Dixon ZTR 5017 Testing Of Safety Interlock Systems, Operation Instructions, Engine Should Stop

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:

PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST:a) Place Parking Brake in OFF position b) Turn ignition switch to START

Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.

BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: a) Place Parking Brake in ON position

b)Engage blade drive switch

c)Turn ignition switch to START

Engine should not turn over or attempt to start.

SEAT SWITCH TEST:a) In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders, start the engine

b)Engage blade drive switch

c)Raise slightly off seat

ENGINE SHOULD STOP

If Any Safety Check FAILS: Do Not Operate The Mower until

the system has been checked and repaired

by an Authorized Dixon ZTR Dealer

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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 CHASSISSEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 5000 Series Models 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position2. 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 SYSTEM TURNING BRAKING TO GO BACKWARD CHOKE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVERBLADE DRIVE CIRCUIT BREAKERMOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING MOWERTOWING 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 BELT TENSION ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELTBELT 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 PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT A. AIR GAP ADJUSTMENTB. OHMS TEST HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICE OIL REQUIREMENTSOIL 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 NUMBERDixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc5000Series