2013 Silver Eagle Owner/Operator Manual
Serial numbers 13SEXXXXXXXXXXXXX and higher
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About This Manual
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dixie Chopper mower! When operated and maintained as directed in this manual, Dixie Chopper is confi dent that this mower will provide you with
years of excellent performance, durability, and trouble free service.
Should you ever have any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, or safety of your
mower, please contact your authorized Dixie Chopper dealer who has been specially trained in
the operation and service of Dixie Chopper mowers.
Please take time to record the information about your new Dixie Chopper mower in the space
below for future reference. Such information may be needed when you contact your authorized
Dixie Chopper dealer with questions.
The general operation, adjustment, and maintenance procedures contained in this manual are
meant for both the beginner and the experienced Dixie Chopper operator. Operating conditions
vary greatly, as do individual skill sets, so take time to learn how to safely operate this machine.
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the mower. It must be available to all of
the operators and/or person(s) servicing the mower. Should the mower be resold, this manual
must remain with the mower.
Illustrations and photographs used in this manual were current as of date of print. Despite this
effort, production changes may have occurred after the time of the purchase of your Dixie Chopper; therefore, your unit may vary slightly from what is depicted in this manual.
All information, illustrations, and specifi cations contained in this manual were in effect at the time
of publication. Dixie Chopper reserves the right to change, modify, and/or discontinue specifi ca-
tions and/or design without notice. If there is a change that has been made to your mower which
is not shown or refl ected in this manual, please see your authorized Dixie Chopper dealer before
operating and/or servicing equipment.
Authorized Dealer:
Model #:
Engine Model #:
Serial #:
Date purchased:
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Table of Contents
Topic Page#
General Precautions...........................................1
Safety Information Decals..................................3
Warranty...............................................................4
Routine Maintenance Schedule........................7
Maintenance Points...8
Safety Features...................................................9
Controls.............................................................10
Start-up & Operation............................................
Safety Interlock System...11
Starting the Mower...11
Mowing...11
Control Panel...11
Steering Speed Control Levers...12
OCDC (Operator Controlled Discharge Chute)...13
Cut Height Setting...13
Mowing Speed...13
Manual Deck Lift...14
Electric Deck Lift...14
Quick Lift...14
Shutdown...............................................................
Shutdown Procedures...15
Moving the Mower Without Power...15
Bypass Valve...15
Adjustments, Maintenance, & Repair.................
Blade Replacement...16
Under Deck Cleaning...16
Parking Brake Adjustment...16
Mower Cleaning & Off-season Storage...16
Preparation for New Mowing Season...17
Belt Routing...17
Notes......................................................................
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General Safety Precautions
16. When mowing downhill, loss of traction and/or braking ability may occur. To compensate, slightly
increase ground speed and make shallow turns gradually, until tighter control is regained.
17. Stay alert for holes, rocks, roots or other terrain features which may cause loss or sudden increase in
traction. Care must be taken to keep away from dropoffs.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONS
FURNISHED WITH ATTACHMENTS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MOWER.
1. Know the location and function of the controls and how to operate them. Know how to stop quickly.
2. Do not allow children under the age of 18 to operate machine.
3. Do not allow adults to operate the machine without proper instruction.
4. Do not carry passengers.
5. Do not mow when children, pets, or others are present. The operator is responsible for the safety
of others within the vicinity of the operation of this mower.
6. While operating the machine, always:
• place roll over protection system in up position
• wear seat belt
• keep hands and feet inside of the machine.
7. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating blades or other rotating parts while engine is
running.
8. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, toys, or debris of any kind).
9. Disengage all attachment clutches, set parking brake, and place steering speed control levers into
neutral-lock (open) position before attempting to start engine.
10. Disengage power to attachments, stop engine, and remove ignition key before leaving the operator
position or leaving machine unattended.
11. Do not attempt to adjust or repair the mower deck, the drive system, the mower blades, or any moving
parts of the machine while the engine is running. You must disengage power to attachments,
disengage PTO (Deck Engagement Switch), set steering speed control levers to neutral-lock, set
parking brake, shut off the engine, and remove key before making any repairs or adjustments or
attempting any of the following tasks:
• Adjusting deck pitch
• unclogging the mower deck chute
• checking blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at the specifi ed intervals
• refueling (never add fuel while engine is running or hot)
Failure to comply with the above may result in personal injury or death.
