Dixie Chopper Vortex 2008 Istruzioni operative
Model # ____________________
Serial # ____________________
Date Purchased ____________________
April
2008
700134
2008 Vortex
Installation/Owner’s Manual
6302 E. County Road 100 N • Coatesville, IN 46121 • (765) 246-7737 • Fax: (765) 246-6146
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AUTHORIZED DEALER
About This Manual
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the accessory. It must be available to all of the
operators and/or person(s) servicing the accessory. Should the accessory be resold, this manual must
remain with the accessory.
All information, illustrations, and specifi cations contained in this manual were in effect at the time of
publication. Dixie Chopper reserves the right to change, modify, and/or discontinue specifi cations and/
or design without notice. If there is a change that has been made to your accessory which is not shown
or refl ected in this manual, please see your authorized Dixie Chopper Mower dealer before operating
and/or servicing the equipment.
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dixie Chopper mower accessory. We at Dixie Chopper
are confi dent that this accessory will provide you with years of excellent performance, durability, and
trouble free service when operated and maintained as directed in this manual.
Should you ever have any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, or safety of your accessory,
please contact your authorized Dixie Chopper Mower dealer who has been specially trained on opera-
tion and service of Dixie Chopper Mower Accessories.
A space has been provided on the cover and below to record information about your new Dixie Chopper
Mower Accessory. Please take time to record such information for future reference, especially when
you contact an authorized Dixie Chopper Mower dealer with questions.
Date Purchased: ___________________________________________
Model Number: ___________________________________________
Serial Number: ___________________________________________
Purchased From: ___________________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warranty Policies
Warranty Policies
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Safety Information
Safety Information
3
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
4
Safety Decals
Safety Decals
6
Kit Components
Kit Components
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Blower Installation
12
Silver Eagle Hopper Installation
Silver Eagle Hopper Installation
15
Standard Hopper Installation
Standard Hopper Installation
16
Propane Hopper
Installation
16
F2/F4/F5 Pre-Installation
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F2/F4/F5 Hopper Installation
F2/F4/F5 Hopper Installation
17
F4/F5 Door Linkage Adjustment
F4/F5 Door Linkage Adjustment
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Counter Weight Installation
Counter Weight Installation
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Diesel Hopper Installation
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Warranty Policies
There are no understandings, agreements, representations, or warranties expressed or implied (including but not
limited to any regarding the merchantability or fi tness for a particular purpose), not specifi ed herein, regarding the
equipment which is the subject of this warranty.
Owner/Operator Knowledge Respon
Owner/Operator Knowledge Respon
sibility
sibility
As a condition of the Dixie Chopper warranty, the owner and operator(s) are fully responsible for having read, and
reasonably understood the proper operation and care of the Dixie Chopper Bagger unit
before attempting to
operate the machine.
Through the terms and conditions contained herein, Magic Circle Corporation, a.k.a. Dixie Chopper, warrants that
it will adjust, repair, or replace any factory original part used in the manufacturing of a Dixie Chopper Bagger unit,
found to be defective in material or workmanship.
Bagger Access
Bagger Access
ory
ory
The warranty period is limited to one year from the date of retail purchase on behalf of the original owner of a Dixie
Chopper bagger unit. This warranty will provide the cost of repair or replacement ( at the discretion of Dixie
Chopper) of the defective part, including labor.
Hose
,
,
Bags, and Belts
Bags, and Belts
Hose, bags, and belts are considered to be consumable wear items, and are therefore warranted for an initial period
of 90 days against materials or workmanship defects, not for wear or abuse.
Transportation for Warranty Repairs
Transportation for Warranty Repairs
A Dixie Chopper Bagger unit (including any defective part(s) requiring warranty repair, must be returned to an
authorized Dixie Chopper Service Dealer within the warranty period. The expense of transporting the unit to and
from the dealer for warranty work will be the responsibility of the unit owner.
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imitation of Warranty
imitation of Warranty
The Product Registration/Dealer Delivery Certifi cation must be mailed to Dixie Chopper within three days of the
original retail purchase date to enable accurate validation of the warranty period provided. Proof of purchase may
be required ( invoice & copy of product registration) from the unit owner to substantiate any warranty claim..
