Dixon 52 - 27 KOH, 60 - 27 KOH, 60 - 30 KOH, 72 - 27 KOH manual Roll Over Protection System Rops

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WARNING

 

 

! WARNING

Failure to observe the following instructions

could result in serious injury or death.

ROLL OVER PROTECTION SYSTEM (ROPS)

The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 42 Ibs/19 kg. The ROPS on the US units are standard, on the European unit the ROP is an accessory.

The ROP’s capability may be impaired by structural damage if overtumed or alterations are made. Do not make changes to the structure and if any damage occurs, replace the entire ROPS unit.

Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or anchoring point.

Do not use ROPS for wrecking or towing.

Do not exceed maximum gross vehicle weight of 2822 Ibs. (1283 kg).

Securely fasten your seat belt if the unit has a ROPS.

Where possible, avoid operating the mower near ditches, embankments or holes.

Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes and on rough, slick or muddy surfaces.

Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.

Watch where you are going, especially at row ends, on roads and around trees.

Do not permit others to ride.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Page Important Read Carefully Page Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Roll Over Protection System Rops Owner/operator responsibilities Fire Hazards Fire Hazards CHILDREN, Bystanders and Pets Service Dixon Warrants ITS ZTR Mowers Against Defects in Material Specifications Specifications Specifications Specifications Seat Adjustment Instructions Controls Control LeversPark Brake To SET Park BrakeBlade Drive Choke and Throttle Control LeverOperation Instructions Mower Deck CUT Height Lift LeverBefore Operating Mower Starting Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Park Brake Switch TestControl Lever Switch Test Blade Drive Switch Test Seat Switch TestMowing with a Mulching Attachment CUT High MOW Often Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Grass Typ es Best Cut Heig htsTowing Trailers Other Attachments To Free Wheel MachineCare and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleCutter Blade Maintenance Belts EngineBelt Tension Battery OFF Season Battery StorageTires LubricationChanging the Engine OIL OIL FillHydrostatic Transmission Fluid Filter Service Service IntervalsMaintenance Procedure Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Cleaning the Mower WarrantyPARTS/SERVICE Electrical SystemsStandard Service Parts List BladesEngine AIR and OIL Filters Troubleshooting Engine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward OWNER’S Information Date Engine TunedDixon and ZTR Are registered trademarks