Dixon 13091-0500, ZTR 7025 manual Troubleshooting, check, vent, add oil, shut off engine and

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

1.ENGINE WON'T TURN OVER

Mower blades engaged--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

disengage

blades

Drive not in neutral ----------------------------------------------------------------

move steering control levers to neutral "OUT " position

Blown fuse-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

replace fuse

Dead battery ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

charge or

replace

Solenoid -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult

dealer

Ignition switch -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult

dealer

Starter----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult

dealer

2.ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START

No gas -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

refuel and/or clean or replace fuel filters

Over or under choked ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

adjust choke

Spark plug not firing -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

check spark plug

Carburetor maladjustment--------------------------------------------------------------------------

condition and reset gap*/consult dealer

Ignition Switch ---------------------------------------------------------------

readjust carburetor* or consult dealer for carburetor service

3.

HARD TO START--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ENGINE

clean fuel line and check fuel filter

 

Fuel line clogged

 

Faulty fuel pump ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult dealer

 

Spark plug wire loose or grounded -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

check

spark

plug

wires

 

Spark plug(s) faulty or improperly gapped----------------------------------------------------------------------------------

check

spark

plug

 

Electronic ignition defective-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

condition

and

reset

gap*

 

Dirty or maladjusted carburetor

 

consult dealer

 

 

readjust carburetor* or consult dealer for carburetor service

4.ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT

 

Water in gasoline-----------------------------------------

drain

old gasoline-replace with new gasoline and /or clean carburetor bowl

 

Clogged fuel line -------------------------------------------------------------------------------

clean carburetor bowl and or check fuel filter

 

Vent in fuel cap plugged ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

clean fuel

line

 

Faulty fuel pump -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

 

check

vent

 

Maladjusted carburetor-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult

dealer

 

Engine dies when control------------------------------------------------------levers are moved "IN"

parking brake set --

release brake

5.

ENGINE KNOCKS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

check and

add oil

 

Low oil level

 

 

Ignition timing off ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

consult

dealer

 

Fuel octane too low---------------------------------------------------------------------------

drain and replace with higher octane gasoline

 

Over heated engine-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

shut off engine and

allow

to

cool

*See engine manual for engine adjustments

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Contents 2001 Operators Manual7000 SERIES ZTR MOWERS IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY SPECIFICATIONS INDEXSAFETY WARRANTY POLICYThe most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETYRIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATHWhen you see this symbol BE ALERT to the potential for injury DangerSafety Alert Symbol Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practicesand throwing objects GENERAL OPERATIONFailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feetAll slopes require extra caution SLOPE OPERATIONwhich can result in severe injury or death presence of children NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seenCHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to theSERVICE AND LIMITATIONS DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELSLABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALSFolded sheet metal SPECIFICATIONSDual Element Air Cleaner WeightSEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position2. Slide seat forward or backward 3. Release seat slide adjuster ModelSteering Control Levers Choke Parking Brake Lever CONTROLSBlade Clutch Switch Ignition Key Throttle Cut Height Adjustment Lever Cut Height Stop PinEach lever controls one side of the mower PARKING BRAKEEngage parking brake before starting engine Allows the mower to turn on its own axis zero turning radiusBRAKING TO GO FORWARDTO GO BACKWARD TURNINGLocated to the right and front of operator To engage blades Pull up on the switch To disengage blades Push downControls the cutting height Seven positions of adjustment Located on control panel, on operators rightBEFORE OPERATING MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSBLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST Electric Clutch Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properlySTARTING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Engine STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Always turn engine off when leaving mowerCorrect mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50% to 80% Be sure that deflector is properly installed on the discharge chuteGRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS 5. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting SeasonTO FREE WHEEL MACHINE UNLOCK TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE BATTERYBattery electrolyte is a poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid solution. Avoid spilling on skin, eyes and clothingV-BELTS MOWER BLADESDirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions LUBRICATIONCHECKING & REPLENISHING OIL IN HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURESTEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS continued LEVELING THE DECK PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK FOR SERVICING of the way Cut Height Adjustment Pin Cut Height Adjustment Lever Locking PinDeck Latch Foot Deck Center Deck Spindle Deck Lift Bolt Rear Deck Mounting Latch Front Caster Wheels positioned outKOHLER AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTMODEL ZTR add oil TROUBLESHOOTINGcheck ventPut in lock position see pg Check spark plug or condition andCheck and re-gap Add oilPage Page DATE ENGINE TUNED OWNER INFORMATIONDATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM DATE OIL CHANGEDPO Box Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, IncDIXON INDUSTRIES, INC a BLOUNT International Inc. Co
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