Dixon 16134-0803 manual General Operation

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SAFETY

Failure to observe the following safety instructions

could result in serious injury or death.

GENERAL OPERATION:

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower before starting.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.

Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop mower if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while braking.

Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone.

Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass catcher or the deflector in place.

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running mower unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.

Turn off blades when not mowing.

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Contents Speedztr Important Read Carefully Index Safety Blade Contact Tip Over Run Over Back OverUnsafe practices General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Slope Operation Do notService Service Children Never allow children to operate the mowerPage Specifications Seat Adjustment Instructions SpeedztrControls Control LeversParking Brake To SET Parking BrakeTransmission Drive System Throttle Control Lever Blade DriveCircuit Breaker Mower Deck CUT Height Lift LeverOperation Instructions Before Operating MowerTesting of Safety Interlock Systems Parking Brake Switch TestControl Lever Switch Test Blade Drive Switch Test Seat Switch TestEngine should Stop Towing Trailers and Other Attachments To Free Wheel Machine Unlock TransmissionStarting Instructions Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Care & Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleEngine BatteryOFF Season Battery Storage TiresCutter Blade Maintenance Belts Belt TensionDeck Removal Deck Removal Care and Maintenance Mower Deck Leveling ProcedureMower Deck Leveling Procedure Changing the Engine OIL OIL Fill Neutral Adjustment Chassis Service IntervalsLubrication LocationsPARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsStandard Service Parts List DeckBriggs & Stratton AIR and OIL Filters Troubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverEngine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward OWNER’S Information Date OIL Changed Date Engine TunedZTRMowers