Dixon ZTR 1950-2300 Series User manual

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ZTR®
1950-2300 Series

IMPORTANT - READ CAREFULLY
The Dixon®ZTR®Mower is both easy and fun to
operate. However, any power mower must be
operated properly to be safe. It is not a toy or a
recreational vehicle. Before you start to use the
mower, read the operator’s manual carefully
and become completely familiar with the controls.
The information contained in this manual applies
to all Dixon®ZTR®1950 and 2300 Series
Mowers. Your Dixon dealer will gladly answer any
questions.
See your dealer for warranty service, parts and
repairs.

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INDEX
Page
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Warranty Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Seat Adjustment Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-19
Operation Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-32
Care & Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-47
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49
Standard Service Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
1950/2300 Series
Part No. 17077-0903

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RIDING LAWN MOWERS,
IFIMPROPERLY OPERATED,
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
The most common causes of injury to the operator or bystander...
...readandunderstandthismanualtopreventinjuries.
BLADECONTACT
TIP OVER
RUNOVER
BACK OVER
SAFETY

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Safety Alert Symbol
When you see this symbol,
BE ALERT to the potential for injury.
DANGER
(highlighted in red)
indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
(highlighted in orange)
indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION
(highlighted in yellow)
indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
Follow recommended safety precautions
and safe operating practices.
SAFETY

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Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury or death.
GENERALOPERATION:
•Read,understand, andfollowall instructionsinthe manual
and on the mower before starting.
•Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate the mower.
•Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc.,
which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
•Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.
Stop mower if anyone enters the area.
•NEVERcarrypassengers.
•Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always
look down and behind before and while backing.
•Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point
it at anyone.
•Do not operate the mower without either the entire grass
catcher or the deflector in place.
•Slow down before turning.
•Never leave a running mower unattended. Alwaysturn off
blades, set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before
dismounting.
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GENERAL OPERATION (continued) :
•Turn off blades when not mowing.
•Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging
chute.
•Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
•Do not operate the mower while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossingroadways.
•Use extra care when loading or unloading the mower into a
trailer or truck. Do not ride the mower when loading and
unloading.
•Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower.
•Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are
involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
•Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel
weights and counterweights.
•Maintain or replace safety & instruction labels as needed.
WARNING:
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
SAFETY

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SAFETY
SLOPE OPERATION:
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control
and tip-over accidents,
which can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes requires extra caution.
If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it,
do not mow it!
DO
Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up
ordown.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the mower. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes
eventhoughthebrakesarefunctioningproperly.
Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability of the
mower.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual.
Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

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SAFETY
SLOPE OPERATION (continued):
DO(continued):
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down
the slope.
If front wheels lift off the ground, pull the levers back
tostabilize themower.
DO NOT
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
Donot mow neardrop-offs,ditches, orembankments.The
mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge
of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
Donot tryto stabilizethe mowerby puttingyourfoot on
theground.
Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

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SERVICE:
•Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels.
They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with engine
running. Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke while refueling.
Never refuel the mower indoors.
Never store the mower or fuel container inside
a building where there is an open flame.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
To prevent fire and explosion caused by static
electricity:
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from your
vehicle before filling.
When practical, remove fuel-powered equipment
from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the
ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such
equipment on a trailer with a portable container,
rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle.
If a fuel dispenser nozzle must be used, keep
thenozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank
or container opening at all times until fueling is
complete.
Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
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SERVICE (continued):
•Never run a mower inside a closed area. The exhaust
fumes aretoxic.
•Keep nuts and bolts tight, especially blade attachment
bolts, and keep equipment in good condition.
•Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
•Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other debris
buildup. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow mower to
cool before storing.
•Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object.
Repair, if necessary, before restarting.
•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running unless otherwise specified.
•Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage
and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or
allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check compo-
nents and replace with original equipment parts, when
necessary.
•Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s)
or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing
them.
•Batteries contain sulfuric acid. To prevent burns avoid
contact with skin, eyes and clothing. To prevent a fire or
explosion keep sparks and open flames away from
battery.
•Before disconnecting the negative (-) ground cable, make
sure all switches are OFF.
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SAFETY
CHILDREN:
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is
not alert to the presence of children.
Children are attracted to lawn mowers and the mowing activity.
NEVER assume children will stay where they were last seen.
Be alert to avoid accidents.
•Keepchildren outof themowing areaand underthe
watchfulcare ofanotherresponsibleadult.
•Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
•Beforeand duringbacking,look BEHINDandDOWN for
smallchildren.
•Nevercarry children. Theymay falloffand beseriously
injuredorinterferewithsafemoweroperation.
•Neverallowchildrentooperate the mower.
•Useextracarewhen approaching blindcorners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure vision.

