Dixon ZTR 5020 Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 26)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

This portion of the Estate Series Models owners manual deals with normal service items which can be

performed by the owner. Please remember that if you are in doubt as to the correct service procedures

to be followed, these and other service situations can be handled by a Dixon ZTR dealer who is familiar

with the service of your mower.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE:

To insure a long and trouble free service life on all the components used on the Estate

Series Models, a regular and thorough maintenance schedule should be followed. The

following items should be checked after the first (10) hours of operation and on a weekly

basis, or each (40) hours of use: (Items marked with an asterisk * require more frequent

attention)

1. Drive system, belts and controls.

2. Mower deck belts.

3. Tire pressures.

4. HydroGear oil tank.

5. Tightness of all nuts and bolts.

6. Battery fluid level.

7. * Engine oil. (Before each use or every 8 hours)

8. Electric blade clutch air gap setting.

Before performing any maintenance,

shut off engine, allow to cool.

ENGINE: For engine operating and maintenance information, refer to the engine operating and

maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer, supplied with each

mower.

BATTERY: Check the fluid in the battery at frequent intervals.

Keep fluid level above the plates in each cell, using distilled water.

OFF-SEASON BATTERY STORAGE:

Identify each cable so cables can be reconnected to correct terminals.

Disconnect cables from terminals.

ALWAYS disconnect ground cable first and reconnect last.

Charge battery.

DO NOT remove battery from mower.

Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water.

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Dixon ZTR 5020 Operator's Manual Page 26