Dixon 422 - Manual (Page 3)

SERIAL NUMBERS
The lawn mower has three serial numbers:
Mower Number — Located on frame at right rear transaxle mount. Transaxle Number — Located on transaxle.
Engine Number — Located on engine. When referring to serial number on Warranty Registration, etc., use Mower
Serial Number located on frame.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE MOWING
1. Read these safety instructions and
engine manufacturer's operating and
maintenance instructions that are
furnished with the mower.
2. Discuss proper maintenance with your
Dixon dealer, to save money and prevent
injury. Consult your dealer before
removing any parts.
3..Don't allow anyone to operate your
Dixon mower without proper instruction.
Young children should never be allowed
to operate any power mower, riding or
walking.
4. Before mowing, pick up all debris —
particulary stones and sharp objects.
5. Before starting the engine, make sure
the gas cap is in place.
DURING MOWER OPERATION
1. The revolutionary Dixon mower attracts
many admiring neighbors. But when
mowing, all persons — especially
children — and pets should be cleared
from the mowing area.
2. Wear appropriate, safe clothing when
mowing — close-fitting jeans or slacks
and heavy leather or safety shoes with
rough soles. Never use any kind of
mower with bare feet or open sandals,
not even an old push-type model!
3. When grass is wet or slippery, do not use
any riding mower.
4. Always mow at the slowest speed that
will cut satjsfactorily.
5. Keep hands and feet away from the
blade at afl times.
6. Although the Dixon mower is equipped
with a missile
deflector which directs downwards all blade -
propelled objects, keep persons clear of the
discharge chute. Do not operate mower unless
deflector is in place.
7. Use extreme caution when mowing hills or
slopes with any mower.
8. Always disengage blades before taking the
mower 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 en gine when
operator leaves the seat while blades are
engaged. Test this important safety feature
before each time mower is used. This may be
done by starting engine, engaging blades and
then rising slightly from seat. If engine does not
stop, see your dealer for necessary repair.
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.
16. Never carry passengers.
ALWAYS SET PARKING BRAKE AND DISENGAGE BLADE OPERATION BEFORE DISMOUNTING.