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6000 SERIES
FORWARD MOUNT
ZTR®
2002
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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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 the operator’s manual carefully and become completely familiar with the controls. The information contained in this manual applies to all ® ® Dixon ZTR 6000 Series Commercial Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any questions. See your dealer for warranty s
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INDEX Page Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Seat Adjustment Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15-17 Operation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-24 Care & Maintenan
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SAFETY RIDING LAWN MOWERS, IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander... BLADE CONTACT TIP OVER RUN OVER BACK OVER ...read and understand this manual to prevent injuries. 4
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SAFETY Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALERT to the potential for injury. Follow 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 potentially hazardous
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SAFETY Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. GENERAL OPERATION: •Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the 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 anyon
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SAFETY GENERAL OPERATION (continued): •Turn off blades when not mowing. •Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute. •Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. •Do not operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. •Watch for traffic when operating near or crossingroadways. •Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower into a trailer or truck. Do not ride the mower when loading and unloading. •Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses wit
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SAFETY 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 cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it! DO • Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc. • Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the mower. Tall grass can hide obstacles. • Use slow speed. Tir
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SAFETY 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. • Before and during backing, look BEHIND and DOWN for small children. • Never carry children
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SAFETY SERVICE: • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke while refueling. Never refuel the mower indoors. Never store the mower or fuel container inside a building where there is an open flame. If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. To prevent fire and explosion caused by static
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SAFETY SERVICE (continued): • Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic. • 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. • Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris buildup. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to cool before storing. • Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before res
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DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT company Airport Industrial Park P.O. Box 1569 Coffeyville, Ks 67337- 0945 620-251-2000 Fax 620-251-4117 DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - COMMERCIAL MODELS 6000 & 7000 Series WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase. Commercial Application: Dixon mowers used for commercial application are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase or 400 hours whichever comes first. Commercial us
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SPECIFICATIONS 6000 Series Forward Mount CHASSIS: Sheet metal construction frame. BODY: Folded sheet metal. Seat lifts up for access to battery and belt service. SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high density closed cell foam padded back and arm rests, upholstered with CorduraTM water- repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. MOWER DECK: Two decks are available. Both are made of 12 GA fabricated welded construction with 10 GA reinforcement plate. Three blades combine fo
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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS 6000 SERIES 1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it into adjustment position. 2. Slide seat forward or backward. 3. Release seat slide adjuster. 14
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CONTROLS CONTROL LEVERS Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and swing them outward. TO GO FORWARD: From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward. To increase speed, move levers further forward. TO GO BACKWARD: From neutral position, gently pull both control levers toward you. TURNING: Turning is controlled by moving one control lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left lever rearward of the right lever.
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CONTROLS PARKING BRAKE The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower while it is in motion. Engage parking brake CAUTION before starting engine. TO SET PARKING BRAKE The hand operated parking brake is located at the right hand side of the mower. To engage brake, pull rearward. To release brake, move lever forward. NOTE: Always set parking brake before dismounting. Release parking brake before moving mower. HYDRO-GEAR DRIVE SYSTEM: A
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CONTROLS MOWER BLADE SWITCH: Located on the control panel to the operator’s right. To engage blades: pull up on switch To disengage blades: push down CHOKE CONTROL LEVER: Located on control panel to operator’s left. Use to start a cold engine. THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER: Located on control panel to operator’s right. Controls engine speed, slow to maximum. While mowing, throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower de
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS The safe and successful operation of the 6000 Series will depend upon the operator having the correct knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making good judgements about the terrain to be mowed. NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without complete knowledge of all controls and their functions. During initial operation, “learning to drive”, set throttle at slow speed. Sound judgement by the operator will prevent accidents. TOWING Towing a trailer or other atta
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST Note: Operator must be seated in normal operating position to perform these tests. 1. With engine off, turn mower blade on and attempt to start engine. ENGINE SHOULD NOT START. 2. With engine off, move control levers in and attempt to start engine. ENGINE SHOULD NOT START 3. In a SAFE AREA, away from bystanders, start the engine, place throttle setting at maximum or full. Engage the blade drive through the electric clutch switch. Raise slightly off o
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (cold engine): 1. Operator must be seated in normal operating position. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Push choke control lever fully foward. 4. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting. 5. Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position. 6. Once engine starts to warm up, slowly move choke control lever to the fully closed position. 7. Move throttle control lever to the wide o
