Towing, Unlock transmission, Operation instructions – Dixon GRIZZLY 52 KOH/968999588 User Manual
Page 38: Towing trailers and other attachments
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 (113 kg) or less with this mower.
To Free Wheel Machine
(Unlock Transmission)
When pushing or pulling the mower, be sure to engage the hydro
release levers. Always turn off engine before engaging or
disengaging the hydro release (free wheel) lever. Never attempt to
move the lever with the engine running.
1. Raise the deck to the
highest cutting position.
2. The hydro release valves
are located behind the seat,
on the front side of the
hydro pumps.
3. To access the release
valves, lift the seat frame
assembly.
4. With a
5
/
8
" wrench, rotate
bolt counter-clockwise two
full turns to disengage
pump.
5. Repeat procedure for
opposite pump.
6. To engage, rotate each
pump bolt clockwise until bolt is snug.
NOTE: Before pushing or towing tractor, transmission must be
unlocked and park brake released. The tractor should
never be pulled at more than 2 miles per hour (3.2 km/h)
or for distances over ¼ mile (.402 km). Trailer the unit for
distances over ¼ mile.
Freewheel
Valve