Dixon SPEEDZTR ZTR 44/968999538 Bedienungsanleitung

Safety InstructionsandOperator’s ManualModels ZTR®44/968999538ZTR®36/968999539ZTR®42/968999546ZTR®44/968999547SPEEDZTR™ ZTR®

10WARNINGSFIRE HAZARDSUse extra care when handling gasoline and other fuels. Theyare flammable and vapors are explosive.Store all fuel in approved con

11WARNINGSFIRE HAZARDS (continued)To prevent fire or explosion, keep sparks and open flamesaway from battery.Keep electrical connections clean and tig

12WARNINGSCHILDREN, BYSTANDERS AND PETSTragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alertto the presence of children, bystanders and pets.Childre

13WARNINGSSERVICENever run a mower inside a closed area or without properventilation.Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bolts,and

14DIXON® WARRANTS ITS ZTR® MOWERS AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIAL ANDWORKMANSHIP FOR THE PERIODS SET FORTH BELOW. THE SOLE REMEDY UNDER THISWARRANTY IS RE

Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE15SPECIFICATIONS1½" x 2" rect

Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE16SPECIFICATIONSChassis:Body:Mower Deck

Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE17SPECIFICATIONSChassis:Body:Mower Deck

Additional information may be provided elsewhere in this manual.SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE18SPECIFICATIONSChassis:Body:Mower Deck

CONTROLS19CONTROL LEVERSFor access to the seat, move control levers to neutralposition and swing them outward.TO GO FORWARD• From neutral position, ge

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon ZTR mower is both easy and fun to operate.However, any power mower must be operated properly to besafe. It is not

CONTROLS20—Fig. 2—PARK BRAKEThe park brake is designed to hold the mowerfrom moving and is not intended for use instopping the mower while it is in mo

CONTROLS2115STOPPUSHTORESETTHROTTLBLADEDRIVECHOKE15STOPPUSHTORESETBLADEDRIVE—Fig. 4—BLADE DRIVE• Located on the operator’s right.• To engage the mower

CONTROLS22MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER• Use right foot to operate deck foot pedal at right front footarea.• To raise mower deck, push forward with

23OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the SpeedZTR willdepend upon the operator having the correct knowledge ofall controls use

24OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS1. Park brake must be on, control levers in outward positionand blade drive disengaged.2. Position thrott

25OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTOWING TRAILERS AND OTHERATTACHMENTSTowing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy coulddamage the drive or cause the

26OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSThe following tests should be performed at the start of eachmowing day.PARK BRAKE SWITCH TE

27OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMSThe following tests should be performed at the start of eachmowing day.BLADE DRIVE SWITCH T

28OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENTMulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totallydifferent mowing approach than wo

29OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH A MULCHING ATTACHMENT(continued)7. Keep the underside of the mower deck clean. Removeall grass and dirt buildup fr

TABLE OF CONTENTSSpeedZTR™ 36/42/44Part Number 539 121042R1SAFETY AND WARNINGS...4-13General

30OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH AGRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENTIn order to achieve optimum performance when mowing witha grass catching attachment, plea

31OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSMOWING WITH AGRASS CATCHER ATTACHMENT (continued)7. Maintain sharp blades throughout the cutting season.Some grass catching at

32OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGSIn order to achieve optimum performance when sidedischarging the grass clippings, please read a

33OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSGRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONSDo not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut

34CARE AND MAINTENANCEBefore performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool and remove key.Use extreme care when working on machinery.Do no

35CARE AND MAINTENANCEBlades should be discardedwhen worn excessively.DANGEROUS!Do not use bladein this condition!When notch starts,discard bladeNew b

36CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINEFor complete maintenance and operating information of theengine, please refer to the maintenance instructionsfurnished by

37CARE AND MAINTENANCETIRESCorrect tire pressure is essential for efficient operation of themower. Check tire pressure periodically. Inflate tires to

38CARE AND MAINTENANCECHANGING THE ENGINE OIL1. The “Dapco” oil drain valve is located on the left side ofthe engine crankcase.2. Place a suitable con

39CARE AND MAINTENANCEBELTSCheck belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts showingsigns of wear or cracking.BELT TENSIONTransmission Drive Belt - P/N 53

SAFETY4Blade ContactTip OverRun OverBack OverPictured below are the most common causes of injury to theoperator or bystander. Please read and understa

40CARE AND MAINTENANCENEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTDrive machine until Hydrostatic Transmissions have warmedup. With engine running and the park brake off, swing

41CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and rotatecasters in the direction of forward travel. Tir

42CARE AND MAINTENANCEDECK REMOVAL1. Place cut height pedal in lowest cut position.2. Remove deck drive belt from engine pulley.3. Release spring from

43CARE AND MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMSKeep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWERWash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.Hig

44STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBLADES AND BELTS36" DeckBlade* Hi-Lift Fusion P/N 539 118672Standard Lift Fusion P/N 539 115536Standard Lift P/N 53

45TROUBLESHOOTING1. ENGINE WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - disengage bladesPark brake not on- - - - - - -

46TROUBLESHOOTING8. ENGINE STALLS WHEN BLADES ARE ENGAGEDOperator not on seat- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - sit on seatFaulty

OWNER’S INFORMATIONDate of Purchase ________________________________Mower Model Number_____________________________Mower Serial Number _______________

Dixon and ZTR®are registered trademarksof DixonDIXON401 Commerce StreetBeatrice, NE 68310SpeedZTR 36/42/44Part No. 539 121042R110/04/06 WARNING!The

SAFETY5 Safety Alert SymbolWhen you see this symbol, BE ALERTto the potential for injury.Follow the recommended safety precautions andsafe operati

6WARNINGSGENERAL OPERATIONRead, understand, and follow all instructions in this manualand on the mower before starting.In this operator’s manual, left

7WARNINGSGENERAL OPERATION (continued)Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under themachine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all tim

8WARNINGSSLOPE OPERATIONSlopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result insevere injury or death.All slo

9WARNINGSSLOPE OPERATION (continued)DO NOTDo not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turnslowly and gradually downhill, if possible. Rapid uphi