Ariens 915501 Service Manual

Zoom00173200 09/03Printed in USA Service ManualAriens Models 915035, 037, 039, 041, 313, 501Gravely Models 915034, 036, 038, 040

4 - 9Safety Interlock System 4.2 FUEL LEVELFuel Shut-Off ValveUse this valve to control fuel flow from left (1) or right (2) fuel tank (Figure 3).Ope

4 - 10IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenance

4 - 1150 Hours or Every SeasonChange Engine OIl2Drain engine oil by opening oil drain petcock. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.Check

4 - 124.4 REMOVE MOWER DECKRemove (Figure 5)1. Remove PTO belt from electric clutch.NOTE: Perform step 2 and 3 for the right and left side of unit.2.

4 - 13b. 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

4 - 146. Move top jam nuts down to tighten on the nyloc jam nut. Tighten the jam nuts against each other.7. Return to step one and repeat until the un

4 - 154.9 ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKEWhen properly adjusted the parking brake will lock the linkage on both drives and activate the safety switch (Fi

5 - 165.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate engine problems and give possible causes and corrective

5 - 175.2 CHECKING ENGINE OILCheck the engine oil daily prior to use.IMPORTANT: Never operate the engine with the oil below the low mark on the dipst

5 - 185. Remove the throttle and choke control from the engine.6. Remove the electrical wiring from the engine (charge lead, starter cable, fuel solen

1Section 1 - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21.1 The Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21.2 S

6 - 196.1 CLUTCH TO DECK DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Remove (Figure 13)1. Lower mower deck to the ground.2. Remove belt covers from mower deck.3. Hook a p

6 - 206.3 SHARPENING MOWER BLADE1. Remove mower blade from unit.Ariens recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional. Contact your Arien

7 - 217.1 HYDRO TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate hydro transmission problems and give possibl

7 - 227.2 HYDROSTATIC BELT REPLACEMENTRemove (Figure 16)1. Remove PTO belt.2. Disconnect electric clutch connector.3. Remove bracket.4. Disconnect id

7 - 237.5 HYDRO-GEAR TRANSMISSION INSTALLATIONInstall the transaxle assembly into the tractor frame with the axle subassembly installed.1. Make sure

7 - 24Adjust Electric Clutch (Figure 19) NOTE: Ariens/Gravely recommends having the electric clutch adjusted by a professional. Contact your Ariens/Gr

8 - 258.1 LIFT SYSTEMRefer to Figure 20.The mower pan lift system is a manual lift system controlled by the operator.Lower deck onto blocks to remove

9 - 269.1 FUEL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate fuel system problems and give possible causes are c

9 - 279.2 FUEL PUMPThe impulse style fuel pump is the most commonly used fuel pump. Impulse fuel pumps may either be mounted externally onto the carb

10 - 2810.1 TOOLSThere are some specialized tools and test equipment that are needed for electrical repair work. A brief description of these follows

1 - 21.1 THE MANUALThe purpose of this manual is to provide complete instructions for service, maintenance, disassembly, repair, and installation of

10 - 29Voltage MeasurementThere are two basic rules to be remembered when using a voltmeter. A voltmeter measures the voltage difference between the t

10 - 30NOTE: Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning the terminals.Clean BatteryCorro

10 - 31IMPORTANT: When distilled water is added to battery during freezing weather, battery must be charged to mix water with electrolyte, or water wi

10 - 32To jump start the battery:1. Ensure battery is not frozen. If the fluid is frozen, remove battery from unit and allow to thaw before charging.2

10 - 33Ignition SwitchNOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram of the unit (Continu-ity Diagram) to determine switch functions and test using the methods des

10 - 34If the fuse and lamps are good, check the circuit with an AC/DC voltmeter.10.7 FUSESFuses are connected in electrical circuits to protect the

10 - 35terminal (B) to terminal (A). Terminal (A) on the ignition switch supplies battery voltage to the back of the PTO switch on the purple lead and

10 - 3610.11 WIRING DIAGRAMSOffBLACK+-HOURMETERWHITE /BLACKBROWN / WHITE12SEATSWITCH12MAGNETOKILLREDPURPLE /WHITEPTOCLUTCHABPTOSWITCH13947FUELSOLENIO

10 - 37Operator Off Seat, Start, PTO OffBLACK+-HOURMETERWHITE /BLACKBROWN / WHITE12SEATSWITCH12MAGNETOKILLREDPURPLE /WHITEPTOCLUTCHABPTOSWITCH13947FUE

10 - 38Operator Off Seat, Run, PTO OffBLACK+-HOURMETERWHITE /BLACKBROWN / WHITE12SEATSWITCH12MAGNETOKILLREDPURPLE /WHITEPTOCLUTCHABPTOSWITCH13947FUELS

2 - 32.1 SAFETY ALERTSLook for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:Attention! Personal Safety Is Involved!Become Ale

10 - 39Operator On Seat, Run, PTO On, DrivingBLACK+-HOURMETERWHITE /BLACKBROWN / WHITE12SEATSWITCH12MAGNETOKILLREDPURPLE /WHITEPTOCLUTCHABPTOSWITCH139

10 - 4010.12 CONTINUITY DIAGRAMPE0520SolenoidNOT ENERGIZEDENERGIZEDThe diagrams below show the various states of connection for electrical components

10 - 4110.13 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTo Starter3124567891. Clutch Switch2. Relay3. Double Pole Switch N.O./N.O.4. 25 Amp Fuse5. 10 Amp Fuse6. Switch N.O.7.

11 - 4211.1 MOWER SPINDLE REMOVAL1. Remove the mower deck from the unit for disassembly of the mower.2. Remove the mower spindle covers.3. Remove the

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2 - 42. If a preservative fluid was used in fuel tank, drain and discard. Fill fuel tank with fresh new fuel.2.9 SAFETY RULESWalk Around InspectionCo

2 - 5Avoid Sharp Edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. Wear gloves to service unit when handling sharp edges

3 - 6Ariens ModelsSECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 915035 915037 915039 915041 915501 915313Description 1640 1844 2048 2252 1844 2252Engine Sing

3 - 7Gravely ModelsModel Number 915034 915036 915038 915040Description ZT1640 ZT1844 ZT2048 ZT2252Engine Single CylinderBriggs & StrattonTwin Cyli

4 - 84.1 CONTROLS AND FEATURESSECTION 4 - GENERAL MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS1. Ignition Switch2. PTO Switch3. Throttle Lever4. Choke Control (9150