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Dixon ZTR 5601, ZTR 5422, ZTR 5502 manual Troubleshooting, Mower Cut Quality

Models: ZTR 5601 ZTR 5502 ZTR 5422

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

MOWER CUT QUALITY:

There are many variables that can effect the cut quality of any riding mower. Type and conditions of grass, cut height setting, engine RPM and ground speed are some of the variables that interact creating differences in cut quality. Examination of one or more of the above will generally produce a quality cut.

The Troubleshooting Chart suggests practices and adjustments that may be helpful in improving cut quality. Your Dixon ZTR dealer is also available to provide assistance to you.

SITUATIONCAUSESREMEDY

	Poor cut quality		Ground speed	Reduce mowing speed Refer to
			Ground speed

	Poor cut quality		Incorrect engine to	page 39 for part numbers
	Poor cut quality		mower deck belt	page 39 for part numbers
			mower deck belt

	Poor cut quality		Engine RPM too low	Increase engine RPM to maximum

	Poor cut quality		Dull or bent blade	Sharpen or replace as required

	Poor cut quality		Un-level mower deck	Consult your dealer

	Poor cut quality		Grass buildup under	Clean out underside of mower deck
			mower deck

	Poor cut quality		Improper blades	Replace with original equipment
				blade designed for the 5000 Series
				Models

	Poor cut quality		Uneven tire pressures	Check and adjust as required per
				operators manual
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Dixon ZTR 5601, ZTR 5422, ZTR 5502 manual Troubleshooting, Mower Cut Quality

Contents

Page IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY INDEX SeptemberTIP-OVER SAFETYThe most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices SAFETYSAFETY SYMBOLS serious injury or death GENERAL OPERATIONSAFETY SLOPE OPERATIONSAFETY CHILDRENSAFETY SERVICEDIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- HYDRO-GEAR MODELS 3. Battery warranty Limited to 90 days from date of purchase6. The following items are noLcovered by this warranty policy b Routine maintenance or adjustmentsModel ZTR SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICEModel ZTR X 5 smooth profileSPECIFICATIONS Model ZTRSEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS CONTROLS PageCONTROLS CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting enginePARKING BRAKE TO SET PARKING BRAKECONTROLS TO GO FORWARDTO GO BACKWARD TURNINGCONTROLS Protection of the electrical system is by 115 amp circuit breakerOPERATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSBLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST 5000 Series OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 . Push choke control lever fully forwardOPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 settingAlways turn engine off when leaving mower OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT6. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT Be sure that deflector is properly installed on the discharge chute OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS 5. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting SeasonPage OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSDECK ROLLERS Before performing any maintenance, shut off engine, allow to cool CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELSMAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS CUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCEWear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutter blade avoid the sharp edge of the bladeCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS BELT TENSIONPeriodically inspect both belt and idler systems ENGINE TO MOWER DECK BELTLUBRICATION CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELSFUEL SHUT OFF VALVE CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS 5000 SERIES REAR WHEELSCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS AT PROPER COLLECTION CENTERSPROTECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENTCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS MOWER DECK INSTALLATIONCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS PageCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS T-BOX TO HYDROSTAT BELT ADJUSTMENTCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENTCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS Swing upper control levers out into the neutral slotsCARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS FORWARD TRAVEL SPEED ADJUSTMENTSDO NOT SPEED UP THE SLOW SIDE, AS OVER STROKING OF THE HYDROSTAT COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE UNITB. OHMS TEST CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELSPROCEDURE FOR ELECTRIC CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELS HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL AND FILTER SERVICEWHEELS AND TIRES Model ZTR Models ZTR 5502 & ZTR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS CARE AND MAINTENANCE - 5000 SERIES MODELSCLEANING THE MOWER SERIAL NUMBERS WARRANTY PARTS/SERVICE STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST MODEL ZTRMODEL ZTR MODEL ZTRKOHLER ANTI-ICING KIT STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTKOHLER AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS TROUBLESHOOTING MOWER CUT QUALITYTROUBLESHOOTING DRIVE SYSTEMSITUATION CAUSESTROUBLESHOOTING Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page FAX 316 251 OWNER INFORMATIONPURCHASED FROM Name Address Page Page Page Page Page Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, Inc