Dixon Comprehensive Guide to Maintaining the RAM 50 Deck Belt
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MAINTENANCE

Checking the Parking Brake

Visually check that no damage is found on the lever, links, or switch belonging to the parking brake. Perform a stand-still test and check that there is sufficent braking action.

To adjust the parking brake, contact the Husqvarna service workshop.

WARNING!

Faulty adjustment result in reduced braking ability and can cause an accident.

Checking the V-belts

Check every 100 hours of operation. Check for severe cracking and large nicks.

NOTE: The belt will show some small cracks in normal operation.

The belts are not adjusable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear.

Deck belt

To replace deck belt

Deck belt removal.

•Park on a level surface. Apply park brake.

•Lower the deck into the lowest cutting position.

•Using a ratchet with a 9/16” socket on the spring idler bolt to relieve the tension on the belt.

•Remove screws from both the left and right belt shields, and remove shields.

•Remove any dirt or grass that may have accumulated around the cutter housings and entire deck surface.

•Carefully roll the belt over the top of the cutter housing pulleys.

•Remove the belt from around the electric clutch on the engine shaft.

•The belt can now be removed.

8050-155

The parking brake in the disengaged position

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The machine must be absolutely standing still when applying the parking brake.

8011-622

Slackening the belt tensioner

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Contents Operators manual Page OPERATOR’S Manual ContentsEnglish-2 Introduction IntroductionManufacturing Number Good ServiceXxxx xxxxxx Symbols and DecalsSymbols and Decals Repair work General Operation Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions English-8 Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Maintenance General Maintenance Risk of sparking Important Information TransportCustomer responsibilities Controls ControlsMotion Control Levers Parking BrakeFuel Shut Off Valve Seat adjustment boltsTracking Refueling Fuses By pass linkageChoke Control Ignition SwitchHour Meter Throttle Control Blade switchCutting height pedal AccessoriesTraining OperationOperation Starting the Engine Before StartingDepress the control for disengaging the mower deck Set the choke control USE Full Throttle When Mowing To remove cables, reverse order To start an engine with a weak batteryRunning Mower deck’s anti-scalp rollers should be evenly adjustedOperating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceMaintenance Nance Once Maintenance Each Before After 100 Always use protective glasses when handling the battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Replacing batteryIgnition System Checking the Safety System Checking the Engines Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting Throttle CableChecking and Adjusting the Choke Cable Standard air filter Replacing the Air Filter Briggs & Stratton EngineReplacing Heavy Duty Air Filter Kohler Replacing the Air Filter Honda Checking Tire Pressures Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking the Fuel Pump’s Air Filter To replace deck belt Checking the Parking BrakeChecking the V-belts Deck beltDeck belt installation IZT belt removal Belt installationIZT belt To replace IZT Integraded Zeroturn Transaxle beltChecking the Blades Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckAdjusting Cutting Height To adjust anti-scalp rollers Caster Wheels Cleaning and WashingUse protective glasses when cleaning and washing Removal and installation of caster wheelMower is tracking to the left Tracking adjustmentTo adjust parking brake Mower is tracking to the rightChange transaxles transmission filters LubricationLubrication Lubrication ScheduleFront Wheel Bearings Lubricating the CablesLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Front Wheel MountEngine Oil Changing the Engine Oil Deck outer spindleChecking the Oil Level Transaxle Transmission Fluid Change Changing the Engine Oil FilterExpansion Tank Purging Procedures Problem Cause Trouble Shooting GuideTrouble Shooting Guide English-62 English-63 Winter Storage ServiceStorage StorageWiring Diagrams RAM 44 RAM 50 Technical DataTechnical Data Productivity RAM MAG 44/968999615 RAM MAG 50/968999617 English-69 RAM MAG 44/968999650 RAM MAG 50/968999651 English-71 RAM MAG 50/968999561 Hand/Arm A8 20 m/s2 Whole Body A8 14 m/s2 Torque Specifications CE requirements Conformity CertificatesConformity Certificates USA requirementsAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign Service JournalService Journal Delivery ServiceAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-79 English-80 English-81 At Least Once Each Year Dixon ZTR Commercial / Residential Warranty Policy WarrantyPage Page Part No 131393R1 09/19/07

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