Dixie Chopper Magnum Eagle User manual

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Magnum Eagle Owner’s Manual
January, 2010700160

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About This Manual
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the mower. It must be available to all of the
operators and/or person(s) servicing the mower. Should the mower be resold, this manual must remain
with the mower.
All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time of
publication. Dixie Chopper reserves the right to change, modify, and/or discontinue specifications and/
or design without notice. If there is a change that has been made to your mower which is not shown
or reflected in this manual, please see your authorized Dixie Chopper mower dealer before operating
and/or servicing the equipment.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dixie Chopper mower. We at Dixie Chopper are confi-
dent that this mower will provide you with years of excellent performance, durability, and trouble-free
service when operated and maintained as directed in this manual.
Should you ever have any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, or safety of your mower,
please contact your authorized Dixie Chopper mower dealer who has been specially trained on opera-
tion and service of Dixie Chopper mowers.
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an authorized Dixie Chopper mower dealer with questions.
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Table of Contents
Mower Safety 2
Using This Manual 5
General Safety Precautions 6
Specifications 9
Controls and Indicators 14
Start-Up and Operation of Mower 15
Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repairs 20
Fluid Recommendations 24
Belt Routing/Lubrication Diagrams 25
Routine Maintenance 26
Troubleshooting 27
Lubrication Points 30
Warranty 32

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Read the Manual
The operator’s manual contains important safety information
you need to be aware of BEFORE you operate your unit as
well as DURING operation.
Safe operating techniques, an explanation of the product’s
features and controls, and maintenance information is
included to help you get the most out of your equipment
investment.
Be sure to completely read the General Safety Precaution
section, found in this manual. Also completely read the Start
Up and Operating section.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur with children. Do not allow them
anywhere near the area of operation. Children are often
attracted to the unit and mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them. If there is a
risk that children may enter the area where you are mowing,
have another responsible adult watch them.
Slope Operation
Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a
slope that is too steep where you do not have adequate wheel
traction (and control) can cause sliding, loss of
steering, control, and possible rollover. You should not
operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot rise over a 20 foot
length (15 degrees).
Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintain
traction on the wheels) and avoid sudden turns or rapid speed
changes. Reduce speed and use extreme caution on ALL
slopes.
Also, note that the surface condition you are on can greatly
impact your ability to safely operate this machine. Operating on
wet or slippery slopes can cause sliding and loss of
steering and control. Do not operate on slopes that are
slippery, wet, or have soft soil conditions.
If you feel unsure about operating the unit on a slope, don’t do
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Thrown Objects
This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw
debris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure to clean up the
area to be mowed and remove objects that could be thrown by the blade
BEFORE you start mowing.
This mower is equipped with an Operator Controlled Discharge Chute
(OCDC). Do not operate mower if OCDC is not properly attached. This
discharge chute has a variable adjustment from fully open to fully closed.
In the closed position it will serve to keep some of the clipped material
under the mower deck for a longer period of time, in order to enhance the
mulching capabilities, as well as function as a discharge safety shield.
This discharge chute should ALWAYS BE OPERATED IN THE DOWN
POSITION WHEN MOWING WHILE PEOPLE ARE PRESENT IN THE
IMMEDIATE VICINITY.
Do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is running! If someone does
enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.
Moving Parts
This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you
or someone else. However, if you stay in the operator zone
(stay seated in the seat), and follow the safety rules in this
operator’s manual, the unit is safe to operate.
The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can am-
putate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the unit
while it is running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and
switches) in place and working.
To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is
equipped with an operator-presence control system. Do
NOT attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer
immediately if the system does not pass all the safety inter-
lock system tests found in this manual.
Roll Bar Use
Keep the roll bar in the raised position and fasten the seat
belt. There is no roll-over protection when the roll bar is in
the down position! Do not jump off if the mower tips (it is
safer to be secured by the seat belt with the roll bar raised).
Lower the roll bar only when necessary (such as to tempo-
rarily clear a low overhanging obstacle) and NEVER remove
it. Do NOT use the seat belt when the roll bar is down.
