Dixon ZTR 34, ZTR 44, ZTR 34 manual Towing Trailers Other Attachments

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Left Hydro Pump

Freewheel Valve

Front

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

TOWING TRAILERS AND

OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable. Limit loads to 250 pounds (113 kg) or less with this mower.

To Free Wheel Machine

(Unlock Transmission)

Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) lever. Never attempt to move the lever with the engine running.

The hydro release valves are located below the seat, on the front side of the hydro pumps. Lift the seat frame assembly to access the release valves. Use a 5/8" wrench to rotate bolt counter- clockwise two full turns to disengage pump. Repeat procedure for opposite pump. To engage, rotate each

pump bolt clockwise until bolt is snug. Do not overtighten release valve or damage to the hydro pump could occur.

NOTE: Before pushing or towing tractor, transmission must be unlocked and park brake released. The tractor should never be pulled at more than 2 miles per hour (3.2 km/h) or for distances over ¼ mile (.402 km). Trailer the unit for distances over ¼ mile.

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Contents Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual Important Read Carefully Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Do not Slope OperationFire Hazards Fire Hazards CHILDREN, Bystanders and Pets Service Black Bear, Kodiak, Grizzly & SilverTip Mowers Specifications Specifications Black Bear 44 Model Seat Adjustment Instructions Control Levers ControlsTo SET Park Brake Park BrakeMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Circuit Breaker Blade DriveBefore Operating Mower Operation InstructionsStarting Instructions Park Brake Switch Test Testing of Safety Interlock SystemsBlade Drive Switch Test Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with aSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions To Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Towing Trailers Other AttachmentsMaintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceCutter Blade Maintenance Battery OFF Season Battery StorageEngine Belt Tension BeltsLubrication TiresOIL Fill Changing the Engine OILService Intervals Hydrostatic Transmission OIL and Filter ServiceHydrostat OIL Maintenance Procedure Neutral Adjustment Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Mower Deck Leveling ProcedureMower Deck Removal Warranty Cleaning the MowerPARTS/SERVICE Electrical SystemsEngine Starts but Cuts OUT TroubleshootingSkips in spots Check for loose belt/slow ground speed Standard Service Parts List Blades and BeltsEngine AIR and OIL Filters Date Engine Tuned OWNER’S InformationPage Dixon and ZTR Are registered trademarks