IKON-X & XL / ZT-X & XL Powered Bagger Operator’s Manual Manuel du Utilisateur Models 815043 – 42” / 52” / 60” Bagger (SN 003000 +) Requires hitch kit 71514900 for all models serial number 30000+ Requires additional kit 71514500 for installation on 60” decks Nécessite le kit d’attelage réf. 71514900 pour tous les modèles dont le numéro de série commence par 30000. Nécessite un autre kit réf. 71514500 pour installation sur carters de 152 cm (60").
TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Practices & Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emission Control System. . . . . . . . . . . . Required Operator Training . . . . . . . . . . Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety Rules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ASSEMBLY . . . .
WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Ariens Company family! Every machine in our lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your machine will be part of your family for many years to come. Have Questions or Need Assistance? gravelymower.com • gravely.custhelp.com ariensstore.com • ariens.custhelp.com A parts manual for your unit is available for free download or purchase at gravely.com or ariens.com.
SAFETY WARNING: AVOID INJURY. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death. Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to follow these rules could lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders, or result in damage to property or the machine.
. Important ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Replacement decal part numbers are found in the parts manual for your machine and may be ordered from your dealer. See Figure 2 for safety decal locations. IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference information worthy of special attention. SAFETY DECALS The safety decals on your machine are visual reminders of the important safety information in this manual. All messages on your unit must be fully understood and carefully followed.
Safety Decal Descriptions 4. CAUTION 1. WARNING! Always keep feet and hands away from rotating parts. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before opening cover. Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Avoid tip over and loss of control: DO NOT overload bagger. Use extreme caution on slopes. DO NOT make abrupt turns or speed changes. • Weight kit is required when using bagger. • Be aware of new turning radius.
SAFETY RULES Children The following safety instructions are based on the B71.1 specifications of the American National Standards Institute and ISO 5395 in effect at the time of production. Training Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in this manual before starting. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
Always install counterweights before operating unit with bagger attached. Always remove counterweights when bagger is removed from the unit. Under normal usage the bag material is subject to deterioration and wear. Check frequently for wear and damage and replace if necessary. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition. This product is equipped with an internal combustion type engine.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. DO NOT mow on moist or wet grass. Tires may lose traction causing a loss of control. Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine. DO NOT use on steep slopes. NEVER leave a running machine unattended. ALWAYS turn off blade(s), set parking brake, stop engine and remove key before dismounting.
NEVER fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. ALWAYS place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. Batteries Avoid electric shock. Objects contacting both battery terminals at the same time may result in injury and unit damage. DO NOT reverse battery connections. NEVER fuel the machine indoors. NEVER remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before fueling.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running (except where specifically recommended). Stop engine, remove key and spark plug wire and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing or cleaning. Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is used. Allow engine to cool before servicing. Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. On multiblade mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all blades to rotate. NEVER weld or straighten mower blades.
ASSEMBLY Item Description Qty Part Number 20 Studded Wing Knob 1 07500226 21 1/2"-13 x 2 3/4" Hex Bolt 1 05953500 22 1/2" x 1 1/4" Flat Steel Washer 1 06430200 Remove contents from carton carefully. Place bagger hood and frame parts on a flat piece of cardboard to avoid scratching.
REMOVAL WARNING: Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, belt guard, or other safety protective devices in place and working. 2. Align holes in spindle sheave (item 7) with top pins in spindle adapter and position spindle sheave on top of adapter. 3. Secure adapter and sheave with one 11/32" flat washer (item 8) and one 5/16" x 1" grade 8 micro epoxy patch hex bolt (item 9). CAUTION: Rotating one blade will cause all blades to rotate. Mower blades are sharp.
Install Rear Blower Mount Install Blower Assembly 1. From under deck install one 5/16" x 1" hex bolt (item 10) and secure with one 5/16" hex jam nut (item 11). See Figure 7. 1. Grasp the blower assembly by the handle and insert the front pin into the square tube on the front corner of the deck. Rotate the blower assembly in until the hole in the bracket aligns with the rear mounting stud and lower the blower over the stud. See Figure 9 and Figure 10.
