Ariens 915145-Zoom XL 42 Specifications download pdf (Page 15)

STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF

ENGINE

Starting the Engine

NOTE: Disengage the PTO, engage the

parking brake, and place the steering levers

in neutral prior to starting the engine.

1. If the engine is cold, push the choke

control away from operator position to

start. If the engine is warm or hot, do not

use choke.

2. Move the throttle to 1/3 Fast position.

See Engine Manual for detailed

instructions.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter for

more than 15 seconds per minute as damage

can occur.

3. Turn ignition key to start position and

release once the engine has started.

4. Pull the choke lever toward operator

position when the engine is warm. Wait

until the engine is running smoothly

before operation.

IMPORTANT: Let the engine warm up

several seconds to several minutes

depending on outside temperature.

Stopping the Engine

1. Stop unit.

2. Disengage PTO.

3. Set throttle lever to slow.

4. Turn ignition switch to off position and

remove key.

5. Set parking brake.

OPERATING MOWER

1. Start engine.

2. Set throttle lever to fast.

IMPORTANT: Never engage PTO if mower is

plugged with grass or other material.

3. Engage PTO to start mower blades.

NOTE: The parking brake must be

disengaged prior to moving the steering

levers from the neutral lockout position.

4. Release parking brake.

5. Use steering levers to move the unit.

6. Disengage PTO to stop mower blades.

TRANSPORTING UNIT

ALWAYS shut off engine, set parking brake,

remove key, and close fuel shut-off valve or

drain fuel when transporting unit on a truck or

trailer. Tie unit down securely. Do not tie

down by linkages, guards, cables or other

parts that may be damaged.

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE

Cut grass when it is dry.

Keep mower blades sharp.

Keep mower deck properly leveled.

Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping.

Do not set height of cut too low. For very tall

grass, mow twice.

Do not travel too fast.

Mow with the engine set at full throttle.

When mulching, only remove 1/3 of grass

length per cutting.

Discharge clippings into areas already cut.

Vary cutting pattern with each mowing.

Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside

of mower deck. Clean after each use.

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