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- Page 1 Zero Turn Mower ® Owner/Operator Manual Models 915013 - 1742 EZR 915014 - 2048 EZR 915017 - 1542 EZR 915018 - 1842 EZR 915307 - 1742 EZR ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL 01563001A 2/01 Supercedes 01563001 Printed in USA...
- Page 2 Undertegnede, - Undertecknaren av detta dokument, - Me, allekirjoittaneet, ARIENS COMPANY, certify that the zero turn radius riding rotary lawnmower - certifie que les tondeuse rotatives autoportées, rayon de braquage zéro - bestätige ich, daß die Sichel-Aufsitzmäher mit Null-Wendekreis - verklaart dat de maaitrekker - certifica che li Trattorino con unità...
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Page 3: Controls And Features
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGLISH 1. Steering Control Levers 2. Battery Compartment 3. Ignition Switch 4. Power Take Off (PTO) Switch 5. Throttle Control (1842,2048) Throttle/Choke Control (1542,1742) 6. Choke Control (1842,2048) 7. Parking Brake Lever 8. Attachment Lift Lever 9. Foot Rest 10. - Page 4 ESPAÑOL 1. Palancas de control de dirección 2. Compartimento de la batería 3. Interruptor de encendido 4. Interruptor de la toma de fuerza (TDF) 5. Control del acelerador (1842,2048) Control del acelerador/ estrangulador (1542,1742) 6. Control del estrangulador (1842,2048) 7. Palanca del freno de estacionamiento 8.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Ariens disclaims liability for All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from any claims or damages, whether warranty, property... -
Page 6: Safety
4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance 5. Review Limited Warranty Policy. Fill out Original and adjustments. Purchaser Registration Card and return the card to Ariens Company. SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS Look for these symbols to point out ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. -
Page 7: Safety Rules
Look down and behind before and while ALWAYS keep discharge cover or complete backing. grass catcher in place and in proper working condition. OL4100 OL3320 Never carry children, even if mower is disengaged. 4. WARNING - FOR SAFE DECK REMOVAL Avoid injury from stored energy in lift assist spring. - Page 8 Check for weak spots on dock, ramps or floors. Avoid Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could uneven work areas and rough terrain. cause sliding. Dust, smoke, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot accident.
- Page 9 DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always Never modify, alter or permit anyone to modify or alter provide good ventilation. Fumes from engine exhaust the unit or its components. can cause injury or death. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are operation regularly.
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Page 10: Assembly
ASSEMBLY To ensure safe and proper operation, all parts and 2. Check Battery hardware must be tightened securely. Use the correct If the battery is put into service after the month tools to ensure proper tightness. and year indicated on the battery, it must be charged before use. -
Page 11: Operation
PTO Switch is in the "ON" position. FAST decrease the engine speed. Do not operate tractor unless operator presence • Operating engine at less than full system functions as described. Contact your Ariens throttle reduces the battery charging Dealer for repair. rate. SLOW Ignition Switch •... - Page 12 Neutral Lock NOTE: Aggressive turning can scuff or damage lawns. ALWAYS keep both wheels rotating when making To start, lock unit in neutral by pushing sharp turns. DO NOT make turns with inside wheel both Travel-Steering Control Levers completely stopped. To obtain minimum turning radius, outward –...
- Page 13 Attachment Lift Lever Lock PRE START 1. Check Engine Oil Level WARNING: AVOID injury from stored energy in lift assist spring. DO NOT unlock The engine in your tractor has been shipped from the attachment lift lever with mower deck factory, already filled with summer weight oil.
- Page 14 STARTING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE NOTE: Before starting, read warm and cold starting 1. With both Travel-Steering Control Levers pulled procedures below. back to centered (neutral) position, bring unit to a complete stop on level ground. 1. The operator must be seated. 2.
- Page 15 IMPORTANT: NEVER engage the PTO if the mower is TO TRANSPORT THE MOWER plugged with grass or other material. This may cause IMPORTANT: Never push or pull (tow) the unit with damage to the PTO belt. another vehicle. Use a truck or trailer when 7.
- Page 16 MULCHING OPERATION (OPTIONAL) The special mulching blades and baffles will allow the grass clippings to be cut many times to reduce their size. As the grass falls onto the lawn, it disperses into the grass and will not be noticed. Also, the mulched grass biodegrades quickly and provides nutrients for the lawn.
