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Operator’s Manual
Ram Ultra 50, 25 KOH / 968999722
Ram Ultra 60, 25 KOH / 968999723
Ram Ultra 72, 27 KOH / 968999724
Ram Ultra 50, 25 KOH BF / 968999725
Ram Ultra 60, 25 KOH BF / 968999726
Ram Ultra 72, 27 KOH BF / 968999773
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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©2008 HTC. All rights reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.
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CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ............................................................... 5 Safety System........................................................... 37 General ....................................................................... 5 Engine Cooling Air Intake ......................................... 38 Driving and Transport on Public Roads ...................... 5 Throttle Cable ........................................................... 38 Towing....................................
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WARNING! Failure to follow cautious operating practices can result in serious injury to the operator or other persons. The owner must understand these instructions, and must allow only trained persons who understand these instructions to operate the mower. Each person operating the mower must be of sound mind and body and must not be under the influence of any mind altering substance. WARNING! Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations Towing Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. This Do not tow this machine, it may cause damage to the machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow drive system. primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible Do not tow any trailers with this mower. They may to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission jackknife or overturn causing damage to the mower regulated by steering controls both contribute to the and possible serious inj
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INTRODUCTION Good Service Dixon’s products are sold all over the world and only in specialized retail stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. Before the product is delivered, the machine has, for example, been inspected and adjusted by your retailer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in this operator’s manual. When you need spare parts or support in service questions, warranty issues, etc., please consult the follow
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SyMBOlS AND DECAlS These symbols are found on the machine and in the operator’s manual. Study them carefully so that you know what they mean. WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death, particularly if the reader should neglect to follow instructions given in the manual. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx
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SyMBOlS AND DECAlS Read Shut off engine and Keep a safe Use on slopes No passengers Operator’s remove key before distance from no greater Manual performing any the machine than 10° maintenance or repair work Whole body Severing of fingers Do not open or Careful backing up, Careful going exposure to and toes remove safety watch for other forward, watch for thrown objects shields while people other people engine is running Moving sharp blades under cover 8-Dixon
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SAFETy Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABlE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAIlURE TO OBSERVE THE FOllOWING SAFETy INSTRUCTIONS COUlD RESUl T IN SERIOUS INJURy OR DEATH. General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before st
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SAFETy • Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light. • Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. • Always wear eye protection when operating machine. • Data indicates that operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evalua
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SAFETy Personal Safety Equipment WARNING! When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment. • Make sure that you have first aid equipment close at hand when using the machine. • Never use the machine when barefoot. • Always wear protective shoes or
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SAFETy • Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in. Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 8011-509 •
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SAFETy WARNING! The engine must not be started when the driver’s floor plate or any protective plate for the mower deck’s drive belt is removed. Safe Handling of Gasoline To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. • Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition. • Use only approved gasoline container. • Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. All
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SAFETy General Maintenance • Never operate machine in a closed area. • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. • Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. • Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. • If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before resta
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SAFETy • Ensure that nuts and bolts, especially the fastening bolts for the blade attachments, are properly tightened, torqued and that the equipment is in good condition. • Do not modify safety equipment. Check regularly to be sure it works properly. The machine must not be driven with defective or unmounted protective plates, protective cowlings, safety switches, or other protective devices. • Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engin
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SAFETy • The blades are sharp and can cause cuts and gashes. Wrap the blades or use protective gloves when handling them. • Check the parking brake’s functionality regularly. Adjust and service as necessary. • The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired. • Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves, and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine. Allow the machine to cool before putting it in storage. • Regularly clean de
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SAFETy Roll over Protection system (ROPS) WARNING! The ROPS increases the basic weight of the unit by 42 lbs/19 kg. The ROPS is an accessory. The rollover protection • Do not use ROPS as a lifting, attaching or system's capabilities may anchoring point. be impaired by damage if • Do not use ROPS for wrecking or towing. the mower is overturned or if alteration to the ROPS • Do not exceed Max GVW: 2822 lbs/1283 kg. occurs. If these conditions • Read machine operator´s manual before ta
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CONTROlS This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Transmission from the engine is made via a belt-driven Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Kohler four- hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering stroke overhead valve engine developing 25-27 horse controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction power*. and speed. Control Locations 9 8 7 2 1 10 11 6 12 3 5 4 1. Motion control levers 7. Fuses 2. Parking brake 8. Fuel tank cap 9. Fuel shut off valve 3. Throttle contr
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CONTROlS Steering Control Levers The machine’s speed and direction are continuously variable using the two steering controls. The steering controls can be moved forward or backward about a neutral position. Furthermore, there is a neutral position, which is locked if the steering controls are moved outward. When both controls are in the neutral position (N), the machine stands still. By moving both controls an equal amount forward or backward, the machine moves in a straight line forwar
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CONTROlS Parking Brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must stand absolutely still when applying the parking brake. Always set the parking brake before dismounting. Release the parking brake before moving the mower. The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. 8061-019 Parking brake not activated Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of the blad
