Dixon ZTR 4515K, 1998 manual Important Read Carefully

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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY

The Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and fun to operate. However,

any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy or a recreational vehicle.

Before you start to use the mower: read the operator's manual carefully, and become completely familiar with the controls.

The information in this operator's manual applies to all

Dixon® ZTR® 4500 Series Model Mowers.

Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a check-out ride,

and answer any questions.

See your dealer for warranty service, parts and repairs.

DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.

A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316251 2000

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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