Dixon KOH/968999560, RAM 50 MAG KOH/968999563, RAM MAG 50, RAM 44, RAM MAG 44 Starting Instructions

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

! CAUTION	Failure to observe the following instructions
	could result in personal injury.

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS

1.Park brake must be on, control levers in outward position and blade drive disengaged.

2.Position throttle to desired speed setting. If engine is cold, position choke lever in the ON position.

NOTE: Engine may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time.

3.Insert ignition key and turn to START position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to RUN position.

4.Return choke to OFF position, if applicable.

5.Move throttle to maximum speed position.

6.Release park brake.

7.Swing levers inward.

8.Operate mower per CONTROL instructions on Page 25.

! CAUTION	Do not operate the engine in an enclosed
! CAUTION	area due to the harmful exhaust gas
	produced.

Note: When mowing with blades engaged, set throttle control to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed.

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Contents Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual Page Important Read Carefully Page Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Fire Hazards Fire Hazards CHILDREN, Bystanders and Pets Service Dixon ZTR Commercial / Residential Warranty Policy Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Seat Adjustment Instructions Controls Control LeversPark Brake To SET Park BrakeBlade Drive Choke and Throttle Control LeverOperation Instructions Mower Deck CUT Height Lift LeverBefore Operating Mower Starting Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Park Brake Switch TestBlade Drive Switch Test Mowing with a Mulching Attachment CUT High MOW Often Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Towing Trailers Other Attachments To Free Wheel MachineCare and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleCutter Blade Maintenance Battery BeltsEngine Tires LubricationChanging the Engine OIL OIL FillTracking Adjustment Mower is tracking to the rightMower Deck Leveling Procedure PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsTroubleshooting Skips in spots Check for loose belt/slow ground speed Standard Service Parts List BladesEngine AIR and OIL Filters OWNER’S Information Date Engine TunedDixon and ZTR Are registered trademarks