Series, Operators Manual | Dixon ZTR 5017, ZTR 5022 instruction

1999 Operator's Manual

1999 Operator's Manual

5000

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Dixon ZTR 5017, ZTR 5022 manual Series, Operators Manual

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1999 Operators Manual 5000 SERIES IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY 5000 Series INDEX The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETYread and understand this manual to prevent injuries RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED Danger SAFETY SYMBOLSFollow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices Safety Alert Symbol Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in SAFETYThis cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet and throwing objects SLOPE OPERATION CHILDREN SERVICE DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- HYDRO-GEAR MODELS SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS WARRANTY DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- ESTATE MODELS Model ZTR SPECIFICATIONS 5020 11 GA - rectangular tube CHASSIS 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 5000 Series Models2. Slide seat forward or backward 3. Release seat slide adjuster CONTROLS CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting engine PARKING BRAKETO SET PARKING BRAKE HYDRO-GEAR DRIVE SYSTEM TURNING BRAKING TO GO BACKWARDCHOKE CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER CIRCUIT BREAKER BLADE DRIVEMOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER BEFORE OPERATING MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTOWING If Any Safety Check FAILS Do Not Operate The Mower until TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSthe system has been checked and repaired by an Authorized Dixon ZTR Dealer STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Engine has been operated STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Engine MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT 6. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season MOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS Besurethatdeflectorisproperlyinstalledonthe dischargechuteGRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS 5. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season 60 Deck DECK ROLLERS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CARE AND MAINTENANCEBefore performing any maintenance, shut off engine OFF-SEASON BATTERY STORAGE MOWER BLADE MAINTENANCE ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELT BELT TENSIONBELT FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE SERVICE INTERVALSLUBRICATION LOCATIONS WHEEL REVERSAL REAR WHEELS PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT CHANGING THE ENGINE OILPLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERS PROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT MOWER DECK REMOVAL MOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE T-BOX TO HYDROSTAT BELT ADJUSTMENT PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENT A. AIR GAP ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENTB. OHMS TEST OIL REQUIREMENTS HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICEOIL FILTER P/N 7252- IMPORTANT 3. Put fresh oil in reservoir. Fill reservoir to the full mark WARRANTY CLEANING THE MOWERPARTS/SERVICE WHEELS AND TIRES 42 DECK STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST50 DECK 60 DECK KOHLER AND BRIGGS & STRATTON AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS MOWER CUT QUALITY TROUBLESHOOTINGSITUATION CAUSES DRIVE SYSTEM ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Page MOWER MODEL NUMBER OWNER INFORMATIONPURCHASED FROM MOWER SERIAL NUMBER are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc Dixon and ZTR5000Series