Dixon ZTR 1950-2300 Series Operator's Manual

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

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

12SAFETYCHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowi

13DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICYPro Models 1950 ~ 2300 ~ 2560DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS ANDWORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FO

14SPECIFICATIONSModel ZTR 1950 and 2300CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tubeSEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high-density closed cell foampad

15SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSModels 1950 & 23001. Grasp seat slide adjuster and moveit intoadjustment position.2. Slide seat forward or backward.

16CONTROLSCONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position andswing them outward.TO GO FORWARD:•From neutral positi

17CONTROLSCHOKE CONTROL LEVER:•Located on control panel to operator’s right.•Used to start a cold engine.THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:•Located on control p

18CONTROLSPARKING BRAKE:The parking brake is designed to hold the mower frommoving and is not intended for use in stopping the mowerwhile it is in mot

19CONTROLSMOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:•Located to the right and front of operator.•Controls the cutting height.•Eight positions of adjustment.•De

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and fun tooperate. However, any power mower must beoperated properly to be safe. It is

20OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the 1950 or 2300Series will depend upon the operator having the correctknowledge of all c

21BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read and observe all safety instructions on yourmower and in the manual.2. Read engine manufacturer’s operating andmainten

22OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTO FREE WHEEL MACHINE(UNLOCK TRANSMISSION):Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging thehydro release (free wheel)

23OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly.PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TE

24OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when side dischargingthe grass clippings, please read

25OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSGRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut

26OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed areadue to the harmful exhaust gas produced.STARTING INSTRUCTIONS(cold engin

27STARTING INSTRUCTIONS(engine has been operated):1. Move throttle control to 1/4 to 1/2setting.2. Insert ignition key and turn to “start”position. W

28OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally differentmowing approach than w

29OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):6.Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up f

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

30OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grasscatching attachment, pl

31OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT(continued):7. Operate the mower at a slower ground speed thanwhen mowing without a gras

32OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSDECK ROLLERS (60” deck):Purpose: The spring loaded deck rollers located at thefront corners of the 60” mower deck aredesigned

33CARE AND MAINTENANCECAUTIONBefore performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool & remove key.Use extreme care when working on machin

34CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information ofthe engine,please refer to the maintenance instructionsfurnished by

35CARE AND MAINTENANCECUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety.Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding ontocutter

36CARE AND MAINTENANCEBELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to bein poor condition.BELT TENSION: Engine to Mower Deck Belt: P/

37LUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (7) grease zerks usedLOCATIONS: (1) each brake band shaft(1) each front wheel caster tube(1) each mower deck hubSERVICE INTERVA

38Hex Head Valve StemHot oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.CAUTIONCARE AND MAINTENANCECHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The “Dapc

39CARE AND MAINTENANCEOIL FILL:1. Drain oil.2. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.3. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommend

4RIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander...read

40CARE AND MAINTENANCEHYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL & FILTER SERVICE:Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions.SERVICE INTERVALS:

41CARE AND MAINTENANCEHYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE:Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmisison oilreservoir after every 25 hours of usage.

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

43CARE AND MAINTENANCE5283LinkFront oflift frameInsert end oflink hereMOWER DECK REMOVAL:1. Remove mower deck drive belt. To relieve belttension, ins

44CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE:There are a total of (4) threaded adjusters which will controlthe attitude or pitch of the mower d

45Left RearAdjusterFrontAdjustersCARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE(continued):D. Turn both outer blades to align with the deck in fron

46CARE AND MAINTENANCESTEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS:To adjust neutral:1. Lift seat.2. Block up the unit so that the drive wheels are off theground.3. L

47CARE AND MAINTENANCESTEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS (continued):To adjust neutral springs:1. Loosen set screws on center spring stop collarlocated on t

481. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage bladesDrive not in neutral - - - - - - move control levers

49TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -replace drive beltTransm

5Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol,BE ALERT to the potential for injury.DANGER(highlighted in red)indicates an imminently hazardoussituation

50STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST50” DeckBladesHi-Lift - P/N 9444 (Standard)Lo-Lift - P/N 9443BeltsEngine to Mower Deck - P/N 6111Serpentine - P/N 1300Eng

51OWNERINFORMATIONDate Purchased _______________________________Mower Model Number__________________________Mower Serial Number ______________________

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6Failure to observe the following safetyinstructions could result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:•Read, understand, and follow all instr

7GENERAL OPERATION (continued):•Turn off blades when not mowing.•Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.•Mow only in daylight o

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

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