Dixon SPEEDZTR 36 User Manual

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SPEEDZTR36/38/42/44

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Operator’s Manual

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY

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 this Operator’s Manual carefully. It contains valuable information that is necessary for the safe operation of the machine. Observe all safety rules and become completely familiar with the controls.

The information contained in this manual applies to all Dixon® ZTR® SpeedZTR™ 36”, 38”, 42” and 44” mowers.

See your authorized Dixon® dealer for warranty service, parts and repairs or to answer any questions you may have about your new Dixon® ZTR®.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SAFETY&WARNING...................................

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WARRANTY.......................................................

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SPECIFICATIONS............................................

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SEATADJUSTMENT.......................................

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CONTROLS.................................................

19-22

OPERATIONINSTRUCTIONS...................

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CARE& MAINTENANCE..........................

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STANDARDSERVICEPARTS LIST........

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TROUBLESHOOTING................................

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SpeedZTR™36/38/42/44

Part Number 16516-106

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Dixon SPEEDZTR 36 User Manual

SAFETY

RIDING LAWN MOWERS,

IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED

CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

Pictured beloware the most common causes of injury to the operatoror bystander. Please read and understand thismanual topreventinjuries.

Blade Contact

Tip Over

Run Over

Back Over

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SAFETY

Safety Alert Symbol

When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury.

Follow the recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices.

DANGER

(highlightedin red) indicates an imminentlyhazardous

situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

(highlightedin orange) indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

(highlighted in yellow) indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,

if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION:

Read, understand, and followallinstructions in this manual and on the mower before starting.

Only allow responsibleadults, who are familiar with the instructions,to operate the mower.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Mower blades can throwrocks or other debris.

Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place. This will decrease the possibilityof injuryfrom objects being thrown by the mowerblades.

Never carry passengers. They may fall off and become seriously injured or interfere with safe operation of the mower.

Mowing in reverse is not recommended because it is difficult to maintain a clear vision of the mowing path. However, should it become necessary to back up, remember to look down and behind before and while backing.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION (continued):

Neverleavea running mower unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.

Turn off blades whennot mowing. Injurycould occurfrom contact with movingparts.

Under no circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller arestillrunning.

To avoid personalinjuryfrom accidental clutch engagement, stop engine before removing grass catcher or uncloggingchute.

Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Slowdown before turningto reduce the risk of tip-over.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower into a trailer or truck. Push, do not ride the mower when loading and unloading.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION (continued):

Never dismount mower without applying parking brake or stopping engine.

Protect your eyes.Always wear safety gogglesor safety glasses with side shields when operating mower.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mowerrelatedinjuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

To protect against possible tip-over, followthe manufacturer’s recommendation for wheelweights and counterweights.

Maintain or replace safety & instruction labels as needed.

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

SLOPE OPERATION:

Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.

All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it!

DO

Mow across the slope with yourDixon® ZTR® -- never up or down. This will decrease the risk of tip-over.

Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, wires and otherforeign objectsthat can be thrown by mowerblades.

Watch forholes,ruts,rootsand bumps. Uneven terrain could overturnthe mower. Tallgrass can hide such obstacles.

Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes eventhoughthe brakes are functioning properly.

Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

SLOPE OPERATION (continued):

DO (continued):

Keep all movement on the slopes slowand gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

Use extreme caution when operatingthe mower withattachmentsto prevent tip-over or roll-over.

If front wheelslift off theground, pull leversback to stabilize the mower. Discontinue mowing the slope!

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

SLOPE OPERATION (continued):

DO NOT

Do not turn on slopesunless necessary, and then, turnslowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphillturnsmaycausetip-over.

Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.Themowercould suddenlyturn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in.

Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.

Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot onthe ground.

Do not use grass catcher or other attachments on steep slopes. The added weight may change the stability of the mower thus creatingthe potential for tip-over.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

FIRE HAZARDS:

Use extra carewhen handlinggasoline and other fuels. Theyareflammable and vapors areexplosive.

Store all fuel in approved containers specifically designed for that purpose.

