Dixon 301, 302 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ZTR-301, 302 MOWER

IMPORTANT!

The Dixon ZTR mower is both easy and fun

to operate. However, any power mower must

be operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy

or a recreational vehicle. Before you start to

use the mower, read the operator's manual

carefully, and become completely

familiar with the controls. Your
Dixon dealer will gladly provide

a check-out ride, and answer

any questions.

READ CAREFULLY

You have purchased a top quality lawn mower that has been inspected at the factory and found to be in perfect mechanical
lawn mower is warranted for 1 year from date of delivery against all defects in materials and workmanship. Lawn mowers used for
commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery.

condition. This

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

This lawn mower is warranted for one(1) year from date of delivery against all defects in materials and workmanship. Lawn mowers used

for commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery. (Lawn mowers other than those used only at residence of owner
are considered as commercial service.)

Each new mower is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Our obligation,
under this warranty, shall be limited to the replacement to the original retail purchaser of any part or parts, which, within the warranty
period, shall be shown to be defective due to faulty workmanship or materials at the factory. All parts claimed defective must be returned
to the factory for inspection, repair, or replacement with transportation charges

This warranty does not apply to damage in transit or damage caused by misuse, negligence or accident, to alterations or repairs done
outside the factory or authorized service stations, nor does it obligate us to assume any transportation charges in connection with the
replacement of parts claimed to be defective.

Our warranty does not apply to the blades, adapters, chains or belts on our mowers due to the very nature of the function

and to the elements they are exposed to.

The warranty specifically excludes engines and tires which are warranted separately by their respective manufacturers. All claims for

defective engines or engine parts must be made in accordance with the engine manufacturer's warranty.

We reserve the right to make changes in design and changes or improvements on our product without imposing any obligation upon
ourselves to install the same on products heretofore manufactured.

This warranty is null and void if any parts other than original manufacturer's parts are used. There is no other express

IMPLIED WARRANTIES, including those of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one(1) . year from

purchase and, to the extent permitted by law, any and all implied warranties are excluded.

prepaid.

warranty.

they perform

SERIAL NUMBERS

The lawn mower has two serial numbers:

Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE MOWING:

1. Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer, to save
money and prevent injury. Consult your dealer before
removing any parts.

2. Don't allow anyone to operate your Dixon mower without
proper instruction. Young children should never be allowed
to operate any power mower, riding or walking.

3. Before mowing, pick up all debris — particularly stones and

sharp objects.

4. Before starting the engine, make sure the gas cap is

in place.

DURING MOWER OPERATION

mower attracts many admiring

neighbors. But when mowing, all persons — especially
children — and pets should be cleared from the mowing
area.

1. The revolutionary Dixon

2. Wear appropriate, safe clothing when mowing — close-fitting
jeans or slacks and heavy leather or safety shoes
soles. Never use any kind of mower with bare feet or open
sandals, not even an old push-type model!

3. When grass is wet or slippery, do not use any riding

4. Always mow at the slowest speed that will cut satisfac

5. Keep hands and feet away from the blade at all times.

6. Although the Dixon mower is equipped with a missile deflector
which directs downwards all blade propelled
persons clear of the discharge chute.

7. Your Dixon mower is very stable because of its low center of
gravity and weight biased to the rear; however, caution should
be exercised when mowing hills or slopes with

8. Always disengage blades before taking the mower

with rough

mower.

torily.

objects, keep

any mower.

across walks or objects that project above the surface.
mower is not in use, turn the engine off; never leave the engine running
unattended. Your Dixon mower
switch that kills the
are

engaged.

10. Before adjusting your mower or adding fuel, turn the engine off. Let
it cool, and disconnect the spark plug so the engine cannot start by
accident. Be sure all moving parts

engine when operator leaves the seat while blades

ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING

is equipped with a weight-sensitive

are stopped.

9. When the

IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Dixon ZTR

unique maneuverability and ease. The following procedures
allow one to become familiar with the unique method of
very easily.

1. SET PARKING BRAKE

(When drive levers are released, they will return to
position.)

2. Move "Blade Operation" lever to "Disengage" position.
Engine will not start when blades are engaged.

mowers offer a new concept in mowing, providing

will

control

— Be sure that drive levers are free.

neutral

..

11. Never run the engine indoors; the fumes are dangerous.

12. Before backing your Dixon mower, stop, turn around, and
look.

13. Gasoline fumes are explosive; use only approved gasoline

14. If the mower should start vibrating, stop the engine

15. Never lift lawn mower by the body; lift only by the frame.

3. Move throttle control to "Choke" position.

4. To start models with electric starting, simply insert ignition key

containers to store small amount of fuel. No special oil/gas
mixtures are needed for your Dixon mower.

immediately and check for damage or loose parts. Vibration
is usually the warning of trouble.

and turn to the far right position. When the engine starts,
release the ignition key and it will remain in the
position. To stop the engine simply turn the key to
position.
To start manual start models, turn switch to "RUN" position. A
sharp pull will start the engine. Release the start-

"RUN"

the "OFF"