Dixon 12881-1104 manual Operation Instructions, Before Operating Mower

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

The safe and successful operation of the SilverTip™ ZTR™ 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 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 Kodiak, Grizzly & SilverTip Mowers Specifications SilverTip ZTR 60Controls Control LeversMower Deck CUT Height Lift Lever Parking BrakeSeat Choke Control Lever Mower Blade SwitchIgnition Switch Throttle Control LeverControls Operation Instructions Before Operating MowerTowing Trailers and Other Attachments To Free Wheel Machine Unlock TransmissionStarting Instructions Mowing Instructions Stopping InstructionsTesting of Safety Interlock Systems Interlock Switch Test Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Mowing with a Mulching Attachment Side Discharge of the Clippings Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions Springs To Lift SeatTires Care and Maintenance Maintenance ScheduleMower Blades OFF Season Battery Storage BatteryEngine Lubrication EngineBelts Belt TensionChanging the Engine OIL OIL Fill OIL FiltersHydrostatic Transmission Fluid Filter Service Recommended FluidHydrostat Fluid Maintenance Procedure Hydrostat Drive Belt Replacement Procedure Hydrostatic PumpsParking Brake Adjustment Headlight Adjustment Steering Control Adjustments To adjust neutralSteering Control Adjustments To adjust steering control leversTo adjust In position of the steering controls Leveling the Deck PARTS/SERVICE Cleaning the MowerWarranty Electrical SystemsTroubleshooting Engine WON’T Turn OverEngine Backfires SilverTip ZTR Standard Service Parts ListAir and Oil Filter Page Page OWNER’S Information Date OIL Changed Date Engine TunedSilverTip