Dixon 8000D manual To Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (UNLOCK TRANSMISSION):

Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) valves. Never attempt to move the valves with the engine running.

The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat on the right side of the hydro pump on each side of the machine. To unlock the transmission, lift the seat (see instructions on Page 25), rotate the transmission hex valve located on the top of each transmission approxi- mately one turn counter-clockwise.

To re-engage the transmission, rotate each transmis- sion hex valve clockwise to the end of its travel. Return the seat to the operating position.

Note: Before pushing or towing the tractor, the trans- mission must be unlocked and the parking brake released. The tractor should never be pulled more than two miles per hour or for any appre- ciable distance.

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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 ScheduleTires BatteryEngine Mower Blades BeltsLubrication Checking & Replenishing OIL in Hydrostatic Transmission Dirt or water in oil can ruin Hydrostatic transmissionsParking Brake Adjustment Headlight Adjustment Hydrostat Drive Belt Replacement ProcedureHydrostatic Pumps 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 Briggs & Stratton AIR and OIL Filter Part Numbers Standard Service Parts ListModel ZTR 8026D Owner Information Name AddressZTRMowers