Maintenance Schedule - Ariens Zoom XL 48 Owner's/Operator's Manual

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE
Cut grass when it is dry.
Keep mower blades sharp.
Keep mower deck properly leveled.
Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping.
Do not set height of cut too low. For very tall
grass, mow twice.
Do not travel too fast.
Mow with the engine set at full throttle.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the entire
Safety section before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can
prolong the life of unit. The following chart
shows the recommended service schedule.
Refer to the maintenance instructions in the
Engine Manual for additional information.
Interval Task
Check
Safety
Interlock
System
Check
Parking
Brake
Clean Unit Clean engine, battery, seat, mower deck, etc. of all dirt and debris. Do
Each Use
Check
Tires

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper
operation of unit can result in death or serious injury. Test
this system each time the unit is operated. If this system
does not function as described, do not operate until repairs
are made (see Safety Interlock System on page 14).
Engage parking brake and engage transmission bypass lever (see
MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 17). Push unit. If unit rolls,
contact your Ariens Dealer.
not use solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives.
NOTICE: Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
IMPORTANT: Do not spray the unit with water, especially when the
unit is warm from operation. Water can seep into bearings and
damage them.
See Specifications on page 32 for correct tire pressure.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation of tire and rim
parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly:
•Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment
and experience to perform the job.
• Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure.
• Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly. Heat can cause
an increase in air pressure resulting in an explosion. Welding
can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.
• Do not stand in front or over the tire assembly when inflating.
Use a clip-on chuck and extension hose long enough to allow
you to stand to one side.
When mulching, only remove 1/3 of grass
length per cutting.
Discharge clippings into areas already cut.
Vary cutting pattern with each mowing.
Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside
of mower deck. Clean after each use.
NOTICE: To have full access to the engine,
the seat must be tipped forward (see
TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 20) and
the hood opened (see OPENING AND
CLOSING HOOD on page 20).
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