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DIXONLIMITEDWARRANTYPOLICY
Pro Models 1950 ~ 2300 ~ 2560
DIXON ZTR MOWERS ARE WARRANTED AGAINST DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND
WORKMANSHIP AND PROVIDES FOR REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF PARTS
INCLUDING LABOR COSTS. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT
TO THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS.
1. HomeOwnerApplication: DixonProModelusedonlyatowner’sprimaryplaceofresidence
iswarrantedforaperiodoftwo(2)yearsfromdateofpurchase. Frame,bodypanelsand
fendersarewarrantedforthelifeofthemower.
2. CommercialApplication: Definedasuseotherthan,orinadditionto,mowingatowner’s
primaryplaceofresidence.Unitsusedincommercialapplicationarewarrantedforaperiodof
one(1)yearfromdateofpurchaseor400hoursofuse,whichevercomesfirst.
3. Warrantyappliesonlytooriginalretailpurchaserofnewandunusedmowersandaccessories.
4. AllDixonwarrantymustbeaccomplishedbyauthorizedDixondealersandinaccordancewith
Dixonwarrantypolicyandallowances. AllwarrantyclaimsmustbeapprovedbyDixon
Industries,Inc.
5. BatteryWarranty: limitedto90daysfromdateofpurchase.
6. AccessoriesWarranty(grasscatchers,snowblades,covers,etc.):Limitedto90daysfrom
dateofpurchase.
7. Warrantydoesnotapplytodamageintransitorincidentsofmisuse,negligence,accidents,or
alteration. TheuseofpartsorcomponentsotherthanthosesuppliedbyDixonIndustries
VOIDSALLWARRANTY.
8. Thefollowingitemsarenotcoveredbythiswarrantypolicy:
(a) Pickupanddeliverychargesfortransportationofmowertoandfromanauthorized
Dixondealer’splaceofbusiness.
(b) Routinemaintenanceoradjustments.
(c) Belts/blades/hydrofilters.
(d) Engines-AllenginesusedonDixonZTRmowersarewarrantedbyeachindividual
enginemanufacturer.
(e) Anycostsorexpenseofprovidingsubstituteequipmentwhilerepairworkisbeing
performedonawarrantedmower.
9. Thereisnootherexpresswarranty. Impliedwarranties,includingthoseofmerchantabilityand
fitnessforaparticularpurposearelimitedtothesamedurationoftheexpresswarrantyandto
theextentpermittedbylawanyandallimpliedwarrantiesareexcluded.Liabilitiesfor
consequentialdamagesunderanyandallwarrantiesareexcluded.

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model ZTR 1950 and 2300
CHASSIS: 11GA-rectangular tube
SEAT: Designed for operator comfort by use of high-density closed cell foam
padded back and arm rests, upholstered with CorduraTM water-
repellent fabric. Seat is adjustable fore and aft. Mounted on operator
suspension system.
MOWERDECK: Two decks are available. The 60” is made of stamped steel. The 50”
is made of 11 GA fabricated welded construction with external
reinforcement ribs. Three blades combine for a 50” or 60” cut width.
Cutheightapproximately1.5”to5”via8positionlifthandle.
BLADEDRIVE: Electric clutch
DRIVESYSTEM: Each rear wheel is independently driven by a HydroGearBDP10A
pump and a White CE 14 hydraulic motor.
ENGINE:
Model 1950: 19HP Kawasaki , overhead valves, replaceable oil filter, full pressure
lube system, dual element air cleaner, integral fuel pump.
Model 2300: 23 HPKohlerCommand,4-cycle,V-Configuration,OverhedValve, Air-
Cooled,Gasoline,VerticalShaft,AluminumHeadandCrankcasewith
Cast Iron Liners, Full Pressure Lubrication/Full Flow Filter, Pulse Type
FuelPump,FixedJetCarburetorw/Smart-Choke,ElectronicIgnition,
In-lineFuelFilter,DualElementAirCleaner.
STARTINGSYSTEM: Electric by key switch operation with safety interlocks on parking brake
andbladedriveclutch.
TIRES: Front 11X4X5ribbedtread(16-21 lbs)
Rear 20 X 10 X 8 Turf Master(8-14lbs)
CAPACITIES: Fuel-11gallon(approximately)
HydrostatOil tank - 4 quart with in-line 40 micronfilter
Engine-2qts.SAE10W30(withfilter)
DIMENSIONS: Width 60”(50”Deck), 72”(60”Deck)
Height 46.5”
Length 75”
Weight 737lbs,(50”Deck],770lbs(60”Deck)
Additionalinformationprovidedinserviceinstructionsundertheindividual component.
SPECIFICATIONSSUBJECTTOCHANGEWITHOUTNOTICE

