Dixon 8000D manual Starting Instructions, Stopping Instructions

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Operator must be seated in normal operating position.

2.Set parking brake.

3.Move control levers to outboard position.

4.Assure blade clutch is off.

5.Push throttle control lever to slow setting.

6.Insert ignition key and turn to run position. Glow plug should light.

7.When glow plug light goes off, turn ignition key to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position.

8.Let engine warm up a few minutes then move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. Engine must be operated at wide open or maximum setting to insure adequate lubrication, cooling and cut quality of the mower deck.

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

produced.

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Turn mower blades off.

2.Move control levers to outboard position.

3.Set parking brake.

4.Move throttle control to slow. Allow engine to run a short time to cool down then turn ignition key to “OFF” and remove key.

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Contents 8000D Series Important Read Carefully Index Safety Blade Contact TIP Over RUN Over Back OverSafety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Do notChildren Never allow children to operate the mowerService Service Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Commercial Models Specifications Series Diesel VersionControls Control LeversParking Brake Mower Deck LiftSeat Throttle Control Lever Mower Blade SwitchIgnition Switch Circuit BreakerControls Operation Instructions Before Operating MowerTesting of Safety Interlock Systems Interlock Switch Test Starting Instructions Stopping InstructionsMowing Instructions No one nearDo not attempt to cut grass when it is wet Grass Height and Cutting SuggestionsTo Lift Seat SpringsTo Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Care and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleEngine BatteryTires Mower Blades BeltsLubrication Checking & Replenishing OIL in Hydrostatic Transmission Dirt or water in oil can ruin Hydrostatic transmissionsParking Brake Adjustment Headlight Adjustment Hydrostatic Pumps Replacement ProcedureHydrostat Drive Belt Hydrostat Drive Belt Replacement Procedure Steering Control Adjustments To adjust neutralSteering Control Adjustments Care and Maintenance Leveling the Deck Troubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverEngine Overheated Model ZTR 8026D Standard Service Parts ListBriggs & Stratton AIR and OIL Filter Part Numbers Owner Information Name AddressZTRMowers