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Operation instructions – Dixon Black Bear 11249-0605 User Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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TOWING TRAILERS AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS:

Towing a trailer or other attachment that is too heavy could
damage the drive or cause the mower to become unstable.
Limit loads to 250 pounds or less with this mower.

TO FREE WHEEL MACHINE (Unlock Transmission):

Always turn off engine before engaging or disengaging the
hydro release (free wheel) lever. Never attempt to move the
lever with the engine running.

The hydro release valves are located below the seat, on the
front side of the hydro pumps. To access the release valves,
lift the seat frame assembly, use a 5/8” wrench to rotate bolt
counter-clockwise two full turns to disengage pump. Repeat
procedure for opposite pump. To engage, rotate each pump
bolt clockwise until bolt is snug.

NOTE: Before pushing or towing tractor, transmission must be

unlocked and parking brake released. The tractor
should never be pulled at more than 2 miles per hour or
for any appreciable distance.