Raise the roll bar as soon as clearance permits.

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Retaining Walls, Drop-offs, and Water
Retaining walls and drop-offs around steps and water are
a common hazard. Give yourself a minimum of two mower
widths of clearance around these hazards and hand-trim with
a walk-behind mower or string trimmer. Wheels dropping
over retaining walls, edges, ditches, embankments, or into
water can cause rollovers, which may result in serious injury,
death, or drowning.
Overhead Obstacles
Check for overhead clearances before driving under any
objects. Do not allow the roll bar to contact low overhanging
obstacles such as tree branches and guide wires.
Fuel and Maintenance
Always disengage all drives, shut off the engine, and remove
the key before doing any cleaning, refueling, or servicing.
Gasoline and vapors are extremely flammable. Do not
smoke while operating or refueling. Do not add fuel while
engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool for at least 3
minutes prior to adding fuel.
Do not add fuel indoors, in an enclosed trailer, garage, or
any other enclosed area that is not well ventilated. Gasoline
spills should be cleaned up promptly and before operation
begins.
Gasoline should be stored only in sealed containers ap-
proved for fuel.
Proper maintenance is critical to the safety and performance
of your unit. Keep the unit free of grass, leaves, and excess
oil. Be sure to perform the maintenance procedures listed in
this manual, especially periodically testing the safety system.
Enclosed Areas
Only operate this unit outdoors and away from unventilated
areas such as inside garages or enclosed trailers. The en-
gine emits poisonous carbon monoxide gas, and prolonged
exposure in an enclosed area can result in serious injury or
death.

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The general operation, adjustment, and maintenance procedures contained in this manual are meant
for both the beginner and the experienced Dixie Chopper operator. Obviously, operating conditions
will vary greatly for each person’s situation; every individual case cannot be addressed here. With ex-
perience, operators should have no trouble developing good operating skills for the safe and effective
handling of most conditions.
Unless otherwise stated, the directional references used in this manual, forward, backward, right or
left, refer to an operator orientation of being seated on the mower, facing forward.
Illustrations and photographs used in this manual were current at the time of the printing of the man-
ual. However, production changes may have occurred after the time of the purchase of your Dixie
Chopper; therefore, your unit may vary slightly from what is depicted in this manual.
Dixie Chopper reserves the right to change, modify, alter, or improve the design of the machine, as
deemed necessary by Dixie Chopper, without notification to existing owners or purchasers of the
machines. If your machine does not appear to be configured exactly as reflected in this operation
manual, or the parts manual, contact your authorized Dixie Chopper dealer for current information
and parts.
Using This Manual

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1. Know the location and function of the controls and how to operate them. Know how to stop quickly.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONS FURNISHED
WITH ATTACHMENTS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MOWER.
2. Do not allow children to operate machine. Do not allow adults to operate machine without proper
instruction.
3. Do not carry passengers. Do not mow when children, pets, or others are present. The operator
is responsible for the safety of others within the vicinity of the operation of this mower.
4. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating blades or other rotating parts while engine is running.
5. Clear the work area of objects (wire, rocks, and debris of any kind) that can be picked up and
thrown by the mower, and possibly damage the equipment or cause personal injury to the operator
or bystanders.
6. Disengage all attachment clutches, set parking brake, and place steering speed control levers into neutral
lock (open) position before attempting to start engine.
7. Disengage power to attachments, stop engine, and remove ignition key before leaving the operator
position or leaving machine unattended.
8. Do not attempt to adjust or repair the mower deck, the drive system, the mower blades, or any moving
parts of the vehicle while the engine is running. You must disengage power to attachments, disengage
PTO, set parking brake, set steering control levers to neutral lock, shut off the engine, and remove key
before making any repairs or adjustments or attempting any of the following tasks:
a. Deck pitch adjustment
b. Unclogging the chute
c. Checking blade mounting bolts for proper
tightness at frequent intervals
d. Refueling
General Safety Precautions
Failure to comply can result in personal injury or death.
9. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in use.
