Dixon ZTR RAM 50 User Manual

RAM SeriesZTR®Model Year 2004

10SERVICE:Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.They are flammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never remove

11SERVICE (continued):Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaustfumes are toxic.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachmentbolts,

12CHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is notalert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowers and themowing act

13DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICYZEETER HL ~ SPEEDZTR ~ 4500 ~ RAMDIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS ANDWORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDE

14Model ZTR RAM 44 ~ RAM 50Chassis: 1-1/2 X 3 rectangle tube side frameMower Deck: 44” Deck: 11 GA fabricated construction/reinforced ribs50” Deck: 11

15SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSModels ZTR RAM 44 and RAM 501. Grasp seat slide adjuster andmove it into adjustment position.2. Slide seat forward or ba

16CONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutralposition and swing them outward.TO GO FORWARD•From neutral position, gentl

17PARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to hold themower from moving and is not intended foruse in stopping the mower while it is inmotion. The

18BLADE 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 dow

19MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:•Use right foot to operate deck foot pedal at rightfront foot area.•To raise mower deck, push forward with right fo

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easy andfun to operate. However, any power mowermust be operated properly to be safe. It isn

20The safe and successful operation of the RAMSeries will depend upon the operator having thecorrect knowledge of all controls used on themower and ma

21TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS:Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy coulddamage the drive or cause the mower to become unst

22PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:a) Swing out control leversb) Disengage blade drive switchc) Put parking brake in OFF positiond) Turn ignition switch to S

23BLADE 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

24STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on, control leversswung out, and blade drive disengaged.2. Move throttle control to “choke” position

25SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance whenSide discharging the grass clippings, please readand follow the tips lis

26MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires atotally different mowing approach than would benormal when sid

27MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):6.Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up from theunderside of th

28MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance whenmowing with a grass catching attachment, pleaseread and follow the

29 CAUTION•Watch for low hanging branches or other obstacleswhich might hit the catcher top while turning orbacking the mower.•Use care when backing t

3INDEXPageSafety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

30GRASS 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

31CAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONBefore performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool & remove key.Use extreme care when working o

32ENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine,please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by theengine manufact

33CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition keyfor safety. Wear heavy, thick gloveswhen holding onto cutter blade, avoidthe sh

34BELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSION:44” DeckMower Deck Serpentine Belt-P/N 9236Manual adj

35NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTDRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATS HAVE WARMED UP.WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKING BRAKE OFF, SWINGOUT THE CONTROL LEVERS. IF MACHI

36 Illustration A Illustration BCARE & MAINTENANCE

37CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and checktire pressures to insure correct stance. Tires

38DECK REMOVAL:1. Remove mower deck drive belt. To relieve belttension, insert p/n 17422 link (at front of liftframe) into tab. Move deck lift pedal

39LUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (9) grease zerksLOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster(1) each mower deck hub(2) each deck lift shaftSERVICE INTERVALS: Every 5

4Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack OverSAFETYRIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATEDCAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHThe most common causes of injur

40CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the leftside of the engine crankcase.2. Place a suitable container under the dr

41CARE & MAINTENANCE HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.OIL FILL:1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and

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

43STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST44” Deck~Blades~Hi-Lift - P/N 17279(Standard)Lo-Lift - P/N 17280~Belts~Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 5861Serpentine - P/N 92

44STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTERSRefer to Briggs & Stratton Engine Operator’s Manualfor correct service inter

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

46TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltTransmissio

NameAddress DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNEDDIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT International Inc. Co.P.O. Box 1569Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0

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

6Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:Read, understand, and follow all instru

7GENERAL OPERATION (continued):Stop engine before removing grass catcher orunclogging chute.Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.Do not opera

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

9SLOPE OPERATION (continued):DO (continued):Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires losetraction, disengage the blades and proceed slowlydown