Pro Zoom™ Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 99480600 – 1952S ENGLISH FRANÇAIS 03837300 12/08 Printed in USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Specifications .
PRODUCT REGRISTRATION DELIVERY The Ariens dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. All claims meeting requirements during the limited warranty period will be honored, whether or not the product registration card is returned. Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold), ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation. SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Refer to figures below for Safety Decal locations. Safety Decals MX20138 G. CAUTION: Before operating read operators manual and safety instructions.
Emission Control System Certification Label • Slow down and use caution when making turns and when changing directions on slopes. • Never raise deck with the blades running. • Never operate with the PTO shield, or other guards, not securely in place. Be sure all interlocks are attached, adjusted properly, and functioning properly. • Never operate with the discharge deflector raised, removed or altered, unless using a grass catcher.
Checking Mowing Area Protect Children • Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories and attachments are needed to properly and safely perform the job. • Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. • Study mowing area. Set up a safe mowing pattern. Do not mow where traction or stability is doubtful. • Test drive area with mower lowered but not running. Slow down when you travel over rough ground. Parking Safely 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over. • Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments, they can affect stability of the machine. Do not use on steep slopes. • Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, embankments, or bodies of water. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes over the edge or the edge caves in.
Prevent Fires • Remove grass and debris from engine compartment and muffler area, before and after operating machine, especially after mowing or mulching in dry conditions. • Empty the grass catcher completely before storing. • Always shut off fuel when storing or transporting machine, if the machine has a fuel shutoff. • Do not store machine near an open flame or source of ignition, such as a water heater or furnace. • Check fuel lines, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks.
ASSEMBLY Check Engine Oil Level WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. 1. Lift thigh pad. Assembly Connect Handles The handles are disconnected and rotated forward during shipment to allow proper fit in the shipping container. 1. Rotate handles up. 2. Connect the pump control arm (C) to the hand handle by inserting the adjustment block (A) into the handle and securing it with the hair pin (B). 3. Set the speed control bar to desired speed and lock. A B 2.
OPERATION Operator Station Controls WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. Daily Operating Checklist • Make sure all necessary guards and shields are safely and securely attached. Check for loose, missing, or damaged parts. • Remove mower deck belt shields. Clean grass and debris from belt area. • Remove grass and debris from machine and mower deck.
Mounting and Dismounting Machine Safely CAUTION: Avoid injury! Machine must be safely supported on jack stands before removing or installing wheels. Do not use a hoist or floor jack to support the machine. 2. Using a suitable lifting device, lift the rear of the machine. MX20095 1. Step on operator’s platform (A) at the rear of machine to mount the machine. 2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 3. Step off operator’s platform to dismount machine. 4.
Setting Cutting Height NOTE: Before setting cut height, ensure the tires are all set at the correct tire pressures. Rear of Deck Rear Deck Front Casters Nominal Height Hole Position C-Spacers C-Spacers Height of Cut Deck Rake Top Bottom (inches) (inches) 4.5 4 3.5 0 0.5 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 4.5 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.
Testing PTO Switch Testing the Park Brake 1. Stand on operator’s platform with motion control levers in the neutral position. 2. Lock park brake. 3. Pull PTO switch up to engage. 4. Turn key switch to the start position. Result: The engine must not crank. Testing Park Brake Switch 1. Push PTO switch down to disengage. 2. Unlock park brake. 3. Turn key switch to the start position. Result: The engine must not crank. Testing Neutral Switch (Start) MIF 1. Lock park brake. 2.
Using the PTO Using the Hourmeter Engage PTO: NOTE: The machine is equipped with an electric start. The hourmeter will continue to run with the key switch in the run position. 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. • Hourmeter (A) shows number of hours the machine has been operated.
Forward and Reverse Motion: Gentle Left Turn: CAUTION: Avoid injury! Children or bystanders may be injured by runover and rotating blades. Before traveling forward or rearward: • Carefully check the area around the machine. • Disengage the mower before backing up. 1. Move throttle lever to the fast position. 2. Unlock park brake. 3. Push motion control levers forward to begin forward motion. The further forward the control levers are moved, the faster the machine will travel. • Forward speed range: 0–14.
Sharp Right Turn: 9. • • • With engine started: Push choke knob to the OFF position. Move throttle lever to the FAST position. Unlock park brake. Engaging Mower CAUTION: Avoid injury! Clear mowing area of all bystanders when operating this machine. Thrown objects could cause serious injury or death. Keep hands and feet away from blades and discharge opening. Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
Using Pump Free-Wheel Valves CAUTION: Avoid injury! With the free-wheeling valve open, the machine will have unrestricted motion. • The machine may free-wheel out of control if the free-wheeling valve is opened with the machine on an incline. • Park the machine on a level surface before opening the free-wheeling valve. IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly: • Move machine by hand only. • Do not use another vehicle to move machine.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE If operating machine in extremely dusty or dirty conditions: WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. • Clean behind engine shrouds and exposed fins. • Remove screws on blower fan screen and clean behind.