12. Disengage power to attachments when transporting unit or when unit is not in use.
13. Never operate this mower on slopes exceeding 10 degrees in any direction.
NOTE: To operate on terrain that exceeds these limits constitutes misuse of the equipment
and as such, any and all injuries as a result of said use are expressly disclaimed.
14. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes to prevent tipping and/or loss of control of
mower. Be especially cautious and slow down when changing directions on steep terrain.
15. DO NOT operate on slopes when grass is wet.
16. When mowing downhill, loss of traction and/or braking ability may occur. To compensate, slightly
increase ground speed and make shallow turns gradually, until tighter control is regained.
17. Stay alert for holes, rocks, roots or other terrain features which may cause loss or sudden increase in
traction. Care must be taken to keep away from dropoffs.
18. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy attachments.
• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
• Limit loads to those you can safely control.
• Do not turn sharply. Use care when reversing.
19. Watch out for traffi c when near or crossing roads, and obey traffi c laws. Disengage blades and wait for
them to stop completely before crossing gravel roads.
20. When using any attachments, never direct discharge of materials toward bystanders, nor allow anyone
near the machine while it is in operation.
21. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.
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General Safety Precautions
22. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
23. Never attempt to operate mower while under the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
24. Handle gasoline with care.
Follow these guidelines:
• Use approved gasoline container
• Place container out of reach of children
• Use gasoline only as a fuel, never as a cleaner
• Never remove fuel cap while engine is running or hot
• Never add fuel while engine is running or hot
• Never fi ll fuel tank indoors
• Wipe up spilled gasoline
• Do not smoke while refueling the machine
• Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an
open fl ame or spark
• Always have a fi re extinguisher present when using gasoline or other fl ammable substance.
25. Keep vehicle and attachments in good operating condition. Keep safety devices, such as guards,
shields, and covers, in place and in working condition.
26. Do not operate the mower or attachments if any guards are missing or are not functioning properly.
27. After striking a foreign object, stop and secure the mower. and then inspect for damage. Repair any
damage before restarting and operating the equipment.
28. The machine is calibrated at the factory. Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed the
engine.
29. Disengage power to mower deck before backing up. The mower is not designed to mow in reverse.
Dixie Chopper’s zero turning radius nearly eliminates the need for backing up. Simply turn the mower
around within its own dimension and proceed forward.
30. Do not mow with mower blades that are out of balance, have worn, or have been damaged.
31. Personal protection equipment such as safety goggles, hearing protection and other devices must be
worn while operating the machine. Do not operate or service the mower when barefoot or wearing
open-toed shoes.
32. Use caution when handling mower blades during replacement or maintenance. Wear appropriate
protective gloves and clothing. Failure to comply may result in personal injury.
33. Operate mower only in daylight or good artifi cial light.
34. Do not operate when grass is wet.
35. Do not make sudden turns, stops, starts, reversals, or any other abrupt maneuvers, especially when
negotiating slopes. The steering speed control levers are very responsive to slight movement. Rapid,
rough, or jerky manipulation of the steering speed control levers may result in damage to equipment
and personal injury.
36. Do not run the engine in an enclosure without adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide which is harmful to animals and humans. Failure to comply can result in personal injury or
death.
37. Do not work underneath the mower unless it is adequately supported by jack stands or similar type
devices that have a safe working load of at least 2000 lbs or more. Failure to adequately support the
machine in this manner may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
38. Disconnect the negative battery terminal when setting up, adjusting, or doing repairs on your mower.
Failure to comply may result in personal injury or death.
39. Do not touch hot parts of the mower. Failure to comply can result in personal injury.
40. Give complete and undivided attention to the job at hand.
41. Obey all safety decals.
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Safety Information Decals
The following decals are intended to alert you to potential hazards and to
provide you with important safety information. Should these decals become
diffi cult to read or missing from the mower, contact your Dixie Chopper dealer
for a replacement.
