Ariens Zoom XL 54 Specifications

Zoom XLOwner/Operator ManualManuel Du Propriétaire/UtilisateurENGLISHModels915163 – Zoom XL 42 (SN 030000 +)915165 – Zoom XL 48(SN 030000 +)915173 – Z

EN - 10When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such e

EN - 11Tools Required• Adjustable wrench• 9/16" wrench• Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease.Unpack UnitRemove unit and all other components from

EN - 12 Check Engine Oil LevelRefer to Engine Manual.Level Mower DeckSee LEVELING AND ADJUSTING PITCH OF MOWER DECK on page 21.Fill Fuel TankFill fuel

EN - 131. Ignition Switch2. PTO Switch3. Throttle Lever4. Seat5. Steering Levers6. Parking Brake7. Fuel Tank8. Mower Lift Pedal9. Mower Deck10. Discha

EN - 14CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee Figure 5 for all controls and features locations.Safety Interlock SystemPerform the following tests to ensure the safe

EN - 15Timer (TMR1): measures the time spent on individual jobs. Press and hold the toggle button to reset the timer to zero. TMR1 will then start mea

EN - 16Adjusting SeatLift adjustment lever and slide seat forward or backward to the desired position.FILLING FUEL TANKTo add fuel to the fuel tank:1.

EN - 17NOTICE: This unit is not equipped with the return to neutral function. The control arms must be manually brought back to neutral from the forwa

EN - 18FOR BEST PERFORMANCECut grass when it is dry.Keep mower blades sharp.Keep mower deck properly leveled.Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scal

EN - 19Each UseCheck Mower BladesCAUTION: Check for worn or damaged mower blades.Follow Engine Manual Mainten-ance SchedulePerform scheduled engine ma

EN - 2Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Controls And Features .

EN - 20TIPPING SEAT FORWARDMove steering levers to neutral position and rotate handles outward. Tip seat forward.OPENING AND CLOSING HOODTo open, pull

EN - 21LEVELING AND ADJUSTING PITCH OF MOWER DECKNOTICE: Adjust on a level surface, with the tires inflated to the correct air pressure (see Specifica

EN - 22The Pitch Of The Mower Blades From Side-To-SideFigure 15• Should be within 1/4" (6.35 mm) as measured on each side of the mower deck.NOTIC

EN - 23SERVICING BATTERYNOTICE: Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning the terminals

EN - 24Charging the BatteryFigure 19Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid.• External Contact: Flush with water.• Eyes: Flush with

EN - 253. Adjust Steering Lever Forward or Backward1. Loosen, do not remove, the bolts securing the handlebar to the upper control arm.2. Slide steer

EN - 264. Remove PTO belt from left mower deck pulley.5. Slowly release idler arm until tension is removed from idler spring.6. Remove PTO belt from m

EN - 273. Install the expansion tank cap and then purge the system. See “Purging the Hydraulic System” on page 27.Change Hydraulic Fluid and FilterFig

EN - 28Short Term StorageIMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a

EN - 29TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine will not crank/start. 1. Safety interlock system is not engaged or is faulty. 1. Check s

EN - 3UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTSUse only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this unit with anything other than an Ariens aut

EN - 30Engine overheats. 1. Engine oil level low. 1. Add engine oil. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Cooling system plugged. 2. C

EN - 31ACCESSORIESSee your authorized Ariens dealer to add these optional accessories to your unit.Part No. Description71502900 Dump Cart71509000 42&q

EN - 32SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 915163 915165 915173Model Zoom XL 42 Zoom XL 48 Zoom XL 54Engine Kohler Kohler KohlerDisplacement – in. 3 (cc)44.2 (

Consumer 2012 Rev. AEN - 33Consumer Mowing Equipment Limited WarrantyAriens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely a

Consumer 2012 Rev. AEN - 34To obtain warranty service, the original purchaser must:• Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner&ap

The engine exhaust from this productcontains chemicals known to the Stateof California to cause cancer, birthdefects or other reproductive harm.WARNIN

EN - 4SAFETY ALERTSThe safety alert symbol is used in decals and with this manual. Understand the safety message. It contains important information ab

EN - 5TO AVP0780040307800401KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY02988100Figure 2124356 1. DANGER!Discharge Hazard – NEVER operate unit without discharge chute in

EN - 6Keep feet and hands away from all rotating or moving parts.DO NOT step or stand in this area. 3. DANGER!Discharge Hazard – NEVER operate unit wi

EN - 7EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMThis equipment and/or its engine may include exhaust and evaporative emissions control system components required to meet

EN - 8dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. Contact your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls a

EN - 9Stop engine before removing grass catcher or unclogging chute.DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.DO NOT mow with the