Allow engine to cool before refueling. Never remove fuel capor add fuel withengine running.

Do not smoke while refueling or operating the mower.

To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves and other debris build-up.

If gasoline is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Move mower awayfrom the area of the spill. Do not create any source of ignition until gas vapors have dissipated. Wipe up spilled fuel and dispose of waste properly.

Iffuelisspilledonclothing,changeclothingimmediately.

Before storing, allow mower to cool. Clean fuel and oil spillage.

Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

FIRE HAZARDS (continued):

To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flames away from battery.

Keep electrical connections clean and tight. Inspect them often. Loose connections and corrosion increase fire risk.

Before disconnecting the negative ground cable, make sure all switches are off. This decreases the chance of sparking and fire.

Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass bags into theframeor “hot” exhaust muffler of the engine. Fire could result.

To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electricity:

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

When practical, remove fuel powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.

If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

CHILDREN:

Tragic accidents can occur if the operatoris not

alert to the presence of children.

Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowingactivity.

NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen.

Be alerttoavoid accidents.

Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchfulcare of anotherresponsibleadult.

Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.

Before and during backing look BEHIND and DOWN forsmallchildren.

Never carry children.Theymayfalloff and be seriously injured or interfere with safe mower operation.

Never allow children to operate the mower.

Use extra carewhen approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

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WARNING

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

SERVICE:

Never run a mower inside a closed area or without proper ventilation.

Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition.

Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running unless otherwise specified.

Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check components. Replace with original equipment parts when necessary.

Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid. To prevent burns, avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing.

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DIXON® ZTR® RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICY

SpeedZTR™ & RAM 42 - Residential Mowers

DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS.

THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS:

1.RESIDENTIALAPPLICATION - (used only at owner’s primary place of residence):

a.TwoYears-100%partsandlaborsubjecttotheconditionsandlimitationsdescribedhereinfor aperiodoftwoyears fromdateofpurchasebytheoriginalowner.

b.Thirdyear-limitedto100%partscost as showninthecurrentDixon®PartsPrice Listand subjecttotheconditionsandlimitationsasdescribedherein.

c.AttachmentsmarketedthroughorapprovedbyDixonIndustries,Inc., arewarrantedfortwo yearspartsandlaborinresidentialuseapplications.

2.NOT APPROVED FOR COMMERCIAL USE.

3.Lifetimewarrantyonallframesandleadingedgeofallfabricated(welded)decks

(SPEEDZTR 36 & 44 only).

4.AllDixon®warrantymustbeaccomplishedbyauthorizedDixon®dealersandin accordancewith Dixon®warranty policy andallowances. AllwarrantyclaimsmustbesubmittedtoDixonIndustries forapproval.

5.Warrantyappliestonewandunusedmowersandistransferablewithinthestatedtimeframetoa secondowner.

6.WarrantylaborreimbursementtodealersbasedonpublishedDixon®flatrateschedule.

7.Warrantydoesnotapplytodamageintransitorincidentsofmisuse,negligence,accidents,or alteration. TheuseofpartsorcomponentsotherthanthosesuppliedbyDixonIndustriesVOIDS ALL WARRANTY.

8.Batterywarrantyislimitedto1yearfrommowermanufacturedate.

9.Thefollowingitemsarenotcoveredbythiswarrantypolicy:

(a)Routinemaintenanceoradjustmentstoincludeanyoils,filtersorotherfluidsused.

(b)Belts,blades,tiresandcosmeticappearance(paint,seatfade,etc.)

(c)PickupanddeliverychargesfortransportationofmowertoandfromanauthorizedDixon® dealer’splaceofbusiness.

(d)Engines.Thesearecoveredunderaseparatewarrantybyeachindividualengine manufacturer. Consultenginemanualforwarrantydetails.

(e)Anycostsorexpenseofprovidingsubstituteequipmentwhilerepairworkisbeingperformed onawarrantedmower.

10.THERE IS NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXCLUDED, OTHERWISE, ALL SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME DURATION AND REMEDIES AS THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. ALL LIABILITIES FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES UNDER ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ARE EXCLUDED.

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