ZOOM Owner/Operator Manual Models 915055 - 1944 915057 - 2148 915059 - 2352 915065 - 1540 915067 - 1740 915501 - 1844 915502 - 1540 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Transfer model & serial number label from product registration here. Coller l’autocollant du modèle et du numéro de série dans cet encadré. Transferir aquí la etiqueta del modelo y número de serie del registro del producto.
Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . 11 SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . 16 SPECIFICATIONS .
Before Attempting To Operate Your Unit: 1. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed. 2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals. 3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the unit unless all controls function as described in this manual. 4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments. 5. Review Limited Warranty Policy. 6. Fill out a product registration card and return the card to the Ariens Company or go to www.ariens.com.
1 7 2 3 5 6 077541 4 OE0050 Figure 2 2. Danger! NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts. Avoid injury - Stay clear of rotating parts. OL1813 OL1816 4. Warning! 3. Danger! Always stand clear of discharge area. Always keep feet and hands away from rotating parts. OL1814 OL1809 Do not operate mower unless bagger is attached or guards are in operating position. Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge toward other people. OL1810 OL1815 5.
OL1803 Never direct discharge toward other people. Thrown objects can cause injury. Fill fuel tanks to 2-1/2 in. (6.35 cm) below bottom of filler neck. Look down and behind before and while backing. • Never fill fuel tank when engine is running, hot or unit is indoors. Never overfill fuel tank. • Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel. OL1804 OL1805 SAFETY RULES Never carry children. OL1806 10 MAX OL1807 Go up and down slopes, not across. DO NOT operate on slopes over 10°.
Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes being familiar with controls and actual operation. NEVER operate unit after or during the use of medication, drugs or alcohol. NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their alertness or coordination is impaired. Wear adequate safety gear, sturdy shoes, and protective gloves. DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair that may get caught in rotating parts. Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be thrown from unit.
ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and shut off fuel when transporting unit. Keep unit free of grass clippings, leaves, and other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills. This product is equipped with an internal combustion type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any unimproved, forest-covered or brush covered land unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in effective working order by operator.
ASSEMBLY Check Safety Interlock System WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. WARNING: Safety interlock failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Check system before each use to make sure it is functioning properly. Tools Required • Adjustable wrench • Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease. Unpack Unit See Safety Interlock System on page 11. Remove unit and all other components from the shipping container.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 2 1 4 3 5 6 7 15 14 7 13 12 11 10 OE0220 Figure 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Ignition Switch PTO Switch Throttle Lever Seat Steering Levers Parking Brake Fuel Tanks Headlights (915067, 055, 057, 059, 501) 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
Ignition Switch 1 2 3 4 OE0004 Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch Operate ignition switch with a removable key. Ignition switch has four positions: Stop (1), Headlight (2), Run (3), Start (4). See STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINE on page 14 for detailed instructions on how to start engine. 1 2 OE005 Fuel Shut-Off Valve Throttle Lever (915065, 067, 502) 1 Choke (1) – Use to start a cold engine. 3 1 OFF LEFT TANK RIGHT TANK 2 2 Engages (2) and disengages (1) mower blades.
Mower Lift Pedal (Figure 5) Raises and lowers mower deck. 2 1 3 2. Mower Lift Pedal 3. Adjustment Hole Figure 5 OE0060 1. Adjustment Pin 1 1 05304900 OE0090 2 3 1. Front Axle 2. Pivoting Position NOTE: The adjustment pin is used to set the height of the mower deck. See SPECIFICATIONS on page 29 for cutting height dimensions. 765 4 3 2 4 OE0240 3. Lockout Position 4. Axle Lock Hardware Figure 6 Adjusting Seat Lift adjustment lever and slide seat forward or backward to the desired position.
FILLING FUEL TANKS Stopping the Engine 1. Clean fuel caps and surrounding area to prevent dust, dirt, and debris from entering fuel tanks. 2. Remove fuel caps. IMPORTANT: See Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel. 3. Fill fuel tanks to 2-1/2 in. (6.35 cm) below bottom of filler neck. See SPECIFICATIONS on page 29 for capacity of fuel tanks. 4. Replace fuel caps. STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY Bring steering levers back to neutral, set parking brake, and turn off engine.
MOVING UNIT MANUALLY WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill. Disengage (2) transmission bypass levers to drive unit and engage (1) transmission bypass levers to push unit manually (figure 8). 1 Models 915065 and 502 2 1 2 05305600 1 Models 915055, 057, 059, 067, and 501 2 05305200 2 1 1. Transmission Bypass Lever Engaged 2.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information.
Interval Task Action Check Battery Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables on page 22). Lubricate Unit Apply grease to zerk (1) on each front wheel 25 Hours or Every Season 1 50 Hours or Every Season 100 Hours or Every Season Check Fasteners Check mower blade mounting hardware and all other fasteners. Replace fasteners that are missing or damaged. Tighten all nuts and bolts to the correct torque value. Check All Belts Replace worn or deteriorated belts.
OPENING AND CLOSING HOOD REMOVING MOWER DECK To open, pull up on the front of the hood to open and push down on top of hood to close until hood snaps into hood clips (figure 10). Remove (Figure 11) 2 1 1. Remove PTO belt from electric clutch (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 24). NOTE: Perform step 2 and 3 for the right and left side of unit. 2. Remove guide arm from front mount bracket. 3. Remove rear lift link, rear trunnion, front lift link, and front trunnion from mower deck and mower lift. 4.
