Dixon 502 Sound judgment by the owner will prevent accidents, No shifting or clutching required

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

The safe and successful operation of the Model 502 will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgments about the terrain to be mowed. Never allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions.

Sound judgment by the owner will prevent accidents.

Controls and their functions. All controls described from operators position.

PARKING BRAKE:

The parking brake used on the Model 502 is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. An additional safety feature of the parking brake is that the engine cannot be ''•'-.started unless the brake is applied.

THE HYDROSTATIC DRIVE SYSTEM:

Allows the mower to turn on its own axis (zero radius). Each lever controls one side of the mower. The pressure required to operate the mower is very light and a minimum of 1/2 hour should be spent simply driving the mower in a non-mowing application to gain the confidence necessary to mow like a pro.

LEVER MOVEMENTS:

No shifting or clutching required.

TO GO FORWARD:

Release parking brake. From neutral position, gently puch both drive levers forward; to increase speed, move levers farther forward.

TO GO BACKWARD:

From neutral position, gently pull both drive levers toward you.

TURNING:

Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of right lever. To turn "square corners" move lever of desired direction to neutral. To turn on mower's own axis (zero radius) reduce speed and move one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position.

BRAKING:

To brake mower, move both levers in direction opposite of travel, release levers to neutral, set parking brake. When stopping on incline, it may be necessary to hold slight pressure on levers in direction opposite of slope until parking brake is set.

GROUND SPEED:

Ground speed (controlled by movement of hand levers) must be carefully controlled for safety and best mowing results. Never operate at high speed in unfamiliar areas or on slopes.

CHOKE CONTROL LEVER:

Used to start a cold engine. (Engine has not been operated for a length of time) Located on control panel to operators right.

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Contents Page Index Safety Important Read Carefully See your dealer for warranty service, parts and repairsSatisfactory use of this product Always look behind you before backing upSafety Safety Reminders Read Carefully Before Operation Alcohol or drugs Safety RemindersPage Specifications Subject to Change Without Notice Blade Drive Warner electric clutchChassis 11 GA rectangular tube SET UP and Service Seat assembly instructionsSeat Assembly Instructions Repeat above procedure on left side Raise rear body cover to fully open positionFlat washer and jam nut. See Illustration Position mower deck under chassis Mower Deck InstallationAdjustment Points Leveling PrincipalsLeveling the Deck Final Preparation Remove battery from chassisNo shifting or clutching required Sound judgment by the owner will prevent accidentsMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Light SwitchOperation Instructions Throttle Control LeverMaintenance Schedule Care and Maintenance ModelReverse procedure to re-install deck assembly Cutter Blade RemovalBelt Tension Repeat above procedures on opposite hydrostat Page Adjustment Points for T-BOX Belt Tension Forward lever stop adjustment Operation Primary and final driveZerks used Each front wheel casterCare and Maintenance Model Cleaning the Mower Reduce mowing speed Trouble Shooting Mower CUT QualityPoor cut quality Improper blades Uneven tire pressuresBox belts slipping Drive adjustmentSide or the other Manual RepairClutch switch Battery Required Battery water lowMower Battery discharge Low battery conditionDeck Assembly Model 5O2 Body Assembly Model BOX and Hydrostats Assembly Model Chassis Assembly Model Fuel & Hydraulics Tanks & Fittings Assembly Model Wiring Assembly Model LH Slide Angle 1471 Seat SlideFuel Cap/Gauge 4216 Battery Ground Cable 5581 4569 Lower Wiring Loom4013 Wire Tie 4199 Light Switch 5577 Drive Chain-SecondarySeat Frame Headlight BulbRear Rim Rear Tire
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