Model Year 2005Safety Instructions & Operator’s ManualSPEEDZTR™ 38 /42 /44
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® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORK-MANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THISWARRANTY IS
SPECIFICATIONS17SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEAdditional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.SpeedZTR™ 38, 42 &
18SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS322432243224SeatPlate3224SpeedZTR™ 38, 42 & 441. Raise seat assembly.2. Loosen four seat bolts, P/N 3224, and slide
CONTROLS19CONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutralposition and swing them outward.TO GO FORWARD•From neutral positio
2IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® mower is both easy andfun to operate. However, any power mowermust be operated properly to be safe. It is
CONTROLS20PARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to holdthe mower from moving and is notintended for use in stopping themower while it is in mo
CONTROLS21BLADE DRIVE:•Located on the control panel, on operator’s right.•To engage the mower blade, pull up on the switch.•To disengage mower blade,
CONTROLS22MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:•Use right foot to operate deck foot pedal at right frontfoot area.•To raise mower deck, push forward with
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS23The safe and successful operation of the Speed-ZTR™ will depend upon the operator having thecorrect knowledge of all controls
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS24CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions mayresult in personal injury.STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on, c
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS25TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHERATTACHMENTS:Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavycould damage the drive or cause the
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS26PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:a) Swing control levers to outward positionb) Disengage blade drive switchc) Put parking brake in OF
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS27TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST:a) Put parking brake in ON position.b) Swing control levers to out
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS28MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires atotally different mowing approach than w
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS29MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):7. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up
3TABLE OF CONTENTS PageSAFETY & WARNING...4-15WARRANTY...16SPE
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS30MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance whenmowing with a grass catching attachment, ple
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS31MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHERATTACHMENT (continued):7. Maintain sharp blades throughout the cuttingseason. Some grass catching
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS32SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS33GRASS 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 MAINTENANCE34WARNINGFailure to observe the following instructions may result in personal injury.Before performing any maintenance, turn off e
CARE AND MAINTENANCE35CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key forsafety. Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding ontocutte
CARE AND MAINTENANCE36ENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information ofthe engine, please refer to the maintenance instructionsfurnished by
CARE AND MAINTENANCE37TIRES:Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation ofthe mower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tirest
CARE AND MAINTENANCE38BELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSION:38” DeckEngine to Mower Deck Belt
CARE AND MAINTENANCE39BELT TENSIONMANUAL ADJUSTMENT38”, 42” & 44”
SAFETY4Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack Over RIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATEDCAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHPictured below are
CARE AND MAINTENANCE40CAUTIONHOT oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve
CARE AND MAINTENANCE41HOT oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.OIL FILL:1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.2. R
CARE AND MAINTENANCE42NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTDRIVE MACHINE UNTIL HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS HAVEWARMED UP. WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND THE PARKINGBRAKE OFF, S
CARE AND MAINTENANCE43 Illustration A Illustration B
CARE AND MAINTENANCE44MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and check tire pressures toinsure correct stance. Rotat
CARE AND MAINTENANCE45DECK REMOVAL:1. Remove mower deck drive belt. Move deck lift pedal intothe highest cut position and latch in place. As a safety
CARE AND MAINTENANCE46ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and belowdeck.H
47BLADES~38” Deck~*Hi Lift Fusion - P/N 13925Hi-Lift - P/N 13932Gator Fusion- P/N 13934Gator - P/N 13933~42” Deck~*Hi Lift Fusion - P/N 13926Hi-Lift -
48BELTS~38” Deck~Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 14136Engine to Transmission - P/N 16108~42” Deck~Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 61515Engine to Transmission -
491. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage bladesParking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
SAFETY5 Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol, BE ALERTto the potential for injury.Follow the recommended safety precautions andsafe op
50TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltTransmissio
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 67337-0945620-251-2000SpeedZTR™
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
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