Dixon 13087-0400 manual

4000 SERIES ZTR ® MOWERS Operator's Manual 2001[...]

The Dixon ® ZTR ® M o wer is both easy and fun to operate. Ho w ever , any pow er mo w er must be operated pr operly to be safe. I t is not a to y or a r ecr eational v ehicle. Befor e you start to use the mower: r ead the operator's manual car efully , and become completely familiar with the controls. The information in this operator's[...]

Page 3 INDEX SAFETY ............................................................ P ages 4 - 9 W ARRANTY POLICY ...................................... P age 10 SPECIFICA TIONS ........................................... P age 11 SEA T ADJUSTMENT ...................................... P age 12 CONTR OLS ...............................................[...]

Page 4 RIDING L A WNMO WERS, IF IMPROP ERL Y OPERA TED, CAN CA USE SERIOUS INJUR Y OR DEA TH The most common causes of injur y to the operator or bystander ... ...read and understand this manual to pr event injuries. SAFET Y BLADE CONTACT RUN-OVER BACK-OVER TIP-OVER[...]

Page 5 SAFETY SYM BOLS C aution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may r esult in minor or moderate injur y . I t may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. SAFET Y Safety Alert Symbol When you see this symbol, BE ALER T to the potential for injur y . F ollo w r ecommended safety precautions and safe operati[...]

Page 6 SAFET Y This cutting mow er is capable of amputating hands & feet, and throwing objects. F ailure to observe the following safety instructions could r esult in serious injur y or death. W ARNING : The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive [...]

Page 7 SL OPE OP ERA TION: Slopes ar e a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-o ver accidents, which can result in sever e injur y or death. A ll slopes r equire extra caution. I f you cannot back up the slope or if y ou feel uneasy on it, do not mo w it! SAFET Y DO Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down. Remove obst[...]

Page 8 T ragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aler t to the presence of childr en. Children ar e attracted to lawn mow ers and the mo wing activity. NEVER assume childr en will stay wher e they w er e last seen. Be alert to avoid accidents. • Keep childr en out of the mowing ar ea and under the watchful care of another r esponsible ad[...]

Page 9 SER VICE: SAFET Y • Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive. Use only an approved container. Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke. Never refuel the mower indoors. Never store the mower or fuel container inside a[...]

Page 10 DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. a BLOUNT company AIRPORT INDUSTRIAL PARK PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117 Blue/Customer Yellow/Dealer White/Dixon Ind. DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY - 3000 & 4000 SERIES WARRANTY: Home Owner Application: This Dixon Warranty term is for a period of two (2) years from date of purch[...]

Page 11 SP ECIFICA TIONS M odels ZTR 4423 CHASSIS: Twin 12 gauge side frames and 7 gauge transmission and engine base plate. BODY: All body parts are made of high density polyethylene. Dent and corrosion resistant. Front body contains access panel for battery service. MOWER DECK: 13 GA stamped steel construction. (3) blades combine for a 42" c[...]

Page 12 1. Place parking brake in ON position. (Pull brake lever up) 2. Raise and push seat assembly forward. 3. Loosen five nuts, P/N 3205, and slide seat forward or backward to desired position. Retighten nuts, P/N 3205. DO NO T operate mow er without seat adjustments properly tightened. 4 Raise and push seat assembly and upper body rearward to c[...]

Page 13 CONTR OLS 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. TRANSMISSION DRIVE SYSTEM : Allows the mower to turn on its own axis "Zero Turning Radius" Each lever controls one side of the mower. NOTE: The pressure required to operate t[...]

Page 14 CONTR OLS TO GO FORWARD: From neutral position, gently push both drive levers forward. To increase speed, move levers farther forward. TO GO BACKWARD: From neutral position, gently pull both drive levers toward you. TURNING: Turning is controlled by moving one drive lever slightly forward or rearward of the other. To turn left, move left le[...]

Page 15 CONTR OLS MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER: Located to the left of operator. Controls the cutting height. Seven positions of adjustment. Move lever in and forward to lower. Move lever in and back to raise. NOTE: Always use high for transport. CIRCUIT BREAKER: Protection of the electrical system is by (1) 15 amp circuit breaker. If circuit b[...]

Page 16 OP ERA TION INSTR UCTIONS Safe and successful operation 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, "[...]

Page 17 OPERA TION INSTR UCTIONS If Any Safety Check FAILS: Do Not Operate The Mower until the system has been checked and repaired by an Authorized Dixon ZTR Dealer P ARKING BRAKE SWIT CH TEST : a)Place P arking B rake in OFF position b)T urn ignition switch to ST AR T E ngine should not turn over or attempt to start. BLADE DRIVE SWIT CH TEST : a)[...]

Page 18 OPERA TION INSTR UCTIONS ST AR TING INSTR UCTIONS: 1. P arking brake must be on, and blade dr ive disengaged. 2. M ove throttle contr ol to "Choke" position if engine is cold, full throttle if warm. 3. Insert ignition key and turn to "S tart" position. When engine starts, release ignition key . Key will return to "R[...]

Page 19 OPERA TION INSTR UCTIONS MO WING WITH A MUL CHING A T T A CHMENT : Mulching or recycling the grass clippings requires a totally different mowing approach than would be normal when side discharging or bagging the grass. There may be instances or conditions where it is not possible to hide all of the recycled or mulched clippings. In order to[...]

Page 20 OPERA TION INSTR UCTIONS MO WING WITH A GRASS CA T CHER A T T A CHMENT : In order to achieve optimum performance when mowing with a grass catching attachment, please read and follow the tips listed below. 1. Some applications may require installation of an optional weight box on the front of the mower to offset cut grass weight. 2. Set engi[...]

