Gravely Pro-Turn ZX 48 Operator's Manual

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Pro-Turn ZX
Manuel de I'utilisateur
E10
Operator's Manual
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
Models
991230 – Pro-Turn ZX 48
(SN 000101 +)
991232 – Pro-Turn ZX 52
(SN 000101 +)
991234 – Pro-Turn ZX 60
(SN 000101 +)
05265600
10/18
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Pro-Turn ZX Operator’s Manual Manuel de I’utilisateur Models 991230 – Pro-Turn ZX 48 (SN 000101 +) 991232 – Pro-Turn ZX 52 (SN 000101 +) 991234 – Pro-Turn ZX 60 (SN 000101 +) ENGLISH • 05265600 10/18 FRANÇAIS Printed in USA...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ..... . 1 Service Position ....20 Maintenance Schedule .
  • Page 3: Welcome

    WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Gravely family! Every machine in the Gravely lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your machine will be part of your family for many years to come.
  • Page 4: Safety

    If you have purchased this 2. Warning product from a Gravely dealer, the dealer can provide you with training. WARNING: Indicates a Familiarize yourself and any other operators POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS...
  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    4. Notice SAFETY DECALS NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures The safety decals on your unit are visual that are considered important but not hazard reminders of the important safety information related. If not followed, property damage in this manual. All messages on your unit could result.
  • Page 6 Safety Decal Descriptions 1.3 Tipping Hazard 1. DANGER! Avoid tipping hazard. DANGER! DO NOT operate on slopes over 15°. Read Operator’s Manual. 1.1 Amputation Hazard DO NOT operate on slopes over 15°. To avoid amputation hazard, DO NOT put hands near 1.4 Service Hazard rotating blades.
  • Page 7 3. DANGER! Look behind when operating Discharge Hazard – NEVER the unit in reverse. direct discharge toward people, pets or property. Thrown objects can cause 1.6 Loss of Traction Hazard injury or damage. If loss of traction is Amputation Hazard – experienced do the NEVER stick hands or feet following:...
  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    5. HOT SURFACES! 8. DANGER! DO NOT touch parts which Keep hands and feet away are hot from operation. from all rotating or moving ALWAYS allow parts to cool. parts. 6. ROTATING PARTS! 9. WARNING! Overfilling may cause severe damage to AVOID INJURY.
  • Page 9 Understand: Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects that • How to operate all controls may block your view of a child. • The functions of all controls Keep children out of the mowing area and in •...
  • Page 10 Keep safety devices or guards in place and Operation functioning properly. NEVER modify or Be sure the area is clear of bystanders remove safety devices. before operating. Stop machine if anyone DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely enters the area. necessary.
  • Page 11 DO NOT operate on slopes of more than Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and 15°. other sources of ignition. Mow up and down slopes, not across. Use only an approved gasoline container. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other NEVER store the machine or fuel container hidden objects.
  • Page 12 DO NOT wear a seat belt while operating Accessories the unit with the center bar in the lowered Use only Ariens Company-recommended position. attachments or accessories that are DO NOT weld, cut, drill or modify ROPS in designed for your unit and that are any manner unless instructed by the appropriate to your use and can be used manufacturer.
  • Page 13 Transporting Unit Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and shut off fuel when transporting unit.
  • Page 14: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. 1. Remove wrap and packaging materials from unit. 2. Remove unit from shipping container. See Move Unit Manually on page 19. 3. Remove hardware from negative (-) battery cable, but DO NOT discard. 4.
  • Page 15: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 6 1. Fuel Tank and Cap 14. Deck Lift Pedal 2. Fuel Level Window 15. Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) 3. Oil Filter 16. Seat Adjustment Lever 4. Oil Drain 17. Seat Latch 5. Engine Oil Dipstick 18.
  • Page 16: Ignition Key

    THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER WARNING: AVOID INJURY. See Figure 9. Read and understand the Controls engine speed. Safety section before proceeding. See Figure 6 for all controls and features locations. Fast IGNITION KEY See Figure 7. Controls power to the engine. The key cannot be removed when in run position.
  • Page 17: Transport Lock Release Lever

    TRANSPORT LOCK RELEASE PARKING BRAKE LEVER LEVER See Figure 12. See Figure 11. Controls the parking brake. The engine will not start with brake in the off position. Releases deck from transport lock position. Brake Engaged (On) Brake Released (Off) Figure 11 DECK LIFT PEDAL Raises mower deck to change height-of-cut...
  • Page 18: Operation

    4. Check function of the Safety Interlock System by performing the tests in Check Safety Interlock System on page 22. Contact your Gravely dealer for repair if any of the tests fail. 5. Set cutting height. See Figure 13. a. Push mower lift pedal forward until transport lock engages.
  • Page 19: Start The Engine

    Lower Center Bar START THE ENGINE See Figure 15. 1. Push PTO knob down to off position. 2. Move steering levers to neutral position. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. 3. Engage parking brake. Lower the center bar only 4. If engine is cold, pull choke knob up to on when needed to drive under position.
  • Page 20: Move Unit Manually

    MOVE UNIT MANUALLY Direction Lever Position of Travel Bypass the transaxles to move the unit with the engine off. Right Turn Push left lever farther forward IMPORTANT: There is one transaxle bypass than the right lever on each side of unit. Ensure that both lever.
  • Page 21: Transport Unit

    Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The Maintenance Schedule on page 21 shows the recommended service schedule. Your Gravely dealer can provide service and adjustments to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine manufacturer’s service center for engine service.
  • Page 22: Maintenance Schedule

    Service time is measured for: • Engine oil and filter changes (CHG OIL) SERVICE PARTS • Hydraulic oil and filter changes (CHG H See your Gravely dealer to purchase service OIL) parts for your unit. • Air filter service (SVC AIRFILTER)
  • Page 23: Check Safety Interlock System

    Check function of the Safety Interlock System compressor; use a hand by performing the tests below. Contact your pump. Gravely dealer for repair if any of the tests • DO NOT stand in front of fail. tire assembly when inflating. Use a clip-on...
  • Page 24: Check Mower Blades

    Figure 20 Figure 21 3. Return seat to operating position and Sharpen Blades slide seat back and forth to spread grease along tracks. CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen CHECK MOWER BLADES blades while attached to unit. Check blades for wear. Replace or sharpen as needed.
  • Page 25: Battery Service

    BATTERY SERVICE DO NOT sharpen to this WARNING: Battery posts, pattern. terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Remove Battery Sharpen to this pattern. 1.
  • Page 26: Check Mower Belts

    6. Reinstall battery. See Install Battery on metal contact across battery page 25. posts. Jump Starting Gravely does not recommend jump starting 1. Reinstall positive cable and then the your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine negative cable. and system components. Refer to engine 2.
  • Page 27 9. Reinstall filter guard and torque to 7.3 N•m (65 lb-in). DO NOT overtighten. 10. Add 15W-50 synthetic motor oil (Gravely p/n 00057100) or equivalent) until oil appears at the bottom of the fill port (1892.7 mL (64 fl. ounces) per transaxle).
  • Page 28: Service & Adjustments

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. ADJUST SEAT See Figure 27. 1. Pull seat adjustment lever up to unlock seat. 2. Move seat to desired position. 3. Release seat adjustment lever to lock seat in place.
  • Page 29: Adjust Unit To Drive Straight

    ADJUST UNIT TO DRIVE STRAIGHT ADJUST TRANSAXLES NOTICE: Reverse travel can only be Check For Excessive Creep adjusted by your Gravely dealer. Adjust Tire Pressure WARNING: AVOID INJURY. 1. Place unit in service position. See This adjustment requires Service Position on page 20.
  • Page 30: Electrical Service