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Warranty
Dixie Chopper Limited Warranty
General Warranty Conditions
Dixie Chopper warrants that it will, at its option, adjust, repair, or replace, any factory original part
used in the manufacturing of a Dixie Chopper complete unit, found to be defective in material
or workmanship. For the purposes of this Warranty, a Dixie Chopper complete unit is defi ned
as a riding lawn mower manufactured by Dixie Chopper. This warranty is non-transferable
absent written authorization by Dixie Chopper. Dixie Chopper is in no way liable for any special,
incidental or consequential damages for breach of any written or implied warranty on any
product.
Purchaser/Operator’s Responsibilities under the Warranty
As a condition of the Dixie Chopper Warranty, the purchaser and or the operator must have
fully read and understood the operator’s manual. This includes being familiar with how to
operate the equipment safely, as well as how to maintain the equipment properly prior to actually
operating the equipment. This Warranty applies only to equipment that is operated under
normal conditions and maintained per the service schedule specifi ed in this owner’s manual.
Maintenance of the unit is the sole responsibility of the owner.
To obtain warranty service, the unit must be registered before obtaining any warranty work.
This information must be submitted to Dixie Chopper within ten (10) days of the original retail
purchase date to enable validation of the warranty period.
A Dixie Chopper mower requiring repair or warranty work must be returned to an authorized Dixie
Chopper Service Dealer within the warranty period. The expense of transporting the unit to and
from the authorized Dixie Chopper service dealer for warranty work will be the sole responsibility
of the purchaser/owner and in no way will be attributed to Dixie Chopper. All warranty work must
be performed by an authorized Dixie Chopper Dealer using genuine Dixie Chopper parts. Failure
to have warranty repair performed by an authorized Dixie Chopper Dealer will result in the denial
by Dixie Chopper to pay for said warranty repair work.
Should a Purchaser encounter problems with receiving warranty service from an authorized Dixie
Chopper Dealer, or is in need of assistance or clarifi cation of this warranty, contact us at:
Dixie Chopper
6302 E CR 100 North
Coatesville, IN 46121
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Warranty (cont.)
Warranty Period & Limitations
The Silver Eagle is warranted to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of
three (3) years from the retail purchase date by the original purchaser regardless of the amount
of hours of service on the machine. For the fi rst two years of the warranty period, Dixie Chop-
per will be responsible for both parts and labor for all warrantable claims. During the fi nal third
year of the warranty, Dixie Chopper will be responsible for the cost of parts only for warrantable claims. In the event that the original purchaser has fewer than six hundred (600) hours on
their machine at the end of the third year from the date of original purchase, the warranty period
extends, for parts only, for up to fi ve (5) years from the date of original purchase. The warranty
during years four and fi ve ends upon the machine reaching greater than six hundred (600) hours
of service or at exactly fi ve (5) years from the date of original purchase, whichever occurs fi rst.
Dixie Chopper will only be responsible for the cost of parts for years four and fi ve in the event
the machine has fewer than six hundred (600) hours; labor for warranty service during this time
interval remains the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
The Silver Eagle carries a drive train warranty for the fi rst three (3) years from the date of pur-
chase, regardless of the amount of hours of service on the machine. This applies to the original
purchaser of the machine only. For the fi rst two years of the warranty period, Dixie Chopper will
be responsible for both parts and labor on all warrantable claims. During the fi nal third year of
the warranty, Dixie Chopper will be responsible for the cost of parts only for warrantable claims.
In the event that after the end of the third year, the machine has less than three thousand (3,000)
hours, the drive train remains under warranty, for parts only, for up to fi ve (5) years from the date
of original purchase. The drive train warranty during years four and fi ve ends upon the machine
reaching greater than three thousand (3,000) hours of service or at exactly fi ve (5) years from
the date of original purchase, whichever occurs fi rst. For clarity, years three, four, and fi ve, Dixie
Chopper will be responsible for parts only. Labor costs will be the sole responsibility of the owner
of the machine.
Drive train parts covered by Dixie Chopper are limited to pumps and wheel motor parts only, no
other parts are covered.
Dixie Chopper original equipment batteries are warranted against OEM factory defects in materials or workmanship for a period of six (6) months from the retail purchase date. If a battery
failure occurs after this initial six (6) month period, but before one (1) year has passed since the
date of retail purchase, the battery will be replaced at 50% of the cost of the standard replacement battery. Abuse or using the battery for purposes not associated with its intended use voids
the battery warranty.
