Dixon ZEETER 422 & 424, ZTR 422, 424, ZTR Zeeter 422, ZTR Zeeter 424 Operator's Manual
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 checkout ride, and answer any questions.
READ CAREFULLY
You have purchased a top quality lawn mower that
has been carefully inspected and adjusted at the
factory. This 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.
SEE YOUR DEALER FOR
WARRANTY SERVICE OR
PARTS.
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, repa ir, or replacement with transportation charges
prepaid.
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
they perform and to the elements they are exposed to.
The warranty specifically excludes engines, tires, and batteries 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
warranty.
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.
SERIAL NUMBERS
The lawn mower has three serial numbers:
Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle.
Engine Number — Located on engine. When referring to serial number on Warranty Registration, etc., use Mower
Serial Number located on frame.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE MOWING
1. Read these safety instructions and
engine manufacturer's operating and
maintenance instructions that are
furnished with the mower.
2. Discuss proper maintenance with your
Dixon dealer, to save money and prevent
injury. Consult your dealer before
removing any parts.
3..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.
4. Before mowing, pick up all debris —
particulary stones and sharp objects.
5. Before starting the engine, make sure
the gas cap is in
place.
DURING MOWER OPERATION
1. The revolutionary Dixon mower attracts
many admiring neighbors. But when
mowing, all persons — especially
children — and pets should be cleared
from the mowing
area.
2. Wear appropriate, safe clothing when
mowing — close-fitting jeans or slacks
and heavy leather or safety shoes with
rough 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 mower.
4. Always mow at the slowest speed that
will cut satjsfacto
rily.
5. Keep hands and feet away from the
blade at afl times.
6. Although the Dixon mower is equipped
with a missile
deflector which directs downwards all blade propelled objects, keep persons clear of the
discharge chute. Do not operate mower unless
deflector is in place.
7. Use extreme caution when mowing hills or
slopes with any
mower.
8. Always disengage blades before taking the
mower across walks or objects that project
above the surface.
9. When the mower is not in use, turn the engine
off; never leave the engine running unattended.
Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weight sensitive switch that kills the en gine when
operator leaves the seat while blades are
engaged. Test this important safety feature
before each time mower is used. This may be
done by starting engine, engaging blades and
then rising slightly from seat. If engine does not
stop, see your dealer for necessary repair.
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 are stopped.
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 containers to store small
amount of fuel. No special oil/gas mixtures are
needed for your Dixon mower.
14. If the mower should start vibrating, stop the
engine immediately and check for damage or
loose parts. Vibration is usually the warning of
trouble.
15. Never lift lawn mower by the body; lift only by
the frame.
16. Never carry passengers.
ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING.
IMPORTANT OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Dixon ZTR mowers offer a new concept in mowing,
providing unique maneuverability and ease. The
following procedures will allow one to become
familiar with the unique method of control very
easily.
1. SET PARKING BRAKE — Be sure that drive
levers are free and in the neutral position.
(When drive levers are
released, they should
return to neutral position.)
2. "Blade Operation" lever is to be set in the
"Disengage" position.
3. Move throttle control to "Choke" position.
4. To start models with electric starting, simply
insert ignition key and turn to the far right
position. When the engine starts, release the
ignition key and it will remain in the "RUN"
position. To stop the engine simply turn the key
to
the "OFF" position.
NOTE: Some electric start models are also
equipped with manual start provision.
To start engine manually turn switch to
"RUN" and pull the starter rope.
5. Set engine to desired speed by adjusting
throttle control. (Suggest set at slow speed
during initial operation.)
6. NOTE SAFETY FEATURE: Safety switches
stop engine when operator leaves seat while
blades are engaged, and engine cannot be
started when blades are engaged. OPERATOR
SHOULD TAKE PRECAUTIONS AND NOT
RELY ON SAFETY SWITCHES.
7. This unit is equipped with a unique transaxle that
requires only two drive levers to control braking,
turning, direction and acceleration.
TO GO
FORWARD
From neutral position gently push both drive
levers for
ward; to increase speed move levers
further forward.
TO GO BACKWARD
From neutral position gently pull both drive
levers
rearward.
TURNING
Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever
slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn
left, move left lever rearward of right lever. To
turn "square corners" move lever of desired
direction to neutral. To turn on mower's own
axis (Zero Radius) reduce speed and move one
lever to reverse position and the other to forward
position.
BRAKING
To brake mower, move both levers in direction
opposite of travel, release levers to neutral, set
parking brake. When stopping on incline, it may
be necessary to hold slight pressure on levers
in direction opposite of slope, until parking
brake is set.
ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE BEFORE
DISMOUNTING.
INITIAL OPERATION
It is recommended that first operation of mower
be done at a slow throttle setting with mower
blades disengaged u ntil operator is thoroughly
familiar with the unit.
You may have a tendency to "over
control" mower at first. Slight movement
— fingertip control — is all that's
necessary for easy operation.
8. Mower Blade operation:
• Cutting height is set by positioning the
adjustment lever. Push button knob on top of
lever, set desired cutting height, lock in to
position by releasing button knob.
• To start mower blades, move lever on floor to
"engage" position. To stop mower blades,
move lever to "disengage" position.
ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION
BEFORE DISMOUNTING.
9. Parking Brake:
Parking brake is on right hand side of floor area and is
engaged by pushing full forward with foot. To
disengage, pull lever back toward operator by hand. In
emergency situations, brake may be used in
conjunction with the natural braking of the transaxle by
applying pressure with foot. Always set parking brake
before dismounting. Be sure that parking brake is
disengaged before moving.
MAINTENANCE
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE,
SHUT OFF ENGINE, ALLOW TO COOL AND
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG.
ENGINE
For complete engine operating and maintenance
information, refer to engine operating and maintenance
instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and
supplied
with each mower.
BATTERY
Procedure for initial activation of battery:
1. Fill with electrolyte solution to lower ring of battery.
2. Let stand for 30 minutes.
3. Charge at 4 amps for 3 hours or 1 amp for 12 hours.
4. After initial filling, fluid level may be maintained with
distilled water.
Procedure for off-season storage:
1. Charge battery.
2. Disconnect cables from battery terminals. Identify
cables so that they may be easily reconnected to -the
correct
terminal. (See also wiring diagram shown on
Body Assembly illustration.)
3. Clean top of battery and terminals.
4. Do not remove battery from mower.
5. To reactivate, reconnect cables to correct
terminals and charge battery if needed.
BELT ADJUSTMENT
The best tension for a V-belt drive is the lowest
tension at which the belts will not slip under
normal load condition. Check the tension on a
new belt frequently during first hours of operation
and every 10-15 hours or monthly thereafter.
Too much tension shortens belt and bearing life.
Too little tension causes slippage and loss of
power. Be sure that belts and pulleys are kept
free of foreign material. If belt slippage occurs,
tighten it just enough to prevent slippage.
TRANSAXLE DRIVE BELT
To adjust tension, loosen 4 bolts which hold
engine to mount and belt keeper in place.
Loosen tension bolt located at rear of machine.
Adjust tension bolt until desired tension is
achieved, tighten 4 bolts holding engine and
tighten tension bolt lock nut.
MOWER DRIVE BELT
Belt tension for mower drive belt is adjusted by
loosening nut on mower deck turnbuckle
assembly and turning turnbuckle to achieve
desired tension. Retighten nut. Tension should
be checked with belt in engaged position.
REPLACE BELTS WHEN ADJUSTMENT
CAN NO LONGER BE MADE
SATISFACTORILY OR IF BELTS BECOME
WORN.
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