Dixon Zeeter 14295-0804 User Manual

Model Year 2005Safety Instructions & Operator’s ManualZEETER

WARNING10Keep all movement on the slopes slow andgradual. Do not make sudden changes in speedor direction.Use extreme caution when operating the mowe

WARNING11SLOPE OPERATION (continued):DO NOTDo not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapiduph

WARNING12FIRE HAZARDS:Use extra care when handling gasoline and otherfuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.Store all fuel in approved con

WARNING13FIRE HAZARDS (continued):To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flamesaway from battery.Keep electrical connections clean and tig

WARNING14CHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is notalert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowers and themow

WARNING15SERVICE:Never run a mower inside a closed area or without properventilation.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachmentbolts, and

16DIXON® ZTR® RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICYZEETER™ - Residential MowerDIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORK-MANSHIP FOR T

SPECIFICATIONS17SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.CHASSIS: 11 GA welded c

CONTROLS18CONTROL LEVERSTO GO FORWARD•From neutral position, gently push control levers for-ward.•To increase speed, move levers further forward.TO GO

CONTROLS19PARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to holdthe mower from moving and is notintended for use in stopping themower while it is in mo

2IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easy andfun to operate. However, any power mowermust be operated properly to be safe. It is

CONTROLS20BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read engine manufacturer’s operating andmaintenance instructions.2. Read and observe all safety instructionson you

CONTROLS21TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHERATTACHMENTS:Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavycould damage the drive or cause the mower to beco

CONTROLS22BLADE DRIVE:•Located to the left of the operator.•To engage the mower blade, turn leveron floor slowly to the “ON” position.•To disengage mo

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS23The safe and successful operation ofthe ZEETER™ mower will depend uponthe operator having the correct knowl-edge of all contro

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS24CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions mayresult in personal injury.STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on an

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS25PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:a) Put parking brake in OFF positionb) Turn ignition switch to STARTEngine should not turn over or a

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS26MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires atotally different mowing approach than w

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS27MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):7.Keep the underside of the mower deck clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up f

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS28MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance whenmowing with a grass catching attachment, ple

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS29MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT (continued):7.Maintain sharp blades throughout the cuttingseason. Some grass catching a

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS30SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS31GRASS HEIGHT & CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck c

CARE AND MAINTENANCE32WARNINGFailure to observe the following instructions may result in personal injury.Before performing any maintenance, turn off e

CARE AND MAINTENANCE33CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition keyfor safety. Wear heavy, thick gloveswhen holding onto cutte

CARE AND MAINTENANCE34ENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information ofthe engine, please refer to the maintenance instructionsfurnished by

CARE AND MAINTENANCE35LUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (5) grease zerksLOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster(1) each front wheel hub(1) each mower deck hubSERVIC

CARE AND MAINTENANCE36BELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSION:Engine to Transmission Belt - P/N

CARE AND MAINTENANCE37ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and belowdeck.H

CARE AND MAINTENANCE38CAUTIONHOT oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The oil drain valve is locat

CARE AND MAINTENANCE39HOT oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.OIL FILL:1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.2. R

SAFETY4Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack Over RIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATEDCAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHPictured below are

CARE AND MAINTENANCE40MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and checktire pressures to insure correct stance. Tires

CARE AND MAINTENANCE41Illustration AIllustrationB

CARE AND MAINTENANCE42 CAUTIONStop engine, remove key and set parkingbrake before attempting to adjust the rearchain.REAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT:Proper tens

CARE AND MAINTENANCE43DECK REMOVAL:1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Loosen belt keepers.3. Remove deck drive belt from engine pulle

CARE AND MAINTENANCE44DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS:Due to both the complex nature of the transmission andthe number of special tools required for service,

45BLADES *Hi-Lift - P/N 13928Standard Lift - P/N 13927Gator - P/N 13929*Factory installedSTANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBELTSEngine to Mower Deck - P/N 77

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

47TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltDamaged tra

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SAFETY5 Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol, BE ALERTto the potential for injury.Follow the recommended safety precautions andsafe op

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OWNER’S INFORMATIONDate of PurchaseMower Model NumberMower Serial NumberPurchased FromNameAddress DATE OIL CHANGED DATE ENGINE TUNEDDixo

Dixon® and ZTR® are registered trademarks ofDixon Industries, Inc.DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.P.O. Box 1569Coffeyville, Ks 67337-0945620-251-2000ZEETER™Par

WARNING6Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:Read, understand, and follow all

WARNING7GENERAL OPERATION (continued):Never leave a running mower unattended. Always turn offblades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove keybe

WARNING8Protect your eyes. Always wear safety goggles or safetyglasses with side shields when operating mower.Data indicates that operators, age 60 ye

WARNING9SLOPE OPERATION:Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-controland tip-over accidents, which can result insevere injury or death.All slop