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Warranty (cont.)
Consumable wear items such as tires, blades, spark plugs, belts, etc. are warranted for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of retail purchase for defects in materials or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to damage or wear of such consumable components as a result of
abuse or normal wear and tear.
Dixie Chopper will provide to the original purchaser of a Silver Eagle unit limited lifetime warranty
coverage for breakage of any front fork, breakage of steering linkages and levers, failure of the
front caster bearings, failure of engine valve seats, breakage of welded main frame and all stainless steel body parts against rust. This is for parts only, and does not apply to any labor cost
associated with repairing such components.
Warranty Exclusions & Remedies
Dixie Chopper does not warranty the following: 1) parts not manufactured or sold by Dixie Chopper; 2) after market components or accessories for use on a Dixie Chopper brand mower; 3) repairs, alterations or installation of accessories by non-authorized Dixie Chopper service dealers;
4) repairs or replacement resulting from the installation or use of unauthorized parts, accessories
or attachments; 5) damage to a Dixie Chopper unit that occurred as a result of it being used
for another purpose other than which it was designed; 6) damage or depreciation as a result of
normal wear and tear, or improper or inadequate maintenance of the mower as specifi ed in this
owner’s manual 7) damage as a result of an act of God to include but not limited to hail, wind,
rain, fl ood, lightning, fi re, smoke, sun exposure, earthquake, etc..; 8) repairs or replacement as
the result of any alterations or modifi cations, in the determination of Dixie Chopper, which ad-
versely affects the performance or operation of the mower; 9) costs associated with the routine
maintenance of the mower or costs of parts associated with such to include those specifi ed by
this owner’s manual to include oil, grease, and consumable components; 10) repairs associated
with improper fuel usage, to include the use of gasoline containing an excess of 10% ethanol
alcohol by volume, and or use of diesel fuel that is not regulated by a governmental agency i.e.
home brewed biodiesel.
Dixie Chopper is in no way liable for consequential damages, negligence, strict liability in tort, or
any other legal theory. Likewise, Dixie Chopper is not responsible for damages associated with
these theories to include but not limited to: 1) lost profi ts or revenue; 2) loss of the use of any
equipment to include the equipment that is subject to this warranty; 3) any down time as a result
of warranty work being performed to include temporary replacement equipment; 4) cost of capital; and 5) claims asserted by third parties, including customers. Some jurisdictions prohibit the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not be applicable to you.
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Routine Maintenance
Maintenance should be performed per the requirements in the chart below or as needed.
Routine Maintenance Chart
Check Safety Interlock System
Inspect unit for loose hardware and/or damaged parts
Inspect tires for wear and proper infl ation
Inspect fuel level
Inspect for fuel and/or oil leaks
Inspect engine oil coolers for build up
Inspect and clean air intake screen
Check oil level in the engine (See engine owner’s manual)
Check oil level in the Hydraulic system
Check blades for sharpness and wear
Check brake cable tensions
Replace cutting blades
Inspect engine cooling fi ns under engine shroud (See
authorized Dixie Chopper dealer for cleaning if build-up exists).
Check engine air cleaner. Replace if necessary
4
Inspect engine to deck belt tension
(See authorized Dixie Chopper dealer)
Change engine oil and fi lter (See engine owner’s manual)
1,3
Change engine fuel fi lter
Grease deck spindle assemblies
Grease front caster bearings
Grease front wheel bearings
Grease all other zerk fi ttings
Change hydraulic oil and fi lter
2
(See authorized Dixie Chopper dealer)
Before
Each
Use
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Every
25
Hours
X
X
X
X
X
Every 100
Hours or
Annually
X
X
X
X
X
X
Every 500
Hours or
Annually
X
NOTES:
1. Initial oil change is after 8 hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil after every 100 hours of operation. Change more often under dusty or dirty
conditions and during hot weather periods.
2. Perform initial hydraulic fi lter change after 50 hours of operation.
3. Change engine oil fi lter per the engine manufacturer’s recommendations. Refer to engine owner’s manual for recommendations and other
maintenance items.
