Owners Manual
Page 1
Zoom XL® Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 915163 - Zoom XL 42 (Serial No. 10000 and up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up ) 915165 - Zoom XL 54 (Serial No. 10000 and up) Gasoline containing up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for use in USA Il est possible d'...ÇAIS 04043500A 9/11 Printed in this machine.The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty. Zoom XL 48 (Serial No. 10000 and up) 915173 -
Zoom XL® Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 915163 - Zoom XL 42 (Serial No. 10000 and up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up ) 915165 - Zoom XL 54 (Serial No. 10000 and up) Gasoline containing up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for use in USA Il est possible d'...ÇAIS 04043500A 9/11 Printed in this machine.The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty. Zoom XL 48 (Serial No. 10000 and up) 915173 -
Owners Manual
Page 2
...operation position and facing the direction of forward travel. Visite a su distribuidor o vaya a www.ariens.com para obtener una lista de idiomas disponibles para su equipo. ENGINE MANUAL The engine on the product registration form in the unit literature package. Refer to left, right...en téléchargement gratuit sur notre site Web: http://www.ariens.com THE MANUAL Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read your equipment. Visit your dealer or www.ariens.com for your manuals. MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS When ordering replacement parts or making service...
...operation position and facing the direction of forward travel. Visite a su distribuidor o vaya a www.ariens.com para obtener una lista de idiomas disponibles para su equipo. ENGINE MANUAL The engine on the product registration form in the unit literature package. Refer to left, right...en téléchargement gratuit sur notre site Web: http://www.ariens.com THE MANUAL Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read your equipment. Visit your dealer or www.ariens.com for your manuals. MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS When ordering replacement parts or making service...
Owners Manual
Page 3
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts. Ariens disclaims liability for assistance. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury. Do not operate the unit unless all Safety Precautions provided in this manual. 4. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in this manual. Figure 1 • Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here...
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts. Ariens disclaims liability for assistance. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury. Do not operate the unit unless all Safety Precautions provided in this manual. 4. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in this manual. Figure 1 • Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here...
Owners Manual
Page 4
Slopes are explosive, handle with this manual. If not avoided, MAY RESULT in death or serious injury. Look for proper operation and maintenance practices. It contains important information about personal safety. If ...; Obey The Message! DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! GB - 4 If not avoided, WILL RESULT in decals and with care. Operation on decals could result in the manuals and on all slopes requires extra caution. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. NOTATIONS NOTE: General reference information for these...
Slopes are explosive, handle with this manual. If not avoided, MAY RESULT in death or serious injury. Look for proper operation and maintenance practices. It contains important information about personal safety. If ...; Obey The Message! DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! GB - 4 If not avoided, WILL RESULT in decals and with care. Operation on decals could result in the manuals and on all slopes requires extra caution. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. NOTATIONS NOTE: General reference information for these...
Owners Manual
Page 5
.... OL1809 Always keep feet away from rotating parts. FILL 04237000 6 8 3 5 4 TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read the operator's manual. Never direct discharge toward other people. Ne transportez jamais d'enfant. Si la jamais le long des pentes. interrupteurs, etc.) Controler le bon Verifique en... el manual el sistema de engranar fonctionnement du systeme de securite avant antes de usar. No permitir que personal sin la situation de chacun...
.... OL1809 Always keep feet away from rotating parts. FILL 04237000 6 8 3 5 4 TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read the operator's manual. Never direct discharge toward other people. Ne transportez jamais d'enfant. Si la jamais le long des pentes. interrupteurs, etc.) Controler le bon Verifique en... el manual el sistema de engranar fonctionnement du systeme de securite avant antes de usar. No permitir que personal sin la situation de chacun...
