Ariens Promaster 144Z Specifications Page 1

Owner/Operator Manual00383400A 3/05Printed in USAModels992042 19HP PM144Z992043 21HP PM148Z992044 23HP PM152Z992051 23HP PM160Z992054 25HP PM152Z99205

GB - 10UNIT ASSEMBLYPackage Contents: Unit, Mower Deck and Literature PackUnpack UnitRemove unit and all other components from shipping container. Ope

GB - 11CONTROLS AND FEATURES1. Choke Control2. Throttle Lever3. Wing Knob4. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir5. Fuel Tanks and Caps6. Steering Levers7. Battery8

GB - 12CONTROLS and FEATURESSee Figure 4 for Controls and Features locations.Safety Interlock SystemPerform the following tests to ensure the safety i

GB - 13Throttle Lever Changes the engine speed.Fast (1) – Increases engine speed.Slow (2) – Decreases engine speed.Power Take Off (PTO) SwitchPower ta

GB - 14FILLING FUEL TANKAdd fuel to Fuel Tank as needed. See your Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel.To add fuel to the fuel tank:1. Pla

GB - 155. Turn the ignition key to the Off position and remove the key.MOVING THE UNIT WITH THE ENGINE OFFIMPORTANT: Never tow unit.1. Shut OFF engine

GB - 16Interval Task ActionEach UseCheck Safety Interlock System WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in

GB - 17Gravely Dealers will provide any service which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be require

GB - 185. Lubricate rubber gasket on new oil filter with clean hydraulic oil.6. Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until it makes contact. Tighte

GB - 19Remove Battery1. Place seat in the service position (See MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 15).2. Disconnect negative (–) cable first, then positive

2Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetP.O. Box 15 7Brillion, Wisconsin 54110-0157USATelephone (920) 756-2141Facsimile (920) 756-2407EC DECLARATION OF CON

GB - 20STEERING CONTROL NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTIf the steering levers do not line up (match) or the unit has excessive creeping when the steering levers ar

GB - 21If tire pressure adjustment does not solve tracking problem, adjust the limiter bolts on the stop bracket (Figure 12). Front bolts adjust forwa

GB - 224. Turn the return nuts clockwise to decrease the distance or counterclockwise to increase the distance until there is 1/16 to 1/8 in. (1.59 to

GB - 23MOWER DECKSAnti-scalp Roller AdjustmentThe anti-scalp rollers are set at the factory for typical mowing height, but can be adjusted for high or

GB - 24Installing the Mower Deck (Figure 21)1. Slide mower deck under unit.2. Install mower mounting arms on frame. 3. Install link chains on the mowe

GB - 25SHORT TERMNEVER spray unit with high pressure water or store unit outdoors.Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage.Keep all

GB - 26TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine does not crank.1. PTO engaged.2. Parking brake disengaged.3. Loose or corroded battery

GB - 27ACCESSORIESPart No. Description78805300 44 in. Mulching Kit78803400 48 in. Mulching Kit78803500 52 in. Mulching Kit79200300 60 in. Mulching Kit

GB - 28SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 992042 992043 992044 992051 992054 992055 992064 992077Model PM144Z PM148Z PM152Z PM160Z PM152Z PM160Z PM144Z PM144Z

GB - 29SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 992078 992079 992080 992081 992082 992083 992092 992093Model PM148Z PM152Z PM160Z PM152Z PM160Z PM144Z PM144Z PM148Z

3CE Sound and Vibration – Bruits et vibrations CE –CE Geräusch- und Vibrationswerte – CE Geluid en trilling – CE støj og vibration – Livello sonoro e

GB - 30SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 992094 992095 992096 992097 992310 992311Model PM152Z PM160Z PM152Z PM160Z PM144Z PM148ZEye-Q Optional StandardEngi

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GRAVELYA Division of Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetP.O. B o x 157Brillion, WI 54110-0157920-756-2141Fax 920-756-2407www.gravely.com

GB - 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GB - 52. Check the safety interlock system to make sure that it is functioning properly. With operator on seat, unit must not start unless steering le

GB - 6SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONSALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal locations.1. DANGER! TO AVOID SER

GB - 7Keep people away from unit while operating.Shut off engine, remove key, read manual before you adjust or repair unit.NO STEP! Always keep feet a

GB - 8ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.ALWAYS keep body and hands away

GB - 9DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and shut off fuel when transporting unit.Keep unit free of