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Dixie Chopper ▪ 6302 E. County Road 100 N. ▪ Coatesville, IN ▪ 46121 ▪ www.dixiechopper.com
Do not run the mower engine in
confi ned 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.
Start-Up and Operation
1. Place the steering speed control levers in the
neutral lock position.
2. Sit in the mower seat.
3. Pull the parking brake lever all the way up to
set parking brake.
4. Set fuel shut-off valve to desired fuel tank
position.
5. Set throttle to 1/4-power position.
6. If engine is cold, pull out choke.
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.
7 Turn ignition switch to the START position.
Release key after engine starts. Key will
automatically return to the RUN position.
8. Allow engine to warm up, then slowly push
choke control in.
(The Choke may not be used or available on your
model)
Handle fuel with care. 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. Failure to comply may result in
damage to the equipment and/or injury to per-
sons.
Before starting the engine,
become familiar with all con-
trols. Read and understand this
Operation Manual thoroughly. Always check for
proper engine oil level before starting engine.
Failure to comply may result in damage to the
equipment and injury to persons.
1. Ensure all shields and mower deck discharge
chute (OCDC) is in place. Never attempt to
clear discharge areas or mower deck blades
without disengaging mower deck, setting parking
brake, shutting off engine, and removing ignition
key.
2. Confi rm that mower deck blades are sharp and
balanced to ensure the optimum quality of cut.
NOTE: Refer to blade replacement proce-
dures for detailed instructions on how to
safely and properly maintain mower blades.
3. Check tires for wear and proper infl ation.
4. Check levels for fuel, engine oil and hydraulic
system oil.
Before Starting the Mower:
To Start the Mower:
NOTE: Always set engine speed at full-
throttle when mowing. Maintain a minimum
unloaded engine speed of 3400 RPM and a
maximum engine speed of 3750 RPM while
mowing. This engine speed will provide the
necessary airfl ow to 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 recover to the proper RPM.
Slow the mower for cutting tall grass or
when mowing uphill. If ground speed is too
fast, or blade speed is too slow, mowing will
To Mow:
Safety Interlock System
The mower has a system of safety interlock switches
that will not allow the mower to start unless these con-
ditions are met:
• Steering speed control levers are in neutral
lock position
• Parking brake is set and/or seat is
occupied.
• Deck engaging switch (PTO) off.
If the seat is vacated during mowing without positioning
the controls as previously outlined, the engine will be
stopped by the safety interlock system.
Throttle
PTO
Switch
Ignition
Switch
Choke
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