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Ariens Gravely 915 ZT EZT User Manual

Ariens Gravely 915 ZT EZT
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915 ZT EZT & IZT
00460000 7/05
Printed in USA
Service Manual
Models 915042, 044, 046, 048, 050

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Ariens Gravely 915 ZT EZT Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAriens
ModelGravely 915 ZT EZT
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Section 1 - Introduction

1.1 THE MANUAL

Details the manual's purpose, intended audience, and reading recommendations.

1.2 SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

Guides on ordering parts and making inquiries using unit serial numbers.

1.4 UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Warns against using non-genuine parts and their potential consequences.

1.6 TECHNICAL SERVICE COMMUNICATIONS

Outlines different types of technical information provided by the manufacturer.

Section 2 - Safety

2.1 SAFETY ALERTS

Explains safety alert symbols and their importance for user safety.

2.3 EQUIPMENT SAFETY

Lists general safety precautions related to the equipment itself.

Section 2 - Safety

2.4 SAFETY RULES

Provides comprehensive safety rules for operating the unit and general precautions.

Section 3 - Specifications

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.1 CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Identifies and illustrates the main controls and features of the unit.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.2 MOVING UNIT MANUALLY

Instructions for moving the unit when the engine is off or not driving.

4.3 FILLING FUEL TANKS

Safe procedures for adding fuel to the unit's tank.

4.4 GENERAL LUBRICATION

Details lubrication points, intervals, and types of lubricant.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.5 AXLE LOCKS

Explains how to engage and disengage the front axle locking mechanism.

4.6 REMOVING MOWER DECK

Step-by-step guide for detaching the mower deck from the unit.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.7 LEVELING AND ADJUSTING PITCH OF MOWER DECK

Procedures for adjusting deck level and cutting pitch for optimal performance.

4.8 ADJUSTING ANTI-SCALP ROLLER

Guidance on setting the anti-scalp rollers to prevent lawn damage.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.9 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT

Steps to ensure the hydrostatic transmission is in neutral.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.10 ADJUSTING THE UNIT TO TRACK STRAIGHT

Instructions for aligning steering to ensure straight unit travel.

Section 4 - General Maintenance & Adjustments

4.11 ADJUSTING THE PARKING BRAKE

Procedure for adjusting the parking brake linkage and function.

Section 5 - Engine

5.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

A troubleshooting chart for common engine problems and their solutions.

Section 5 - Engine

5.2 CHECKING ENGINE OIL

How to properly check the engine oil level before operation.

5.3 CHANGING OIL

Step-by-step guide for draining and refilling engine oil.

5.9 ENGINE REMOVAL

Detailed steps for removing the engine from the unit.

Section 5 - Engine

5.10 ENGINE INSTALLATION

Step-by-step guide for installing the engine onto the unit.

Section 6 - Mower Deck

6.1 REPLACING PTO BELT

Procedure for removing and installing the PTO belt.

6.2 REPLACING MOWER BLADE

Steps for safely removing and installing mower blades.

6.3 SHARPENING MOWER BLADE

Guidelines for sharpening mower blades and when to replace them.

Section 7 - Drive Train

7.1 HYDRO TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting chart for hydro transmission issues.

Section 7 - Drive Train

7.2 HYDRO-GEAR FLUID RECOMMENDATIONS

Specifies recommended fluid types for the Hydro-Gear transaxle.

7.3 HYDRO-GEAR TRANSMISSION REMOVAL

Detailed instructions for removing the Hydro-Gear transmission.

Section 7 - Drive Train

7.4 REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT

Procedure for replacing the hydrostatic drive belt.

Section 8 - Lift System

8.1 LIFT SYSTEM

Overview of the manual mower deck lift system.

8.2 LIFT SYSTEM REMOVAL

Steps for removing the mower deck lift system components.

Section 9 - Steering

9.1 STEERING CONTROLS

How steering controls operate and their removal procedure.

Section 9 - Steering

9.2 ADJUSTING STEERING LEVER HEIGHT FOR SERIAL NUMBERS ABOVE 10,000 ONLY

Steps to adjust steering lever height for specific serial numbers.

Section 10 - Fuel System

10.1 FUEL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

Troubleshooting guide for common fuel system problems.

Section 10 - Fuel System

10.2 FUEL PUMP

Explanation of the impulse style fuel pump operation.

10.3 FUEL SYSTEM CONTAMINATION

Procedures for addressing fuel contamination issues.

10.4 FUEL TANK

Information on the material composition of the fuel tank.

10.5 FUEL TANK REMOVAL

Steps to safely remove the fuel tank from the unit.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.1 TOOLS

Lists specialized tools and supplies for electrical repair.

11.2 ELECTRICAL MEASUREMENTS

Explains basic electrical measurements and meter usage.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.3 BATTERY

Covers battery maintenance, removal, installation, and charging procedures.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.4 SWITCHES

Guides on testing normally open and normally closed switches.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.5 SOLENOID AND RELAYS

Explains the principles and operation of solenoids and relays.

11.6 LIGHTING CIRCUITS

Overview of simple lighting circuits and troubleshooting.

11.7 FUSES

Function, testing, and replacement of electrical fuses.

11.8 DIODES AND RECTIFIERS

Explains the function and testing of diodes and rectifiers.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.9 ELECTRIC CLUTCH

Details the operation and function of the electric clutch.

11.10 ELECTRICAL FOR SERIAL NUMBERS ABOVE 10,000

Tests for the safety interlock system for units above serial number 10,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.11 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagram illustrating the electrical system for serial numbers above 10,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.12 WIRING DIAGRAMS

Wiring diagrams for serial numbers above 10,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.13 CONTINUITY DIAGRAM

Diagrams showing electrical component continuity states.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.14 ELECTRICAL FOR SERIAL NUMBERS ABOVE 5,000 AND BELOW 9,999

Tests for the safety interlock system for serial numbers 5,000-9,999.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.15 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagram of the electrical system for serial numbers 5,000-9,999.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.16 WIRING DIAGRAMS

Wiring diagrams for serial numbers 5,000-9,999.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.17 CONTINUITY DIAGRAM

Diagrams showing electrical component continuity states.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.18 ELECTRICAL FOR SERIAL NUMBERS BELOW 5,000

Tests for the safety interlock system for serial numbers below 5,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.19 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Diagram of the electrical system for serial numbers below 5,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.20 WIRING DIAGRAMS

Wiring diagrams for serial numbers below 5,000.

Section 11 - Electrical

11.21 CONTINUITY DIAGRAM

Diagrams showing electrical component continuity states.

Section 12 - Mower Attachment

12.1 MOWER SPINDLE REMOVAL

Steps to remove and replace the mower spindle assemblies.

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