Dixon 36 & 48 owner manual Operation of Equipment

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Operation of Equipment

DANGER: GASOLINE IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE. DO NOT ADD FUEL WHILE THE

!ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IS HOT. KEEP OPEN FLAMES, SPARKS, AND HEAT AWAY FROM THE FUEL AND STORE FUEL IN CONTAINERS SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ADD FUEL OUTDOORS ONLY AND IF THE FUEL IS SPILLED, DO NOT START THE ENGINE. MANUALLY PUSH THE MOWER AWAY FROM THE SPILL AND IMMEDIATELY WIPE UP.

Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Carbon monoxide is odorless, tasteless, and can be fatal.

Mow only in daylight.

Do not park on hills without the use of wheel blocks.

Make sure the mower is in neutral and the blades are disengaged before attempting to start the engine.

Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill. Never use riding attachments on slopes since there is an increase risk that they might roll over.

Avoid steep slopes and use extreme caution when changing directions or speed when operating on a slope.

Be extremely careful when operating on a slope or when the grass is damp or wet. Reduced traction could cause sliding. Never mow by pulling the mower back towards you...you might slip.

Watch for traffic when crossing surfaces other than grass. (i.e. transporting,) loading a trailer or vehicle, or when the mower is not in use.

Never operate the mower with defective guards, shields, or without the safety devices securely mounted in place.

Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the mower while in operation.

Do not change the governor settings or over speed the engine.

Always stop the engine whenever you leave the mower, even for a moment.

To help reduce the risk of a fire hazard, keep the engine and the area around the engine free of grass, leaves, or any other type of foreign material.

Beware of cutting edges. Always wear gloves for safety when performing blade maintenance activities. Beware on multiple blades units since the rotation of one blade may cause the rotation of the other blade.

Do not store or operate the mower with the grass chute deflector in raised position. Serious injury could occur.

Dixon Industries, Inc. • Airport Industrial Park • Coffeyville, KS • 67337 • 620-251-2000

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Contents 36 & 48 Commercial Belt-Drive Mowers Commercial Belt-Drive Mowers Page About This Manual Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Safety Information Operation of Equipment Safety Information Decals Operating the Mower Going Forward Starting The EngineMowing Using The Reverse AssistTurning The Mower Stopping The MowerMeasuring The Height Of Cut Removing And Adjusting The BladesAdjusting The Front Wheels refer to Figure Changing The Height Of CutPage General Maintenance Blade Cleaning The MowerFuel Engine Oil Air Filter Tire PressureWheel Brake Pivot CutterhousingsTransmission Output Shaft Blade Engagement Bellcrank Blade Engagement Pivot Idler Arm PivotService Adjustments Engine To Blade Belt Adjustment Refer to Figure Engine To Transmission Belt Adjustment Refer to figure Blade To Blade Belt Adjustment Refer to figureSafety System Adjustment Refer to figure Engine Overheats Loose PowerEngine Does Not Start Engine Starts Hard OrMower Pulls To One Side When Traction LeversMower Does Not Move Are ReleasedFrame Assembly Item No MFG Code Part Number Description Qty Frame Assembly Frame Assembly Front Deck Assembly Front Deck Assembly Front Deck Assembly Item No MFG Code Part Number Description Qty 36 & 48 Brake Assembly Item No MFG Code Part Number Description Qty 36 & 48 Transmission Drive Assembly 36 & 48 Transmission Drive Assembly 36 & 48 Rear Deck Assembly 36 & 48 Rear Deck Assembly 36 & 48 Handle Control Assembly 36 & 48 Handle Control Assembly 36 & 48 Front Caster Assembly 36 & 48 Front Caster Assembly 36 & 48 Fuel Tank Assembly 36 & 48 Traction Wheel Assembly 36 & 48 Electrical Components Page Dixon Industries, Inc