Dixon ZTR 5017, ZTR 5022 manual Series, Operators Manual

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1999 Operator's Manual

1999 Operator's Manual

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Contents 1999 Operators Manual 5000 SERIESIMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY 5000 Series INDEXThe most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETYread and understand this manual to prevent injuries RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATEDDanger SAFETY SYMBOLSFollow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices Safety Alert SymbolFailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in SAFETYThis cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet and throwing objectsSLOPE OPERATION CHILDREN SERVICE DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- HYDRO-GEAR MODELS SEE DEALER FOR DETAILSWARRANTY DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- ESTATE MODELSModel ZTR SPECIFICATIONS5020 11 GA - rectangular tube CHASSIS1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 5000 Series Models2. Slide seat forward or backward 3. Release seat slide adjuster CONTROLS CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine PARKING BRAKETO SET PARKING BRAKE HYDRO-GEAR DRIVE SYSTEMTURNING BRAKING TO GO BACKWARDCHOKE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVERCIRCUIT BREAKER BLADE DRIVEMOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER BEFORE OPERATING MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTOWING If Any Safety Check FAILS Do Not Operate The Mower until TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSthe system has been checked and repaired by an Authorized Dixon ZTR DealerSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS Engine has been operated STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Cold EngineMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT 6. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENTSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS Besurethatdeflectorisproperlyinstalledonthe dischargechuteGRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS 5. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season60 Deck DECK ROLLERSMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CARE AND MAINTENANCEBefore performing any maintenance, shut off engine OFF-SEASON BATTERY STORAGEMOWER BLADE MAINTENANCE ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT BELT TENSIONBELT FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE SERVICE INTERVALSLUBRICATION LOCATIONSWHEEL REVERSAL REAR WHEELSPROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT CHANGING THE ENGINE OILPLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENTMOWER DECK REMOVAL MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE T-BOX TO HYDROSTAT BELT ADJUSTMENT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENT A. AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTB. OHMS TEST OIL REQUIREMENTS HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICEOIL FILTER P/N 7252- IMPORTANT 3. Put fresh oil in reservoir. Fill reservoir to the full mark WARRANTY CLEANING THE MOWERPARTS/SERVICE WHEELS AND TIRES42 DECK STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST50 DECK 60 DECKKOHLER AND BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS MOWER CUT QUALITY TROUBLESHOOTINGSITUATION CAUSESDRIVE SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page MOWER MODEL NUMBER OWNER INFORMATIONPURCHASED FROM MOWER SERIAL NUMBERare registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc Dixon and ZTR5000Series