ZTR®OPERATOR’S MANUAL ZEETER® CLASSIC2002
10SERVICE:•Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never remo
11SERVICE (continued):•Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust fumes are toxic.•Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bo
12DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.a BLOUNT companyAirport Industrial ParkP.O. Box 1569Coffeyville, Ks 67337- 0945620-251-2000Fax 620-251-4117DIXON LIMITED WARRA
13SPECIFICATIONSModel ZEETER ClassicCHASSIS: 11 GA welded rectangular tubingBODY: All body parts made of high density polyethylene. Dentand corrosion
14SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSModel ZEETER Classic1. Raise and push seat assembly forward.2. Loosen seat adjustment knobs and slideseat forward or bac
15CONTROLSThe Dixon ZTR has a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers tocontrol braking, turning, speed and direction.On initial operatio
16CONTROLSCONTROL LEVERSTO GO FORWARD:•From neutral position, gently push both control levers forward.•To increase speed, move levers further forward.
17CONTROLSBLADE DRIVE:•Located on the control panel, on the operator’s right.•To engage the mower blades, pull up on the switch.•To disengage mower
18OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of theZEETER Classic mower will depend upon theoperator having the correct knowledge ofall c
19OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSBEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read and observe all safety instructions onyour mower 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 to besafe. It is
20OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operating properly.BLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST
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:As a rule of thumb, never cut off more than 1/3 of thetotal grass blade length.Correct mo
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 f
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 speedthan when 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 for safety.Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding ontocutter
31CARE AND MAINTENANCEBELTS:Check belts every 50 hours. Replace any belts found tobe in poor condition.BELT TENSION: Transaxle Drive Belt: P/N 168
32CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER DECK LEVELING PRCEDURE:1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and checktire pressures to insure correct stance. Tiress
33CARE AND MAINTENANCEDECK REMOVAL:1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position.2. Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removedfrom idler pull
34Hex Head Valve StemHOT oil may cause burns. Allowengine to cool before draining oil.CAUTIONCARE AND MAINTENANCECHANGING THE ENGINE OIL:1. The “Dapc
35CARE AND MAINTENANCEDRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS:Due to both the complex nature of the transmissionand the number of special tools required for service,
36CARE AND MAINTENANCEREAR CHAIN ADJUSTMENT:To adjust the rear drive chains on the Zeeter Classic,tighten the nut on top of the spring on each side of
37CARE AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION:CHASSIS: (7) grease zerks usedLOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster & front wheel hub(1) each mower deck h
38CARE AND MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.
39STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTBlades: P/N 8688 (Standard/Hi-Lift)P/N 6236 (Lo-Lift)Belts: Engine to Mower Deck - P/N 6111Engine to Transmission - P/N 1
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 WON’T TURN OVERMower blades engaged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -disengage bladesCircuit Breaker Trips- - - - - - - - - - -
41TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE RUNS BUT MOWER WON’T MOVE FORWARDDrive belt broken or slipping- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - replace drive beltBad
42NOTES
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
9SAFETYCHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowersand the mowing
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