Dixon ZTR 5017, ZTR 5022 manual Care And Maintenance, Belt Tension, Engine To Mower Deck Belt

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BELT TENSION

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

BELT TENSION

ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT:
42' and 50"	P/N 6111
60"	P/N 6938

The engine to mower deck drive belts are automatically held in proper tension by springs which push the deck assembly forward and do not require any additional adjustment to be made.

MOWER DECK SERPENTINE	BELT:
42"	P/N 6109
50"	P/N 1300
60"	P/N 6939

Refer to illustration for adjustment procedure.

TIGHTEN OR LOOSEN

HEX NUT TO ACHIEVE

THISDIMENSION 50" & 60" 5/8"

42" 3/4"

NOTE: Belt deflection or movement should be approximately 1/4" when measured at mid-point between pulleys.

Periodically inspect both belt and idler systems.

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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 CHASSIS2. Slide seat forward or backward 3. Release seat slide adjuster SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 5000 Series Models1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position 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 LEVERMOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER BLADE DRIVECIRCUIT BREAKER TOWING OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE OPERATING MOWER 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 BELT TENSIONENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT 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 B. OHMS TEST PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTA. AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT OIL FILTER P/N 7252- IMPORTANT HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICEOIL REQUIREMENTS 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 NUMBER5000Series Dixon and ZTRare registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc