Ariens 915103-1840 Specifications

Owner/Operator ManualModels915107 – 2450915105 – 2150915103 – 1840915101 – 1634Zoom®02997700B 2/08Printed in USAENGLISH

GB - 10Check function of all controlsSee OPERATION on page 12.1. Steering Lever2. Seat3. Eccentric SpacerFigure 31312

GB - 111. Throttle Lever2. Choke Control3. Ignition Switch4. PTO Switch5. Seat6. Steering Levers7. Fuel Tank8. Mower Lift Pedal9. Mower Deck10. Discha

GB - 12CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee figure 4 for all controls and features locations.Safety Interlock SystemPerform the following tests to ensure the safe

GB - 13Power Take-Off (PTO) SwitchEngages (2) and disengages (1) mower blades.Steering Levers• Reverse (1) – Pull both steering levers backward.• Forw

GB - 14STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINEStarting the EngineNOTE: Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and place the steering levers in neutral

GB - 15IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenanc

GB - 16Each Use Follow Engine Manual Mainten-ance SchedulePerform scheduled engine maintenance. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.NOTE:

GB - 17TIPPING SEAT FORWARDPut steering levers up and tip seat forward (figure 7).SEAT ADJUSTMENT1. Tip the seat forward.2. Loosen mounting hardware a

GB - 18Install (Figure 8)1. Slide mower deck under unit.NOTE: Perform step 2 and 3 for the right and left side of unit.2. Install front and rear trunn

GB - 19The Forward Pitch Of The Mower Blades (Figure 10):• Should be 0.0 in. (0.0 mm) to 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) pitched forward.NOTE: This measurement must

GB - 2SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . .

GB - 20Adjusting The Mower Deck To Adjust Mower Blade Height And Pitch (Figure 12):NOTE: Adjusting the mower deck will adjust he height and pitch of t

GB - 211. Remove mower blade from unit (see REPLACING MOWER BLADE on page 20).Ariens recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional. Conta

GB - 223. Clean battery cable ends, negative (–) terminal, and positive (+) terminal with a wire brush and rinse with a weak baking soda solution.4. C

GB - 23Forward and Reverse Speed Adjustment (Figure 14)IMPORTANT: The unit should track within 2 feet (0.61 m) of a straight line for 30 feet (9.14 m)

GB - 24REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELTRemove (Figure 16)1. Remove PTO belt (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 23).2. Disconnect Electric Clutch Connector from

GB - 25Short Term StorageIMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

GB - 26Engine runs rough. 1. Choke engaged. 1. Disengage choke. 2. Air filter cartridge plugged. 2. Clean or replace air filter cartridge. Refer to E

GB - 27Unit does not travel in a straight line. 1. Incorrect tire pressure. 1. Check tire pressure (see SPECIFICATIONS on page 29) 2. Steering levers

GB - 28SERVICE PARTSBe sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to keep your unit running like new.Part No. Qty Description51510000 1 Spindle Assembly0

GB - 29SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 915107 915105 915103 915101Model 2450 2150 1840 1634EngineType Briggs & Stratton ELSBriggs & Stratton IntekE

GB - 3DELIVERYCustomer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility

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GB - 4NOTATIONSNOTE: General reference information for proper operation and maintenance practices.IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information requi

GB - 54. WARNING!5. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH6. HOT SURFACES!7. CAUTIONAlways stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge to

GB - 68. DANGER!EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM CERTIFICATION LABELTampering with emission controls and components by unauthorized personnel may result in sev

GB - 7NEVER direct discharge towards persons or property. Thrown objects may ricochet back towards operator. ALWAYS stand clear of the discharge area.

GB - 8NEVER 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 v

GB - 9Tools Required• Adjustable wrench• Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease.Unpack UnitRemove unit and all other components from the shipping contai