4. Service more often under dusty or dirty conditions.
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Routine Maintenance
Engine
Air Filter
Canister
(Generac only)
Engine Oil
Cooler
Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir
Fuel
Valve
Fuel
Filter
Engine Oil Dip-Stick
Deck
Spindle
Deck Spindle
Grease Zerk
(1 per spindle,
3 total)
Front Wheel Bearing
Grease Zerk
(1 per side)
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Front Caster
Grease Zerk
(1 per side)
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Safety Features
Roll Over Protection
System (ROPS)
Retractable
Seatbelt
Parking
Brake
Operator Controlled
Discharge Chute
(OCDC)
ROPS - Mower must be operated with roll over protection system (ROPS) properly installed and in the up-right
position.
Seatbelt - Seatbelt must be worn at all time while operating the machine.
OCDC - The operator controlled discharge chute (OCDC) must be in the fully closed position, when mowing
with people or vulnerable objects present in the immediate vicinity.
Parking Brake - The parking brake should be engaged whenever the mower is stopped, and no operator is on
the mower.
Safety Interlock System - The mower has a system of safety interlock switches that will not allow the mower
to start unless the steering speed control levers are in the neutral lock position, the parking brake is set and/
or seat is occupied, and the deck engaging switch (PTO) is off. If the seat is vacated during mowing without
positioning the controls as previously outlined, the engine will be stopped by the safety interlock system.
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Controls
Hour Meter/
Throttle
Tachometer
PTO
Switch
Choke
Ignition
Switch
(The Choke may not be used or available on your model)
Parking Brake
Handle
Fuel Valve
Handle
Fuel Tank
Indicator
Deck Lock
Handle
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Fuel Tank
Caps
Deck Foot
Pedal
Deck Height
Indicator Decal
Steering/Speed
Control Levers
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Start-Up and Operation
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
Do not run the mower engine in
confi ned areas such as a closed
garage. Take care not to inhale
exhaust gases as they contain carbon monoxide,
which is a colorless, odorless gas that can cause
unconsciousness and is potentially lethal.
Handle fuel with care. Use only
approved fuel containers. Never
add fuel while the engine is
running or hot. Fill fuel tanks outdoors, never
indoors. Replace fuel tank cap securely and wipe
up all spilled fuel. Failure to comply may result in
damage to the equipment and/or injury to persons.
Before starting the engine,
become familiar with all con-
trols. Read and understand this
Operation Manual thoroughly. Always check for
proper engine oil level before starting engine.
Failure to comply may result in damage to the
equipment and injury to persons.
Before Starting the Mower:
1. Ensure all shields and mower deck discharge
chute (OCDC) is in place. Never attempt to
clear discharge areas or mower deck blades
without disengaging mower deck, setting parking
brake, shutting off engine, and removing ignition
key.
2. Confi rm that mower deck blades are sharp and
balanced to ensure the optimum quality of cut.
NOTE: Refer to blade replacement proce-
dures for detailed instructions on how to
safely and properly maintain mower blades.
3. Check tires for wear and proper infl ation.
4. Check levels for fuel, engine oil and hydraulic
system oil.
Safety Interlock System
The mower has a system of safety interlock switches
that will not allow the mower to start unless these conditions are met:
• Steering speed control levers are in neutral
lock position
• Parking brake is set and/or seat is
occupied.
• Deck engaging switch (PTO) off.
If the seat is vacated during mowing without positioning
the controls as previously outlined, the engine will be
stopped by the safety interlock system.
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To Start the Mower:
1. Place the steering speed control levers in the
neutral lock position.
2. Sit in the mower seat.
3. Pull the parking brake lever all the way up to
set parking brake.
4. Set fuel shut-off valve to desired fuel tank
position.
5. Set throttle to 1/4-power position.
6. If engine is cold, pull out choke.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 6-7
seconds of continuous cranking, turn the
key to the OFF position and allow the
starter motor to cool.
7 Turn ignition switch to the START position.
Release key after engine starts. Key will
automatically return to the RUN position.
8. Allow engine to warm up, then slowly push
choke control in.
(The Choke may not be used or available on your
model)
Throttle
PTO
Switch
Choke
Ignition
Switch
To Mow:
NOTE: Always set engine speed at full throttle when mowing. Maintain a minimum
unloaded engine speed of 3400 RPM and a
maximum engine speed of 3750 RPM while
mowing. This engine speed will provide the
necessary airfl ow to the engine cowling to
prevent overheating, and will maintain blade
speed for a satisfactory quality of cut. If the
engine pulls below 3400 RPM when under
load, slow down the ground speed and allow
the engine to recover to the proper RPM.
