Dixon D17K38 Operator's Manual

532 44 47-66 D17K38Operator's Manual03131Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gaso

10 The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass

11Fig. 10Fig. 9• Start tractor with clutch/brake pedal depressed and gearshift lever in neutral position.• Move gearshift lever to desired po si tio

12TO TRANSPORT• Raise attachment lift to highest position with at tach ment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor, be sure gearshift l

13TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 5)When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to mo

14 SAE 30 or 10w30 motor oil General Purpose Grease Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section➀➁➂01961FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERKENGINEFRONT WHEEL BEARING

15TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance.BRAKE OPERATIONIf tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest

16AIR FILTER Your engine will not run properly using a dirty air filter. Service air cleaner more often under dusty conditions. See engine manual.CLEA

17IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18)The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to c

18WARNING: TO AVOID SE RI OUS IN JU RY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS:• Depress clutch/brake pedal fully and set parking brake.• Plac

19EFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest position.• If necessa

2SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersDANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS.

20• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are e

21TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 31)The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. Park the tractor on level surface. Engage

22TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 34)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains

23TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holde

24STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.WARNING: Never

25TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in

26TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONExcessive vibration1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1. Replace blade. Tighten blade bolt.2. Bent blade mandrel.

2715 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE

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3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operat-ing. Stop machine if anyone enters th

4SAFETY RULES ... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ... 4CUSTOMER RE

5UNASSEMBLED PARTSFig. 1Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To e

6INSTALL SEAT (See Figs. 3 & 4)• Remove bolt and flat washer se cur ing seat to cardboard packing and set aside for as sem bly of seat to tractor

7ASSEMBLYTO ROLL TRACTOR OFF SKID (See Op er a tion section for location and function of con trols)• Raise attachment lift lever to its highest po s

8These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET A

9KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to familiari