Dixon 8000G Series manual Engine, Battery, Tires

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

ENGINE:

For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer and included in your Zero Turn Radius mower information packet.

Note: Air intake screen must be kept clean. If plugged, engine may be seriously damaged by overheating.

BATTERY:

CAUTION

Battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte which is

 

poisonous and corrosive.

This is a maintenance-free battery and the fluid level cannot be checked.

OFF SEASON BATTERY STORAGE:

DO NOT remove battery from mower.

Clean top of battery and terminals with baking soda and water.

Identify each cable so they can be reconnected to the correct terminal.

Disconnect cables from terminals. ALWAYS disconnect ground cable first and reconnect last.

Charge battery.

TIRES:

Correct tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of the mower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to the pressure listed below.

Front tires

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16-20 lbs.

Rear tires

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8-14 lbs.

Lug nuts or lug bolts should be checked regularly for tightness.

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Contents 8000G 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 Gas VersionControls Control LeversParking Brake Mower Deck LiftSeat Mower Blade Switch Ignition SwitchChoke Control Lever Throttle Control LeverControls Operation Instructions Before Operating MowerTesting of Safety Interlock Systems Interlock Switch Test Starting Instructions Stopping InstructionsMowing Instructions Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions To 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 Hydrostat Drive Belt Replacement Procedure Hydrostatic PumpsSteering Control Adjustments To adjust neutralSteering Control Adjustments Care and Maintenance Leveling the Deck Model ZTR Standard Service Parts ListKohler AIR and OIL Filter Part Numbers Troubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverEngine Backfires Page Owner Information ZTRMowers