Dixon 7000 Series User Manual

1Page7000 SERIESZTR® MOWERSOperator's Manual2000

Page 10DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT companyAIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARKPO BOX 1569COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945316 251 2000FAX 316 251 4117DIXON LIMITED WAR

Page 11CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tubeBODY: Folded sheet metal.SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with padded back and arm

Page 12SEAT ADJUSTMENTINSTRUCTIONSModel 70251. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustmentposition.2. Slide seat forward or backward.3. Rele

Page 13CONTROLSSteering Control LeversBlade Clutch SwitchChokeIgnition KeyThrottleCut Height Adjustment LeverCut Height Stop P

Page 14CONTROLSPARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to hold the mower frommoving and is not intended for use in stopping the mowerwhile it is i

Page 15CONTROLSTO GO FORWARD:From neutral position, gently push both drive levers forward.To increase speed, move levers farth

Page 16BLADE DRIVE:Located on control panel, on operator's right.To engage blades:Pull up on the switch.To disengage blades:Push down.MOWER DECK

Page 17OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the Model ZTR 7000 Series will depend upon the operatorhavin

Page 18TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly.Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipp

19PageOPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cold Engine1. Pull choke control lever up.2. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting.3. Insert

2PageIMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon®ZTR®Mower is both easy and fun to operate. However,any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. It

Page 20STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Engine has been operated.1. Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting.2. Insert ignition key and turn to "

Page 21In order to achieve optimum cutting performance, please read and follow the tips listed below.Additional information ca

Page 22 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTO FREE WHEEL MACHINE: UNLOCK TRANSMISSIONThe transmission release levers are located on each side of themower behind

Page 23CARE AND MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE SCHEDULECheck drive belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 24CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to themaintenance instructions furnis

Page 25CARE AND MAINTENANCEStop engine, remove ignition key and spark plugs for safety. Wearheavy, thick gloves when holding

Page 26CARE AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION:A. Engine: Follow engine manufacturer's recommendation.B. Deck spindles: Lubriacte with 3 "shots&qu

Page 27CARE AND MAINTENANCEPARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENTWith the brake handle in the release position, remove the cotter pin from

Page 28CARE AND MAINTENANCEHYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:(The hydrostatic drive is equipped with a manual belt take-up).A. Remove the 3/8

Page 29CARE AND MAINTENANCESTEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTSA. To Adjust Neutral:1. Remove the fender skirts from each side of the

3PageINDEXSAFETY ...Pages 4-9WARRANTY POLICY ...Page 10SPECIF

Page 30CARE AND MAINTENANCESTEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (continued):D. Adjusting for Straight Forward Tracking:In large open area, actuate the control

Page 31CARE AND MAINTENANCELEVELING THE DECKA. Set the tire pressure on all four tires.B. Move the tractor to a hard, level su

Page 32CARE AND MAINTENANCEPROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECKFOR SERVICINGRAISING THE DECK:A. Remove cut height adjustment pin and completely

Page 33CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION POSITIONCut Height Adjustment LeverLocking PinDeck LatchFoot DeckCenter De

Page 34STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTMODEL ZTR 7025:BLADES: 52" Hi-Lift: P/N 6053260" Hi-Lift: P/N 6029560" Lo-Lift: P/N 60293BELTS: Engin

Page 35TROUBLESHOOTING--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Page 36TROUBLESHOOTING----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Consult dealer--

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Page 39DATE PURCHASEDMOWER MODEL NUMBERMOWER SERIAL NUMBERPURCHASED FROMOWNERINFORMATIONDATE OIL CHANGED: DATE ENGINE TUNED

Page 4...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries.RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED,CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHThe most commo

Page 40The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to theState of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive ha

Page 5Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol,BE ALERT to the potential for injury.Follow recommended safety precautions a

Page 6GENERAL OPERATION:• Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower beforestarting.• Only allow responsible adults,

Page 7SAFETYSLOPE OPERATION:Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-overaccidents, which can result in se

Page 8SAFETYTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to thepresence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing ac

Page 9SAFETYSERVICE: • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors areexplosive.Use on