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Ariens Max Zoom 2560 User Manual

Ariens Max Zoom 2560
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Owner/Operator Manual
Models
991056 – Max Zoom 2560
991065 – Max Zoom 2552
MAX ZOOM
03790900B 9/09
Printed in USA
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
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Ariens Max Zoom 2560 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAriens
ModelMax Zoom 2560
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY

SIGNAL WORDS

Explains DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION signal words and their meanings in safety messages.

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Original purchaser must be instructed; provide manual and training if unit is loaned or sold.

DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

Slope Operation Hazards

Operate with caution on slopes, not across. Avoid slopes over 10 degrees.

Child Safety Precautions

Keep children away from unit and out of work area. Never carry children.

Rotating Parts Danger

DANGER: Stay clear of rotating parts. Keep feet and hands away from moving parts.

OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES

Moving Parts Hazard

Avoid injury by staying clear of rotating parts.

PERSONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Protective Gear

Wear appropriate clothing, footwear, and safety glasses. Tie back hair.

Emergency Procedures

Understand how to stop in an emergency and operate controls.

Safety Systems

Keep safety devices in place. Ensure interlock system is functioning properly.

OPERATING AND TRANSPORT SAFETY

Slope Operation Guidelines

Mow up/down slopes, not across. Do not park on slopes unless necessary.

Fuel Handling Precautions

Handle fuel with care, no smoking, no sparks, no flames near fuel.

Battery Safety

Avoid electric shock, reverse connections, and explosive gases from battery.

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

OPERATION

Steering Levers

Controls speed and direction; pulling backward for reverse, pushing forward for forward travel.

Safety Interlock System

Crucial system ensuring safe operation. Must be tested before each use.

OPERATING CONTROLS

Power Take Off (PTO) Switch

Engages and disengages mower blades. Engine won't start if PTO is not Off.

PRE-START CHECKS

Safety Interlock System Check

Crucial safety system check before operation. Do not operate if malfunctioning.

STARTING AND SHUT OFF

Starting the Engine

Steps for starting engine: neutral levers, PTO off, parking brake, choke, throttle, ignition key.

Stopping the Engine

Steps for stopping: neutral levers, disengage PTO, engage brake, slow throttle, turn off ignition.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

HYDRAULIC FLUID

Checking Hydraulic Fluid Level

Check system cold and after running unit for one minute.

Adding Hydraulic Fluid

Fill expansion tank with 20W-50 oil to cold fill line, then purge system.

Changing Hydraulic Fluid and Filter

Change fluid and filter after first 75 hours, then every 400 hours.

MOWER BLADES

Purging the Hydraulic System

Procedure to purge system by operating engine with wheels off ground.

SHARPEN MOWER BLADES

MOWER DECKS

INSTALLING THE MOWER DECK

Check Blade Level and Pitch

Measure blade height side-to-side and front-to-back pitch, adjust as needed.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY

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