    5. Start engine, move throttle lever to fast position and release parking brake. 6. Move steering levers forward and backward 5 or 6 times and then return levers to neutral position. 7. Check hubs for rotation. • If there is only slight rotation, stop engine, reinstall wheels and lower unit to ground.
  • Page 31: Replace Mower Belts

    1. Place unit in service position. See Service Position on page 20. 2. Remove defective relay. 3. Determine cause of relay failure and repair condition. 4. Install new relay. Figure 35 Figure 34 CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. REPLACE MOWER BELTS Keep body parts away from idlers when performing this...
  • Page 32 Remove Mower Drive Belt 1. Remove PTO belt. See Remove PTO Belt on page 30. CAUTION: Use care when re- leasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts away from idlers when performing this operation. See Figure 37. 2. Slowly remove spring hook from anchor bolt to release tension from belt idler.
  • Page 33: Replace Transaxle Drive Belt

    Figure 40 1. Spring 2. Anchor Bolt 5. Reinstall belt covers and secure with original hardware. 3. Transaxle Idler 4. Transaxle Drive Belt REPLACE TRANSAXLE DRIVE Figure 41 BELT Remove Transaxle Drive Belt See Figure 42. 1. Place unit in service position. See 4.
  • Page 34: Reverse Clutch Brake Plates

    Install Transaxle Drive Belt 4. Reinstall clutch stop bracket and secure with original hardware. See Figure 45. See Figure 43. 1. Install transaxle drive belt to drive system in the following order: a. Around clutch sheave. b. Around left transaxle sheave. c.
  • Page 35: Adjust Parking Brake Lever

    3. Position wheels as necessary: • For a very high cutting height, set the anti-scalp wheels in the lowest position on the bracket. • For a very low cutting height, set the anti-scalp wheels in the highest position on the bracket. 4.
  • Page 36: Level And Pitch Mower Deck

    Figure 52 4. Reinstall PTO belt. See Install PTO Belt on page 31. Figure 50 5. Reconnect lift-assist springs to spring pegs. 7. Remove hardware retaining deck lift links 6. Level the deck. See Level and Pitch to deck lift brackets. See Figure 51. Mower Deck on page 35.
  • Page 37 See Figure 54. 6. Position mower blades so ends point Raise front to back and measure the following: • At the front of the deck, measure the distance between the ground and the Lower cutting edge of the middle blade. •...
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Connect spark plug wire(s) or replace spark plug(s) are faulty. spark plug(s). Refer to engine manual. Electrical system is faulty. Contact your Gravely dealer. Engine is faulty. Contact your Gravely dealer. Choke control knob is in on Move knob to off position.
  • Page 39 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Correction Mower blades not level or mower Level and adjust pitch of mower deck. deck pitch is incorrect. See Level and Pitch Mower Deck on page 35. Mower blades are dull or faulty. Sharpen or replace mower blades. See Sharpen Blades on page 23.
  • Page 40: Storage

    2. Tighten all hardware to correct ACCESSORIES specifications. 3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or See your Gravely dealer for a complete list of damage. Repair as needed. compatible accessories and attachments for 4. Prepare fuel system for storage.
  • Page 41: Specifications

    Oil Capacity Refer to engine manual. Liquid or Air Cooled Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive 15W-50 synthetic motor oil (Gravely p/n 00057100) or equivalent Hydraulic Oil Filter Drive Forward Maximum – km/h (mph) 14.0 (8.7) Reverse Maximum – km/h (mph) 6.4 (4)
  • Page 42: Warranty

    90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized Gravely dealer will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth herein. Such repair or replacement will be free of charge (labor and parts) to the original purchaser;...
  • Page 43 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Gravely service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the war- ranty if the parts result in premature wear or damage to the product.
  • Page 44 • Renting or leasing the vehicle. • Using the vehicle to tow or carry loads in excess of the limits specified in the operator’s manual. • Modifying the vehicle with parts and accessories that are not genuine or authorized Gravely parts or accessories.
  • Page 45 Disclaimer Ariens Company may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating the Ariens Company to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
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