDeck Removal - Zeeter 361. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Loosen nut on belt idler shock mount until belt can

36Deck Removal - Zeeter 42CARE AND MAINTENANCE1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removed fr

37CARE AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (5) for 30(6) for 36(7) for 42LOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster &front wheel hub(1) each mower

38CARE AND MAINTENANCECHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The oil drain valve is located on the lower left sideof the engine crankcase.2. Place a suitable cont

39OIL FILL:1. Drain oil.2. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.3. Replace drain plug.4. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recom-m

4RIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander...read

40CARE AND MAINTENANCEDRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS:Due to both the complex nature of the transmission andthe number of special tools required for service,

41CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTIONStop engine, remove key and setparking brake before attempting toadjust the rear chain.REAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT:Proper tens

42CARE AND MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.

43STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST ZEETER MODELBlades30 Standard - P/N 2483 (Lo-lift)30 Hi-Lift - P/N 248436 Standard - P/N 1324 (Lo-lift)36 Hi Lift -

441. ENGINE WONT TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage bladesParking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - - -

45TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WONT MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltTrans

46NOTES

47OWNERINFORMATIONDate Purchased________________________________Mower Model Number ____________________________Mower Serial Number ___________________

Dixon® and ZTR® and ZEETER® are registered trademarksof Dixon Industries, Inc.DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT International Inc. Co.P.O. Box 1569Coffey

5Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol,BE ALERT to the potential for injury.DANGER(highlighted in red)indicates an imminently hazardoussituation

6Failure to observe the following safetyinstructions could result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:Read, understand, and follow all instr

7GENERAL OPERATION (continued):Turn off blades when not mowing.Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclog-ging chute.Mow only in daylight

8SLOPE OPERATION:Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-controland tip-over accidents, which can resultin severe injury or death.All slopes requ

9Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires losetraction, disengage the blades and proceed slowlydown the slope.If front wheels lift off the gr