Install Drive Belt 1. Rotate the idler assembly lever to the rear and down until it locks in the down position and fully retracts the idler pulley. See Figure 11. 4. Rotate the idler assembly lever up and forward to place tension on the belt. See Figure 13. IMPORTANT : There must be tension on the belt for the blower to operate. Figure 11 Figure 13 2. Determine the appropriate belt based on mower deck size. The part number is printed on the belt.
2. Position belt cover (item 18) (60" decks use belt cover included in kit 71514500) over deck and idler assembly and secure with two 3/8" x 1 1/2" flat washers (item 4) and two clamping knobs (item 5). See Figure 15. NOTICE : If mower does not have a trailer hitch, install hitch kit 71514900 before proceeding. See Figure 17. 5 4 Figure 17 18 2. Insert mount post into pocket in rear bumper and secure with studded wing knob (item 20). See Figure 18.
Install Support Pin Install Bagger Hose 1. Install 3/8" x 1" round head square neck bolt (item 25) through one 1/2" x 1" flat steel washer (item 39) and square hole in frame and secure with 3/8" jam nut (item 26). See Figure 19. See Figure 21. 1. Install hose fully on blower hose adapter (60" decks use hose included in kit 71514500). 2. Open latch on inlet on hood assembly and install hose on inlet. Close latch, making sure that latch attaches to one rib of hose.
Install Mesh Bag Assemblies 1. Install mesh bag assemblies to hood assembly frame. The smooth heatresistance surfaces of the mesh bags must face the engine. Close the hood and connect rubber latch. See Figure 23. 2. Insert six weight plates (item 34) into weight bracket and secure with two 1/2" x 2 1/4" hex bolts (item 36) and two 1/2" locking top flange nuts (item 35). See Figure 25. 35 Rubber Latch 34 36 Figure 25 Smooth heat-resistant side must face engine.
REMOVAL OPERATION WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 1. Release thumb latch retaining hose to hood assembly and remove hose from hood assembly and blower adapter. See Figure 21. 2. Remove mesh bags from hood assembly. See Figure 23. 3. Remove 3/8" wing knob retaining support strap and pull strap away from support pin. Do not remove support pin. 4. Remove wing knob from bottom of mount post and remove hood assembly from unit. See Figure 18. 5.
• The mesh bags are full and need to be emptied. See Emptying Mesh Bags on page 18. • There is a clog in the bagger. See Unclog Bagger on page 18. When the airflow indicator is facing forward, the air is unrestricted indicating that the mesh bags are not full and there are no clogs in the bagger. Airflow Restricted UNCLOG BAGGER WARNING: MOVING PARTS can cut or amputate body parts. NEVER attempt to clear blower assembly while engine is running.
• Always use full throttle when bagging. • Adjust ground speed as necessary to allow the bagger to pick up clippings. MAINTENANCE Your dealer will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Replace V-Belt 1. Remove belt cover. 2. Release belt tensioner. 3. Remove belt from spindle pulley and blower assembly. 4. Install new V-belt. See Install Drive Belt on page 13. 5. Reinstall belt cover. STORAGE WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Airflow indicator points straight up. Probable Cause Air flow is restricted. The mesh bags are full. Bagger fails to pick up grass or leaves. Bagger is clogged. V-belt not routed properly. Blower assembly clogged. Blower assembly stops or slows. V-belt is worn or damaged. Correction Mesh bags are full See Emptying Mesh Bags on page 18. Bagger is clogged See Unclog Bagger on page 18. Empty mesh bags See Emptying Mesh Bags on page 18. Unclog bagger See Unclog Bagger on page 18.
Consumer Mowing Equipment Limited Warranty Warr Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand lawn and garden consumer products purchased on or after 9/1/2016 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
• Promptly notify Ariens or an authorized Ariens, Gravely or Countax service representative of the need for warranty service. • Transport the product to and from the place of warranty service at owner's expense. • Have the warranty service performed by an authorized Ariens, Gravely or Countax service representative. To Find an Authorized Service Representative: In the U.S. and Canada: Use the dealer locator on our websites: www.ariens.com • www.gravely.com Or contact us by mail or by phone: In the U.S.
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