10. Attempting to use this mower on slopes exceeding 15 degrees is not recommended. Reduce
speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious
and slow down when changing directions on slopes. DO NOT mow slopes when grass is wet.
11. Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain which can cause the vehicle to upset. Keep away
11. Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain which can cause the vehicle to upset. Keep away
from dropoffs.
from dropoffs.
12. When mowing uphill, avoid sudden stops to prevent tipping over. When mowing downhill, loss of traction
12. When mowing uphill, avoid sudden stops to prevent tipping over. When mowing downhill, loss of traction
and/or braking ability can occur. To compensate, slightly increase ground speed and make
and/or braking ability can occur. To compensate, slightly increase ground speed and make
shallow turns gradually, until tighter control is regained.
shallow turns gradually, until tighter control is regained.
13. Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a. Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
b. Limit loads to those you can safely control.
c. Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d. Use counterweights as advised in the Owner’s Manual.
14. Watch out for traffic when near to or crossing roads, and obey traffic laws. Disengage blades and
wait for them to stop before crossing gravel roads.
15. When using any attachments, never direct discharge of materials toward bystanders, nor allow anyone
near the vehicle while it is in operation.
16. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.
17. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
18. Never attempt to operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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General Safety Precautions (Continued)
19. Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.
Follow these guidelines:
a. Use approved gasoline container.
b. Place container out of reach of children.
c. Use gasoline only as a fuel, never as a cleaner.
d. Never remove cap to add gasoline to a running or hot engine, or to an engine that has not been allowed
to cool for several minutes after running.
e. Never fill fuel tank indoors.
f. Wipe up spilled gasoline.
g. Positively NO SMOKING.
h. Never store equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an
open flame or spark.
i. Always have a fire extinguisher present when using gasoline or other flammable substance.
20. Keep vehicle and attachments in good operating condition and keep safety devices, such as guards,
shields, and covers, in place and working.
21. Do not operate the mower or attachments if any guards are missing or not functioning properly.
22. Stop the mower and attachments, secure the mower, and inspect for damage after striking a foreign
object. Repair any damage before restarting and operating the equipment.
23. Do not change engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
24. Disengage power to mower deck before backing up. No mower is designed to mow in reverse,
nor can it be safely operated in reverse. Dixie Chopper’s zero turning radius eliminates the need for back-
ing up. Simply turn the mower around within its own dimension and proceed forward.
25. Do not mow with mower blades that are out of balance or have eroded airlifts and/or split
ends.
26. Use personal protective equipment when operating mower or performing maintenance, such as (but
not limited to) protection for eyes, ears, feet, and head. Do not operate or service the mower when
barefoot or wearing open-toed sandals.
27. Use caution when handling mower blades during replacement or maintenance. Wear appropriate protective
gloves and clothing and cover the sharp cutting edges of the blades. Failure to comply can result in per-
sonal injury.
28. Operate mower only in daylight or good artificial light.
29. If at all possible, do not operate mower when grass is wet.
30. Do not make sudden turns, stops, starts, reversals, or any abrupt maneuvers, especially
when negotiating slopes. The steering speed control arms are very responsive to slight movement. Rapid,
rough, or jerky manipulation of the steering speed control arms can result in damage to equipment and
personal injury.
31. Do not run the engine in an enclosure without adequate ventilation to the outside. Exhaust fumes contain
carbon monoxide which is odorless and deadly poisonous to humans. Failure to comply can result in
personal injury or death.
32. Do not work underneath the mower unless it is supported safely by jack stands with a safe working
load capacity of 1/2 ton or more, a hoist, or blocks. Failure to comply can result in personal injury or death.
33. Disconnect the spark plug wires and place the wires where they cannot contact spark plugs when setting
up, adjusting, doing repairs on, or transporting your mower. Mower can accidentally start if spark plug
wires are connected. Failure to comply can result in personal injury or death.
34. Do not touch hot parts of the mower. Failure to comply can result in personal injury.
35. Give complete and undivided attention to the job at hand.
36. Obey all safety decals.

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Safety Information Decals
The following decals are intended to alert you to potential hazards and to provide you
with important safety information. Should these decals become difficult to read or are
missing from the mower, contact your Dixe Chopper dealer for a replacement.
