Dixon ZTR 4424 manual Mower CUT Quality, Situation Causes Remedy

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TROUBLESHOOTING

MOWER CUT QUALITY:

There are many variables that can effect the cut quality of any riding mower. Type and conditions of grass, cut height setting, engine RPM and ground speed are some of the variables that interact creating differences in cut quality. Examination of one 0r more of the above will generally produce a quality cut.

The Troubleshooting Chart suggests practices and adjustments that may be helpful in improving cut quality. Your Dixon ZTR dealer js also available to provide assistance to you.

SITUATION

CAUSES

REMEDY

Poor cut quality

Ground speed

Reduce mowing speed

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Loose engine to mower deck

Refer to pages 24-25

 

belt

 

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Engine RPM too low

Increase engine RPM to maximum

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Dull or bent blade

Sharpen or replace as required

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Un-level mower deck

Consult your dealer

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Grass buildup under mower

Clean out underside of mower deck

 

deck

 

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Improper blades

Replace with original equipment blade

 

 

designed for the 4000 Series Models

Poor cut quality

Uneven tire pressures

Check and adjust as required per

 

 

 

operators manual

 

 

 

 

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Contents Page Important Read Carefully Standard Parts List Troubleshooting SafetyWarranty Policy Specifications Seat Adjustment Controls Care and MaintenanceSafety Safety Alert Symbol SafetySafety Do not Children Service Dixon Protection Plus TWO Year Limited Warranty Policy Specifications Specifications Models ZTR 4421, ZTR 4423 & ZTR Seat Adjustment InstructionsControls Controls Transmission Drive System Parking BrakeTo SET Parking Brake Braking To GO ForwardTo GO Backward TurningCircuit Breaker Blade DriveMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Operation Instructions Position Starting Instructions Operation InstructionsMowing with a Mulching Attachment Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentGrass Types Maintenance Schedule Care and Maintenance 4000 Series ModelsCutter Blade Maintenance Care and Maintenance 4000 Series ModelsBelt Tension Deck Removal Lubrication Fuel Shut OFF ValveChanging the Engine OIL Models ZTR 4421, ZTR 4423 & ZTR Rear Chain Adjustment Care and Maintenance Model ZTRDrive System Adjustments Care and Maintenance Models ZTR 4423 & ZTR Service Kohler Filter Part Numbers Standard Service Parts ListModel ZTR Briggs & Stratton Filter Part NumbersSituation Causes Remedy Mower CUT QualityDrive System Situationcausesremedy TroubleshootingElectrical System Situation Causes Mower Serial Number Date OIL Changed Date Engine Tuned Owner InformationZTR. Riding Mowers