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Page 17: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Check Operator Presence • Systems Check for Loose Fasteners • • • Check Parking Brake Interlock • Check Parking Brake • • Check Tires • • Check Blades • Check Battery • Clean Battery • • Check Belts •... - Page 18 Lock Washer Do not operate tractor unless operator presence Blade Jam Nut system functions as described. Contact your Ariens dealer for repair. OE0510 CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS 3. Remove the jam nuts, lock washers, and blades Be certain that all hardware is tightened to the proper from the spindle shafts.
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Page 19: Check Battery
4. Slide blade onto an unthreaded portion of the Battery Electrolyte First Aid steel bolt or pin and hold the bolt or pin parallel Follow First Aid directions for any contact with battery with the ground. If blade is balanced, it should fluid. - Page 20 Front Negative (–) Mower Drive Terminal Idler Positive (+) Terminal Battery Rod and Wing Nut OE0151 5. Remove wing nut from the Battery Rod and Clutch Shaft remove the rod. Idler 6. Disconnect the negative (–) cable first. Transaxle Idler 7.
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Page 21: Replace Spark Plugs
4. Insert the back edge of cover into its support IMPORTANT: Operating the engine with loose or bracket. damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into the engine causing premature wear and engine 5. Hook Engine Cover latch securely. failure. -
Page 22: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 10. Slide mower from under tractor. Mower is easier CAUTION: Before performing any service or to remove from the right side of the tractor. adjustments: • Turn PTO switch "OFF". • Park mower on a hard, flat, level surface. •... - Page 23 WARNING: AVOID injury from stored energy WARNING: AVOID injury from stored energy in lift assist spring. DO NOT unlock in lift assist spring. DO NOT unlock attachment lift lever with mower deck attachment lift lever with mower deck removed. ALWAYS engage Attachment Lift removed.
- Page 24 6. Tighten height adjuster nuts. On high side: Turn height adjuster nut counterclockwise to lower high side the other one 7. Secure height adjusters with washers and hair half of the height difference. pins. To Adjust 42" Deck: Height Adjuster Nut 1.
- Page 25 BELTS 42" Mower Deck Diagram WARNING: MOVING PARTS can cut or amputate body parts. ALWAYS wait for moving parts to stop before unit maintenance or service. Clutch to Deck Belt Replacement (48" Deck) 1. Disconnect main idler spring from bolt under frame.
- Page 26 4. Remove the lock nut, washer, spring, and 4. Install new belt onto transaxles, then engine spacers from the eye-bolt. sheave. Check for belt alignment and clearance. 5. Loosen the nut on the belt adjustment 5. Connect transaxle idler spring. bracket.
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Page 27: Seat Adjustment
7. Reinstall transaxle belt. To adjust: 1. Remove side shrouds. Set aside. ADJUSTMENTS 2. Loosen bolts which attach the eccentric to the Neutral Adjustment (Speed Control Lever) seat support. Do not remove the bolts. 3. Rotate eccentric to adjust the travel of the speed 1. -
Page 28: Interlocks And Relays
IMPORTANT: Your tractor is equipped with a 12 volt maintenance, repair, or adjustments. Contact your negative grounded system. The other vehicle must also Ariens Dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer’s be a 12 volt negative grounded system. Do not use service center for more information. -
Page 29: Storage
See the Engine Manual for detailed instructions on storage. SERVICE PARTS ATTACHMENTS & ACCESSORIES Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to keep See your authorized Ariens dealer to add these your unit running like new. optional accessories. Part no. -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
11. Carburetor out of adjustment. fuel filter. 12. Weak or dead battery. 10. Check all wiring. 13. Blown fuse. 11. Contact your Ariens Dealer. 14. Corroded battery terminals. 12. Recharge or replace battery. 15. Faulty ignition switch. 13. Replace fuse. -
Page 31: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 915013 915014 915017 915018 915307 Description 1742 EZR 2048 EZR 1542 EZR 1842 EZR 1742 EZR Engine Manufacturer Briggs & Stratton Briggs & Stratton #311777-0154 Engine Power - HP (KW) 17 (12.7) 20 (15) 15 (11.2) 18 (13.4) 17 (12.7) -
Page 32: Warranty
Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material or... - Page 33 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...
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