Dixon ZTR 5017Twin manual Changing the Engine OIL, OIL Fill, Protect Your Investment

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil.

CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:

1.The "Dapco" oil drain valve is located on the left side of the engine crankcase.

2.Place a suitable container under the drain valve. The short piece of hose will help direct the oil.

3.To drain turn hex head valve stem counter clockwise with 10mm wrench or socket. Open to full (approximately 7 turns).

4.After engine is drained tighten hex stem..

NOTE: Refer toenginemanufacturersrecommendationsforfrequencyofoilchanges.

Hex Head

Valve Stem

OIL FILL:

1.Drain oil.

2.Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.

3.Refill engine with type, and quantity of oil recommended by the engine manufacturer in engine literature.

NOTE: Engine oil changes on the 5000 Series Models will require replacement of the oil filter. These filters can now be obtained from any authorized Dixon Dealer.

PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT:

The use of non-original oil or air filters may result in damage to the engine and a loss of warranty. Listed on Page 43 are the correct part numbers for each engine in the 5000

Series Dixon Mowers.

PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS

PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT

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Contents ZTR Mowers Important Read Carefully 11-13 IndexSafety Safety Symbols Safety Alert SymbolGeneral Operation Do not Slope OperationVolt Utility Outlet ChildrenService Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Commercial Models Model ZTR SpecificationsChassis Model ZTR 5017Twin Series Seat Adjustment InstructionsControls To SET Parking Brake Parking BrakeHYDRO-GEAR Drive System Braking To GO ForwardTo GO Backward TurningCircuit Breaker Blade DriveMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Towing Operation InstructionsBlade Drive Switch Test Parking Brake Switch TestSeat Switch Test Starting Instructions Cold Engine Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentGrass Height Suggestions Side Discharge of the ClippingsDeck Rollers Maintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceMower Blade Maintenance Engine to Mower Deck Belt Belt TensionLubrication Fuel Shut OFF ValveChassis Locations Wheel Reversal Rear WheelsOIL Fill Changing the Engine OILProtect Your Investment Mower Deck Removal Mower Deck Leveling Procedure BOX to Hydrostat Belt Adjustment Parking Brake Cable Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Forward Travel Speed Adjustment AIR GAP Adjustment Procedure for Electric Clutch AdjustmentOIL Requirements Hydrostatic Transmission OIL and Filter ServiceHydrostatic Transmission OIL & Filter Service Serial Numbers Warranty PARTS/SERVICE Electrical Systems Cleaning the MowerWheels and Tires Blades Standard Service Parts ListBelts Kohler and Briggs & Stratton AIR and OIL Filter Part Numbers Mower CUT Quality TroubleshootingDrive System Electrical System Owner Information 5000Series 5020,5023&5425 Part No