Ariens 991065-Max Zoom 2552 Specifications

Owner/Operator ManualModels991056 – Max Zoom 2560991065 – Max Zoom 2552MAX ZOOM™03790900 11/08Printed in USAENGLISHFRANÇAISESPAÑOL

GB - 101. Fuel Tanks and Caps2. Steering Levers3. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir4. Ignition Switch5. Hour Meter6.Throttle Lever7. Choke Control8. Power Take

GB - 11CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee Figure 4 for Controls and Features locations.Safety Interlock SystemPerform the following tests to ensure the safety i

GB - 12Choke ControlPush the choke lever forward to start a cold engine. Pull the choke lever to the rear when the engine gets warm.Throttle Lever The

GB - 13Hour MeterRecords total number of hours the engine has been run.IMPORTANT: Keep a record of Hour Meter readings for recommended Lubrication and

GB - 14TO MOW WITH UNITOperate the unit only when seated in the operator’s position.1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm until it is running smoot

GB - 15FOR BEST PERFORMANCECut grass when it is dry.Keep mower blades sharp.Keep mower deck properly levelled.Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent sca

GB - 16Ariens Dealers will provide any service which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required

GB - 17HYDRAULIC FLUIDCheck Hydraulic Fluid LevelCheck the system with the unit cold and parked on a flat, level surface. Then run the unit for about

GB - 186. Install the filter guards removed in step 2. Tighten the mounting screws to 65 lbf-in (7.3 N•m).7. Fill with 20W-50 engine oil with an SL AP

GB - 19Sharpen the Mower Blades1. Remove mower blade from unit.Discard mower blade if:• More than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) of metal is removed.• Air lifts be

GB - 2Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Controls and Features .

GB - 20Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning the terminals.Remove Battery1. Shut OF

GB - 21LUBRICATE UNITApply oil at all pivot points and pin connections.STEERING CONTROL NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENTEliminating Excessive Creeping of the Unit (

GB - 22ADJUSTING THE UNIT TO TRACK STRAIGHTCheck and adjust tire pressure. Increase pressure on side unit tracks to. DO NOT exceed maximum recommended

GB - 23ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKEThe parking brake should not need adjustment, however if the parking brake does not hold the unit properly, the brak

GB - 241. Slowly release the tension on the long mower belt idler until all the tension is removed from the springs. 2. Remove long mower belt from le

GB - 25MOWER DECKSAnti-scalp Roller Adjustment The anti-scalp rollers are set at the factory for typical mowing height, but can be adjusted for high o

GB - 26Installing the Mower Deck (Figure 22) 1. Slide mower deck under unit.2. Connect mower mounting arms to deck with mower mounting pins.3. Install

GB - 27SHORT TERMNEVER spray unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage.Keep all

GB - 28ACCESSORIESPart No. Description79206400 Mulching Kit 52" Decks (991065)79206500 Mulching Kit 60" Decks (991056)79100500 Striper Kit 7

GB - 29SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 991056 991065Model Max Zoom 2560 Max Zoom 2552Engine KohlerKohlerEngine Model Number Courage CourageEngine Displace

GB - 3DISCLAIMERAriens reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without public notice or obligation to the purc

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

GB - 5Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.Go up and down slopes, not across.DO NOT oper

GB - 6ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating along streets or curbs.Keep chil

GB - 7Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces.Alwa

GB - 8When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such eq

GB - 93. Tires - See Specifications on page 29.4. Seat - See Seat Adjustments on page 12 and Service Position on page 16.5. Position Steering Levers -