Page 21 OPERA TION INSTR UCTIONS SIDE DISCHARGE OF THE CLIPPINGS: In order to achieve optimum performance when side discharging the grass clippings, please read and follow the tips listed below. Additional information can be found in the troubleshooting guide. 1. Set engine speed control to the wide open or full setting. 2. Do Not Attempt To Cut Gr[...]

Page 22 ENGINE: For engine operating and maintenance information, refer to the engine operating and maintenance instructions furnished by the engine manufacturer, supplied with each mower. BATTERY: Check the fluid in the battery at frequent intervals. Keep fluid level above the plates in each cell, using distilled water. OFF-SEASON BATTERY STORAGE:[...]

Page 23 CUT TER BLADE MAINTENANCE : NO TE: Obser ve proper blade position prior to r emoval. 1. Safely raise front of mo w er . 2. Hold or block blade fr om turning. 3. Loosen blade nut and remo ve blade. 4. When replacing blade, tighten blade nut secur ely . Refer to diagram. CA UTION CARE AND MAINTENANCE W ear heavy , thick gloves when holding on[...]

Page 24 CARE AND MAINTENANCE BEL T TENSION TRANSAXLE DRIVE BEL T : P/N 7650 N o adjustment r equired. ENGINE T O MO WER DECK BEL T : P/N 7725 N o adjustment r equired. Corr ect belt tension is maintained through a fix ed engine location and a spring loaded idler system. A pulsing movement of the belt idler will be observed both during engagement of[...]

Page 25 CARE AND MAINTENANCE MO WER DECK LEVELING PROCEDURE: 1. Place mower on a smooth, level surface and check tire pressures to insure correct stance. Tires should be inflated as follows: Front: 16 - 21 lbs Rear: 8 - 14 lbs 2. Turn each outer blade tip to align with the deck in a side to side manner. 3. Measure from the floor surface up to the b[...]

Page 26 DECK REMO V AL: 1. Place cut height lever in lowest cut position. 2. Pull belt idler back to allow belt to be removed from idler pulley and electric clutch pulley. 3. Remove hair pin cotter and washer from one end of deck support cross shaft. Note location of remaining shim washers used between chassis and mower deck plates. Slide shaft fro[...]

Page 27 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CA UTION HO T oil may cause burns. Allow engine to cool befor e draining oil. CHANGING THE ENGINE OIL: •Replace filter each time the oil is changed. •These filters can be obtained from your authorized Briggs & Stratton engine dealer (P/N 492 932). •The use of any other oil filter may cause damage to the engine[...]

Page 28 PLEASE DISPOSE OF USED OILS A T PROPER C OLLECTION CENTERS. PRO TECT YOUR ENVIRONMENT CARE AND MAINTENANCE CHASSIS: Number of grease zerks used: (7) LOCATIONS: (1) each front wheel caster and each front wheel hub. (1) each mower deck SERVICE INTERVALS: Every 50 hours of operation. RECOMMENDED GREASE: Name brand wheel bearing or multi-purpos[...]

Page 29 DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENTS: Due to both the complex natur e of the transmission and the number of special tools r equir ed for ser vice, adjustments should be entrusted to your dealer . Ther e ar e a number of simple owner service items which greatly influence the performance of the drive system. 1. F ront and r ear tir es must be inflated to[...]

Page 30 CARE AND MAINTENANCE WHEELS AND TIRES: Correct tire pressure is important for correct operation of mower. Front Tires 11 X 4.00 X 5 16-21 lbs. PSI Rear Tires 18 X 9.50 X 8 8-14 lbs. PSI NOTE: Check lug nuts periodically for tightness. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Keep all connections clean and tight. CLEANING THE MOWER: Wash mower periodically. Clea[...]

Page 31 ST ANDARD SER VICE P AR TS LIST BLADES: Lo-Lift: P/N 6236 S tandar d Hi-Lift: P/N 8688 BEL TS: Engine T o M ower Deck: P/N 7725 Serpentine Belt: P/N 6109 Engine T o T ransmission: P/N 2497 BRIGGS & STRA T T ON FIL TER P AR T NUMBERS: Please r efer to Briggs & S tratton Engine Operators Manual for corr ect ser vice inter vals for eng[...]

Page 32 SITUATION CAUSES REMEDY Poor cut quality Ground speed too fast Reduce mowing speed Poor cut quality Incorrect engine to Install correct belt P/N 7725 mower deck belt Poor cut quality Engine RPM too low Increase engine RPM to maximum Poor cut quality Dull or bent blade Sharpen or replace as required Poor cut quality Un-level mower deck Refer[...]

Page 33 SITU A TION CA USES REMED Y M ower pulls to one Driv e adjustment Consult your dealer for r epair side or the other P oor driving O peration of mower Review operators section performance of owners manual DRIVE SYSTEM: TR OUBLESHOO TING[...]

Page 34 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Starter will not turn engine over Starter will not turn engine over Battery discharge Battery discharge Battery discharge TR OUBLESHOO TING Push button to reset Consult your dealer for repair Charge battery Tighten or replace as required Have electrical system checked by your dealer Increase engine RPM Contact your dealer[...]

DATE PURCHASED MOWER MODEL NUMBER MOWER SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASED FROM O WNER INFORMA TION DATE OIL CHANGED: DATE ENGINE TUNED: DM- Address Name DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 FAX 316 251 4117[...]

DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC. A BLOUNT International Inc. Co. PO BOX 1569 COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945 316 251 2000 4423 Part No. 13087-0400 4000 Series The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. W ARNING: Dixon ® and ZTR ® are registered trademarks of [...]