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Dixon 13091-0500, ZTR 7025 manual Troubleshooting, check, vent, add oil, shut off engine and

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TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

1.ENGINE WON'T TURN OVER

Mower blades engaged--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	disengage	blades
Drive not in neutral ----------------------------------------------------------------	move steering control levers to neutral "OUT " position
Blown fuse-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	replace fuse
Dead battery ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	charge or	replace
Solenoid -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	consult	dealer
Ignition switch -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	consult	dealer
Starter----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	consult	dealer

2.ENGINE WILL TURN OVER BUT WON'T START

No gas -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	refuel and/or clean or replace fuel filters
Over or under choked ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	adjust choke
Spark plug not firing -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	check spark plug
Carburetor maladjustment--------------------------------------------------------------------------	condition and reset gap*/consult dealer
Ignition Switch ---------------------------------------------------------------	readjust carburetor* or consult dealer for carburetor service

3.	HARD TO START--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ENGINE	clean fuel line and check fuel filter
	Fuel line clogged	clean fuel line and check fuel filter
	Faulty fuel pump ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		consult dealer
	Spark plug wire loose or grounded -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------	check	spark	plug	wires
	Spark plug(s) faulty or improperly gapped----------------------------------------------------------------------------------		check	spark	plug
	Electronic ignition defective-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------	condition	and	reset	gap*
	Dirty or maladjusted carburetor		consult dealer
		readjust carburetor* or consult dealer for carburetor service

4.ENGINE STARTS BUT CUTS OUT

	Water in gasoline-----------------------------------------	drain	old gasoline-replace with new gasoline and /or clean carburetor bowl
	Clogged fuel line -------------------------------------------------------------------------------		clean carburetor bowl and or check fuel filter
	Vent in fuel cap plugged ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		clean fuel			line
	Faulty fuel pump -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------			check		vent
	Maladjusted carburetor-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		consult		dealer
	Engine dies when control------------------------------------------------------levers are moved "IN"		parking brake set --	release brake
5.	ENGINE KNOCKS----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		check and		add oil
	Low oil level
	Ignition timing off ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		consult		dealer
	Fuel octane too low---------------------------------------------------------------------------		drain and replace with higher octane gasoline
	Over heated engine-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------		shut off engine and	allow	to	cool

*See engine manual for engine adjustments

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Dixon 13091-0500, ZTR 7025 manual Troubleshooting, check, vent, add oil, shut off engine and

Contents

2001 Operators Manual7000 SERIES ZTR MOWERS IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY SPECIFICATIONS INDEXSAFETY WARRANTY POLICY The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander SAFETYRIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH When you see this symbol BE ALERT to the potential for injury DangerSafety Alert Symbol Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices and throwing objects GENERAL OPERATIONFailure to observe the following safety instructions could result in This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & feet All slopes require extra caution SLOPE OPERATIONwhich can result in severe injury or death presence of children NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seenCHILDREN Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the SERVICE AND LIMITATIONS DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELSLABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS Folded sheet metal SPECIFICATIONSDual Element Air Cleaner Weight SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position2. Slide seat forward or backward 3. Release seat slide adjuster Model Steering Control Levers Choke Parking Brake Lever CONTROLSBlade Clutch Switch Ignition Key Throttle Cut Height Adjustment Lever Cut Height Stop Pin Each lever controls one side of the mower PARKING BRAKEEngage parking brake before starting engine Allows the mower to turn on its own axis zero turning radius BRAKING TO GO FORWARDTO GO BACKWARD TURNING Located to the right and front of operator To engage blades Pull up on the switch To disengage blades Push downControls the cutting height Seven positions of adjustment Located on control panel, on operators right BEFORE OPERATING MOWER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSBLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST Electric Clutch Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Cold Engine STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Always turn engine off when leaving mower Correct mowing height can reduce weeds and disease by 50% to 80% Be sure that deflector is properly installed on the discharge chuteGRASS HEIGHT SUGGESTIONS 5. Maintain Sharp Blades Throughout The Cutting Season TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE UNLOCK TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE CARE AND MAINTENANCE ENGINE BATTERYBattery electrolyte is a poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid solution. Avoid spilling on skin, eyes and clothing V-BELTS MOWER BLADES Dirt or water in oil can ruin the hydrostatic transmissions LUBRICATIONCHECKING & REPLENISHING OIL IN HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIONS HYDROSTAT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS STEERING CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS continued LEVELING THE DECK PROCEDURE FOR RAISING AND LOWERING THE DECK FOR SERVICING of the way Cut Height Adjustment Pin Cut Height Adjustment Lever Locking PinDeck Latch Foot Deck Center Deck Spindle Deck Lift Bolt Rear Deck Mounting Latch Front Caster Wheels positioned out KOHLER AIR AND OIL FILTER PART NUMBERS STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTMODEL ZTR add oil TROUBLESHOOTINGcheck vent Put in lock position see pg Check spark plug or condition andCheck and re-gap Add oil Page Page DATE ENGINE TUNED OWNER INFORMATIONDATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM DATE OIL CHANGED PO Box Dixon and ZTR are registered trademarks of Dixon Industries, IncDIXON INDUSTRIES, INC a BLOUNT International Inc. Co