CAUTION
Shut off engine before refueling.
Never fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is hot.
Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting engine.
Do not smoke while refueling.
PRECAUCION
Cierre El Motor Antes De Volver A Cargar
El Tanque.
Nunca Llene El Tanque De Combustible En
Interiores O Cuando El Motor Este Caliente.
Limpie Todo Combustible Derramado Antes De
Encender El Motor.
No Fume Al Cargar Combustible.
WARRANTY TO BE USED ONLY TO COVER CORRECTION OF
MANUFACTURING DEFECTS. IT WILL NOT BE USED TO COVER
LACK OF MAINTENANCE, OPERATOR MIS-USE, NORMAL WEAR,
ACCIDENTS, CUSTOMER DIS-SATISFACTION OR TRANS-
PORTATION CHARGES TO AND FROM THE SERVICING DEALER.
NOTICE
DANGER TO AVOID INJURY, READ
OWNER’S MANUAL
PELIGRO
LEA EL MANUAL DEL
USUARIO PARA EVITAR
LESIONES.
NEVER MOW
SIDE HILL
OVER 5
NEVER MOW
UP HILL
OVER 10
NEVER MOW
SLOPE
OVER 15
NUNCA CORTE EL
CESPED LATERALMENTE
CON UNA INCLINACION
MAYORA5
NUNCA CORTE CESPED
CUESTA ARRIBA CON
UNA INCLINACION
MAYORA10
NUNCA CORTE CESPED
EN PENDIENTES CON
UNA INCLINACION
MAYORA15
STOP BLADE & BACK SLOWLY IF MACHINE STOPS GOING UPHILL
DETENGA LA CUCHILLA Y RETROCEDA LENTAMENTE SI LA MAQUINA DEJA DE IR CUESTA ARRIBA
800047
CAUTION
Shut off engine before refueling.
Never fill fuel tank indoors or when engine is hot.
Wipe up all spilled fuel before starting engine.
Do not smoke while refueling.
PRECAUCION
Cierre El Motor Antes De Volver A Cargar
El Tanque.
Nunca Llene El Tanque De Combustible En
Interiores O Cuando El Motor Este Caliente.
Limpie Todo Combustible Derramado Antes De
Encender El Motor.
No Fume Al Cargar Combustible.
For best performance, minimum engine RPM should be 3750 under no load.
3500 RPM
3500 RPM
Continuous operation below will result in engine over-heating and
an unacceptable quality cut. RPM may be reduced for trimming and/or other
light load duties.
If the engine cannot maintain , under a load, operator should reduce
ground speed, consult manual, and/or contact your dealer for any questions
or necessary adjustments.
NOTICE
DANGER TO AVOID INJURY, READ
OWNER’S MANUAL
PELIGRO
LEA EL MANUAL DEL
USUARIO PARA EVITAR
LESIONES.
800048
Never mow near people Never carry passengers
Never use when under influence of drugs or alcohol
Set parking brake & remove key if leaving machine
Avoid blade unless blade & engine are stopped
Use safely; machine is not a toy Avoid slippery or steep areas
Look behind machine
Keep safety devices in place and working
Remove potential thrown objects
Know location and function of controls
before backing
Nunca corte el cesped cerca de personas
No llevar pasajeros en ninguna circunstancia
No utilice el cortacesped bajo la influencia de drogas o alcohol
Coloque el freno de estacionamiento y retire la llave si abandona la maquina
Evite el contacto con las cuchillas a menos que el motor y las cuchillas esten detenidas
Sea prudente, la maquina no es un juguete
Mire detras de la maquina al retroceder
Mantenga los dispositivos de seguridad en su lugar y funcionando
Evite areas resbaladizas o empinadas
Retire objetos que la maquina pueda lanzar
Aprenda el funcionamiento y ubicacion de los controles

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Specifications
Magnum 2750
Engine
•Briggs & Stratton 27Hp, Professional Series, vertical shaft, V-twin, air-cooled, engine
•27 Hp output at 3750 RPM
•724 cc displacement
•Electronic Fuel Management provides consistent automotive-style starting
•High flow oil pump
•Full pressure lubrication system with premium spin-on oil filter
•Advanced debris management system
Electrical
•12 volt, 300 cold-cranking amps, maintenance-free battery
•20 amp alternator/stator with regulator-rectifier
•Operator presence system
By shutting off the deck, setting the parking brake, and returning the steering levers
to the neutral-lock position, the operator can leave the seat without turning engine off.
