Ariens 992808-ProZoom 3166S Specifications download pdf (Page 16)

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Side-Discharge Mowers

The mower has a pinned discharge shield that discharges

the clippings out of the side of the deck and onto the ground.

Uneven Terrain

Pre-plan mowing over uneven terrain so the grass will be

dry, minimizing wheel slippage and spinning, which will

damage the turf.

Before mowing, check the area to determine the best

procedure. Consider the grass type and height, and the type

of uneven terrain on which the mowing is to take place.

Avoid sudden starts and stops while traveling up or down

incline, and slow the ground speed while turning.

Grass Discharge

The mower deck has been designed to provide maximum air

flow for an even discharge of grass clippings. When mowing

tall, or lush grasses, select a lower mower ground speed, or

reduce the width of cut, for the best discharge efficiency.

For the best lawn appearance, do not mow when the grass

is wet or heavy with dew. Wet grass could plug the discharge

area of the mower, create an unnatural load on the blades

and spindles, and damage the mower deck belt. Wet grass

will also leave unsightly clumps on the lawn.

If the mower deck becomes clogged, back the unit out of the

uncut grass. If the mower will not clear itself, raise the deck,

shut off the engine, set the brake, remove the ignition key

and clean the bottom of the deck.

In medium and heavy cutting conditions, mow so the

discharged clippings will be AWAY from the uncut grass. In

light cutting, discharged clippings can be directed onto the

uncut grass, allowing them to be recut finer.

Tips For Efficient Mowing

Mowing blades should be checked regularly and kept sharp

to ensure the best lawn appearance.

Best results occur normally when the grass is maintained at

a height of 2–3 inches (50–80mm). It is best to cut the grass

often and not too short. To keep a healthy green lawn, do not

cut more than 1/3 of the overall grass blade height.

Mower engine speed while mowing should be at the

maximum rated RPM. This will ensure proper blade speed

for effective cutting and discharge of grass clippings.

Travel speed greatly affects mowing performance. Always

use a lower ground speed for slower mowing, rather than

lowering the engine RPM.

Mow often. Do not wait for the grass to get too tall. Short

grass clippings will disperse better and deteriorate faster.

Mowing areas with tall grass or weeds may require cutting at

maximum height of cut. After mowing once, recut the entire

area with the mower reset to the desired final height of cut.

PARKING

To park the unit:

1. Bring the steering levers to neutral and then push them

out to the park position.

2. Turn off the PTO, stop the engine, lower the deck to

the ground and remove the ignition key.

IMPORTANT: When parking on any slope, be sure to chock

the wheels on the downhill side to prevent the unit from

sliding.

DANGER: Without the discharge shield or a

complete grass collector installed, you and

others are exposed to rotating mower blades

and thrown debris. Contact with the mower

blades or flying debris could cause severe injury

or death.

The discharge deflector routes material down

toward the ground. Never remove the discharge

shield or operate the mower with a damaged

discharge deflector.

Never put your hands or feet under the mower.

Do not try to clear the mower discharge area or

mower blades without first turning the mower

PTO to off, turning the ignition key to off,

removing the key and disconnecting the battery

cable.

WARNING: To avoid the loss of control and to

prevent overturning the mower, always across

slopes, never up and down.

Pass diagonally through sharp dips. Avoid sharp

drop offs completely to prevent the mower from

becoming hung up.

Keep the power unit steering control levers

forward when going downhill.

WARNING: NEVER operate the mower with

the discharge shield in the raised position.

CAUTION: Clear the area of people, pets, and

all visible debris before beginning mowing

operations.

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