Ariens 915163 ZOOM XL 42 Manual De Usuario

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See figure 5 for all controls and features 
locations.

Perform the following tests to ensure the 
safety interlock system is working properly. If 
the unit does not perform as stated contact 
your Ariens dealer for repairs.

Operate ignition 
switch with a 
removable key. 
Ignition switch has 
four positions: 
Stop (1), Headlight 
(2), Run (3), Start (4). 
See STARTING AND 
SHUTTING OFF 
ENGINE on page 16 
for detailed 
instructions on how to 
start engine.

Fast (1) – Increases 
engine speed.

Slow (2) – Decreases 
engine speed.

Use to start a cold engine. Push 
the choke lever away from 
operator position to start a cold 
engine. Pull the choke lever 
toward the operator position 
when the engine starts to run 
smoothly. 

NOTE: Do not choke a warm engine.

Engages (2) and 
disengages (1) parking 
brake.

Engages (2) 
and disengages 
(1) mower 
blades.

Press and release the toggle button to shift 
between different functions. 

Press and hold the toggle button to reset the 
timer or clear a service message.

The hour meter has three functions:

Hour Meter: measures the amount of time 
the engine has been run. This time cannot be 
cleared.

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read 
and understand the entire Safety 
section before proceeding.

WARNING: Safety interlock failure 
and improper operation of unit can 
result in death or serious injury. 
Check system before each use to 
make sure it is functioning 
properly.

1

Neutral 

Position

Off

Engaged

Starts

2

Neutral 

Position

On

Engaged

Doesn’t 

Start

3

Neutral 

Position

Off

Disengaged Doesn’t 

Start

4*+

Out of 

Neutral 

Position

Off

Disengaged

Shuts 

Off

5*+

Neutral 

Position

On

Engaged

Shuts 

Off

* Test with engine running.

+ Operator lifts off seat.

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