Dixon 301 User Manual
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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. Never run the engine indoors; the fumes are dangerous.
12. Before backing your Dixon mower, stop, turn around, and
look.
13. Gasoline fumes are explosive; use only approved gasoline
containers to store small amount of fuel. No special oil/gas
mixtures are needed for your Dixon mower.
14. If the mower should start vibrating, stop the engine
immediately and check for damage or loose parts. Vibration
is usually the warning of trouble.
15. Never lift lawn mower by the body; lift only by the frame.
ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING
IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Dixon ZTR mowers offer a new concept in mowing, providing
unique maneuverability and ease. The following procedures will
allow one to become familiar with the unique method of control
very easily.
1. SET PARKING BRAKE — Be sure that drive levers are free.
(When drive levers are released, they will return to neutral
position.)
2. Move "Blade Operation" lever to "Disengage" position. ..
Engine will not start when blades are engaged.
3. Move throttle control to "Choke" position.
4. To start models with electric starting, simply insert ignition key
and turn to the far right position. When the engine starts,
release the ignition key and it will remain in the "RUN"
position. To stop the engine simply turn the key to the "OFF"
position.
To start manual start models, turn switch to "RUN" position. A
sharp pull will start the engine. Release the start-