Dixon 8950-598, ZTR 4426 WHEELS AND TIRES:

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WHEELS AND TIRES:

Correct tire pressure is important for correct operation of mower.

Front Tires 11 X 4.00 X 5 16-21 lbs. PSI

Rear Tires 18 X 9.50 X 8 8-14

lbs. PSI

NOTE: Check lug nuts periodically for tightness.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Keep all connections clean and tight.

CLEANING THE MOWER: Wash mower periodically.

Clean above and below deck.

NOTE: Allow mower to cool before washing. If bearings are hot, they

will draw moisture inside as they dryand cause corrosion.

SERIAL NUMBERS: The serial number is located on frame at rear of engine,

it will begin with DM.

WARRANTY: Refer to Warranty Registration Form (P/N 8288).

PARTS/SERVICE: See your Dixon dealer for replacement parts, warranty or service.

PLEASE HELP PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT BY AVOIDING ALLCHEMICALS WHICH MAY DAMAGE OR CAUSE HARM TO PLANTS ANDANIMALS IN YOUR AREA.

Contents

Main any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY INDEX Page SAFETYSAFETY Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. GENERAL OPERATION: WARNING: DO DO NOT Page SERVICE: DIXON PROTECTION PLUS TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY SPECIFICATIONS Models ZTR 4423 & ZTR 4426 Page Page CAUTION Page Page NEVER BEFORE OPERATING MOWER: TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: Do Not Operate The Mower STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT: Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season. MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT Do Not Attempt To Cut Grass When It Is Wet. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season. Some SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS: Keep The Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season. GRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS: Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50 to 80% Before performing any maintenance, shut off engine, allow to cool. CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE: Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade. Avoid touching the sharp edge of the blade. BELT TENSION MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: If adjustment is required, turn nut on one or both of the rear L-rods both the front and rear of the blades. DECK REMOVAL: HOT oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool before draining oil. CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: OIL FILTERS: Pulling twist PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS. PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT OIL FILL: LUBRICATION: DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS: REAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT: WHEELS AND TIRES: NOTE: Check lug nuts periodically for tightness. STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST Protect Page Page TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Page Page OWNER INFORMATION WARNING: