Dixon 13086-0601 manual Starting Instructions

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:

1.Parking brake must be on, and blade drive disengaged.

2.Move throttle control to “choke” position if engine is cold, full throttle if warm.

3.Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position.

4.Move throttle from “choke” to desired speed position.

5.Release parking brake.

6.Operate the mower per the “CONTROL” instructions on Page 17.

CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced.

Note: When mowing, “blade(s) engaged”, throttle control must be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed.

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Contents OPERATOR’S Manual Important Read Carefully Index Safety Safety Alert Symbol General Operation General Operation Slope Operation Do notChildren Never allow children to operate the mowerService Service Dixon Limited Warranty Policy Specifications Model ZTRBladedrive Mowerdecks Seat Adjustment Instructions Models ZTR 3303 3304Controls Control LeversTo SET Parking Brake Parking BrakeTransmission Drive System Blade Drive Operation Instructions TowingBefore Operating Mower Starting Instructions Testing of Safety Interlock Systems Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height and Cutting Suggestions Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Care and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleEngine BatteryTires Cutter Blade Maintenance No trash guard on 30 machinesBelts Belt TensionDeck Removal Manual Clutch Models 3303 Deck Removal Electric Clutch Model Place cut height lever in lowest cut positionFuel Shut OFF Valve LubricationChanging the Engine OIL OIL FillRear Chain Adjustment Drive System AdjustmentsMaintenance PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsTroubleshooting Engine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward Model ZTR 3014 36 Deck Model ZTR 3303Model ZTR 3014 42 Deck Owner Information ZTRMowers