Fuel Capacity
•6.0 US Gallons (87 octane unleaded gasoline)
Seat
•Standard seat with arm rests
Gauges
•Tachometer/Hour meter
Drive System
•(2) Hydro-Gear ZT-3400 Transaxles with 1” axle
•(2) Hydro-Gear hydraulic filters
•(2) Hand-operated forward/reverse steering/braking controls
•Lubrication: Lucas 20W50
Controls
•Foot-operated mower deck height adjustment with positive height stop
•(2) Hand-operated steering control levers with damper system
•Hand-operated PTO switch
•Throttle control
•Ignition switch
•Choke
•Operator Controlled Discharge Chute “OCDC”
Steering
•Independent control of drive wheels through steering control levers
Brakes
•Dynamic braking through steering levers
•Parking brake gives positive lock-up of drive wheels when applied
Main Frame
•Two-rail tube frame using 2”x2” (7 gauge) steel tubing
•Lifetime warranty front forks against breakage
•Lifetime warranty on stainless steel against rust
•Flip-up floor pan
•Engine guard

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Specifications
Magnum 2750 (cont’d)
Mower Deck
•Welded baffles
•Electric clutch
•Deck height adjusts straight up and down so pitch is always constant
•Floating deck mounted to rigid frame, (does not run on the ground)
•Deck rollers to prevent scalping
•Keyless sealed spindle
•1/1/4” effective diameter spindle shafts with self-tightening spindle assembly
Deck Materials
•Ten (10) gauge shell (.135” thickness)
•Seven (7) gauge top plate (.187” thickness)
•One-piece cast iron deck spindle housing
•Vented, split 3/16” steel deep-groove pulleys
Tires/Wheels
•Rear: 22” x 10” x 8” Turf Tech tubeless 4-ply rating (6-8 lbs air pressure)
•Front: 13” x 6.5” x 6” tubeless 4-ply rating
Ground Speed
•0-9 mph forward and reverse
Cutting Height
•1”-5”
Cut Width
•50”
Machine Width
•54”
Length
•80”
Height
•Roll bar down 49”
•Roll bar up 70”
Weight
•889 lbs
Warranty
•Three-year bumper to bumper (Two year parts and labor, 3rd year parts only)
•Two-year on Briggs & Stratton engine*
•Lifetime on front caster bearings
•Lifetime on steering linkages and levers against breakage
•Three-year deck spindles
•Dixie Chopper meets and exceeds allANSI standards
* See Authorized Dixie Chopper Dealer for details
• Specifications are subject to change

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Specifications
Magnum 2760
Engine
•Briggs & Stratton 27Hp, Professional Series, vertical shaft, V-twin, air-cooled, engine
•27 Hp output at 3750 RPM
•724 cc displacement
•Electronic Fuel Management provides consistent automotive-style starting
•High flow oil pump
•Full pressure lubrication system with premium spin-on oil filter
•Advanced debris management system
Electrical
•12 volt, 300 cold-cranking amps, maintenance-free battery
•20 amp alternator/stator with regulator-rectifier
•Operator presence system
By shutting off the deck, setting the parking brake, and returning the steering levers
to the neutral-lock position, the operator can leave the seat without turning engine off.