Slow the mower for cutting tall grass or
when mowing uphill. If ground speed is too
fast, or blade speed is too slow, mowing will
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Start-Up and Operation
To Mow (cont.):
be uneven because mower blades will not
be able to lift grass into cutting position as
mower passes over the ground.
1. Set mowing deck height to desired cut
height
2. To release parking brake, push parking
brake lever all the way down.
3. Set throttle to 3/4-power position.
4. Engage mower deck by pulling up on deck
engaging switch (PTO).
5. Set throttle at the full-throttle position.
6. Steer and accelerate mower using the
steering speed control levers as explained
in this manual.
Do not move the steering speed
control levers too rapidly or
start and stop the mower suddenly, especially on
grades. Failure to comply will result in personal
injury or death.
Steering Speed Control Levers:
The mower is equipped with a separate hydraulic
pump and wheel motor for each rear wheel. The
pumps are controlled by the steering speed control
levers. The left lever controls the left rear wheel and
the right lever controls the right rear wheel.
To move forward, push both levers forward at the
same time, slowly and evenly. (See below)
To speed up the forward movement, push levers
farther forward. The farther they are pushed, the
faster the mower will travel.
To move in reverse, pull both levers backward at
the same time, slowly and evenly. (See below)
To speed up the backward movement, pull levers
toward you. The closer they are pulled, the faster
the mower will travel. NOTE: Never mow in re-
verse.
To turn, slow the mower’s ground speed, then
further slow the speed of the wheel. Slow the right
wheel for a right-hand turn or the left wheel for a
left-hand turn.
(See below)
To reduce the speed of the mower, move the
steering speed control levers forward or backward
toward the neutral position.
Refer to the illustrations of steering speed control
levers’ positions shown below.
To execute a Zero Radius turn, you must put one
wheel in reverse and one wheel in forward.
Refer to illustrations shown below of the steering
speed control levers’ position relative to the mower
wheels and the direction in which the levers turn
them.
REVERSEFORWARD
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RIGHT TURN
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REVERSE
RIGHT TURN
ZERO
RIGHT TURN
Start-Up and Operation
CAUTION
WARNING
OCDC (Operator Controlled Discharge Chute)
This mower is equipped with the patented Operator Controlled Discharge Chute (OCDC) to regulate
discharge. This discharge chute has a variable adjustment that ranges from fully open to fully closed.
In the fully closed position, it will serve to keep
some of the clipped material under the mower deck
for a longer period of time, in order to enhance
the mulching capabilities. This will also function as
a discharge safety shield. This discharge chute
should ALWAYS BE OPERATED IN THE FULLY
CLOSED POSITION WHEN MOWING NEXT TO
VULNERABLE OBJECTS
OCDC Controls
1. Handle: Used to raise and lower the OCDC.
2. Chute Adjustment: Used to adjust position
of the chute. May also be used to hold
chute between fully open or fully closed.
To adjust the OCDC, move handle to raise
or lower the screen to desired position.
BE AWARE OF SURROUNDINGS AT ALL
TIMES!
OCDC
Handle
Before setting cut height, the
engine must be OFF and the
parking brake must be engaged.
Cut Height Setting
Set the mowing deck appropriately to achieve the
desired height of your cut. The recommended cutting
height is 2-3 inches (5-7 cm), though your preference
may be a higher or lower cut.
Tall grass or weeds should be cut with the mower
deck set to its highest position.
The fi rst time you mow, set the cut height slightly
higher than normal, then adjust accordingly.
Mowing Speed
The mower is designed to operate most effi ciently at
maximum blade speed (engine 3600-3750 rpm).
The speed of the mower should allow the mower deck
blades to maintain this maximum speed while
mowing across turf. Control the ground speed with
speed control levers. Slow the mower for cutting tall
grass, grass that is heavy with moisture, or when
moving uphill. If ground speed is too fast, or blade
speed is too slow, mowing will be uneven because
mower blades will not be able to lift grass into cutting
position as mower passes over the ground.
