Dixon ZTR 4515K, 1998 manual To SET Parking Brake, Transmission Drive System

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CONTROLS

All controls are described from operators position:

PARKING BRAKE:

The parking brake used on the ZTR 4500 Series Models is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. The engine will stop if the parking brake is engaged while the control levers are in the drive position.

TO SET PARKING BRAKE:

The parking brake is located on the right fender of Models

ZTR 4515B and ZTR 4515K.

To engage brake, pull lever up and to the rear. To release brake, move lever forward and down.

NOTE: Always set parking brake before dismounting.

Release parking brake before moving mower.

TRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEM:

Allows the mower to turn on its own axis "Zero Turning Radius". Each lever

controls one side of the mower.

NOTE: The pressure required to operate the mower is very light.

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A minimum of 1/2 hour should be spent simply driving the mower without the blade drive engaged.

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Contents Page Important Read Carefully Index Page Safety Safety Alert SymbolGeneral Operation Do not Children Service Dixon Protection Plus TWO Year Limited Warranty Policy Specifications Seat Adjustment Instructions Controls Transmission Drive System Parking BrakeTo SET Parking Brake Turning To GO ForwardTo GO Backward BrakingBlade Drive Circuit BreakerOperation Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Engage parking brake before starting engine Starting InstructionsMowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height SuggestionsCare and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleCare and Maintenance Mower Blade MaintenanceBelt Tension Forward Travel Speed Adjustment Neutral Adjustment Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Deck Removal Care and Maintenance Changing the Engine OIL Recommended Grease Service IntervalsChassis Locations Electrical Systems Briggs & Stratton Filter Part Numbers Kohler Filter Part NumbersMower CUT Quality Situation Causes RemedyDrive System Situation Causes Remedy Electrical System Owner Information Date OIL Changed Date Engine TunedSeries Part No