2014 Zee 2 Owner/Operator Manual Serial numbers 14XXXXXX and higher 700375 08/2013
About This Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dixie Chopper mower! When operated and maintained as directed in this manual, Dixie Chopper is confident that this mower will provide you with years of excellent performance, durability, and trouble free service. Should you ever have any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, or safety of your mower, please contact your authorized Dixie Chopper dealer who has been specially trained in the operation and service of Dixie Chopper mowers.
Table of Contents Topic Page# General Precautions.................................................1 Safety Information ...................................................3 Warranty....................................................................5 Routine Maintenance...............................................8 Maintenance Schedule...8 Maintenance Record...9 Maintenance Points...10 Start-up & Controls................................................11 Safety Interlock System...
General Safety Precautions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATION MANUAL AND THE INSTRUCTIONS FURNISHED WITH ATTACHMENTS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MOWER. Know the location and function of the controls and how to operate them. Know how to stop quickly. Do not allow children under the age of 18 to operate machine.
General Safety Precautions 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. Allow engine to cool before storing in any enclosure. Never attempt to operate mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Handle gasoline with care.
Safety Information Decals Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.
Safety Features Steering Neutral Switches Seat Switch PTO On/Off Parking Brake Parking Brake - The parking brake should be engaged whenever the mower is stationary and unoccupied. Safety Interlock System - The mower has a system of safety interlock switches that will not allow the mower to start unless the steering speed control levers are in the neutral lock position, the parking brake is set and the deck engaging switch (PTO) is off.
Warranty Dixie Chopper Limited Warranty General Warranty Conditions Dixie Chopper warrants that it will, at its option, adjust, repair, or replace, any factory original part used in the manufacturing of a Dixie Chopper complete unit, found to be defective in material or workmanship. For the purposes of this Warranty, a Dixie Chopper complete unit is defined as a riding lawn mower manufactured by Dixie Chopper. This warranty is non-transferable absent written authorization by Dixie Chopper.
Warranty (cont.) Warranty Period & Limitations The Zee 2 is warranted to be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the retail purchase date by the original purchaser regardless of the amount of hours of service on the machine. For the first two years of the warranty period, Dixie Chopper will be responsible for both parts and labor for all warrantable claims.
Warranty (cont.) Dixie Chopper is in no way liable for consequential damages, negligence, strict liability in tort, or any other legal theory.
Routine Maintenance Maintenance should be performed per the requirements in the chart below or as needed.
Routine Maintenance Record Service Dates Engine Oil/Filter Change Air Cleaner Inspection/Change Fuel Filter Change Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.
Routine Maintenance Engine Oil Fill/Dip-stick Engine Air Filter Cover Battery under seat Engine Oil Filter Fuel Filter Grease Zerk (1 Each Side) Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.
Controls and Operation Before Starting the Mower: Safety Interlock System The mower has a system of safety interlock switches that will not allow the mower to start unless the following conditions are met: Do not run the mower engine in confined areas such as a closed garage. Take care not to inhale exhaust gases as WARNING they contain carbon monoxide, which is a colorless odorless gas, which can cause unconsciousness and is potentially lethal. CAUTION • • • Handle fuel with care.
Controls Steering Level Adjustment To Start the Mower: The pitch of the steering levers is adjustable to accomodate the comfort of the mower operator. Each lever is independently adjustable by manipulating the bolts on the lower portion of the lever. To adjust the lever: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. Loosen the two bolts in the bracket which holds the steering lever. Do not remove the bolts. 2.
Start-Up and Controls Steering Speed Control Levers: To speed up the backward movement, pull levers toward you. The closer they are pulled, the faster the mower will travel. NOTE: Never mow in reverse. The mower is equipped with a separate Transaxle for each rear wheel and are controlled by the steering speed control levers. The left lever controls the left rear wheel and the right lever controls the right rear wheel. To turn, slow the mower’s ground speed, then further slow the speed of the wheel.
Operation Setting the Cutting Height Mowing Speed Set the mowing deck appropriately to achieve the desired 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. The mower is designed to operate most efficiently at maximum blade speed (engine 3600 rpm). The speed of the mower should allow the mower deck blades to maintain this maximum speed while mowing across turf. Control the ground speed with speed control levers.
Operation To Mow To Tow NOTE: Always set engine speed at full- throttle when mowing. This engine speed will provide the necessary airflow to the engine cowling to prevent overheating and will maintain blade speed for a satisfactory quality of cut. If the engine pulls below full throttle when under load, slow down the ground speed and allow the engine to recover to full throttle. Slow the mower for cutting tall grass or when mowing uphill.
Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repair Blade Replacement Under Deck Cleaning NEVER work with mower blades AU AUT ON while mower is running. Make sure that ignition switch is off, key is removed, PTO switch is disengaged, steering speed control levers are in neutral lock, and parking brake is on. Failure to comply can result in personal injury or death. er. Water can get in and under seals and cause damage to equipment. Clean the underside of the deck frequently.
Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repair Never attempt to make any adjustments to mower deck or AU O work under it while mower is running. Make sure that ignition switch is off and key removed, PTO switch is disengaged, steering speed control levers are in neutral lock, and parking brake is on. Failure to comply will result in personal injury or death. Drive Belt Replacement Hour Meter 2. Replace the drive belts if they show signs of cuts, tears, burns caused by slipping, or excessive wear.
Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repair Preparing the Mower for Storage Tracking Adjustment Steering and tracking may need minor adjustments if the unit steers to the right or left when both steering control levers are pushed all the way forward. Prepare the engine for storage at the end of the mowing season as follows: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Run engine for 15 minutes or longer. Shut off engine. Drain oil while engine is still warm Remove engine oil filter. Refill crankcase with fresh oil.
Basic Mower Adjustments, Maintenance, and Repair Belt Routing 1.) Engine to Deck Belt 2.) Engine to Transmission Belt REAR 2 1 FRONT Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.
Notes Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.
6302 E. County Road 100 North Coatesville, Indiana 46121 www.dixiechopper.com Specifications and instructions subject to change without notice. Dixie Chopper and Magic Circle, are registered trademarks of Magic Circle Corporation any and all use and/or reproductions are strictly prohibited.
