MOWER BLADE OPERATION
1.To start mower blades, pull up slightly on blade drive switch handle and move it forward to the "ON" position.
2.To stop mower blades, move switch handle to the "OFF" position
SAFETY CHECKS
IMPORTANT - PERFORM SAFETY CHECKS AFTER MAKING ANY REPAIRS OR ADJUSTMENTS
1.After reassembly, while seated on mower, attempt to start engine with mower deck engaged. Engine should NOT start. If engine does start, return the mower to an Authorized Dixon dealer for adjustment or repair.
2.Disengage mower deck and start engine. With the operator in the normal seated position, engage mower deck and remove weight from seat. The engine should stop. If the engine does NOT stop when operator rises from seat, return the mo wer to an Authorized Dixon dealer for adjustment or repair.
3.Engage, then disengage mower blade in each cutting height. Insure that blade disengages
and comes to a stop within (5) seconds in each height position. If blade does NOT disengage properly, contact your Authorized Dixon dealer.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE MOWER IF ANY SAFETY FEATURE IS NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Tighten nut on brake rod P/N2£33, located in front of the transaxle on each side, just enough to prevent brake from slipping when engaged.
CAUTION: Over tightening may cause premature wear on the brake band P/N 5085.
Revised 2/93 P / N 8 1 1 1
