Dixon RAM XS6025 / 968999723, RAM XS5025BF / 968999725 manual Roll over Protection system Rops

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SAFETY

Roll over Protection system (ROPS)

The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 42 lbs/19 kg. The ROPS is an accessory.

Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or anchoring point.

Do not use ROPS for wrecking or towing.

Do not exceed Max GVW: 2822 lbs/1283 kg.

Read machine operator´s manual before each use.

Securely fasten your seat belt if the unit has a ROPS.

Where possible, avoid operating the unit near ditches, embankments and holes.

Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and on rough, slick or muddy surfaces.

Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.

Watch where you are going, especially at row ends, on roads and around trees.

Do not permit others to ride.

Operate the mower smoothly - no jerky turns, starts or stops.

When mower is stopped, set brakes securely and use park brake.

If any part of ROPS is damaged, the entire ROPS must be replaced.

Check all bolts including seat belt for correct torque before each use.

Check ROPS structure for damage before each use.

ROPS bar is NOT intended for use in sub zero temperatures.

WARNING!

The rollover protection system's capabilities may be impaired by damage if the mower is overturned or if alteration to the ROPS occurs. If these conditions take place, the total structure MUST be replaced.

WARNING!

This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not

be used on or near any unimproved forested, bush covered or grassy lands unless the engine's system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Page Contents English-4 Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceImportant Information Symbols and DecalsMoving sharp blades under cover General Operation SafetyNever take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Roll over Protection system Rops Control Locations Motion control levers Fuses ControlsSteering Control Levers Throttle Control Blade SwitchParking Brake Fuses Ignition SwitchChoke Control Fuel Tank Fuel Shut Off Valve Cutting Height AdjusterHour Meter Seat Adjustment LeverSteering OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingPlace controls in neutral position To remove cables, reverse order Starting the engine with a weak batteryRunning Ensure that no one is near mower when engaging blade switchOperating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Pump release valves Moving by HandMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceDaily Weekly Maintenance interval Least Hours Once Maintenance Before AfterLeast in hours Once Before After Each Year 100 300 MaintenanceDaily Weekly At Replacing battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Ignition System Safety SystemChoke Cable Engine Cooling Air IntakeThrottle Cable Servicing Precleaner Air Filter MaintenanceReplacing Air Filter Servicing Paper ElementFuel Pump Air Filter Replacing the Fuel FilterBelts Tire PressuresDeck belt removal Deck belt installationPump Belt Belt installationCutting Blades Replacing pump beltBlade replacement Leveling deck Adjusting the Mower DeckAdjusting Cutting Height Anti-scalp rollers Removal and installation of caster wheel Cleaning and WashingCaster Wheels HardwareChange transaxles transmission filters General LubricationFront Wheel Mount Lubricating the CablesFront Wheel Bearings Deck spindleEngine Oil Filter Engine OilDeck outer spindle Engine Oil Levels Changing the Engine OilFluid Change Purging ProceduresHydraulic Pump Problem Cause TroubleshootingEnglish-54 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageSchematics Ram Xs5025 Technical DataProductivity Ram Xs7227 Engine 7227 Torque Specifications AccessoriesConformity Certificates Conformity CertificatesUSA requirements CE requirementsDelivery Service Service JournalAfter 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