All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Dixie Chopper Servicing Dea
All warranty work must be performed by an authorized Dixie Chopper Servicing Dea
ler, using only Dixie
ler, using only Dixie
Chopper OEM parts
Chopper OEM parts
.
This warranty covers only Dixie Chopper Baggger units that are registered with the factory
when purchased new, properly maintained, and operated under conditions considered normal for commercial turf
equipment.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Read This Manual Carefully And Thoroughly Before Operating The Mower!
Training
1. Carefully and thoroughly read the owner’s manual. Allow adequate time to fully understand the
controls and operation of the equipment.
2. Never allow anyone to operate the mower that has not read and fully understood the owner’s
manual.
3. Do not carry passengers. Avoid mowing while people, especially children and pets are nearby,
since rotating blades can throw rocks and other items with enough force to cause serious in-
jury.
Before Use of Equipment
Operator:
Wear protective clothing while mowing. Long trousers and safety glasses will help reduce the risk
of injury from thrown objects. It is recommended that steel toe shoes with aggressive soles or some
other type of substantial footwear be worn to help protect your feet and maintain traction on slopes or
uneven ground. Always wear hearing protection.
Mowing Area:
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Look for items such as stones,
sticks, wire and other foreign objects. When struck by the mower, these and other objects may
become projectiles that could lead to serious injury and/or death.
Mower:
For your safety and the long life of your mower, always inspect the mower before each use. Before
inspection, make sure it is on a fl at and level surface, the blades are disengaged, the ignition switch
off with the key removed, and the spark plug wire is off of the spark plugs.
General Condition:
• Walk around the mower looking for any fl uid spills or leaks on or underneath the mower.
Remove any and all excessive debris, dirt, and/or fl uids.
• Look for signs of damage or excessive wear. Check the tightness of all nuts, bolts, pins, and
screws. Tighten any that may be loose and replace any that may have been lost during use.
• Be sure the safety interlock seat switch is operating properly so that the engine can not be
started unless the operator is in the seat with the blades disengaged.
• Check the mower blades for any damage or abnormal wear and replace in sets so that they
are balanced.
• Check the tire pressure on all four tires.
• Check all belts for proper wear and correct tension.
• Check engine oil and air fi lters as recommended in the engine manufacturers’ operators
manual.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Never allow individuals who have not read this Operator Manual to operate the mower.
2. Never allow children to operate mower. This mower is intended for adult use only.
3. Never operate the mower when barefoot or when wearing open sandals.
4. Thouroughly clear the work area of objects (wire, stones, sticks, bones, etc.) which may
damage the mower or cause personal injury to the operator, bystanders, or other property.
5. Before attempting to start the engine, engage parking brake, disengage the deck and all
attachment clutches and position the steering levers into the neutral lock position.
6. Give complete, undivided attention to the job at hand.
7. Whenever the deck is engaged, NEVER direct the discharge of material toward bystanders nor
allow anyone near the mower while in operation.
8. Whenever possible, avoid operating the mower in wet grass.
9. Mow only in well lit areas.
10. Use EXTREME CAUTION when mowing and/or turning on hill sides.
11. Reduce speed and exercise EXTREME CAUTION on slopes to prevent tipping over or loss of
control.
12. Never operate mower on slopes exceeding 15 degrees.
13. To avoid tipping over, avoid sudden motion when mowing uphill.
14. When mowing downhill, loss of traction may occur. Weight transfer to the front wheels may
cause drive wheels to slip and result in loss of control. To help re-gain control, increase
ground speed and gradually turn left or right followed by a decrease in ground speed to regain
directional control.
15. Do not mow slopes when grass is wet.
16. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.
17. Stay alert for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain, which may cause the mower to upset.
18. Keep away from drop-offs.
19. Do not operate the mower near any body of water, (lakes, ponds, riverbanks, etc.).
20. When backing up, make sure the area behind you is clear. Dixie Chopper’s zero turning radius
nearly eliminates the need for backing up. Simply turn the mower around within its own
dimension and proceed forward.
21. Disengage power to attachments, set parking brake, and stop engine before leaving the
operator position.
22. Disengage power to attachments, set parking brake, and stop engine before making any
adjustments.
