Filling Fuel Tank - Ariens Zoom XL Owner's/Operator's Manual

FILLING FUEL TANK

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand
entire Safety section before proceeding.
Add fuel to Fuel Tank as needed. See your Engine Manual for
correct type and grade of fuel.
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. Place unit in an open or well-ventilated open area.
2. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
3. Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel cap to
prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank. Remove the cap
from the fuel tank.
4. Fill the fuel tank to within 1 in. (25 mm) below bottom of
filler neck.
5. Replace fuel cap and tighten.
6. Clean up any spilled fuel.
PRE-START
CAUTION: Make sure all hardware is tight, all safety
devices are in place and all adjustments are made
correctly.
1. Check Safety Interlock System
If this system does not function as described do not operate until
repairs are made.
2. Check Air Cleaner
Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required. Follow Engine Manual
Maintenance Schedule.
3. Check Engine Fuel and Crankcase Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that engine crankcase oil is
full. Follow Engine Manual Maintenance Schedule.
4. Check Tire Pressure
5. Check Hydraulic Fluid Level
6. Adjust Seat
Be sure all controls can be reached safely from operator's
position.
7. Set Cutting Height
Make sure the deck is set to the correct cutting height.
STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY
The unit can be stopped immediately at any time by turning the
ignition key to the "Off" position.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF
CAUTION: Read entire Owner/Operator Manual, Clutch
Manual, and Engine Manual first. DO NOT attempt to
start engine at this time.
To start the engine:
1. Make sure the steering levers are in neutral.
2. Put the PTO switch in the "Off" position.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. If the engine is cold, move the choke control to the "On"
position. If the engine is warm or hot, do not use choke.
5. Move the throttle to 3/4 "Fast" position. See Engine Manual
for detailed instructions.
6. Put the ignition key in the switch and turn it to the "Start"
position.
7. As soon as the engine starts, release the key.
8. Move the choke control to the "Off" position from the
"Choke" position. Wait until the engine is running smoothly
before operation.
To stop the engine:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Disengage the PTO
and engage the parking brake.
2. Move the throttle lever to the "Slow" position.
3. Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position.
TO MOW WITH UNIT
Operate the unit only when seated in the operator's position.
1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm until it is running
smoothly.
2. Release parking brake.
WARNING: Move the steering control levers slowly
and keep the throttle control lever at slow speed until
you learn how to operate the unit.
3. Bring the steering levers to neutral.
4. Slow the engine down to about 3/4 speed.
5. Turn ON the PTO switch to engage the mower.
IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the mower is plugged
with grass or other material. This may cause damage to the
electric clutch.
6. Move throttle control to fast.
7. Move the steering levers forward to obtain a slow ground
speed.
8. To disengage the mower, move the PTO switch to the "Off"
position.
9. When you know how to operate the unit, select a speed
appropriate to your mowing conditions.
PARKING
To park the unit:
1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Turn off PTO.
2. Move the throttle lever to the "Slow" position.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Lower the attachment.
5. Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position and remove the
key.
GB-10