Fuel Capacity
•6.0 US Gallons (87 octane unleaded gasoline)
Seat
•Standard seat with arm rests
Gauges
•Tachometer/Hour meter
Drive System
•(2) Hydro-Gear ZT-3400 Transaxles with 1” axle
•(2) Hydro-Gear hydraulic filters
•(2) Hand-operated forward/reverse steering/braking controls
•Lubrication: Lucas 20W50
Controls
•Foot-operated mower deck height adjustment with positive height stop
•(2) Hand-operated steering control levers with damper system
•Hand-operated PTO switch
•Throttle control
•Ignition switch
•Choke
•Operator Controlled Discharge Chute “OCDC”
Steering
•Independent control of drive wheels through steering control levers
Brakes
•Dynamic braking through steering levers
•Parking brake gives positive lock-up of drive wheels when applied
Main Frame
•Two-rail tube frame using 2”x2” (7 gauge) steel tubing
•Lifetime warranty front forks against breakage
•Lifetime warranty on stainless steel against rust
•Flip-up floor pan
•Engine guard

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Specifications
Magnum 2760 (cont’d)
Mower Deck
•Welded baffles
•Electric clutch
•Deck height adjusts straight up and down so pitch is always constant
•Floating deck mounted to rigid frame (does not run on the ground)
•Deck rollers to prevent scalping
•Keyless sealed spindle
•1/1/4” effective diameter spindle shafts with self-tightening spindle assembly
Deck Materials
•Ten (10) gauge shell (.135” thickness)
•Seven (7) gauge top plate (.187” thickness)
•One-piece cast iron deck spindle housing
•Vented, split 3/16” steel deep-groove pulleys
Tires/Wheels
•Rear: 22” x 10” x 8” Turf Tech tubeless 4-ply rating (6-8 lbs air pressure)
•Front: 13” x 6.5” x 6” tubeless 4-ply rating
Ground Speed
•0-9 mph forward and reverse
Cutting Height
•1”-5”
Cut Width
•60”
Machine Width
•65”
Length
•80”
Height
•Roll bar down 49”
•Roll bar up 70”
Weight
•915 lbs
Warranty
•Three-year bumper to bumper (Two year parts and labor, 3rd year parts only)
•Two-year on Briggs & Stratton engine*
•Lifetime on front caster bearings
•Lifetime on steering linkages and levers against breakage
•Three-year deck spindles
•Dixie Chopper meets and exceeds allANSI standards
* See Authorized Dixie Chopper Dealer for details
• Specifications are subject to change

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100% MPH x cut width = Acres per hour
99
80% MPH x cut width = Acres per hour
120
Specifications
Major Features
At Dixie Chopper, we believe that every machine
should pack the maximum amount of perfor-
mance. We also believe if you listen to your cus-
tomers, they will tell you what they want; and we
have been listening to our customers for years!
The Magnum is a tough compact unit powered
by a Briggs & Stratton 27Hp Professional Se-
ries engine and is available in 50” and 60” deck
widths.
Despite its low price tag, it includes some of the
same rugged features that professionals use
every day, continuing to set Dixie Chopper apart
from other mowers on the zero-turn landscape.
Productivity Chart
The following is an “Acres Per Hour” produc-
tivity chart for the Magnum 2750 model Dixie
Chopper mower. Efficiency ratings of 100% and
80% are shown. Eighty percent reflects actual
mowing conditions, considering turns and over-
lapping.
MPH 100% 80%
4.0 2.02 1.67
5.0 2.52 2.08
6.0 3.03 2.50
7.0 3.53 2.92
8.0 4.04 3.33
9.0 4.55 3.75
Serial Number Identification
The serial number of your Dixie Chopper lawn-
mower is located on the Serial Number Decal.
This decal is located on the left side of the upper
cross-member, in front of the seat springs, under
the seat.
Warranty Registration
The Warranty Registration card MUST be filled
out and signed with the dealer. Alternatively, the
dealer may wish to perform this function online.

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Controls and Indicators
Control/Indicator Name Control/Indicator Description
1. IGNITION SWITCH Controls electrical power to the mower. Switch has three positions: OFF--RUN-
-START. In OFF position, no power flows to the mower electrical components.
In RUN position, power flows to all mower electrical components. In START
position, electrical power flows to the engine starter.
