Dixon 966494901 manual Parking Brake, Throttle Control, Ignition Switch

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CONTROLS

Parking Brake

The parking brake is found on the right side of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower.

Throttle Control

The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blades.

In order to increase or decrease the engine speed, the control is moved forward or back respectively.

Avoid idling the engine for long periods, as there is a risk of fouling the spark plugs.

USE FULL THROTTLE WHEN MOWING, for best mower performance and battery charging.

Ignition Switch

The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Do not run the starter for more than five seconds each time. If the engine does not start, wait about 10 seconds before retrying.

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Parking brake not activated

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Throttle control

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Ignition switch

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Contents Operator Manual Page Contents Page Introduction Manufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals Remove key before Safety Instructions SafetyGeneral Operation Never take passengers Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Risk of sparking Spark Arrestor TransportControl Locations ControlsSteering Control Levers Parking Brake Ignition SwitchThrottle Control Refueling Choke ControlAlways use the high position F to transport Fuel Shut Off ValveMower Deck Lifting Lever TrackingManual Transport Blade Control LeverSteering TrainingStarting the Engine Before StartingPlace controls in neutral position Open the fuel valve To remove cables, reverse order Jumper cablesRunning Operating on Hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Manual Transport Maintenance Schedule MaintenanceEvery 50 hours To clean battery and terminals BatteryAlways use protective glasses when handling the battery Tire Pressures Safety SystemDeck Belt BeltsTo replace deck belt Cutting Blades EZT BeltLeveling Deck Adjusting the Mower DeckCaster Wheels CleaningRemoval and installation of caster wheel Use protective glasses when cleaning and washingGeneral LubricationSteering Control Shafts Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Engine LubricationProblem Cause TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Winter Storage ServiceSchematic Torque Specifications Technical DataStandard Hardware Engine SpeedZTRTransmission Equipment Overall dimensionsProductivity CE requirements USA requirementsDelivery Service Service JournalAction Date, mtr reading, stamp, sign After the First 10 Hours Hour ServiceService Journal At Least Once Each Year Page 115 161126R1 11/24/09