Dixon RAM XS5025BF / 968999725, RAM XS7227 / 968999724 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 Important InformationMoving sharp blades under cover Safety General OperationNever take passengers Personal Safety Equipment Slope OperationChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Roll over Protection system Rops Controls Control Locations Motion control levers FusesSteering Control Levers Parking Brake Blade SwitchThrottle Control Choke Control Ignition SwitchFuses Fuel Tank Cutting Height Adjuster Fuel Shut Off ValveSeat Adjustment Lever Hour MeterTraining OperationSteering Before Starting Starting the EnginePlace controls in neutral position Starting the engine with a weak battery To remove cables, reverse orderEnsure 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 AfterDaily Weekly At MaintenanceLeast in hours Once Before After Each Year 100 300 To clean battery and terminals BatteryReplacing battery Safety System Ignition SystemThrottle Cable Engine Cooling Air IntakeChoke Cable Replacing Air Filter Air Filter MaintenanceServicing Precleaner Servicing Paper ElementReplacing the Fuel Filter Fuel Pump Air FilterTire Pressures BeltsDeck belt installation Deck belt removalCutting Blades Belt installationPump Belt Replacing pump beltBlade replacement Adjusting Cutting Height Adjusting the Mower DeckLeveling deck Anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingRemoval and installation of caster wheel HardwareLubrication Change transaxles transmission filters GeneralFront Wheel Bearings Lubricating the CablesFront Wheel Mount Deck spindleDeck outer spindle Engine OilEngine Oil Filter Changing the Engine Oil Engine Oil LevelsHydraulic Pump Purging ProceduresFluid Change Troubleshooting Problem CauseEnglish-54 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageSchematics Technical Data Ram Xs5025Productivity Ram Xs7227 Engine 7227 Accessories Torque SpecificationsUSA requirements Conformity CertificatesConformity Certificates CE requirementsService Journal Delivery ServiceAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-66 English-67 English-68 At Least Once Each Year Page Page Part No 132401 IR 11/15/07