Dixon RAM 50 MAG KOH/968999563 manual Towing Trailers Other Attachments, To Free Wheel Machine

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

TOWING TRAILERS AND

OTHER ATTACHMENTS

Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable. Limit loads to 250 pounds (113 kg) or less with this mower.

To Free Wheel Machine

(Unlock Transmission)

When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the hydro release levers. Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) lever. Never attempt to move the lever with the engine running.

•Raise the deck to the highest cutting position.

•Pull the bypass lever out and into the slots so that it is held in the bypass position.

•To reengage to drive, reverse the above procedure.

—Fig. 5—

Hydro Release Lever with the head outside the rear deck—bypass position

NOTE: Before pushing or towing tractor, transmission must be unlocked and park brake released. The tractor should never be pulled at more than 2 miles per hour (3.2 km/h) or for distances over ¼ mile (.402 km). Trailer the unit for distances over ¼ mile.

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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 Control Levers ControlsTo SET Park Brake Park BrakeChoke and Throttle Control Lever Blade DriveMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Operation InstructionsBefore Operating Mower Starting Instructions Park Brake Switch Test Testing of Safety Interlock SystemsBlade Drive Switch Test Mowing with a Mulching Attachment CUT High MOW Often Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with aSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions To Free Wheel Machine Towing Trailers Other AttachmentsMaintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceCutter Blade Maintenance Battery BeltsEngine Lubrication TiresOIL Fill Changing the Engine OILMower is tracking to the right Tracking AdjustmentMower Deck Leveling Procedure Electrical Systems Cleaning the MowerWarranty PARTS/SERVICETroubleshooting Skips in spots Check for loose belt/slow ground speed Standard Service Parts List BladesEngine AIR and OIL Filters Date Engine Tuned OWNER’S InformationDixon and ZTR Are registered trademarks