Dixon ZTR Mowers User Manual
IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY
The DIXON ZTR mower is easy and fun ‘to operate.
However, the ZTR mower is not a toy or a recreational
vehicle. Any power mower must be operated properly to
safe.
Before you use your ZTR mower, read the operator’s
manual carefully. Read the Technical Data Brochure
provided for each specific model. Become familiar with
controls.
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SERIAL NUMBERS
WHEN REFERRING TO SERIAL NUMBER ON OWNER
REGISTRATION, USE MOWER SERIAL NUMBER
LOCATED ON FRAME AT REAR OF ENGINE. NUMBER
WILL BEGIN WITH DM.
Your Dixon dealer will provide a check out ride and
your questions. See your dealer for warranty ser
parts, repairs, and questions.
Refer to Warranty Registration Form (P/N 8288)
for details on both residential and commercial use
applications.
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WARRANTY
SAFETY
The most common causes of lawn mower injuries are:
1. Contact with mower blade(s) with hands or feet.
2. Tipping over.
3. Running over children.
70 PREVENT THESE AND OTHER INJURIES, READ AND
UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN MANUAL AND ON
MOWER BEFORE STARTING MOWER. FAILURE TO
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS-READ CAREFULLY
General Operation
•
Read, understand, and observe all instructions before
starting mower.
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Allow only responsible adults to operate mower.
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Wear appropriate, safe clothing when operating mower.
Never operate mower with bare feet or open sandals.
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Do not use mower when grass is wet or slippery.
•
Clear area of rocks, wire, toys, and other objects which can
cause injury If thrown by mower.
•
Clear area of people and pets. Stop mower If anyone enters
area.
•
Do not carry passengers.
• Look behind before and during backing. Do not mow in
reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Check discharge
direction. Do not point discharge at people, passing cars,
windows, or doors,
•
Slow down before turning.
•
Do not leave running mower unattended. Turn off blade, set
parking brake, turn off engine and remove key before
dismounting.
Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weightsensitive switch which kills the engine when the
operator leaves the seat while blade is engaged.
TEST THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURE
BEFORE EACH MOWER USE BY STARTING
ENGINE, ENGAGING BLADE AND RISING SLIGHTLY
FROM SEAT. IF ENGINE DOES NOT STOP, SEE
YOUR DEALER FOR NECESSARY REPAIR.
• Turn off blade, shut off engine, and remove-key before
removing grass catcher or unclogging
•
Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
•
Do not operate mower while under the influence of alcohol
chute.
or drugs.
• Watch for traffic when operating mower near or
when
crossing roadways.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor in loss of control and tip-over
accidents. ALL SLOPES REQUIRE EXTRA CAUTION.
•
Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR, never up
or down.
•
Watch for holes and hidden hazards. Tall grass will
hide obstacles.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other at-
tachments which change the stability of the
•
Use slow speed.
•
Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
• Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes. If grass
catcher is used, empty grass catcher bags when
partially full.
• Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Keep movements slow and gradual.
•
Do not start on a slope.
• If tires lose traction, disengage blade and proceed
slowly down the slope.
• Do not turn on slopes. If absolutely necessary, turn
slowly and gradually downhill.
• Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or em
• Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction will
sliding.
•
Do not stabilize mower by placing your foot on the
ground.
mower.
bankments.
cause
CHILDREN
Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing
activity.
were last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents.
• Do not allow children in yard when mower is in
•
•
Do not allow children to operate mower.
•
Do not allow children to ride on mower.
•
Be extra alert for children when approaching blind
NEVER
operation.
Be alert and turn off mower if a child enters area.
Before and during backing, look behind and DOWN
small children.
corners, shrubs and trees.
assume children will stay where they
for
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