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SEAT ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Models 1950 & 2300
1. Grasp seat slide adjuster and move
it intoadjustment position.
2. Slide seat forward or backward.
3. Release seat slide adjuster.

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CONTROLS
CONTROL LEVERS
Note: For access to the seat, move control levers to neutral position and
swing them outward.
TO GO FORWARD:
•Fromneutralposition,gentlypushbothcontrolleversforward.
•To increase speed, move levers further forward.
TO GO BACKWARD:
•Fromneutral position,gentlypullbothcontrol leverstoward you.
TURNING:
•Turningiscontrolledbymovingonecontrolleverslightlyforwardor
rearward of the other.
•Toturn left, moveleftlever rearward ofthe right lever.
•Toturnright, move rightleverrearward of the leftlever.
•To turn on mower’s own axis (zero turning radius), stop and move
one lever to reverse position and the other to forward position.
BRAKING:
•To brake mower, move both levers in direction opposite of travel.
LEFT TURN OPPOSITE
Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is very light.

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CONTROLS
CHOKE CONTROL LEVER:
•Located on control panel to operator’s right.
•Used to start a cold engine.
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER:
•Locatedon controlpanel to operator’sright.
•Controls engine speed, slow to maximum.
•While moving, throttle control should be set to MAXIMUM
for wide open setting to insure adequate cooling of the
engine and to maintain mower deck blade speed.

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CONTROLS
PARKING BRAKE:
The parking brake is designed to hold the mower from
moving and is not intended for use in stopping the mower
while it is in motion.
CAUTION Engageparkingbrakebeforestarting
engine.
TO SET PARKING BRAKE:
The hand operated brake is located at the left hand side of
themower.
Toengagebrake,pulllever up (tothe rear).
Toreleasebrake,moveleverforward(down).
Note: Alwaysset parkingbrake beforedismounting.
Releaseparkingbrakebeforemovingmower.
HYDRO GEAR SYSTEM:
Allows the mower to turn on its own axis (zero turning
radius).
Each lever controls one side of the mower.
Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is
verylight.

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CONTROLS
MOWER DECK CUT HEIGHT LIFT LEVER:
•Locatedtotherightandfrontofoperator.
•Controlsthecuttingheight.
•Eightpositionsofadjustment.
•Depresstriggerandmoveleverforwardto
lower deck.
•Depresstrigger andpull leverback toraise
deck.
NOTE: Always use high position for transport.
BLADE DRIVE:
•Locatedoncontrol panel tooperator’s
right.
To engage blade: Pull up on switch.
To disengage blade: Push down.
CIRCUIT BREAKER :
•Locatedoncontrol panel tooperator’s
right.
•Protection of the electrical system is by
(1) 15 amp circuit breaker.
•Ifcircuit breakertrips,pushbutton to
reset.
•Ifthis conditionrepeats,consult dealerfor
inspectionandrepair.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
The safe and successful operation of the 1950 or 2300
Serieswill dependuponthe operatorhavingthe correct
knowledge of all controls used on the mower and making
goodjudgements abouttheterrain tobemowed.
NEVER allow anyone to operate the mower without
complete knowledge of all the controls and their functions.
Duringinitialoperation,“learningtodrive”,setthrottleat
slow speed.
TOWING:
Towinga trailerorotherattachment thatistoo heavy
could damage the drive or cause the mower to become
unstable. Limit loads to 500 pounds or less with this
mower.