Dixon ZTR 428 D 429 User Manual

TECHNICAL DATA BROCHURE - ZTR 428 d 429 Page 1
IMPORTANT - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS
Deluxe Seat Adjustment
Easy hand lever action allows forward and backward movement of seat. No bolts to loosen or
tighten.
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.
Body Removal
1. Disconnect throttle cable from engine.
2. Disconnect rear wiring loom from the body by turning the threaded collar on connector, in a
counterclockwise direction. This plug is located at the right rear of body.
3. Remove the four control lever bolts and remove upper control levers (P/N 9079 & 9080).
4. Remove the two acorn nuts on floor of body and release latches on the rear of body
near each side.
5. Place height adjustment lever in the vertical position, engage the parking brake and
carefully lift body off the chassis.
6. Reverse above procedures to install body.
Safety Checks - "IMPORTANT"
1. After reassembly of body onto chassis and while seated on the mower, attempt to start the
engine with mower deck engaged. The engine should not start. If engine does start, return mower
to an Authorized Dixon Dealer for adjustment or repair.
2. Disengage mower deck and start engine with the operator in a normal seated position on the
mower. Engage mower deck and remove weight from the seat. The engine should stop. If engine
does not stop when operator rises from seat, return mower to an Authorized Dixon Dealer for
adjustment or repair.
Parking Brake Adjustment
1. Remove body as described above.
2. Adjustment points are located at rear of transaxle 'on each side. Remove roll pins
from swivel fitting (P/N 2172). Turn swivel fitting on brake rod (P/N 5100) in to
tighten, just enough to prevent brake from slipping when engaged.
3. Reinstall roll pin.
CAUTION: Over tightening may cause premature wear on brake band (P/ N 5085).
Mower Deck Drive Adjustment
No adjustment necessary! The spring loaded idler pulley maintains proper tension throughout
belt life.
Removing Mower Deck
1. Remove mower deck drive belt (P/N 6111) by pulling idler pulley (P/N 1687) away from belt and
remove belt from the rear pulley.
2. Remove the two clevis pins (P/N 3072) from the 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 and roll it free of mower deck assembly.
6. To install deck, reverse above procedure.
Removing Mower Blade
1. Secure mower blade (P/N 6231) from turning.
2. Observe blade position when removing.
3. Remove blade bolt (P/N 3268), lock washer (P/N 3065) and blade washer (P/N 6113).
4. To reinstall, reverse above procedure.
WARNING: Sharp edges on blade can cause injury; Caution should be exercised when
service is required on the blade.
(P/N 8604)
DIXON INDUSTRIES, INC.
Box 1569 Coffeyville. Kansas 67337-0945 (316)251-2000
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Dixon ZTR 428 D 429 Specifications

General

Brand	Dixon
Model	ZTR 428 D 429
Category	Lawn Mower
Language	English

Summary

Operating Procedures and Adjustments

Deluxe Seat Adjustment

Describes the seat adjustment mechanism allowing forward and backward movement without tools.

Mower Blade Operation

Instructions for starting and stopping the mower blades using the blade drive switch handle.

Body Removal Procedure

Detailed steps for disconnecting cables, removing levers and nuts to lift the mower body.

Safety Checks After Reassembly

Ensuring engine does not start with deck engaged and stops when operator leaves seat.

Parking Brake Adjustment

Procedure for adjusting the parking brake by modifying swivel fittings on the brake rod.

Mower Deck Drive Belt

Note stating no adjustment is necessary due to a spring-loaded idler pulley.

Removing the Mower Deck

Steps to detach the mower deck by removing drive belts, clevis pins, and slide shaft.

Removing the Mower Blade

Instructions for securing the blade and removing the blade bolt, washers, and lock washer.

Installation of Mower Deck Components

Mower Deck Assembly Placement

Positioning the mower deck assembly under the frame and sliding the cross shaft through guides.

Front Lift Arm Connection

Attaching the short L-rod to the front lift arms of the mower deck assembly.

Rear Lift Arm Connection

Attaching the long L-rod to the rear lift arms of the mower deck assembly.

Mower Deck Adjustment Procedures

Drive Belt Installation Timing

Note regarding installing the engine to mower deck drive belt after initial engine servicing.

Tire Pressure Check

Checking and adjusting tire pressures for front and rear tires as specified.

Cutter Blade Alignment

Aligning outer mower deck cutter blades for side-to-side and tip-to-tip measurements.

Mower Deck Attitude

Adjusting deck attitude to be approximately 1/8th inch higher in the rear than the front.

Electric Clutch Burnishing

Burnishing the electric clutch using multiple engagements at specified throttle settings.