Dixon 61935-0603 Manuel d'utilisateur

Model Year 2004Model Year 2004Model Year 2004Model Year 2004Model Year 2004ZTR®Model 2560Model 2560Model 2560Model 2560Model 2560

10SAFETYCHILDREN:Tragic accidents can occur if the operator isnot alert to the presence of children.Children are attracted to lawn mowersand the mowin

11SERVICE:•Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They areflammable and vapors are explosive.Use only an approved container.Never remove

12SERVICE (continued):•Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaustfumes are toxic.•Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment bol

13DIXON LIMITED WARRANTY POLICYPro Models 1950 ~ 2300 ~ 2560DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS ANDWORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FO

14SPECIFICATIONSModel 2560CHASSIS: Folded sheet metal and rectangular tubeBODY: Folded sheet metalSEAT: Designed for operator comfort with suspension

15SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONSModel 25601. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move it intoadjustment position.2. Slide seat forward or backward.3. Release

16CONTROLS

17CONTROLSCONTROL LEVERSNote: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position andswing them outward.TO GO FORWARD:•From neutral positi

18CONTROLSCHOKE CONTROL LEVER:•Located on control panel to operator’s right.•Used to start a cold engine.THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:•Located on contol pan

19CONTROLSBLADE DRIVE:Located on control panel, on operator's right.To engage blades: Pull up on the switch.To disengage blades: Push down.MOWE

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLYThe Dixon® ZTR® Mower is both easy and funto operate. However, any power mower mustbe operated properly to be safe. It is

20OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSThe safe and successful operation of the ZTRModel 2560 will depend upon the operator havingthe correct knowledge of all contro

21BEFORE OPERATING MOWER:1. Read and observe all safety instructions onyour mower and in the manual.2. Read engine manufacturer’s operating andmainten

22OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTESTING OF SAFETY INTERLOCKSYSTEMS:Do not operate mower if safety switches are not operatingproperly.Your Zero Turning Radius

23OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSBLADE DRIVE SWITCH TEST(ELECTRIC CLUTCH):1. With the electric blade drive switch turned on andthe parking brake in “ON” positi

24OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS (cold engine):1. Pull choke control lever up.2. Push throttle control lever to 1/2 setting.3. Insert ign

25OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSSTARTING INSTRUCTIONS (engine has been operated):1. Move throttle control lever to 1/4 to 1/2 setting.2. Insert ignition key

26OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSIn order to achieve optimum cutting performance,please read and follow the tips listed below. Additionalinformation can be fo

27GRASS HEIGHT AND CUTTING SUGGESTIONS:Do not attempt to cut grass when it is wet.If the grass is tall, place the mower deck cut heightlever in the to

28OPERATION INSTRUCTIONSTO FREE WHEEL MACHINE(UNLOCK TRANSMISSION):Always turn off engine before engaging or disengag-ing the hydro release (free whee

29CARE AND MAINTENANCECAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONCAUTIONBefore performing any maintenance, turn off engine,allow to cool, remove key & disconnect

3INDEXPageSafety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30CARE AND MAINTENANCEENGINE:For complete maintenance and operating information of theengine, please refer to the maintenance instructions furnished b

31CARE AND MAINTENANCECAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety.Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto cutterblade, avoid the sharp e

32CARE AND MAINTENANCELUBRICATION:1.Engine: Follow engine manufacturer’s recommenda-tion.2.Deck spindles: Lubricate with 3 “shots” only, every100 ho

33CARE AND MAINTENANCEELECTRICAL SYSTEMS:Keep all connections clean and tight.CLEANING THE MOWER:Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below thede

34CARE AND MAINTENANCEHYDROSTAT OIL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE:Check the oil level in hydrostatic transmisison oil reser-voir after every 25 hours of usage

35A.Move cut height adjustment lever to lowestposition.B. Flip up the foot deck to allow access to the en-gine to deck drive belt. Roll the engine to

36CARE AND MAINTENANCEMOWER SHOWN IN OPERATION POSITION

37MOWER SHOWN IN SERVICING POSITIONCARE AND MAINTENANCE

38CARE AND MAINTENANCELEVELING THE DECK:1. Set the tire pressure on all 4 tires.2. Front casters must be rotated in the direction offorward travel.3.

39STANDARD SERVICE PARTS LISTMODEL ZTR 2560:Blades 60”Hi-Lift (Standard)-P/N 12421Low-lift-P/N 12451Gator-P/N 12508BeltsEngine to Mower Deck Belt-P/N

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 bladesBlown fuse- - - -

41TROUBLESHOOTING6. ENGINE OVERHEATEDAir intake screen or fins clogged- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -clean intake screen and finsOil level too

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 unclog-ging chute.•Mow only in daylight

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

9DO (CONTINUED)•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction,disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.•If front wheels