Chute
Setting
OCDC
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Start-Up and Operation
Manual Lift Deck Height Adjustment
1. Refer to the deck height indicator decal,
directly to the left of the deck height adjustment
rod.
2. Determine the appropriate notch setting for your
desired cut.
3. Depress the deck foot pedal to lift deck, then
lock the deck in the highest position with the
deck lock handle.
4. Reposition the deck height stop to the selected
notch, then depresss the deck foot pedal
and release the deck lock.
5. Slowly release pressure on the deck foot pedal
to lower the deck to the new height setting.
Deck Lock
Handle
Deck Height
Stop
Quick Lift Operation
The 2760HP is equipped, from the factory, with an
electric deck lift and a quick lift foot pedal (See be-
low). The Quick Lift pedal can be used to override
the electric actuator to raise the deck quickly. To
use the Quick Lift pedal, you must fi rst rotate the
pedal from the “IN” position to the “OUT” or operat-
ing position (See below). Once in the operating
position, you will be able to conveniently lift the
deck.
The Quick Lift pedal is adjustable and should be
checked prior to using the mower for the fi rst time.
Adjust the pedal position for ease of use by loosening the two 5/8” bolts and nuts securing the quick
lift bracket to the frame arm. Place the bracket in
the desired position and tighten the fasteners.
“IN”
Position
Deck Foot
Pedal
Deck Height
Quick Lift pedal rotated to the “IN” position.
Indicator Decal
Electric Lift Deck Height Adjustment
1. Refer to the deck height indicator decal, located
on top of the actuator housing.
2. Determine the appropriate notch setting for your
desired cut.
3. Activate the electric deck lift switch to raise the
deck by moving the switch FORWARD.
4. Reposition the deck height stop to the selected
notch.
5. Activate the electric deck lift switch to lower the
deck by moving the switch REARWARD.
NOTE: If the electric deck lift begins to click,
then it has been raised or lowered as far as it
will move, or extra weight has been added to
the deck and needs to be removed.
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Quick Lift pedal rotated to the “OUT” or
ating position.
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“OUT”
Position
oper-
Shut-Down of Mower
Mower Shut Down Procedure
NOTE: Engine may be stopped at any time by
turning the ignition key to the OFF position.
1. Move steering speed control levers to
neutral position to stop mower movement.
2. Push deck engaging switch (PTO) down to
disengage mower deck blades.
3. Pull parking brake lever all the way up to set
parking brake.
4. Move throttle to the idle position.
5. Allow engine to idle for two minutes.
6. Turn ignition key to the OFF position and
remove key, even if leaving mower
unattended for only a few minutes.
7. Position fuel shut-off valve to the OFF
position.
Moving the Mower without Power
NOTE: Do not exceed a speed of 2 mph when
moving the mower without power.
If it becomes necessary to move the mower while
not under its own power, the hydraulic pumps are
equipped with bypass valves. Before moving the unit,
turn the 5/8” bypass valve counterclockwise two turns
on each pump. Always make certain the two bypass
valves are torqued back to 84-120 in-lb before starting
the engine. (See adjacent fi gure)
5/8” Bypass Valve
(1 per pump, 2 total)
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WARNING
Basic Mower Adjusments, Maintenance, and Repair
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
NEVER work with mower blades
while mower is running. Make
sure that ignition switch is off,
key is removed, PTO switch is disengaged, steering speed control levers are in neutral lock, and
parking brake is on. Failure to comply will result in
personal injury or death.
While setting up, repairing, or
transporting your mower, dis-
connect the negative battery terminal. Failure to
comply can result in personal injury or death.
Use caution when handling mow-
er blades during replacement or
maintenance. Wear appropriate protective gloves
and clothing. Cover the sharp cutting edges of the
the blades. Failure to comply can result in personal injury.
Blade Replacement
1. Chock rear tires.
2. Lift front end of mower and support it with a
jack or jack stands that have a suffi cient
safe working load capacity.
3. Wedge a short piece of lumber between the
mower blade and the mower deck to
immobilize the blade while removing and
reattaching hardware.
4. Remove bolts, washers, and spacer
attaching blade to blade spindle shaft,
before removing blades.
5. Apply anti-seize compound to threads of
attaching bolts before installation of new or
sharpened blades.