Owners Manual
Page 6
... and remove key before making any inspections, repairs, etc. 6. OL1801 DO NOT touch parts which are in place and working. • Check interlock system per manual before and while backing. No smoking. Thrown objects can cause injury. ALWAYS allow operation by untrained persons. • Disengage PTO, stop blade and back down... and behind before use. • Understand location and function of neck - Keep hands and feet away. 5. To Avoid Serious Injury or Death Read the operator's manual. OL1802 Never direct discharge toward other people.
... and remove key before making any inspections, repairs, etc. 6. OL1801 DO NOT touch parts which are in place and working. • Check interlock system per manual before and while backing. No smoking. Thrown objects can cause injury. ALWAYS allow operation by untrained persons. • Disengage PTO, stop blade and back down... and behind before use. • Understand location and function of neck - Keep hands and feet away. 5. To Avoid Serious Injury or Death Read the operator's manual. OL1802 Never direct discharge toward other people.
Owners Manual
Page 7
...of a responsible adult. NEVER allow children to protect themselves , other than original purchaser; Unit can only be in Owner/Operator Manual before leaving operator's position. Operate unit only when there is damaged or disabled. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the...parking brake set when starting engine. Steering control levers must be adjusted by unauthorized personnel may operate unit. NEVER place your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component questions. Only the user can cut off unit if anyone to meet U.S. ...
...of a responsible adult. NEVER allow children to protect themselves , other than original purchaser; Unit can only be in Owner/Operator Manual before leaving operator's position. Operate unit only when there is damaged or disabled. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the...parking brake set when starting engine. Steering control levers must be adjusted by unauthorized personnel may operate unit. NEVER place your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component questions. Only the user can cut off unit if anyone to meet U.S. ...
Owners Manual
Page 9
... injury. Stored energy in place and securely fastened. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a building where there is an unusual vibration. See Engine Manual for your unit. Wash hands after handling. Always provide good ventilation. Stop and inspect equipment if you . Repair, if necessary, before putting on a charger or...
... injury. Stored energy in place and securely fastened. Never store the machine or fuel container inside a building where there is an unusual vibration. See Engine Manual for your unit. Wash hands after handling. Always provide good ventilation. Stop and inspect equipment if you . Repair, if necessary, before putting on a charger or...
Owners Manual
Page 10
... surface. Connect Battery See Battery Removal and Installation on page 23. If no adjustment is in the installation section. Adjust steering levers (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 15). 3.
... surface. Connect Battery See Battery Removal and Installation on page 23. If no adjustment is in the installation section. Adjust steering levers (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 15). 3.
Owners Manual
Page 11
... make sure it is possible when they are serviced incorrectly: • Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to Engine Manual. Explosive separation of all controls See OPERATION on page 19. Heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in death or serious injury. Check...
... make sure it is possible when they are serviced incorrectly: • Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to Engine Manual. Explosive separation of all controls See OPERATION on page 19. Heat can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in death or serious injury. Check...
Owners Manual
Page 15
... level ensures a vapor gap required to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up spilled fuel. Replace fuel cap and tighten. 5. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with a lower percentage of fuel. 3. ALWAYS clean up to the recommended level. Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel ...than those approved above will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to Engine Manual for fuel expansion. IMPORTANT: Refer to the fuel. Overfilling may lead to an emergency situation. 1. When operating on page 31 for...
... level ensures a vapor gap required to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up spilled fuel. Replace fuel cap and tighten. 5. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with a lower percentage of fuel. 3. ALWAYS clean up to the recommended level. Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel ...than those approved above will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to Engine Manual for fuel expansion. IMPORTANT: Refer to the fuel. Overfilling may lead to an emergency situation. 1. When operating on page 31 for...
Owners Manual
Page 16
... 2. Disengage PTO. 3. OPERATING MOWER 1. Do not allow grass or debris to prevent scalping. MOVING UNIT MANUALLY WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill. See Engine Manual for more than 15 seconds per cutting. Vary cutting pattern with the engine set height of mower deck.... Do not set at full throttle. Turn ignition switch to push unit manually (figure 8). 1 2 1. Release parking brake. 5. For very tall grass, mow twice. Wait until the engine is cold, push the choke...
