Dixon 13090-0601, ZTR 6023 manual Starting Instructions engine has been operated

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (engine has been operated):

1.Operator must be seated in normal operating position.

2.Set parking brake.

3.Push throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting.

5.Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position.

6.Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck.

Note: Model 6023 may require partial choke setting to insure adequate engagement of the mower deck. As engine warms, open choke lever.

7.Engine must be operated at wide open or maximum setting to insure adequate lubrication, cooling and cut quality of the mower deck.

Note: 6000 Series mowers will require a slightly longer warm-up period using partial choke settings.

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

Notes: On initial operation, set throttle at slow speed.

Engine cannot be restarted when blades are engaged.

Safety switches stop engine when operator leaves seat while mower blades are engaged.

Always turn engine off when leaving mower.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Important Read Carefully Index Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Do not mow it Slope OperationNever allow children to operate the mower ChildrenService Service Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Commercial Models Series Forward Mount SpecificationsSeries Seat Adjustment InstructionsControl Levers ControlsTo SET Parking Brake Parking BrakeChoke Control Lever Mower Blade SwitchThrottle Control Lever Circuit BreakerOperation Instructions TowingBefore Operating Mower Interlock Switch Test Starting Instructions cold engine Starting Instructions engine has been operated Mowing Instructions To Free Wheel Machine Unlock transmission for towing Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Maintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceBattery EngineTires Mower Blades Belts LubricationScalper Roller Bolts Checking & Replenishing OIL in Hydrostatic Transmission Hydrostatic TransmissionParking Brake Adjustment Changing the Fluid in Deck Drive Gearbox Check Deck Drive Gearbox Fluid LevelHydrostat Drive Belt Tension Adjustment To adjust neutral Steering Control AdjustmentsTo adjust in position of the steering controls Steering Control AdjustmentsAdjusting for Straight Forward Tracking Lower & Reattach the DECKsee diagram-page Tilting the Deck see diagram-page37Down Hanger Engaged Position Leveling the Deck Deck Spindle Belt Diagram TOP View Troubleshooting Engine Backfires Model ZTR Standard Service Parts ListOwner Information ZTRMowers