Dixon 30 manual Operation Instructions, Before Operating Mower

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

The safe and successful operation of the SpeedZTR™ will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed.

NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions.

NEVER dismount mower without applying parking brake or stopping engine.

During initial operation, “learning to drive”, set throttle at slow speed.

Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents.

BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:

1.Read engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions.

2.Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual.

3.Check engine oil.

4.Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place.

5.Be sure parking brake is on.

6.Mower blade drive is off.

7.Steering levers in outward position.

8.Know how to stop engine. (Turn key to off position).

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Contents Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual Important Read Carefully Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Do not Fire Hazards Fire Hazards Children Service Dixon ZTR Residential Warranty Policy SpeedZTR SpecificationsControl Levers ControlsParking Brake To SET Parking BrakeTransmission Drive System Blade Drive Throttle Control LeverMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Before Operating Mower Operation InstructionsStarting Instructions To Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Towing Trailers and Other AttachmentsParking Brake Switch Test Testing of Safety Interlock SystemsEngine should Stop Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Failure to observe the following instructions Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Maintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceCutter Blade Maintenance Engine BatteryLubrication TiresChanging the Engine OIL OIL Fill Belt Tension BeltsNeutral Adjustment Illustration a Illustration B Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Deck Removal Warranty Cleaning the MowerPARTS/SERVICE Electrical SystemsEngine WON’T Turn Over TroubleshootingMower Loses Power or Transmission Overheats Standard Service Parts List BladesEngine AIR and OIL Filters Date OIL Changed Date Engine Tuned OWNER’S InformationSpeedZTR