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Operator Manual
RAM 52ZT / 966038601 RAM 48ZT / 966495301
RAM 52ZT BF / 966054301 RAM 48ZT BF / 966495401
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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©2009 HTC. All rights reserved. Beatrice, NE. Printed in U.S.A.
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Contents INTrodUCTIoN .......................................................5 Engine Cooling Air Intake ...................................38 driving and Transport on Public roads ...............5 Throttle Cable .....................................................38 Towing ..................................................................5 Choke Cable ......................................................38 operating .............................................................5 Air filter ...
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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 the towed equipment. make wide turns to avoid easily accessible to the operator and a hydrostatic jack-knifing. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to transmission 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
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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. f AIlUrE To oBSEr VE 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 s
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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 chi
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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 use the machine indoors or in spaces lacking proper ventilation. The exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, an odorless, poisonous, and lethal gas. • 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
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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. • The machine is tested and approved only with the equipment originally provided or recommended by the manufacturer. only use approved repair parts for the machine. • The mulch blades should only be used in familiar areas when higher quality mowing is desired. 6003-009 Do not smoke when performing maintenance on the bat
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saFety • regularly clean deck and underside of deck, avoid spraying engine and electrical components with water. Transport • The machine is heavy and can cause serious crushing injuries. Be extra cautious when it is loaded on or unloaded from a vehicle or trailer. • Use an approved trailer to transport the machine. Activate the parking brake, turn off the fuel supply, and fasten the machine with approved fastening devices, such as bands, chains, or straps, when transporting. • do not ope
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ContRols This operator’s manual describes the dixon Zero Turn belt-driven hydraulic pumps, which in turn drive a rider. The rider is fitted with a Kohler or Briggs & hydraulic motor for each drive wheel. Using the left Stratton four-stroke overhead valve engine developing and right steering controls, the flow is regulated and 24-26* horse power. thereby the direction and speed. Transmission from the engine is made via two production engines may differ from this value. Actual power output *T
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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 Cutting Height Adjuster The deck cutting height is obtained by pressing the button on the lift lever and pulling backward to lift the deck. To lower the deck, push button on the lift lever and push forward allowing the deck to lower to the correct cutting height. The cutting height range is from 1½" (38mm) to 4" (102mm) in ½ (13mm) increments. The heights are measured from the ground up to the blade tip with the engine not running. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Always use the high posit
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ContRols Ignition Switch The ignition key is placed on the control panel and is used to start and stop the engine. 8050-839 Ignition switch Hour Meter The hour meter displays the total operating time. It will flash CHG oIl (Change oil) at 50 hour intervals. The flash duration is one hour before and one hour after the interval. The CHG oIl icon will come on and shut off automatically. The hour meter can not be manually reset. 8050-839 Hour meter Blade switch In order to engage the mower deck
