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IMPORTANT: READ CAREFULLY The Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and fun to operate. However, any power mower must be operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy or a recreational vehicle. Before you start to use the mower: read the operator's manual carefully, and become completely familiar with the controls. The information in this operator's manual applies to all Dixon® ZTR® Series Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a check-out ride, and answer any questions. See your dea
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INDEX SAFETY..............................................................Pages 1 - 6 WARRANTY POLICY .........................................Page 7 SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................Page 8- 9 SEAT ADJUSTMENT..........................................Page 10 CONTROLS........................................................Pages 11 -14 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS............................Pages 15-22 CARE AND MAINTENANCE...............................Pag
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RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander.. read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Page 2
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SAFETY SYMBOLS: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL - When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. Danger indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avo
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This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: • Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the mower before starting. • Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the mower. • Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown
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SLOPE OPERATION: Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the mower. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Use slow speed. Use
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CHILDREN: Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity. NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen. — Be alert to avoid accidents. • Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult. • Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area. • Before and during backing, look behind and DOWN for small children. • Never carry
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SERVICE: • DRINK/CUP HOLDER located on left rear fender is for transporting or carrying ONLY! Mower usage requires that both hands be free to control individual levers. DO NOT attempt operation of mower with any type of container or other object in either hand. • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refuelin
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DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY -- ESTATE MODELS This warranty policy applies to all Estate Mowers purchased on or after September 1, 1997. WARRANTY: Commercial Applications: Dixon Estate Models used in any commercial application are warranted for a period of six (6) months from date of purchase. Commercial applications or use is defined as any use other than at owners primary place of residence. Home Owner Applications: Dixon Estate Models used primarily at the owner's place of residen
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SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 5424 CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube BODY: Two piece - made of rotational molded polyethylene. Front body contains access panels for battery service and engine to mower deck belt removal. Rear body tilts up to allow service on the entire drive system. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell foam padded back and arm rests, upholstered with Cordura™ water-repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: 1 3 G
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SPECIFICATIONS Model ZTR 5020 CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube BODY: Two piece - made of rotational molded polyethylene. Front body contains access panels for battery service and engine to mower deck belt removal. Rear body tilts up to allow service on the entire drive system. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell foam padded back rest and arm rests, upholstered with Cordura™ water-repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. 3 Decks ar
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS Models ZTR 5424 - ZTR 5020: 1. Place parking brake in ON position. (Pull brake lever up) 2. Raise and push seat assembly and upper body rearward. 3. Loosen two front seat adjustment knobs, P/N 3978, and slide seat forward or backward to desired position. 4. Re-tighten front seat adjustment knobs, P/N 3978. DO NOT operate mower without seat adjustments properly tightened. 5. Carefully lower upper body and seat assembly to the closed position. Page 11
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CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake used on the Estate Series Models is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. Engage parking brake before starting engine. Do not leave engine running for extended periods of time without the parking brake engaged. Damage to the drive system could result. TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at left hand side of mower. To engage brake, pull
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CONTROLS TO GO FORWARD: From neutral position, gently push both drive levers forward. To increase speed, move levers farther forward. TO GO BACKWARD: From neutral position, gently pull both drive levers toward you. TURNING: Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of the right lever. To turn "square corners" move lever of desired direction to neutral. To turn on mower's own axis (zero turni
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CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: Located on control panel, on operator's right. To engage the mower blades, lift switch up lightly and push forward. : To disengage blades, pull switch backward. Switch is clearly marked "on and off". CIRCUIT BREAKER: Located on control panel, on operator's right. Protection of the electrical system is by (1)15 amp circuit breaker. If circuit breaker trips, push button to reset. If this condition repeats, consult dealer for inspection and repair. M
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Estate Series Models will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions. During initial operation, "learning to drive", set throttle at slow speed. Sound judgement by the owner will prevent accidents. • DRINK/CUP HOLDER loc
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST: With parking brake in the OFF position, engine should not turn over or attempt to start when the key switch is moved to the start position. BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST: a. With electric blade drive switch turned ON and parking brake in the ON position, engine should not turn over or attempt to start when key switch is moved to the start position. b. In a SAFE AREA away from bystanders, sta
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cold Engine 1. Push choke control lever fully forward. 2. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position. 4. Once engine starts to warm up, slowly move choke control lever to the fully closed position. 5. Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. 6
