Operation instructions, Towing trailers and other attachments – Dixon SilverTip ZTR 72 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 500
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) valves. Never attempt to move the
valves with the engine running.
The hydro release valves are located beneath the seat on the
top of the hydro pumps on each side of the machine. To unlock
the transmission, lift the seat , rotate the transmission hex valve
located on the top of each transmission approximately two full
turns counter-clockwise.
To re-engage the transmission, rotate each transmission hex
valve clockwise to the end of its travel. Return the seat to the
operating position.
Note:
Before pushing or towing the tractor, the transmission
must be unlocked and the parking brake released.
The tractor should never be pulled more than two
miles per hour or for any appreciable distance.