Dixon 13086-0601 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 of the recycled or mulched clippings.

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

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

2.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.

3.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.

4.Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet. Mulching performance will be very poor under wet grass conditions.

5.Maintain Sharp Blade(s) 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 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 LeversTransmission Drive System Parking BrakeTo SET Parking Brake 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 ScheduleTires BatteryEngine 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 FillMaintenance Drive System AdjustmentsRear Chain Adjustment PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsTroubleshooting Engine Runs but Mower WON’T Move Forward Model ZTR 3014 42 Deck Model ZTR 3303Model ZTR 3014 36 Deck Owner Information ZTRMowers