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RAM SERIES
Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual
Residential Mowers
RAM 42
RAM 44
RAM 50
Commercial Mowers
RAM 44 MAG™
RAM 50 MAG™
Model Year 2005
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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 this Operator’s Manual carefully. It contains valuable information that is necessary for the safe operation of the machine. Observe all safety rules and become completely familiar with the controls. The information contained in this manual applies to all Dixon® ZTR®
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SAFETY & WARNING....................................4-15 WARRANTY...................................................16-17 SPECIFICATIONS........................................18-19 SEAT ADJUSTMENT.........................................20 CONTROLS..................................................21-24 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS....................25-35 CARE & MAINTENANCE............................36-48 STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LIST.........49-50 TROUBLESHOOTING..............
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SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Pictured below are the most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander. Please read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. Blade Contact Tip Over Run Over Back Over 4
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SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow the recommended safety precautions and safe operating practices. DANGER (highlighted in red) indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING (highlighted in orange) indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION (highlighted in yellow) indicates a potentia
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: Read, understand, and follow all instructions in this 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. Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop mower if anyone ente
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION (continued): Never leave a running mower unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting. Turn off blades when not mowing. Injury could occur from contact with moving parts. Under no circumstances should you place hands or feet under the mower deck or in the chute while blades or impeller are still running. To avoid person
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION (continued): Protect your eyes. Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating mower. 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 inju
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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 feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it! DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon® ZTR® -- never up or down. This will decrease the risk of tip-over. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, wires and other foreign obje
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO (continued): Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction. Use extreme caution when operating the mower with attachments to prevent tip-over or roll-over. If front wheels lift off the ground, pull levers back to stabilize the mower. Discontinue mowing the slope! 10
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. SLOPE OPERATION (continued): DO NOT Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphill turns may cause tip-over. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embank- ments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in. Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. FIRE HAZARDS: Use extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Store all fuel in approved containers specifically designed for that purpose. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Do not smoke while refueling or operating the mower. To reduce fire hazard, keep mower free of grass, leaves and
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. FIRE HAZARDS (continued): To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flames away from battery. Keep electrical connections clean and tight. Inspect them often. Loose connections and corrosion increase fire risk. Before disconnecting the negative ground cable, make sure all switches are off. This decreases the chance of sparking and fire. Use care when backing to avoid pushing the grass b
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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 watchful care of another responsible adult. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
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WARNING Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. SERVICE: Never run a mower inside a closed area or without proper ventilation. Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts, and keep equipment in good condition. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engin
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DIXON® ZTR® RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICY SpeedZTR™, RAM 42, RAM 44 & RAM 50 - Residential Mowers DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORK- MANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS: 1. RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION - (used only at owner’s primary place of residence): a. Two Years - 100% parts and labor subject to th
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DIXON® ZTR® PRO SERIES COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL WARRANTY POLICY RAM 44 MAG™ AND RAM 50 MAG™~Commercial Mowers DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORK- MANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS: 1. COMMERCIAL WARRANTY (use other than, or in addition to, mowing at owner’s primary place of residence): a. One Year
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SPECIFICATIONS Residential Models Chassis: 1-1/2 X 3 rectangle tube side frame Mower Deck: 42” - 13 ga stamped 3 blade deck. 44” & 50” - 11 ga fabricated construction w/reinforcement. Blade Drive: Electric clutch. Transmission: Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Hydro Gear IZT hydrostatic drive with 7” cooling fan. Engine: RAM 42: 18 HP Briggs & Stratton ELS, 4 cycle, single cylinder, overhead valve, air cooled, gasoline, vertical shaft, cast iron cylinder, full pressure lube with s
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SPECIFICATIONS Commercial Models Chassis: 1-1/2 X 3 rectangle tube side frame Mower Deck: 11 GA fabricated construction with reinforced ribs. Available in 44” and 50” cut widths. Blade Drive: Electric clutch. Transmission: Each rear wheel is independently driven by a Hydro Gear IZT hydrostatic drive with integral charge pump and 7” cooling fan. Engine: Each mower (44” or 50”) is powered with either a 19 HP Kawasaki, 20 HP Honda or a 20 HP Kohler twin cylinder engine, overhead valve, air cooled,
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 42” Models 1. Raise seat assembly. 2. Loosen four seat bolts, P/N 3224, and slide seat to desired position. 3. Tighten seat bolts. DO NOT operate mower without seat bolts properly tightened. 4. Lower seat assembly. 3224 3224 Seat 3224 Plate 3224 44” and 50” Models 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster. Seat Slide Adjuster 20