6. In reverse order as removed, install new or
sharpened blade with spacer, washers, and
bolts. Make certain to keep the lift area
(turned-up section of the blade) facing the
underside of mower deck. Ensure that the
fi ber washer (which acts as a vibration
damper) is against the blade.
7. Tighten bolts to a torque of 115-130 ft-lbs.
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Under Deck Cleaning
Do not clean the underside of
the deck with a pressure washer.
Water can get in and under seals and cause damage to equipment.
Clean the underside of the deck frequently.
Accumulation of debris seriously impairs the mower’s ability to “lift” the grass into cutting position and
discharge the clippings evenly. Build up on the
underside of the mower deck often results in a poor
quality of cut.
Parking Brake Adjustment
1. Set the parking brake to off (handle down).
If brake tension is equal on both sides of mower,
perform steps 2 and 3 only. If brake tension is on
only one side or the other, skip to step 4.
2. Lift mower seat.
3. Tighten the front brake linkage adjustment nut.
4. Remove applicable tire.
5. Remove cotter pin.
6. Pull out brake link.
7. Loosen jam-nut.
8. Turn brake link two revolutions clockwise.
9. Tighten jam-nut.
10. Replace brake link.
11. Install cotter pin.
12. Install tire. Torque tire lug nuts to100 ft-lbs.
Prior to performing any and all
maintenance, make sure that the
ignition switch is off and key removed, PTO switch
is disengaged, motion control levers are in neutral
lock, and parking brake is on. Failure to comply
may result in personal injury or death.
Mower Cleaning and Off-Season Storage
Clean and store the mower at the end of the mowing
season as follows:
1. Perform steps as applicable under routine
maintenance.
2. Remove all grass, dirt, and debris from the
machine. Wash mower with an automotive
type detergent.
3. Thoroughly apply grease to grease zerks as
shown on page 8.
4. Check hydraulic oil level. Add oil if necessary.
Change oil and fi lter if not done in last 500
hours. Refer to routine maintenance.
5. Check tires for proper infl ation.
6. Start mower and engage PTO for
approximately one minute to remove excess
water from belts and pulleys.
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Basic Mower Adjusments, Maintenance, and Repair
CAUTION
WARNING
Preparing the Mower for Storage
Prepare the engine for storage at the end of the
mowing season as follows:
1. Run engine for 15 minutes or longer.
2. Shut off engine.
3. Drain oil while engine is still warm.
4. Refi ll crankcase with fresh oil. Refer to
engine owner’s manual for proper oil type and
viscosity.
5. Position fuel shut off valve to the OFF position
and run the engine until it runs out of gas and/
or use a fuel stabilizer. Gasoline forms
harmful gum and varnish depoits in the
carburetor and fuel system as it becomes old.
Do not store gasoline for more
than 2 months. Failure to comply
can cause damage to equipment
or personal injury.
6. Remove and replace fuel fi lter if needed.
7. Check oil fi ller and fuel tank caps to make
sure they are securely in place.
Preparation for New Mowing Season
Prepare the stored mower for the new mowing season as follows:
1. Clean mower and remove any debris and
dirt accumulation.
2. Check the hydraulic and engine oil levels.
3. Fill fuel tanks with fresh gasoline.
4. Run the engine at half speed for 5 minutes
and check the operation of the steering
speed control levers. Then, stop engine and
check for oil leaks, loose fi ttings, etc...
5. Ensure all safety devices are operational and
review the general safety precautions listed in
the front of this manual.
6. Check air pressure in tires. If needed, infl ate
to proper pressure: front tires-12 psi
and rear tires-14 psi.
Belt Routing
Item
34” deck
(Part #)
1-Deck Belt 2006B80R 2006B94R 2006B112R 2006B130R
2-Engine-
Pump Belt
3-Engine-
Deck Belt
2006B57R 2006B57R 2006B64R 2006B64R
2010B92W 2010B92W 2010B81W 2010B85W
4-Bottom
Deck Pulley
5-Top Deck
Pulley
6-Idler Pulley 30224
7-Pump Pulley 200031
8-Engine Pulley 600055
9-Clutch 500012
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44” deck
(Part #)
50” deck
(Part #)
9907525X100S
300037 300059
60” deck
(Part #)
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