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Operator's Manual
8000 SERIES
ZTR® MOWERS
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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 8000 Series Commercial Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any questions. See your dealer for warranty s
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INDEX SAFETY ............................................Pages 4-9 WARRANTY POLICY..........................Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS .............................Page 11 SEAT ADJUSTMENT...........................Page 12 CONTROLS .......................................Pages 13-16 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS ............Pages 17-22 CARE AND MAINTENANCE ................Pages 23-33 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST .....Page 34 TROUBLESHOOTING.........................Pages 35-36 8000 Series Part No. 13092-0700 3
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SAFETY RIDING LAWNMOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPER- ATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... BLADE CONTACT TIP-OVER BACK-OVER RUN-OVER ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. 4
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SAFETY 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 avoided, may result in minor or moderate inju
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SAFETY This cutting mower is capable of amputating hands & 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 by the blade
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SAFETY 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. Tires ma
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SAFETY 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 watch- ful 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 childr
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SAFETY SERVICE: • 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 refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the mower indoors. Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame, If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediatley. To prevent fire and explosion caused by static electrici
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DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT company AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117 DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS 8000 Series WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase. Commercial Application: Dixon mowers used for commercial application are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase or 750 hours whichever comes first. Commercial use is s
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SPECIFICATIONS Specifications go here 8000 Series CHASSIS: 11 GA - rectangular tube BODY: Folded sheet metal. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort with padded back and arm rests. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: 2 Decks are available. Both decks are made of 10 GA fabricated welded construction with 7 -" GA reinforcement plate. 3 blades combine for either a 60" or 72" cut width. Cut height approximately 1.5" to 6" via 11 position lift handle. BLADE DRIVE: Electric clutch DRIVE SYST
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 8000 Series Models FORE & AFT ADJUSTMENT 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster. SEAT BACK ADJUSTMENT 1. Rotate knob clockwise to recline. 2. Rotate knob counter-clockwise to raise. 12
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CONTROLS SHOW HOW TO REMOVE BOOT & RAISE AND LOWER & ROTATE CONTROL HANDLES ADD INFO ON HEADLIGHT POSITION ON START SWITCH 13
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CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE: The parking brake 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 CAUTION TO SET PARKING BRAKE: The hand operated parking brake is located at left hand side of mower. To engage brake, pull upward. To release brake, move lever downward. NOTE: Always set parking brake before dismounting. Release parking brake before moving mower. HYDRO-GEAR DRIVE SYSTEM: Allows
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CONTROLS SHOW HOW TO REMOVE BOOT & RAISE AND LOWER AND ROTTTE CONTROL HANDLES. ADD 15
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CONTROLS BLADE DRIVE: Located on control panel, on operator's right. To engage blades: Pull up on the switch. To disengage blades: Push down. MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Located to the right and front of operator. Controls the cutting height. Eleven positions of adjustment. NOTE: Always use high position for transport. 16
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the Model ZTR 8000 Series 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. BEFORE OPERATING MOWER: 1. Re
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS: Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly. Your Zero Turning Radius Mower is equipped with switches interlocked for your safety. 1. The mower blades must be disengaged before the engine will start. 2. The steering control levers must be in neutral "OUT" position before the engine will start. 3. The engine will stop if the mower blade clutch is engaged when the operator leaves the driver's seat. 4. The engine wil
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Cold Engine 1. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 2. Push choke control lever forward. 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 push choke control lever back to the fully open position. 5. Move throttle control lever to the wide open or maximum setting for actual opera- tion of the mower deck. 6. Engine must be
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS: Engine has been operated. 1. Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting. 2. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to "Run" position. 3. Move throttle control lever to wide open or maximum setting for actual operation of the mower deck. NOTE: Model ZTR 8000 Series may require partial choke setting to start even if the engine has been operated for a period of time. 4. Engine
