Dixon ZTR 3361 Instruction manual

TECHNICAL DATA BROCHURE
ZTR Model 3361
IMPORTANT -READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
SEAT ADJUSTMENT
1. Pull or lift body retention latch P/N 3954 from
transaxle backing plate, raise and push body
and seat assembly forward.
2. Loosen four seat adjustment bolts
P/N 3227 and slide seat forward or backward
to desired position.
3. Re-tighten seat adjustment bolts P/N 3227. DO
NOT operate mower without seat
adjustment bolts properly tightened.
4. Close upper body and push re tention latch
P/N 3954 over transaxle backing plate.
DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.
A
BLOUNT COMPANY AIRPORT
INDUSTRIAL PARK
PO BOX 1569
COFFEYVILLE KS 67337 0945
3162512000
FAX [phone]
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BODY REMOVAL
1. The 3361 has a two-piece polyethylene body. The upper body can be folded forward to
expose the transaxle. In some cases, it may be necessary to remove the upper body to
service the transaxle.
2. To remove upper body, remove two bolts P/N 3093 from the front of upper body hinge
located on the brake shaft P/N 9283. Disconnect seat switch P/N 4761 at plug-in.
3. Reverse above procedure to reinstall.
ADJUSTMENT OF MOWER DECK DRIVE BELT
Belt tension is controlled and adjusted by tightening nut P/N 3205 on L -rod P/N 2841. Proper belt
tension can be measured by pushing against belt at mid-point on the left side of the mower chassis.
Belt should deflect approximately 3/4" to 1" when adjusted.
REMOVING MOWER BLADES
1. Secure mower blade P/N 1324 from turning.
2. Observe blade position when removing.
3. Remove blade bolt P/N 3268, and blade washer P/N 6260.
4. To reinstall, reverse above procedure. Tighten to 50-60 ft pounds of torque.
WARNING: Sharp edges on blade can cause injury!
Caution should be exercised when service Is required on the blade.
REMOVING MOWER DECK
1. Remove deck drive belt by loosening nylok nut P/N 3205 on L-Rod tensioner P/N 2841 until belt
can be removed from electric clutch.
2. Remove the clevis pins P/N 3072 from L-rods at rear of deck and slide free from slots.
3. Remove the clevis pin P/N 3072 from the lift linkage at the front of deck.
4. Remove cotter pin from shaft P/N 1332 located at front of mower deck on slide plates welded
at battery box. Slide shaft free.
5. Raise front of mower chassis and roll mower free of mower deck assembly.
6. To install deck, reverse above procedure.
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MOWER BLADE OPERATION
1. To start mower blades, pull up slightly on blade drive switch handle and move it forward to
the "ON" position.
2. To stop mower blades, move switch handle to the "OFF" position
SAFETY CHECKS
IMPORTANT -PERFORM SAFETY CHECKS AFTER MAKING ANY REPAIRS OR ADJUSTMENTS
1. After reassembly, while seated on mower, attempt to start engine with mower deck
engaged. Engine should /VO7"start. If engine does start, return the mowerto an Authorized
Dixon dealer for adjustment or repair. ',\
2.Disengage mower deck and start engine. With the operator in the normal seated position,
engage mower deck and remove weight from seat. The engine should stop. If the engine
does NOT stop when operator rises from seat, return the mower to an Authorized Dixo n
dealer for adjustment or repair.
3. Engage. Then disengage mower blade in each cutting height. Insure that blade
disengages and comes to a stop within (5) seconds in each height position. If blade does
NOT disengage properly, contact your Authorized Dixon dealer.
CAUTION: DO NOT OPERATE MOWER IF ANY SAFETY FEATURE IS NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Tighten nut on brake rod P/N 2533, located in front of the transaxle on each side,just enough
to prevent brake from slipping when engaged.
CAUTION: Over tightening may cause premature wear on the brake band P/N 5085.
Revised 7/93
P/N 8111
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3361 BODY ASSEMBLY

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3361 CHASSIS ASSEMBLY

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3361 TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY

3361 MOWER DECK ASSEMBLY 36"
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3361 WIRING ASSEMBLY