Ariens ProZoom 99480600-1952S Owner's/Operator's Manual page 14

Using the PTO
Engage PTO:
1. Stand on operator's platform with motion control levers in the
neutral position.
2. Start engine.
3. Release park brake.
4. Move throttle lever to the 1/2 to 3/4 fast position.
Using the Hourmeter
NOTE: The machine is equipped with an electric start. The
hourmeter will continue to run with the key switch in the run
position.
5. Pull PTO knob (A) up to engage mower deck.
6. Move throttle lever forward to the fast position for mowing.
Disengage PTO:
1. Push PTO knob (A) down.
2. Set park brake.
Using the Throttle
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• Hourmeter (A) shows number of hours the machine has been
operated.
• Use hourmeter and SERVICE INTERVAL section to determine
when machine needs service.
Using the Motion Control Levers
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Learn use of the motion control
levers and practice at half throttle until becoming
proficient and comfortable with the operation of the
machine.
Do not move motion control levers from forward to
reverse or reverse to forward position rapidly. Sudden
direction changes could cause loss of control or damage
the machine.
The functions of the motion control levers are:
• Steering.
• Acceleration.
• Deceleration.
Neutral Position
• Push throttle lever (A) forward to the fast position (B) when
mowing.
• Move throttle lever (A) to the half fast position (C) when
starting and warming the engine.
• Pull throttle lever (A) backward to the stow position (D) to idle
engine. Do not run engine at slow idle any longer than
necessary for cooldown after mowing.
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Picture Note: Motion control levers (A) shown in the neutral
position.
• Machine speed, motion and direction can be controlled when
the engine is running and park brake is unlocked.
• Operator can exit the mower with the engine running when the
park brake is locked and the PTO switch is disengaged.
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