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Operator Manual
SPEEDZTR 44 / 965981001 SPEEDZTR 46 / 965882001
SPEEDZTR 54 / 965882101 SPEEDZTR 36 / 965882201
SPEEDZTR 44 / 965882301 SPEEDZTR 48 / 965882401
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. ©2008 HTC. All rights reserved. Beatrice
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .......................................................5 Air Filter ...............................................................39 Driving and Transport on Public Roads .................5 Kawasaki Engine ...........................................39 Towing ...................................................................5 Kohler Engine ................................................40 Operating ...............................................................5
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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 If machine is equipped with a tow hitch, use extreme machine is built for superior efficiency to rapidly mow caution when towing. Never allow children or others in primarily large areas. A control panel easily accessible or on the towed equipment. Make wide turns to avoid to the operator and a hydrostatic transmission jack-knifing. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to regulated by steering controls
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INTRODUCTION Good Service Dixon’s products are sold 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 following professional: Engi
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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 RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. General Operation • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before star
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SAFETY • 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 evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely enough to protect themselves and others from serious injury. • Follow the manufacture
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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 where you last saw them. • 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 chil
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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 restar
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SAFETY • Do not change the settings of governors and avoid running the engine with overly high engine speeds. If you run the engine too fast, you risk damaging the machine components. • 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
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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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CONTROLS Transmission from the engine is made via two belt- This operator’s manual describes the Dixon Zero driven hydraulic pumps. Using the left and right Turn Rider. The rider is fitted with a Briggs & Stratton, steering controls, the flow is regulated and thereby the Kawasaki or Kohler four-stroke overhead valve engine direction and speed. developing 17 - 24 horse power. Control Locations 8 4 10 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1. Motion Control Levers 6. Ignition Switch 2. Lift Lever 7. Seat Adjustment
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CONTROLS 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. 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 o
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CONTROLS Seat Adjustment Lever The seat can be adjusted lengthways. Release levers are located at the lower front right, or on the right side—depending on model. When making adjustments, sit on the seat. Slide the lever and maneuver seat to appropriate placement and release lever. 8050-165 Seat adjustment Bypass Linkage Unlocking Transmission When pushing or pulling the mower, engage the EZT (Integrated Zeroturn Transaxle) bypass linkages. The EZT bypass linkages are located on the rear o
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CONTROLS Fuel Tank The machine has one fuel tank, just behind the seat. The tank capacity is 4.5 gallons (17 liters). The engine will run on a minimum of 85-octane unleaded gasoline (no oil mix). Environmentally adapted alkylate gasoline can be used. See also Technical Data concerning ethanol fuel. Methanol fuel is not allowed. When operating below 32°F (0°C) use fresh, clean winter grade gasoline to help insure good cold weather starting. 8058-833 Fuel tank WARNING! Gasoline is highly fl
