Dixon 14295-1005 manual Mowing with a Mulching Attachment

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:

Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass. There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all the recycled or mulched clippings.

In order to achieve the best results, please read and follow the mulching tips listed below:

1.Read and follow the installation instructions that are included with your mulcher.

2.Set the engine speed control to the wide open or full setting.

3.Place the mower deck cut height selector in either the top or second notch. Never cut more than 3/4” to 1” off the grass at any one time. Attempting to cut more grass will result in the deck plugging and cause the engine to stall.

4.It may be necessary to cut the lawn twice to achieve acceptable mulching performance especially on first cuttings or if the lawn is heavily fertilized.

5.Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet. Mulching performance will be very poor in wet grass conditions.

6.Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season. This is very important. Optimal mulching performance cannot be obtained with a dull or nicked up blade.

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Contents Safety Instructions Operator’s Manual Important Read Carefully Table of Contents Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Do not Fire Hazards Fire Hazards Children Service Dixon ZTR Residential Warranty Policy Zeeter Residential MowerSpecifications BodyControls Control LeversParking Brake To SET Parking BrakeBefore Operating Mower Transmission Drive System Towing Trailers and Other AttachmentsMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Blade DriveThrottle Control Lever Operation Instructions Starting Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Engine should not turn over or attempt to startMowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Failure to observe the following instructionsSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Care and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleCutter Blade Maintenance Battery EngineLubrication Belt Tension TiresBelts PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsChanging the Engine OIL OIL Fill Mower Deck Leveling Procedure IllustrationB Rear Chain Adjustment MaintenanceDeck Removal Drive System Adjustments Engine AIR and OIL Filters Standard Service Parts ListBlades Troubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverMower Loses Power or Transmission Overheats Page Page Page OWNER’S Information Date OIL ChangedDixon INDUSTRIES, INC