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Operator Manual
SPDZTR 30 CA / 966504101
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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In order to implement improvements, specifications and designs can be altered without prior notification. Note that no legal demands can be placed based on the information contained in these instructions. Use only original parts for repairs. The use of other parts voids the warranty. Do not modify or install non-standard equipment to the unit without consent from the manufacturer. Modifications to the unit may cause unsafe operations or damage the unit. When this product is worn out and no lo
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Contents IntRoDUC tIon. ............................................................... 5 Running. .................................................................... 28 General. ....................................................................... 5 operating.on.Hills. ..................................................... 29 Driving.and.t ransport.on.Public.Roads. ...................... 5 Mowing.tips. .............................................................. 30 t owing. ................
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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. If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme This machine is built for superior efficiency to caution when towing. Never allow children or others in rapidly mow primarily large areas. A control panel or on towed equipment. easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic Make wide turns to avoid jack-knifing. Travel slowly transmission regulated by steering controls both and allow extra distance t
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IntRoDUCtIon Good Service retailer. See the certificate in the Service Journal in Dixon’s products are sold only in specialized retail this operator’s manual. stores with complete service. This ensures that you as a customer receive only the best support and service. When you need spare parts or support in service Before the product is delivered, the machine has, questions, warranty issues, etc., please consult for example, been inspected and adjusted by your the following professional:
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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. IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING! Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxx Xxxx xxxxxx xxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. xxxxxx xxxxxxxxx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of material damage, particularly if the reader should
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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
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sAFetY Safety Instructions These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. WARNING! WARNING! This symbol means that important THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE safety instructions need to be OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET emphasized. It concerns your safety. 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 on the machine and in the manual before
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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 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 out of the path of danger. • Keep children out of the mowing area and in the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator. • Be alert and turn machine off if a child enters the area. • Before and while backing, look behind and down for small children. • Never carry c
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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 the machine strikes a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, befo
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sAFetY Sparking can occur when working with the battery and the heavy cables of the starter circuit. This can cause battery explosion, fire or eye injury. Sparking in this circuit can not occur after the chassis cable (normally negative, black) is removed from the battery. • Use protective goggles. • Ensure that the fuel filler cap is mounted tightly and no flammable substances are stored in an open vessel. WARNING! Avoid electrical sparking and its consequences by the following routines
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sAFetY Transport WARNING! • The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is Escaping hydraulic oil under loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer. pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin, causing • Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. serious injury. If injured by escaping Activate the parking brake, turn off the fuel supply, fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious and fasten the machine with approved fastening
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ContRoLs This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn Transmission from the engine is made via belt-driven Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton four- hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right steering stroke overhead valve engine. controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed. Control Locations 1 2 3 4 8050-002 5 6 7 8 9 1. Cutting height handle 6. Motion control levers 2. Park brake 7. Fuel tank cap 3. Choke/throttle control 8. Fuel shut off valv
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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 forward
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ContRoLs Parking Brake The parking brake is found on the right side of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and push forward to release it. 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. 8050-005 Parking brake not activated Throttle Control The throttle control regulates the engine speed and thereby the rate of rotation of
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ContRoLs Choke Control The choke control is used for cold starts in order to provide the engine with a richer fuel mixture. For cold starts the throttle should be pushed forward to the choke position. WARNING! Gasoline is highly flammable. Observe caution and fill the tank outdoors (see 8050-031-a the safety instruction). Choke control Refueling Read the safety instructions before refueling. The machine has one fuel tank, just behind the seat. The tank volume is 3 gallons (11.4 liters). M
