OPERATOR'S MANUAL FOR ZTR-301, 302 MOWER
IMPORTANT! 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. Your Dixon dealer will gladly provide a check-out ride, and answer any questions.
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This lawn mower is warranted for one(1) year from date of delivery against all defects in materials and workmanship. Lawn mowers used for commercial service are warranted for 30 days from date of delivery. (Lawn mowers other than those used only at residence of owner are considered as commercial service.) Each new mower is warranted against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service.
SERIAL NUMBERS The lawn mower has two serial numbers: Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE MOWING: 1. Discuss proper maintenance with your Dixon dealer, to save money and prevent injury. Consult your dealer before removing any parts. 2. Don't allow anyone to operate your Dixon mower without proper instruction. Young children should never be allowed to operate any power mower, riding or walking. 3.
across walks or objects that project above the surface. 9. When the mower is not in use, turn the engine off; never leave the engine running unattended. Your Dixon mower is equipped with a weight-sensitive switch that kills the engine when operator leaves the seat while blades are engaged. 10. Before adjusting your mower or adding fuel, turn the engine off. Let it cool, and disconnect the spark plug so the engine cannot start by accident. Be sure all moving parts are stopped. 11.
ing rope as soon as engine starts. To stop engine turn key to "OFF" position. 5. Set engine to desired speed by adjusting throttle control. (Suggest set at slow speed during initial operation.) 6. NOTE SAFETY FEATURE: Engine stops automatically if operator leaves seat while blades are engaged. 7. This unit is equipped with a unique transaxle that requires only two drive levers to control braking, turning, direction and acceleration.
ALWAYS DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING. 9. Parking Brake: Parking brake is hand operated and is located at right-hand side of mower. To disengage move lever forward. To engage brake pull lever to the rear. Always set parking brake before dismounting. Be sure that parking brake is disengaged before moving mower. MAINTENANCE PRE-STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Fill fuel tank with a good grade of regular gasoline. Do not mix oil with gasoline. 2. Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug. 3.
BODY REMOVAL FOR ZTR-301 / 302 1. Disconnect throttle cable from engine by loosening clamp on engine and disconnecting cable. 2. Disconnect two (2) switch loom plugs, one going to engine wires and one going to frame wire loom. Plugs are located back of transaxle mount. 3. Remove four (4) control lever bolts and remove upper control levers. 4. Remove engaging handle by removing bolt and nut under handle. 5. Remove four (4) attach bolts on floor. 6. Remove two (2) sheet metal screws from transaxle mount.
SPARE PARTS See your dealer for ordering spare parts or warranty service. REMOVING AND REINSTALLING MOWER DECK 1. Remove engaging handle by removing bolt and nut under handle. 2. Disconnect mower deck wire loom from frame wire loom. 3. Loosen belt keeper located under engine by loosening two (2) rear engine mount bolts to allow mower deck drive belt to come free of rear pulley. Retighten belt keeper. 4.
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OWNER INFORMATION
Dixon and ZTR are the trademarks of Form No. 1449-177 Dixon Industries, Inc., Box 494, Coffeyville, Kansas 67337 LITHO IN U.S.A.
