Dixon SpeedZTR 966494901 - Manual (Page 38)

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WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust system,
become very hot during operation. Risk
for burns if touched. Allow engine and
exhaust system to cool at least two (2)
minutes.
EZT Belt
To replace EZT belt
Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the park
brake.
EZT belt removal
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fan blades on
the EZT as this can affect cooling or damage the EZT.
Remove the deck belt (see 1. To Replace Deck Belt
in this section of the manual).
Create slack in the belt by pushing the spring
2.
loaded idler arm inward. Rotate arm to release
belt tension.
The belt should now be able to be removed from
3.
the engine pulley and EZT pulleys.
Belt installation
Wrap the EZT belt around the EZT pulleys. 1.
Route the belt around the inside of the idler pulley. 2.
Wrap the belt around the engine pulley. 3.
Cutting Blades
In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important
that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks
should be replaced.
Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting
obstacles that result in a breakdown. Let the service
workshop decide whether the blade can be repaired/
ground or must be replaced.
Balance the blades after sharpening.
Check the blade mounts.
Blade replacement
Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise. 1.
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped 2.
“GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass
(down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter
housing.
Install and tighten blade bolt securely.
3.
Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft/lbs (60-75 Nm). 4.
WARNING!
Blades are sharp. Protect your hands
with gloves and/or wrap blades with a
heavy cloth when handling.
The sharpening of blades should be
carried out by an authorized service
workshop.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special blade bolt is heat treated.
Replace with a Dixon bolt if required.
Do not use lower grade hardware than
specified.
8052-007
1. Blade
2. Cutter housing
3. Blade bolt (special)
Blade attachment