Dixon 966494901 Benutzerhandbuch

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WARNING!
The engine and the exhaust system, 
become very hot during operation. Risk 
for burns if touched. Allow engine and 
exhaust system to cool at least two (2) 
minutes.
EZT Belt
To replace EZT belt
Park the mower on a level surface. Engage the park 
brake.
EZT belt removal
NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fan blades on 
the EZT as this can affect cooling or damage the EZT.
Remove the deck belt (see 
1. 
To Replace Deck Belt 
in this section of the manual).
Create slack in the belt by pushing the spring 
2. 
loaded idler arm inward. Rotate arm to release 
belt tension.
The belt should now be able to be removed from 
3. 
the engine pulley and EZT pulleys.
Belt installation
Wrap the EZT belt around the EZT pulleys.
1. 
Route the belt around the inside of the idler pulley.
2. 
Wrap the belt around the engine pulley.
3. 
Cutting Blades
In order to attain the best mowing effect, it is important 
that the blades are well sharpened and not damaged.
Bent or cracked blades or blades with large nicks 
should be replaced.
Damaged blades should be replaced when hitting 
obstacles that result in a breakdown. Let the service 
workshop decide whether the blade can be repaired/
ground or must be replaced.
Balance the blades after sharpening.
Check the blade mounts.
Blade replacement
Remove blade bolt by turning counterclockwise.
1. 
Install new or resharpened blade with stamped 
2. 
“GRASS SIDE” facing towards ground/grass 
(down) or “THIS SIDE UP” facing deck and cutter 
housing.
Install and tighten blade bolt securely.
3. 
Torque blade bolt to 45-55 ft/lbs (60-75 Nm).
4. 
WARNING!
Blades are sharp. Protect your hands 
with gloves and/or wrap blades with a 
heavy cloth when handling.
The sharpening of blades should be 
carried out by an authorized service 
workshop.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Special blade bolt is heat treated.
Replace with a Dixon bolt if required.
Do not use lower grade hardware than 
specified.
8052-007
1. Blade
2. Cutter housing
3. Blade bolt (special)
Blade attachment