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Operator's manual
RAM 44 / 968999551, RAM 50 / 968999552
RAM MAG 44 / 968999559, RAM MAG 50 / 968999561
RAM MAG 50 / 968999562, RAM MAG 44 / 968999650
RAM MAG 50 / 968999651
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure
you understand the instructions before using the machine.
English
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL Maintenance ......................................................... 35 Contents Maintenance Schedule...................................... 35 Contents...................................................................1 Battery............................................................... 37 Introduction .............................................................3 Ignition System.................................................. 38 Congratulations...........................
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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 Introduction Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Dixon ride-on mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing primarily of large areas. Controls in one place and a hydrostatic transmission regulated by steering controls also contribute to the machine’s performance. This manual is a valuable document. Read the manual carefully before using or servicing the machine. Following the instructions (use, service, maintenance, etc.) by all who operate thi
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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 follo
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS 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! Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx x Xxxxx xxxxxx xx. xx xxxxxxxx xxxxx xxx xx. Used in this publication to notify the reader of a risk of personal injury or death, particularly if the reader does not follow instructions given in the manual. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Xxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx xxx xxxx xxxxxx xx. Used in this publication to
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SYMBOLS AND DECALS Keep a safe Use on No Shut off engine Read distance from slopes no passengers & remove key Operator´s the machine. before greater Manual. than 10°. performing any maintenance or repair work. Careful Whole Severing Do not open Careful going backing up, body of fingers or remove forward, exposure & toes. watch for safety watch for other people. to thrown shields while other people. objects. engine is running. Moving sharp blades under cover English-6
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manu
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Disengage blades when not mowing. Shut off engine and wait for all parts to WARNING! come to a complete stop before cleaning Engine exhaust and certain the machine, removing the grass vehicle components contain catcher, or unclogging the discharge or emit chemicals considered guard. to cause cancer, birth defects, • Operate machine only in daylight or good or other reproductive system artificial light. damage. The engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, • Do n
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 protecti
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. 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. • Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction • Take special care if attachments are 80
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance 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 wit
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS the sun may otherwise cause the fuel to expand and overflow. 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 build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Allow machine to cool before storing. 8011-515 Never drive t
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Acid in the eyes can cause blindness, contact a doctor immediately. • Be careful when servicing the battery. Explosive gases form in the battery. Never perform maintenance on the battery when smoking or near open flames or sparks. The battery can explode and cause serious injury/damage. • 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. 6003-009 • Do no
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS recommended by the manufacturer. Only use approved repair parts for the machine. • 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 after using the machine by removing grass, leaves, and 8011-644 ot
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Customer responsibilities • Read and observe the safety rules. • Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for and using your mower. • Follow the instructions under "Maintenance” and "Storage” sections of this owner’s manual. • This machine has no brain. Use yours! WARNING! This mower is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, bush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system
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CONTROLS Controls This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Honda or Kawasaki four stroke V-twin engine developing 20 - 26 horse power. Transmission from the engine is made via two belt-driven hydraulic transaxles, one for each drive wheel. Using the left and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the direction and speed. 8050-145 Zero Turn Rider Control Locations 3 7 1 5 6 9 4 11 13 10 12 2 8 805
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CONTROLS 1. Parking Brake IMPORTANT INFORMATION The machine must be absolutely standing still when applying the parking brake. The parking brake is found on the left of the machine. Pull the lever backward to activate the brake and forward to release it. 8011-711 Parking brake not activated 2. Motion 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. F
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CONTROLS positions when standing still or do not fit in the slots for moving the controls outward, they can be adjusted. 1 2 3 Tracking If the mower is not tracking straight, check the air pressure in both rear tires. 4 Recommended air pressure is 15 psi. (1 bar) Tracking must be checked on a flat and level 8011-791 concrete or blacktop surface. If the unit still 1. Forward does not track straight contact your Dixon 2. Neutral 3. Neutral slot, Neutral lock workshop for adjustments. 4. Rev