Lubricating Front Caster Spindles and Wheels Lubricating Mower Deck Idler Pivot CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fingers or loose clothing can get caught in rotating parts. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing. MX20106 • Lubricate one deck idler pivot grease fitting (A). • Lubricate two spindle grease fittings (A) and two wheel grease fittings (B). Lubricating Pump Idler Pivot • Lubricate one pump idler pivot grease fitting (A).
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. Service Engine Avoid Fumes CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death. Move the machine to an outside area before running the engine. Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation. • Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of the area.
Checking and Cleaning Air Filter Elements 10. Apply a film of clean engine oil to gasket of new filter. IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! Do not use wrench to tighten oil filter. 11. Install filter. Turn filter clockwise until gasket makes contact with mounting surface. Tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn after gasket contact. 12. Raise thigh pad. 13. Remove dipstick cap. NOTE: Refer to engine manufacturer’s operating manual for correct type and grade of oil. 14. Add approximately 1.7 L (1.75 qt.) of oil. 15. Insert dipstick.
5. Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be in crosshatch area between ADD and FULL marks. • If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than FULL mark on dipstick. • If oil is above FULL mark, drain oil to proper level. 6. Insert dipstick. Tighten cap. IMPORTANT: Avoid Damage! When installing a new fuel filter, the filter arrow must be pointed in the direction of the fuel flow. 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Allow engine to cool.
13. Unlock park brake. CAUTION: Avoid injury! Help prevent serious bodily injury. Remain alert to other people and the surroundings when operating the machine. 14. Cycle motion control levers forward and rearward several times. Check for leaks around filter. 15. Stop engine. Check oil level. Add oil as necessary to bring oil level to FULL mark on dipstick.
Removing Traction Drive Belt: 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Remove mower deck drive belt. (See Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt in the SERVICE MOWER section.) 1. Install traction drive belt (E) on drive sheaves (G) as shown. Ensure that traction drive belt is positioned in front of anchor cap screw (F). 2. Insert 1/2 in. breaker bar into hole (C) and rotate idler pulley (D) forward for additional clearance to install traction drive belt. 3. Install rear shield. 4.
Checking and Adjusting Transmission Tracking Adjusting Motion Control Return to Neutral (RTN) Linkages: CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fingers or loose clothing can get caught in rotating parts. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing. CAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death. 1. Stop engine. 2. Lock park brake. 3. Lift machine with a safe lifting device centered under rear tire support frame. 4.
Adjusting Forward and Reverse Speeds Adjusting Forward Speed: 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 3. Adjust neutral switch (B). • If neutral switch sensitivity needs to be increased, adjust switch (B) down in slots. • If neutral switch sensitivity needs to be decreased, adjust switch (B) up in slots. 4. Tighten nuts (A). Service Steering & Brakes Adjusting Park Brake Testing Park Brake: 1. Inflate tires to correct pressures.
Service Mower Replacing Mower Deck Drive Belt Removing and Installing Mower Deck Shield Removing Mower Deck Drive Belt: CAUTION: Avoid injury! Help prevent serious personal injury. Do not operate the mower without the mower deck shield installed. 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Lower mower deck to the lowest cutting height position. 3. Remove mower deck shield. 4. Remove both mower deck belt shields.
Installing Mower Deck Drive Belt: NOTE: If necessary, see drive belt installation label on mower deck. Picture Note: Mower deck with side discharge used for illustration. 1. Install replacement drive belt (A) as shown on mower deck drive belt label. Make sure drive belt is installed properly on PTO clutch sheave, spindle sheaves and idler pulleys. 2. Tighten idler pulley retaining bolt to 34 N•m (25 lbf-ft) ensuring idler pulley belt is captured between idler pulley flange and belt guide. 3.
Replacing Mower Blades Balancing Blades CAUTION: Avoid injury! Mower blades are sharp. Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades. 1. 1. Remove blade bolt (A), three 1/4 in. washers (C) and blade (B). 2. Install replacement blade: • Blade wing must face toward top of mower deck. 2. Put blade on nail in a vise. Turn blade to horizontal position. 3. Check balance. If blade is not balanced, heavy end of blade will drop. 4. Grind bevel of heavy end. Do not change blade bevel.
