Dixon 42 / 968999689, 44 / 968999538, 44 / 968999611, 44 / 968999547 manual Replacing the Air Filter

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Replacing the Air Filter

If the engine seems weak or runs unevenly, the air filter may be clogged. If run with a dirty air filter, the spark plugs can become fouled, disrupting operation.

For this reason, it is important to replace the air filter regularly (see the heading Maintenance Schedule for the proper service interval).

WARNING!

The engine and the exhaust system become very hot during operation. There is a risk for burns if touched. Allow engine and exhaust system to cool at least two (2) minutes.

Cleaning/replacing the air filter is carried out as follows:

1.Remove the plastic fastener on the top of the air filter cowling and remove the air filter cowling.

2.Remove the foam rubber pre-filter and clean using a mild detergent. Squeeze it dry with a clean cloth.

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Remove the air filter cowling

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Remove pre-filter

3. Remove the wing nuts for the air filter and remove the paper filter.

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Remove paper filter

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Contents Speedztr Page Table of Contents Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceImportant Information Symbols and DecalsRemove key before Safety Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Customer responsibilities Controls ControlsTracking Motion Control LeversUnlocking Transmission Seat adjustment leverRefueling Ignition Switch Choke ControlThrottle Control Blade switch Circuit breakerParking Brake Mower Deck Cut Height Lift Lever To move forward and backward OperationOperation TrainingStarting the Engine Before StartingSteering controls in the outward, locked neutral position USE Full Throttle When Mowing To start an engine with a weak battery To attach jumper cablesTo remove cables, reverse order Running Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Unlocking Transmission Moving by HandMaintenance Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Before After 50 100 Battery To clean battery and terminalsReplacing battery Ignition System Checking the Safety SystemChecking and Adjusting the Throttle Cable Checking and Adjusting the Choke CableChecking the Engine’s Cooling Air Intake Replacing the Air Filter Checking the Fuel Pump’s Air Filter Replacing the Fuel FilterDeck belt Checking Tire PressuresChecking the Parking Brake Checking the V-beltsDeck belt removal Deck belt installationTo replace EZT E-Series Zeroturn Transaxle belt Belt installationPump Belt Checking the BladesBlade replacement To level deck Adjusting the Mower DeckSide-to-side adjustment Front-to-back adjustmentCleaning and Washing To adjust anti-scalp rollersHardware To adjust parking brakeTracking adjustment Mower is tracking to the rightMower is tracking to the left Lubrication Lubrication ScheduleChange transaxles transmission filters Deck spindle Lubricating the CablesFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsEngine Oil Changing the Engine Oil Deck outer spindleChecking the Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Filter Filter Top Port Plug Filter Guard Screws Purging Procedures Problem Cause Trouble Shooting GuideEnglish-57 English-58 Service StorageWinter Storage Wiring Diagrams Technical Data ZTR 44 ZTR 36 EngineTransmission Overall dimensions ZTR 44 ZTR 36 EquipmentProductivity ZTR 36 ZTR 44 Engine Technical DataZTR 36 ZTR 44 Equipment ZTR 42 Engine ZTR 42 Equipment ZTR 44 Engine ZTR 44 Equipment Torque Specifications Conformity Certificates Conformity CertificatesAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Service JournalAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service Service Journal Service Journal Service Journal At Least Once Each Year Service Journal Page Part No 131911 Rir 07/27/07