Ariens Max Zoom 60 Owners Manual - Page 17

3. Check Engine Fuel and Crankcase Oil Check and add fuel if required. Check that engine crankcase oil is full. Follow Engine Manual Maintenance Schedule. 4. Check Tire Pressure See Specifications on page 33 for correct tire pressure. 5. Check Hydraulic Fluid Level See Check Hydraulic Fluid Level on page 21. 6. Adjust Seat Be sure all controls can be reached safely from operator's position. 7. Set Cutting Height Make sure the deck is set to the correct cutting height. STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY To stop the engine: 1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Disengage the PTO and engage the parking brake. 2. Move the throttle lever to the "Slow" position. 3. Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position. TO MOW WITH UNIT Operate the unit only when seated in the operator's position. 1. Start the engine. Let the engine warm until it is running smoothly. 2. Release parking brake. WARNING: Move the steering control levers slowly and keep the throttle control lever at slow speed until you learn how to operate the unit. WARNING: Operating unit on slopes may lead to loss of steering control. When operating on slopes be prepared to react to an emergency situation. 1. Return steering levers to neutral position. 2. Immediately set parking brake. 3. Turn off PTO and engine. STARTING AND SHUT OFF CAUTION: Read entire Owner/Operator Manual, Clutch Manual, and Engine Manual first. DO NOT attempt to start engine at this time. To start the engine: 1. Make sure the steering levers are in neutral. 2. Put the PTO switch in the "Off" position. 3. Engage parking brake. 4. If the engine is cold, move the choke control to the "On" position. If the engine is warm or hot, do not use choke. 5. Move the throttle to 3/4 "Fast" position. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 6. Put the ignition key in the switch and turn it to the "Start" position. 7. As soon as the engine starts, release the key. 8. Move the choke control to the "Off" position from the "Choke" position. Wait until the engine is running smoothly before operation. 3. Bring the steering levers to neutral. 4. Slow the engine down to about 3/4 speed. 5. Turn ON the PTO switch to engage the mower. IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the mower is plugged with grass or other material. This may cause damage to the electric clutch. 6. Move throttle control to fast. 7. Move the steering levers forward to obtain a slow ground speed. 8. To disengage the mower, move the PTO switch to the "Off" position. 9. When you know how to operate the unit, select a speed appropriate to your mowing conditions. PARKING To park the unit: 1. Bring the steering levers to neutral. Turn off PTO. 2. Move the throttle lever to the "Slow" position. 3. Engage the parking brake. 4. Lower the attachment. 5. Turn the ignition key to the "Off" position and remove the key. GB - 17