23. Disengage power to deck and other attachemnts when the mower is being transported or not
in use.
24. Take all possible precautions when leaving mower unattended; such as disengaging deck,
engaging parking brake, lowerning attachments, placing steering levers into the neutral lock
position, stopping the engine, and removing the key.
25. Never operate the mower with defective guards, shields, or covers. Always have safety
shields, guards, switches, and other devices in place and in proper working condition.
26. Place OCDC in the down or operating position when discharge is toward road, street, or
property.
27. Keep hands, feet and clothing away from rotating parts anytime the mower engine is running.
28. Do not mow with damaged or worn blades. Make sure blades are properly balanced.
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
29. Stop the engine, set parking brake, and remove the key:
• After striking a foreign object. Inspect the mower for damage and make any repairs
before starting and operating the mower.
• Before making any adjustments or repairs.
• Before unclogging discharge chute.
• Before refueling.
• Before exiting the mower.
30. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
31. Uses care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
• Limit loads to those you can safely control.
• Do not turn sharply.
• Use care when backing.
• Use extreme caution on slopes.
• Loads should not be pulled down slopes. Load may exceed braking capabilities of the
mower causing serious injury or death.
32. Use caution when near or crossing driveways, parking lots, roads, and sidewalks.
33. Always run engine at idle for at least one minute (fi ve minutes maximum) for each hour of
previous running, before shutting down engine.
34. Never attempt to service or adjust the blower attachment while engine is running.
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SAFETY INFORMATION DECALS
The following decals are intended to alert you to potential hazards and to provide you
with important safety information. Should these decals become diffi cult to read or
are missing from the mower, contact your Dixe Chopper dealer for a replacement.
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44” Silver Eagle Deck Hanger
DAPDF5044-6
50” Deck Spacer Baffl e
DAPDF5044-5
44”/50” Spindle-Drive
Blower Pulley
0-06-144-0282-0
44”/50” Scroll Baffl e
DAPDF5044 60” Scroll Baffl e
DAPDF60 72” Scroll Baffl e
DAPDF72
44” Front Baffl e
DAPDF5044-11
60” Front Baffl e
DAPDF60-6
50” Front Baffl e
DAPDF5044-10
72” Front Baffl e
DAPDF72-5
V idler Pulley
AVI-56-006
60” Spindle Drive/
Blower Pulley
0-06-144-0279
Flat idler Pulley
FH-5216-2
72” Spindle-Drive
Blower Pulley
0-06-144-0281
Hopper Mounting
Bracket Left
FCPDF001-L
Hopper Mounting
Bracket Right
FCPDF001-R
Front WeighT
CWFPDF
Counterweight
Housing
CWDPDF-1
Counterweight
CWPDF-1
Bagger Ring
F2PDF005
Mounting Bracket
Foot
FCPDF020
PART IDENTIFICATION
50” Pulley Guard
PG50
60”/72” Pulley Guard
PG6072
DCB037
Hose
DAPDF72Kit
72” Deck Kit
DCD077
F2 Bag
FCPDF001-D
Diesel Hopper Kit
2006A62R
A62 Belt
A62 Belt
BLPDF020
Discharge Liner
DAPDF44Kit
44” Deck Kit
FCPDF029
Hardware Kit
DAPDF60Kit
60” Deck Kit
DAPDF50Kit
50” Deck Kit
FCPDF029-1
Clamps
DCT077
F3 Bag
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F5 PART IDENTIFICATION
Ref. #
Part #
Description
1
FCPDF002
Leg
2
FCPDF016-L
Angle Leg LH
Angle Leg LH
3
FCPDF016-R
Angle Leg RH
Angle Leg RH
4
F5PDF002
Main Body
5
FCPDF003
Inlet Tube
6
F5PDF003
F5 Door Assembly
7
F5PDF013
Handle Assembly
8
FCPDF026
Push Bar Straight
9
FCPDF028-R
Latch RH
10
FCPDF028-L
Latch LH
11
FCPDF027-L
Push Bar Left Bent
12
FCPDF027-R
Push Bar Right Bent
13
FCPDF023
Heat Shield
14
FCPDF024
L-Bracket
15
FCPDF025
Stabilizer
16
N/A
Clevis
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