Dixon 27 KOH/968999590, 30 KOH/968999592, 30 KOH/968999591, 30 KOH/968999627 manual Introduction

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations

Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. This machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls both contribute to the machine’s performance.

This manual is a valuable document. Read the contents carefully before using or servicing the machine. The following of instructions (use, service, maintenance, etc.) by all who operate this machine is important for the safety of the operator and others. It can also considerably increase the life span of the machine and increase its resale value.

If you sell your machine, be sure to give the operator’s manual to the new owner.

The final chapter of this operator’s manual provides a Service Journal. Ensure that service and repair work are documented. A well-kept service journal reduces service costs for the maintenance and affects the machine’s resale value. Please contact your dealer for more information. Take the operator’s manual along when the machine is taken to your dealer for service.

General

In this operator’s manual, left and right, backward and forward are used in relation to the machine’s normal driving direction.

Continuous dedication to improve our products require that specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Driving and Transport on Public Roads

Check applicable road traffic regulations before transporting on public roads. If the machine is transported, you must always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the machine is well anchored. DO NOT operate this machine on public roadways.

Towing

Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage to the drive system.

Do not tow any trailers, etc. with this mower. They may jackknife or overturn causing damage to the mower and possible serious injury to the operator.

Operating

This machine is constructed only for mowing grass on lawns and even ground without obstacles such as stones, tree stumps, etc. The machine can also be used for other tasks when equipped with special accessories provided by the manufacturer. Operating instructions for the accessories are provided with delivery. All other types of uses are incorrect. The manufacturer’s directions concerning operation, maintenance, and repairs must be carefully followed.

Lawn mowers and all power equipment, can be potentially dangerous if used improperly. Safety requires good judgement, careful use in accordance with these instructions and common sense.

The machine must only be operated, maintained, and repaired by persons familiar with the machine’s special characteristics and who are also knowledgeable about the safety instructions. Use only approved repair parts to maintain this machine.

Accident prevention regulations, other general safety regulations, occupational safety rules, and traffic regulations must be followed without fail.

Unauthorized modifications to the design of the machine may absolve the manufacturer from liability for any resulting personal injury or property damage.

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Contents Grizzly Page Contents English-4 Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceImportant Information Symbols and DecalsRemove key before General Operation SafetyNever take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Customer responsibilities Roll over Protection system RopsControls ControlsTracking Steering Control LeversParking Brake Blade switchHour Meter Fuses Ignition SwitchRefueling Choke Control Seat Adjustment LeverFuel Shut Off Valve Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck Throttle ControlTracking AccessoriesPump release valves Operation OperationTraining To move forward and backwardStarting the Engine Roll bar and safety beltBefore Starting Depress the control for disengaging the mower deck Open the fuel valve for the selected fuel tank Return to run position To remove cables, reverse order To start an engine with a weak batteryTo attach jumper cables Running Mower deck’s anti-scalp rollers should be evenly adjustedOperating on hills Mowing Tips Moving by Hand Stopping the EngineVent screw on the hydraulic pump Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceDaily Weekly Maintenance interval Least Hours Once Maintenance Before AfterDaily Maintenance Before After Replacing battery BatteryTo clean battery and terminals Ignition System Checking the Safety SystemChecking the Engine’s Cooling Air Intake Checking and Adjusting the Throttle CableChecking and Adjusting the Choke Cable English-42 Replacing the Air Filter Kohler Engine Servicing PrecleanerService Paper Element Valve with two fingers to let out the dirt Air Filter MaintenanceAir filter indicator optional Filter replacementChecking Tire Pressures Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking the Fuel Pump’s Air Filter Checking the V-belts Checking the Parking BrakeDeck belt To replace deck beltDeck belt installation for 60 decks Deck belt installationPump belt Checking the Blades Blade replacement Leveling Adjusting the Mower DeckAdjusting Cutting Height Engine oil cooler To adjust anti-scalp rollersRemoval and installation of caster wheel Cleaning and WashingCaster Wheels HardwareChange hydraulic transmission filters LubricationLubrication Schedule Lubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Lubricating the CablesShaft Bushings and Linkage Engine Oil, Kohler Engine Changing the Engine Oil Checking the Oil Level Oil Type Oil RecommendationsThrottle and Choke Cables, Lever Bearings Mower Deck Height AdjusterFront Wheel Mount Front Wheel BearingsMower Deck Struts Belt Adjuster, Mower DeckSteering Control Shafts Tip the driver’s seat Changing the Oil Filter Trouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideEnglish-64 English-65 Winter Storage ServiceStorage Wiring Diagram Transmission Technical DataGrizzly Engine Productivity Overall dimensionsGrizzly Equipment English-70 Productivity Acres/h/24300m2h Acres/h/20655m2h English-72 English-73 English-74 Productivity Acres/h/20655m2h Accessories Conformity Certificates Conformity CertificatesService Journal Service JournalAfter the First 5-8 Hours Hour Service English-81 English-82 English-83 At Least Once Each Year English-85 Black BearTM, Kodiak & Grizzly Mowers WarrantyPage Part No 131266R01 09/25/07