2. DECK ENGAGING SWITCH
(PTO) Controls operation of the mower deck blades. Pull switch up to engage the mower blades, and push it down to disengage the mower blades.
3. FUEL CAP Covers fill opening of the fuel tanks.
4. STEERING SPEED
CONTROL LEVERS Controls the speed and direction of the mower. Moving both levers forward causes the mower to move forward and moving both levers backward causes
the mower to back up. Moving one lever forward will cause the mower to turn.
The farther the levers are moved forward or backward, the faster the mower will
move in that direction. The levers may be locked in neutral position by pushing
both levers outward left and right to their respective farthest points.
5. PARKING BRAKE LEVER Applies the brake to hold the mower in a stationary position. Pull the lever up to
set the brake and push it down to release the brake.
6. DECK HEIGHT STOP A pin used to set the mower deck height.
7. DECK FOOT PEDAL Raises the mower deck when pushed with your foot.
8. THROTTLE CONTROL Controls engine speed. Moving the throttle all the way down sets the engine
speed to maximum. Moving the throttle all the way up sets the engine speed to
idle.
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Start-Up and Operation of Mower
To Start The Mower:
1. Place steering speed control levers in neutral
lock position.
2. Sit in mower seat.
3. Pull parking brake lever all the way up to set
parking brake.
4. Set throttle to 1/4-power position.
5. Turn ignition switch to the START position.
Release key after engine starts. Key will
automatically return to the RUN position.
NOTE: If the engine fails to start after 6-7
seconds of continuous cranking, turn the key to
the OFF position and allow the starter motor to
cool.
To Mow:
1. Set mowing deck height to desired cut height
(if different from factory setting). (Refer to
Deck Height Adjustment for detailed instruc-
tions.)
2. Push parking brake lever all the way down to
release parking brake.
3. Set throttle to 50% of full RPM.
4. Engage mower deck by pulling up on deck
engaging switch (PTO).
5. Close steering speed control levers.
NOTE: Always set engine speed at full-
throttle when mowing, and maintain a minimum
of 3400 RPM and a maximum of 3600 RPM.
This engine speed will provide the necessary
airflow through the engine cowling to prevent
overheating, and will maintain blade speed for
a satisfactory quality of cut. If the engine pulls
below 3400 RPM when under load, slow down
the ground speed and allow the engine to re-
cover up to the proper RPM.
6. Set throttle at the full-throttle position.
7. Steer and accelerate mower using the steering
speed control levers.
Do not run the mower engine in
confined areas such as a closed garage. Take care
not to inhale exhaust gases as they contain carbon
monoxide, which is a colorless, odorless gas that
can cause unconsciousness and is potentially lethal.
Failure to comply can result in damage to equipment
and injury to persons or death to persons.
Handle fuel with care. It is highly
flammable. Use only approved fuel containers.
Never add fuel while the engine is running or hot.
Fill fuel tanks outdoors, never indoors. Replace fuel
tank cap securely and wipe up all spilled fuel. Fail-
ure to comply can result in damage to equipment
and injury to persons.
Before starting the engine, be-
come familiar with all controls. Read and under-
stand this Operation Manual thoroughly. Always
check for proper engine oil level before starting
engine. Failure to comply can result in damage to
equipment and injury to persons.
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Start-Up and Operation of Mower (Continued)
To Stop The Mower:
NOTE: In case of emergency, engine may
be stopped by turning the ignition key to the
OFF position.
1. Move steering speed control levers to neutral
position to stop mower movement.
2. Push deck engaging switch (PTO) down to
disengage mower deck blades.
3. Pull parking brake lever all the way up to set
parking brake.
4. Move throttle to the idle position.
5. Allow engine to idle for two minutes before
turning key off.
6. Turn ignition key to the OFF position and re-
move key, even if leaving mower unattended
for only a few minutes.
7. Depress deck foot pedal to raise mower deck
to highest position. Engage deck lock handle.
