Dixon 968999726, Ram Ultra 72, Ram Ultra 50, Ram Ultra 27, Ram Ultra 60 manual Never take passengers

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SAFETY

Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.

Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.

Always wear eye protection when operating machine.

Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel weights or counterweights.

Anyone who operates this machine must first read and understand this Operation Manual. Local laws may regulate the age of the user.

Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris buildup which can touch hot exhaust / engine part and burn. Do not allow the mower deck to plow leaves or other debris which can cause buildup to occur. Clean any oil or fuel spillage before operating or storing the machine. Allow machine to cool before storage.

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WARNING!

Engine exhaust and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals considered to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive system damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is a odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Do not use the machine in enclosed spaces.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Page Contents English-4 Introduction Good Service Manufacturing NumberSymbols and decals Moving sharp blades under cover Safety Instructions SafetyGeneral Operation Never take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Roll over Protection system Rops Control Locations ControlsMotion control levers Fuses Steering Control Levers Parking Brake Blade SwitchThrottle Control Choke Control Ignition SwitchFuses Fuel Tank Cutting Height Adjuster Fuel Shut Off ValveSeat Adjustment Lever Hour MeterTraining SteeringBefore Starting Starting the EnginePlace controls in neutral position Jumper cables Starting the engine with a weak batteryTo remove cables, reverse order Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switch RunningOperating On Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Pump release valvesDaily Weekly Maintenance interval Least Hours Once MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule Maintenance Before AfterDixon-35 To clean battery and terminals BatteryReplacing battery Safety System Ignition SystemThrottle Cable Engine Cooling Air IntakeChoke Cable Replacing Air Filter Servicing PrecleanerAir Filter Servicing Paper ElementFuel Filter Fuel Pump Air FilterTire Pressures BeltsDeck belt installation Deck BeltPump Belt Replacing pump belt Belt installationCutting Blades Belt removalBlade replacement Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckCutting Height Anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingRemoval and installation of caster wheel HardwareLubrication GeneralFront Wheel Mount LubricationLubricating the Cables Front Wheel BearingsDeck outer spindle Engine OilEngine Oil Filter Changing the Engine Oil Engine Oil LevelsFluid Change Hydraulic PumpPurging Troubleshooting Problem CauseTroubleshooting Storage ServiceWinter Storage Schematics 968999722 968999723 Engine 968999726 Technical DataTransmission 968999722 968999723 968999725 968999726 Overall DimensionsProductivity 968999724 Engine 968999773 968999724 968999773 Accessories Torque SpecificationsUSA requirements CE requirementsDelivery Service Service JournalAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service Service Journal Dixon-67 Service Journal At Least Once Each Year Page Page 539 132404 R02 04/01/08