4000 SERIESZTR®2003 OPERATORS MANUAL
10SAFETYSERVICE:Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never
11SERVICE (continued):Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bo
12WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: Dixon Transaxle Models, used only at owners primaryplace of residence are warranted for a period of two (2) yea
13SPECIFICATIONSModel ZTR 4423CHASSIS: Twin 12 gauge side frames and 7 gauge transmissionand engine base plate.BODY: All body parts made of high densi
14SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSModel ZTR 44231. Raise and push seat assembly forward.2. Loosen five nuts and slide seat forward or backwardto desired p
15CONTROLSThe Dixon ZTR has a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers tocontrol braking, turning, speed and direction.On initial operatio
16CONTROLSCONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position andswing them outward.TO GO FORWARD:From neutral positi
17CONTROLSBLADE DRIVE:•Located on the control panel, on the operators right.•To engage the mower blades, pull up on the switch.•To disengage mower
18OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the 4000Series will depend upon the operator having thecorrect knowledge of all controls
19OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read and observe all safety instructions on yourmower and in the manual.2. Read engine manufacturer
IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and fun to operate.However, any power mower must be operated properly tobe safe. It is
20OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly.PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TE
21OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS:1. Parking brake must be on, and blade drive disengaged.2. Move throttle control to choke position if
22OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS:In order to achieve optimum performance when side dischargingthe grass clippings, please read
23OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSGRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut
24OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT:Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally differentmowing approach than w
25OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued):6. Keep the Underside Of The Mower Deck Clean.Remove all grass and dirt build-up
26OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT:In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grasscatching attachment, pl
27OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A GRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT(continued):7. Operate the mower at a slower ground speed thanwhen mowing without a gras
28CARE AND MAINTENANCECAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONBefBefBefBefBefore perfore perfore perfore perfore perforororororming anming anming anming an
29CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information of the engine,please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished b
3INDEXPageSafety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30CARE AND MAINTENANCECUTTER BLADE MAINTENANCE:CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key forsafety. Wear heavy, thick gloves whenholding onto cutte
31CARE AND MAINTENANCEBELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found to be inpoor condition.BELT TENSION: Transaxle Drive Belt: P/N 765
32CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PRCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and check tirepressures to insure correct stance. Tires
33CARE AND MAINTENANCEDECK REMOVAL:1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removed fromidler pull
34CARE AND MAINTENANCECHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The Dapco oil drain valve is located on the leftside of the engine crankcase.2. Place a suitable co
35CARE AND MAINTENANCEOIL FILL:1. Clean any spilled oil from engine and chassis.3. Refill engine with type, and quantity of oilrecommended by the engi
36CARE AND MAINTENANCEDRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS:Due to both the complex nature of the transmissionand the number of special tools required for service,
37CARE AND MAINTENANCEREAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT:Proper tension for the rear chains is accomplishedthrough the use of an automatic adjuster locatedat mid
38CARE AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (5) grease zerksLOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster(1) each mower deck hubSERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50 ho
39CARE AND MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.
4RIDING LAWN MOWERS,IF IMPROPERLY OPERATED, CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander...read
401. ENGINE WONT TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage bladesParking brake not on- - - - - - - - - - -
41TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WONT MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltTra
42STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBlades: P/N 8688 (Standard/Hi-Lift)P/N 6236 (Lo-Lift)Belts: Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 7725Engine to Transmission - P/N 2
43OWNERINFORMATIONDate Purchased _________________________________Mower Model Number ____________________________Mower Serial Number _________________
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5Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol,BE ALERT to the potential for injury.DANGER(highlighted in red)indicates an imminently hazardoussituation
6Failure to observe the following safetyinstructions could result in serious injury or death.GENERAL OPERATION:Read, understand, and follow all instr
7GENERAL OPERATION (continued):Turn off blades when not mowing.Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.Mow only in daylight o
8SLOPE OPERATION:Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-overaccidents, which can result in severe injury or death.All slopes req
9CHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowersand the mowing activ
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