Safety Interlock System
The mower has a system of safety interlock switches
that will not allow the mower to start unless these condi-
tions are met:
• Steering speed control levers in
neutral lock position
• Deck engaging switch (PTO) off
If the seat is vacated during mowing, without position-
ing the controls as previously outlined, the engine will
be stopped by the safety interlock system.
Deck Height Adjustment
Set the mowing deck appropriately to achieve the de-
sired height of your cut. The recommended cutting
height is 2-3 inches (5-7 cm), though your preference
may be a higher or lower cut. Tall grasses or weeds
should be cut with the mower deck set to its highest posi-
tion.
The first time you mow, set the cut height to a little higher
than normal, then adjust accordingly as follows:
1. Refer to the deck height indicator decal, directly
to the left of the deck height adjustment rod.
2. Determine the appropriate hole setting for
your desired cut height.
3. Depress the deck foot pedal to lift the deck.
4. Reposition the deck height pin to the selected
hole setting, then release the deck by slowly
releasing down pressure on deck foot
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Steering Speed Control Levers
The mower is equipped with a separate transaxle for
each rear wheel. The transaxles are controlled by
the steering speed control levers. The left lever con-
trols the left rear wheel and the right lever controls
the right rear wheel.
To move forward, push both levers forward at the
same time, slowly and evenly.
To speed up the forward movement, push levers
farther forward away from you. The farther they are
pushed, the faster the mower will travel.
Do not move the steering speed
control levers too rapidly, or start and stop the
mower suddenly, especially on grades. Failure to
comply will result in personal injury or death.
Start-Up and Operation of Mower (Continued)
To move in reverse, pull both levers backward at the
same time, slowly and evenly.
To speed up the backward movement, pull levers
toward you. The closer they are pulled, the faster the
mower will travel.
To turn, slow the mower’s ground speed, then further
slow the speed of the right wheel for a right-hand
turn, or the left wheel for a left-hand turn.
Refer to illustration shown below of steering speed
control levers’ position relative to mower wheels and
the direction in which the levers turn them.
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Start-Up and Operation of Mower (Continued)
Zero Radius Turning
To execute a zero-degree turn, you must put one wheel in
reverse and one wheel in forward.
Until you have practiced this procedure and acquire a feel
for the machine, it is possible to damage the turf due to
an incorrect input. Please be aware, and mindful of, it is
possible to pull the levers back toward the operator in such
a manner that the drive wheels will spin in reverse. This is
also true for the reverse direction. That is, if the machine is
traveling in a reverse direction and the levers are suddenly,
and quickly, pushed away from the operator, it is possible
that the drive wheels will attempt to spin forward. Failure to
follow the correct procedure for zero-degree turns could re-
sult in damage to the turf. When learning the zero-degree
turning procedure, use reduced engine RPM and extreme
caution. During this learning procedure, keep in mind that
slightly sluggish movements may occur due to the lowered
engine RPM. The pumps perform more precisely at the
higher RPM.
Moving the Mower Without Power
NOTE: Do not exceed a speed of 2 mph when moving the
mower without power.
In order to transport the mower without power, you must
first release the hydraulic pressure by using the bypass le-
ver located on each transaxle. Gain access to the bypass
levers under the main chassis behind the rear wheels.
The levers are held in the front locking notch under spring
pressure. Move the levers toward the center of the mower
to release the lock, then pull the lever toward the back of
mower and move it toward the outside of the mower to
place it in the bypass notch thus enabling mower move-
ment without power.
Optimum Performance = Best Results
The mower is designed to operate most efficiently at maxi-
mum blade speeds, which are achieved with maximum
engine speed. The ground speed of the mower should
allow the mower deck blades to maintain that maximum
efficient speed. Therefore, slow the ground speed of the
mower when cutting tall grass, grass heavy with moisture,
or mowing uphill, so as to maintain maximum blade speed.
If ground speed is too fast or blade speed is too
slow, an uneven cut will result.
Make sure that mower deck blades are sharp to
ensure the optimum quality of cut. Refer to Blade
Replacement and Blade Sharpening procedures
for detailed instructions on how to safely and
properly maintain and sharpen mower blades.
Bypass Levers