Dixon 4000 Series - Manual (Page 19)

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
THE
DIXON
ZTR
REQUIRES
ONLY
TWO
DRIVE
LEVERS TO CONTROL
BRAKING,
TURNING, SPEED AND DIRECTION.
On initial operation, set throttle speed on slow and operate with mower blade "OFF".
To avoid "over-controlling" the mower, use a light touch on the drive levers.
Slight movements using fingertip control is all that is necessary.
CAUTION Engage parking brake before starting
engine.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Parking brake must be on, and blade drive
disengaged.
2. Move throttle control to "Choke" position if engine is
cold, full throttle if warm.
3. Insert ignition key and turn to "Start" position.
When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return
to "Run" position.
4. Move throttle from "Choke" to desired speed position.
5. Release parking brake.
NOTE: While mowing, "blade[s] engaged", throttle
control should be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open
setting to insure adequate cooling of the engine and to
maintain mower deck blade speed.
Engine cannot be restarted when blade drive is engaged
or the parking brake is off.
Safety switches stop engine when operator leaves seat
while mower blade is engaged.
Always turn engine off when leaving mower. DO NOT
rely on safety switches.
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