Max Zoom™ Owner/Operator Manual Manuel du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 991085 – Max Zoom 48 (SN 30000 +) 991086 – Max Zoom 52 (SN 30000 +) 991087 – Max Zoom 60 (SN 30000 +) E10 The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty. L’utilisation d’une essence contenant plus de 10% d’éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . 13 SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . 19 WARRANTY . . . . . . . .
Customer Note: If the Dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to www.ariens.com on the Internet. UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this equipment with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, and safety of this unit and may void the warranty.
SAFETY SIGNAL WORDS WARNING: 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. Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
1. Safety Decal Identification 1 6 P 5 07800403 4 3 2 07800401 7 KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY 02 98 81 00 Figure 2 2. Safety Decal Description To avoid amputation hazard do not put hands near moving belts. 1. DANGER! DANGER! Keep hands away from all rotating or moving parts. Read and understand the operator’s manual before operating unit. Keep all guards and shields in place. 1.1 Amputation Hazard 1.2 Discharge Hazard To avoid amputation hazard do not put hands near rotating blades.
Remove key and disconnect spark plug before servicing or making adjustments to unit. Keep children and others away from unit while unit is in operation. 1.5 Bystander Hazard Do not operate mower unless all guards are in operating position or bagger is attached. DO NOT operate the unit in the presence of bystanders. 1.3 Tipping Hazard Avoid tipping hazard. Do not carry passengers. DO NOT operate on slopes over 15°. Look behind when operating the unit in reverse. 5 5 1.
2. DANGER! 4. DANGER! Discharge Hazard – NEVER operate unit without discharge chute in operating position. Thrown objects can cause injury or damage. Discharge Hazard – NEVER operate unit without discharge chute in operating position. Thrown objects can cause injury or damage. Do not operate mower unless all guards are in operating position or bagger is attached. Do not operate mower unless all guards are in operating position or bagger is attached. 3. DANGER! 5.
Training Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before starting. Be sure the area is clear of bystanders and pets before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. Never carry children, even with the blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation. Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel-soaked debris. Operation Never engage PTO while raising the attachment, including mower blades, or when attachment is in the raised position. Keep safety devices or guards in place and functioning properly. Never modify or remove safety devices. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Slope Operation Fuel Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it. To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. DO NOT operate on slopes of more than 15°. Mow up and down slopes, not across.
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills. On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment may cause loss of control. ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop. Release any pneumatic or hydraulic pressure from components slowly.
ASSEMBLY 1 WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. 2 3 1 UNIT ASSEMBLY Package Contents Unit, Mower Deck and Literature Pack Preparation Checklist Refer to the Owner/Operator manual as required. 1. Unpack Unit – Remove shrink wrap and packaging materials. 2. Remove Unit From Container – Open Bypass Valves (dump valves) (See Moving the Unit with the Engine Off on page 17). Push unit from container onto a level surface. Close the bypass valves. 3.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 15 2 3 13 1 9 4 7 6 14 8 12 11 5 Figure 4 1. Fuel Tank and Cap 2. Steering Levers 3. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 4. Ignition Switch 5. Hour Meter 6. Throttle Lever 7. Choke Control 8. Power Take Off (PTO) Switch 9. Battery 10. Mower Lift Pedal 11. Mower Deck 12. Mower Lift Lock 13. Seat Adjustment Lever 14. Parking Brake 15.
OPERATION Steering Levers WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. CONTROLS AND FEATURES A B C D See Figure 4 for Controls and Features locations. 07757600B Safety Interlock System WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Test this system each time the unit is operated. If this system does not function as described, do not operate until repairs are made.
Throttle Lever 1 The throttle lever changes the engine speed. Move the throttle lever to Fast (1) to increase engine speed. Move the lever to Slow (2) to decrease engine speed. Cutting Height: Put cutting height adjustment pin in desired hole. Push mower lift pedal forward and hold it while pushing down on the lift lock. Slowly lower mower lift pedal until deck lift contacts cutting height adjustment pin. Parking Brake Lever 1. Pull lever up to engage parking brake. 2.
• • Display Toggle Button FILLING FUEL TANK WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. Add fuel to Fuel Tank as needed. See your Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel. To add fuel to the fuel tank: Clean, fresh gasoline. A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use may require a different octane. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable.
4. Check Tire Pressure 2. Move the throttle lever to the “Slow” position. 3. Turn the ignition key to the “Off” position. See Specifications on page 33 for correct tire pressure. 5. Check Hydraulic Fluid Level TO MOW WITH UNIT See Check Hydraulic Fluid Level on page 21. Operate the unit only when seated in the operator’s position. 1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm until it is running smoothly. 2. Release parking brake. 6.
4. Disengage parking brake. 5. Push unit to desired location. 6. Engage parking brake. 7. Push the right and left bypass levers to the drive position. Push Lever In to Drive Position FOR BEST PERFORMANCE Cut grass when it is dry. Keep mower blades sharp. Keep mower deck properly levelled. Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping. Do not set height of cut too low. For very tall grass, mow twice. Do not travel too fast. Mow with the engine set at full throttle.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following charts show the recommended service schedule. More frequent service may be required due to working conditions (heavy loads, high ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne debris). See the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding.
Period Service Task Every 25 Hours Check Mower Blades Check mower blades for wear. Sharpen or replace as needed. See Mower Blades on page 22. Check Air FIlter Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required. Follow Engine Manual for maintenance schedule. Lubricate Unit Oil all pivot points and pin connections. Grease lube fittings. See Lubricate Unit on page 24. Check Brake Gap Adjust gap if necessary. See Adjusting the Parking Brake on page 26. Clean Battery Keep battery and its terminals clean.
