Dixon 11249-0605 manual Operation Instructions, Before Operating Mower

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

The safe and successful operation of the BLACK BEAR™ will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed.

NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions.

During initial operation, “learning to drive”, set throttle at slow speed.

Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents.

BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:

1.Read engine manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions.

2.Read and observe all safety instructions on your mower and in the manual.

3.Check engine oil.

4.Check fuel cap to be sure it is in place.

5.Be sure parking brake is on.

6.Be sure mower blade drive is off.

7.Know how to stop engine. (Turn key to off position).

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Contents Black Bear ZTR 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 PRO Series COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL Warranty Policy Black Bear SpecificationsSeat Adjustment Instructions Control Levers ControlsTo SET Parking Brake Parking BrakeMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Choke and Throttle Control Lever Blade DriveCircuit Breaker Before Operating Mower Operation InstructionsStarting Instructions Parking Brake Switch Test Testing of Safety Interlock SystemsEngine should Stop Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Grass Catcher Attachment Failure to observe the following instructions Mowing with a Grass Catcher AttachmentSide Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions To Free Wheel Machine Unlock Transmission Towing Trailers and Other AttachmentsMaintenance Schedule Care and MaintenanceCutter Blade Maintenance Engine BatteryLubrication TiresBelt Tension BeltsChanging the Engine OIL OIL Filters OIL FillRecommended Fluid Hydrostatic Transmission Fluid Filter ServiceHydrostat OIL Maintenance Procedure Neutral Adjustment Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Mower Deck Leveling Procedure Electrical Systems Cleaning the MowerWarranty PARTS/SERVICEMower Deck Removal Engine WON’T Turn Over TroubleshootingMower Loses Power or Transmission Overheats Engine AIR and OIL Filters Standard Service Parts ListBlades BeltsDate OIL Changed OWNER’S InformationDixon INDUSTRIES, INC