7 8 5 6 5 4 9 3 2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mower Deck Front Trunnion Front Lift Link Front Mount Bracket Mower Lift 6. 7. 8. 9. Guide Arm PTO Belt Rear Trunnion Rear Lift Link 1 Figure 11 LEVELLING AND ADJUSTING PITCH OF MOWER DECK OE0230 IMPORTANT: The distance from rear edge of mower blades to the ground MUST NOT exceed 3 in. (7.6 cm) (figure 13). Mower Deck Shown 1 2 From The Side 3 Adjust on a level surface, with the tires inflated to the correct air pressure (see SPECIFICATIONS on page 29).
7. Check that the mower deck is level: a.Rotate right and left mower blades to face side-to-side. b.Measure outer edge of mower blades to ground. Measurement must be within 1/4 inch (6.35 mm). • If mower deck is not level, repeat steps 5 and 6. • If mower deck is level, record the distance from rear edge of mower blades to the ground and then adjust pitch of mower deck. Adjust Pitch of Mower Deck IMPORTANT: The mower blade end used to level the mower deck must be used to adjust the pitch of the mower deck.
Do not change angle of cutting edge or round the corner at the end of mower blade. 2. Sharpen mower blade by removing an equal amount of material from each end of mower blade. 3. Check mower blade balance by sliding mower blade on an unthreaded bolt. If blade is balanced, it should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of mower blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until mower blade is balanced. 4. Install mower blade on unit (see REPLACING MOWER BLADE on page 20).
Install (Figure 18) Models 915065 and 502 1. Install battery on the unit with battery hold-down bracket. 2. Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (–) cable. 3. Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery cable ends and terminals. 4. Tip seat back (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 17). 1 3 Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables (Figure 18) 2 1. Anti-scalp Roller 2. Lowest Position 3. Highest Position Figure 17 OE0310 1. Tip seat forward (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 17). 2.
Charging the Battery ADJUSTING STEERING LEVERS (Figure 18) Adjusting Steering Lever Height (Figure 19) WARNING: FROZEN BATTERIES CAN EXPLODE and result in death or serious injury. DO NOT charge a frozen battery. Let the battery thaw before charging. 1 Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid. • External Contact: Flush with water. • Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get medical attention immediately! • Internal Contact: Drink large quantities of water.
REPLACING PTO BELT Forward and Reverse Speed Adjustment Remove (Figure 21) (Figure 20) 1. Lower mower deck to the ground. IMPORTANT: The unit should track within 2 feet (0.61 m) of a straight line for 30 feet (9.14 m). The travel of the steering levers may need adjustment if: • The unit turns to the right or left when both steering levers are pushed as far forward as possible. • The unit turns to the right or left when both steering levers are pulled back as far rearward as possible.
REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT Remove (Figure 22) 2. Disconnect electric clutch connector. 3. Remove clutch stop. CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts well away from idler when performing this operation. 2 1 3 4 2 4. Disconnect idler spring. 5. Remove hydrostatic belt from hydrostatic transmission pulleys, pulley, electric clutch, and idler. 8 Install (Figure 22) 7 6 1. Hydrostatic Belt 2. Hydrostatic Transmission Pulley 3. Electric Clutch Connector 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine will not crank/start. Engine runs rough. PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Check safety interlock system (see Safety Interlock System on page 11). 2. Fuel tanks empty. 2. Fill fuel tanks (see FILLING FUEL TANKS on page 14). 3. Fuel shut-off valve closed. 3. Open fuel shut-off valve. 4. Discharged battery. 4. Charge battery (see Charging the Battery on page 23). 5. Poor connection between battery and battery cables. 5.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Unit moves 1. The parking brake needs with engine adjustment. off and 2. Faulty parking brake. parking brake engaged. Hour meter 1. Ignition key is in the run position continues to with engine turned off. run when engine is not running. 1. Incorrect tire pressure. CORRECTION 1. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 2. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 1. Turn ignition key to the off position. 1. david 1. Check tire pressure (see SPECIFICATIONS on page 29) Unit does not 2.
SERVICE PARTS ACCESSORIES Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to keep your unit running like new. Part No. Qty 03498400 1 40-Inch Mower Blade (915065, 067) 00173800 1 40-Inch Mower Blade (915502) 01593900 1 44-Inch Mower Blade (915055) 01599800 1 44-Inch Mower Blade (915501) 04919100 1 04916400 1 Description Part no.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Model Engine Type 915065 1540 915502 1540 915067 1740 915055 1944 915501 1844 Single Twin Single Cylinder Single Twin Cylinder Cylinder Cylinder Cylinder Kohler Briggs & Kohler Kohler Briggs & Stratton Stratton 915057 2148 915059 2352 Twin Cylinder Kohler Engine Power – HP (kW) at Governed 15 (11.2) 15 (11.2) 16 (11.9) 19 (14.2) 18 (13.4) 21 (15.7) 23 (17.2) RPM Max Governed RPM 3375 2850 3375 3250 2900 3250 Speed Forward Max. – m.p.h 6.0 (9.7) 6.5 (10.
2-Year Limited Warranty Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.
Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 Phone: 920-756-2141 Fax: 920-756-2407 www.ariens.