2 1 Check Hydraulic Fluid Level 2 Check the system with the unit cold and parked on a flat, level surface. Then run the unit for about one minute and recheck the levels. To Add Hydraulic Fluid: 1. Remove the cap from the expansion tank. 2. Fill the expansion tank with 20W-50 engine oil with an SL API classification until oil level reaches the cold fill line on the tank. 3. Install the expansion tank cap and then purge the system. See Purging the Hydraulic System on page 22. 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4.
7. Fill with 20W-50 engine oil with an SL API classification until oil appears at the bottom of the drain plug (about 2 quarts per transaxle). Install the drain plug and tighten it to 180 lbf-in (20.3 N•m). 8. Repeat steps 1 – 7 for the other transaxle. 9. Follow the instructions in To Add Hydraulic Fluid: on page 21. MOWER BLADES 2 1 5. Start the engine and slowly move the steering levers in forward and reverse five or six times. 6. Stop the engine, check the oil level and add oil as needed. 7.
BATTERY Sharpen the Mower Blades CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blades while on unit. An unbalanced mower blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to unit. Check mower blade balance before reinstalling blades. NEVER weld or straighten bent blades. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. 1. Remove mower blade from unit. Discard mower blade if: • More than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) of metal is removed. • Air lifts become eroded. • Blade is bent or broken.
4. Charge battery according to charger and battery manufacturers’ instructions. 5. Replace battery. See Replace Battery on page 23. 2 1 Jump-Starting Ariens does not recommend jump-starting your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine and electrical system components. See your engine manual for more detailed information. LUBRICATE UNIT Apply oil at all pivot points and pin connections. 3 1 1. Negative terminal 2. Positive terminal 3. Battery Figure 10 1. Remove battery from unit.
4. Loosen tie rod jam nuts and turn tie rod until steering levers are aligned. 5. Tighten jam nut on tie rod, tighten brake interlock. 5. Move the steering levers from Forward to Reverse several times to make sure controls are free. Then return steering levers to neutral position. 6. Check wheel(s) for movement. NOTE: The right and left hydraulic pumps are adjusted the same way. 7. If a wheel moves, adjust the return to neutral mechanism on the hydraulic pump: a.
2 1. Shut OFF engine. Engage parking brake. Remove the ignition key. 2. Remove the spacer, handle, and eccentric spacer from the steering lever. NOTE: Position the right and left handles at the same height position. 3. Install the spacer, handle, and eccentric spacer in the appropriate height position. Do not tighten the nut holding the eccentric spacer. 4. Turn the eccentric spacer until the right and left handles are the same height. Tighten nut. 3 2 1 1 ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKE 4 1. 2. 3. 4.
1 1 2 2 3 3 1. Parking Brake Cable 2. Adjuster 3. Nuts 1. Footboard in open position 2. Support Frame 3. Pivot Figure 16 Figure 15 Replacing Mower Belts PTO BELT NOTE: Long mower belt must be removed to remove short mower belt. WARNING: MOVING PARTS can cut or amputate body parts. ALWAYS wait for moving parts to stop before performing maintenance or service. CAUTION: DAMAGED OR WORN BELTS may result in injury and/or damage to unit. Check belts for excessive wear or cracks often.
3 2. Remove the PTO belt from the mower clutch sheave (See Replacing Mower Belts on page 27). 2 CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts well away from idlers when performing this operation. 5 3. Slowly release the tension on the hydro pump belt idler until all the tension is removed from the springs. 4. Remove old hydro pump belt from right hand hydrostat sheave first (Figure 18). 5. Install new hydro pump belt by positioning belt on sheaves.
MOWER DECKS Anti-scalp Roller Adjustment The anti-scalp rollers are set at the factory for typical mowing height, but can be adjusted for high or low cutting conditions (Figure 18). Anti-Scalp rollers are intended to prevent lawn scalping, not to control cutting height. For a very high cutting height, set the antiscalp rollers in the lowest position on the bracket. For a very low cutting height, set the antiscalp rollers in the highest position on the bracket.
5. Level mower deck (See Leveling the Mower Deck on page 30). Blade Side-to-Side Level Leveling the Mower Deck These adjustments should be made on a level surface with the tires inflated to the correct air pressure. Check Blade Level and Pitch 1. Raise mower deck to a 3" (7.62 cm) cutting height. 2. Shut off engine. Engage parking brake. Remove the ignition key. NOTE: Place blocks under the bottom edge of the deck, not under the reinforcement bar welded along deck face. 3.
CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT If clutch fails to engage or disengage properly or begins to make abnormal noise, check the air gap adjustment at the three inspection slots. To check: 1. Stop engine, remove key and wait for all hot parts to cool. 2. Measure the air gap between the armature and the rotor. Minimum: A .016" feeler gauge should slide between armature and rotor with slight contact. Maximum: A .020" feeler gauge should slide between armature and rotor with slight contact. 3. Repeat for each inspection slot.
ACCESSORIES SERVICE PARTS Part No. Description Part No.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Model Engine Engine Displacement – in3 (cc) Governed RPM (May be different from maximum RPM) Liquid or Air Cooled Speed Forward Maximum – mph (km/h) Reverse Maximum – mph (km/h) Turning Radius Brakes Electrical Starter Battery Power Take-Off Fuel Fuel Type Fuel Tank Capacity – gal. (L) Transmission Type Transmission Oil Hydraulic Oil Filter Size and Weight Length – in. (cm) Width (With Chute Up) – in. (cm) Height – in. (cm) Weight – lbs (kg) Tires Front Tire Size – in.
Consumer Mowing Equipment Limited Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand lawn and garden consumer products purchased on or after 1/1/2012 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
To obtain warranty service, the original purchaser must: • Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner's manual. • 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.
To obtain warranty service, the original purchaser must: • Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner's manual. • 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.
Ariens 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 920-756-4688 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