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. It is poisonous and can cause serious burns: • Wear eye protection and gloves. • Keep skin protected. • If electrolyte is swallowed, get medical attention immediately. • If electrolyte is splashed into eyes, flush immediately with water for 15-30 minutes and get medical attention. • If electrolyte is splashed onto skin, flush immediately with water and get medical attention if necessary. The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas.
Adjusting Operator Presence Switch F 1. Remove the OPC plate covering the operator presence switch by removing the two 3/8-16 x 1.25 carriage bolts securing it in place. 2. Carefully cut the wire tie securing the harness to the plate. 3. Loosen the two # 10 pan head screws (A) securing the safety switch (B) in place and slide the switch in or out as necessary. 4. Install the safety plate removed in step one and tie the harness to the plate again.
Filling Fuel Tank CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fuel vapors are explosive and flammable: • Shut engine off before filling fuel tank. • Do not smoke while handling fuel. • Keep fuel away from flames or sparks. • Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area. • Clean up spilled fuel immediately. • Use clean approved non-metal container to prevent static electric discharge. • Use clean approved plastic funnel without screen or filter to prevent static electric discharge. 3. Remove wheel nuts (B). 4.
Tightening Rear Drive Wheel Hardware Servicing Caster Wheel Roller Bearings 1. Tighten rear wheel nuts to 102 N•m (75 lbf-ft). 1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) 2. Raise and securely support front of machine. 3. Remove locknut (A), cap screw (B), and wheel assembly (C). 4. Remove seals (D) and bearings (E) from wheel. 5. Clean and inspect bearings (E). Replace as needed. MX10287 2. Tighten wheel nuts in numbered sequence shown for safe wheel installation.
Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch): 1. Clean area to be repaired thoroughly. Cleaning: Follow automotive practices to care for your vehicle painted metal surfaces. Use a high-quality automotive wax regularly to maintain the factory look of your vehicle’s painted surfaces. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use rubbing compound on painted surfaces. 2. Use automotive polishing compound to remove surface scratches. 3. Apply wax to entire surface.
If Engine Runs Rough or Stalls Check • • • • Plugged fuel filter. Plugged air intake system. Fuel cap vent dirty. Stale or improper fuel/fuel level. • Spark plugs not gapped correctly. • Replace spark plugs. • Choke adjusted incorrectly. See your authorized dealer. Engine Knocks • Engine oil level low. • Reduce load. (Slower ground speed.) • Fuel is bad. Fill tank with fresh fuel, correct octane. • Idle speed too slow. Engine Overheats • Clean cooling fins. • Low oil level.
Machine If Mower Deck Check Excessive Machine Vibration • Engine speed too slow. • Deck drive belt not tensioned correctly. • Mower blades not balanced. Machine Will Not Move With Engine Running • Park brake locked. • Transmission oil level low. • Transmission oil cold – allow engine to warm up. • Pump drive belt slipping or broken. • Pump drive belt spring broken. • Pump free-wheel valves open. • Transmission problems. See your authorized dealer.
STORAGE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. 6. Run engine for a few minutes to allow fuel mixture to circulate through carburetor on gas engine or fuel injectors on diesel engine. Engine: Engine storage procedure should be used when vehicle is not to be used for longer than 60 days. Storing Safety 1. 2. 3. 4. • CAUTION: Avoid injury! Fuel vapors are explosive and flammable.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 994806 Model Pro Zoom 1952S Engine Engine Kawasaki Engine Model Number FH580V 3 Engine Dispalcement – cc (in ) 580 (35.7) Air Cooled Air Cooled Speed Forward Maximum – mph (km/h) 0–9.0 (0–14.5) Reverse Maximum – mph (km/h) 0–4.0 (0–6.
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Service Miscellaneous Wiring Schematics GB - 40
Service Miscellaneous Hydraulic Schematics A B D C E F G H I J C B D E K G H I L M MX20151 A. Left Hydrostatic Pump Assembly B. Pump Block C. Charge Pump D. System Charge Check Shock Valve (Reverse) E. Manual Bypass F. Left Wheel Motor G. Cooling Orifice H. System Charge Check Shock Valve (Forward) I. Charge Relief Valve J. Right Hydrostatic Pump Assembly K. Right Wheel Motor L. Inlet Filter M.
Two-Year Limited Lawn and Garden Commercial Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens and Gravely brand products manufactured by Ariens, designated or labeled commercial products by Ariens, and sold after December 31, 2007 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years after the date of purchase or 1000 hours of use, whichever comes first.
To find an Ariens or Gravely authorized service representative, contact Ariens at: 655 W. Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 (920) 756 - 2141 www.ariens.com www.gravely.com Limitations • Batteries are warranted only for a period of 12 months after date of purchase, on a prorated basis. For the first 90 days of the warranty period, a defective battery will be replaced free of charge.
Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 USA 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.