... 2. Disengage PTO. 3. OPERATING MOWER 1. Do not allow grass or debris to prevent scalping. MOVING UNIT MANUALLY WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill. See Engine Manual for more than 15 seconds per cutting. Vary cutting pattern with the engine set height of mower deck.... Do not set at full throttle. Turn ignition switch to push unit manually (figure 8). 1 2 1. Release parking brake. 5. For very tall grass, mow twice. Wait until the engine is cold, push the choke...
Owners Manual
Page 17
...19). GB - 17 Interval Task NOTE: To have full access to the maintenance instructions in an explosion. If unit rolls, contact your Ariens Dealer. Do not use solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives. Each Use Check Tires See for worn or damaged mower blades. Refer to the... 16). IMPORTANT: Do not spray the unit with automotive type wax. Welding can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in the Engine Manual for additional information. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Test this system does not function as described, do not operate until...
...19). GB - 17 Interval Task NOTE: To have full access to the maintenance instructions in an explosion. If unit rolls, contact your Ariens Dealer. Do not use solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives. Each Use Check Tires See for worn or damaged mower blades. Refer to the... 16). IMPORTANT: Do not spray the unit with automotive type wax. Welding can cause an increase in air pressure resulting in the Engine Manual for additional information. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Test this system does not function as described, do not operate until...
Owners Manual
Page 18
...correct torque value. Tighten all other fasteners. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. or Every Fasteners Replace fasteners that is shown in the Engine Manual. NOTE: To drain the oil, use the oil drain hose (1) supplied with unit, not the drain plug that are missing or damaged. ... Unit Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 24 for detailed instructions. Interval Task Follow Engine Manual Maintenance Each Use Schedule Action Perform scheduled engine maintenance. Refer to neutral position and rotate handles outward.
...correct torque value. Tighten all other fasteners. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. or Every Fasteners Replace fasteners that is shown in the Engine Manual. NOTE: To drain the oil, use the oil drain hose (1) supplied with unit, not the drain plug that are missing or damaged. ... Unit Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 24 for detailed instructions. Interval Task Follow Engine Manual Maintenance Each Use Schedule Action Perform scheduled engine maintenance. Refer to neutral position and rotate handles outward.
Owners Manual
Page 22
...detailed instructions. 1. Charge battery according to positive (+) terminal, and negative (-) lead of internal contact, DO NOT induce vomiting! Jump-Starting Ariens does not recommend jump-starting can damage engine and electrical system components. Install battery on the unit with Milk of water. DO NOT ...charge a frozen battery. Jump-starting your engine manual for at a higher rate will damage or destroy battery. Remove battery from unit (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 21). 2. ...
...detailed instructions. 1. Charge battery according to positive (+) terminal, and negative (-) lead of internal contact, DO NOT induce vomiting! Jump-Starting Ariens does not recommend jump-starting can damage engine and electrical system components. Install battery on the unit with Milk of water. DO NOT ...charge a frozen battery. Jump-starting your engine manual for at a higher rate will damage or destroy battery. Remove battery from unit (see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 21). 2. ...
Owners Manual
Page 26
... levers in forward and reverse five or six times. 4. Start the engine and slowly move the steering levers in the drive position (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 25. 1 2 3 4 1. Tighten the mounting screws to and facing a wall, jack up the unit so that both drive wheels are off the ground. 2. Follow... and slowly move the steering levers in step 2. Stop the engine and put the trans axle bypass levers in the neutral position (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on new oil filter with an SL API classification until oil appears at normal speeds without excessive noise.
... levers in forward and reverse five or six times. 4. Start the engine and slowly move the steering levers in the drive position (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 25. 1 2 3 4 1. Tighten the mounting screws to and facing a wall, jack up the unit so that both drive wheels are off the ground. 2. Follow... and slowly move the steering levers in step 2. Stop the engine and put the trans axle bypass levers in the neutral position (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on new oil filter with an SL API classification until oil appears at normal speeds without excessive noise.
Owners Manual
Page 27
Add Fuel Stabilizer 1. Run the engine outdoors for 1 minute to Engine Manual for the proper engine storage procedures. Ensure all instructions under Short Term Storage. Long Term Storage Follow all fasteners are properly tightened. Re-start engine. 5. ...
Add Fuel Stabilizer 1. Run the engine outdoors for 1 minute to Engine Manual for the proper engine storage procedures. Ensure all instructions under Short Term Storage. Long Term Storage Follow all fasteners are properly tightened. Re-start engine. 5. ...
Owners Manual
Page 28
...Interlock System on page 22). 4. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 6. Safety interlock system is not engaged or is engaged. 2. Spark plug wire(s) loose or spark plug(s) faulty. 6. Disengage choke. 2. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 7. PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Faulty engine. 1. ... Battery and Battery Cables on page 15). 3. Connect spark plug wire(s) or replace spark plug(s). Contact your Ariens Dealer. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 3. Discharged battery. 4. Poor connection between battery and battery cables. 5. Tighten battery cables and...
...Interlock System on page 22). 4. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 6. Safety interlock system is not engaged or is engaged. 2. Spark plug wire(s) loose or spark plug(s) faulty. 6. Disengage choke. 2. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 7. PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Faulty engine. 1. ... Battery and Battery Cables on page 15). 3. Connect spark plug wire(s) or replace spark plug(s). Contact your Ariens Dealer. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 3. Discharged battery. 4. Poor connection between battery and battery cables. 5. Tighten battery cables and...
Owners Manual
Page 29
...system. Adjust steering levers (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 31) 2. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 1. Faulty parking brake. 1. Incorrect tire pressure. 2. Add engine oil. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Hour meter continues when engine not running. Engine oil level...key is loose or disconnected. 4. CORRECTION 1. Depress operator presence switch by sitting on page 23) 3. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 1. Turn ignition key to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 3. Engine overheats. Unit creeps with engine off . 1. GB - 29 Faulty PTO belt. 5....
...system. Adjust steering levers (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 31) 2. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 1. Faulty parking brake. 1. Incorrect tire pressure. 2. Add engine oil. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Hour meter continues when engine not running. Engine oil level...key is loose or disconnected. 4. CORRECTION 1. Depress operator presence switch by sitting on page 23) 3. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 1. Turn ignition key to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 3. Engine overheats. Unit creeps with engine off . 1. GB - 29 Faulty PTO belt. 5....
Owners Manual
Page 31
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 915163 915165 915173 Model Zoom XL 42 Zoom XL 48 Zoom XL 54 Engine Kohler SV-715 Kohler SV-720 Kohler SV-725 Displacement - in . (cm) 1-1/2 - 4-1/2 (3.81 - 11.4) Cutting Width - psi (kPa) 46 (317) Rear Tire ... Zero Brakes Internal Transmission Electrical Starter Electric Battery 12 Volt Maintenance Free PTO (Power Take Off) Electric Clutch/Brake Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity - in . (cm) 41 (109) Tires Front Tire Size - Tongue Weight - in . 20 x 8 20 x 10 Front Tire Pressure - in . (cm) 44 (...
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 915163 915165 915173 Model Zoom XL 42 Zoom XL 48 Zoom XL 54 Engine Kohler SV-715 Kohler SV-720 Kohler SV-725 Displacement - in . (cm) 1-1/2 - 4-1/2 (3.81 - 11.4) Cutting Width - psi (kPa) 46 (317) Rear Tire ... Zero Brakes Internal Transmission Electrical Starter Electric Battery 12 Volt Maintenance Free PTO (Power Take Off) Electric Clutch/Brake Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity - in . (cm) 41 (109) Tires Front Tire Size - Tongue Weight - in . 20 x 8 20 x 10 Front Tire Pressure - in . (cm) 44 (...