Ariens Zoom 42 Owners Manual - Page 14

OPERATION WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. CONTROLS AND FEATURES See figure 4 for all controls and features locations. Test Steering Lever PTO 1 Neutral Position Off 2 Neutral Position On 3 Neutral Position Off 4*+ Out of Neutral Position Off 5*+ Neutral Position On * Test with engine running. + Operator lifts off seat. Ignition Switch Operate ignition switch with a removable key. Ignition switch has three positions: Stop (1), Run (2), Start (3). See "STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINE" on page 19 for detailed instructions on how to start engine. Safety Interlock System 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. 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. Parking Brake Engaged Engaged Disengaged Engine Starts Doesn't Start Doesn't Start Disengaged Shuts Off Engaged Shuts Off Throttle/Choke Lever (915159, 161, 171) Choke (1) - Use to start a cold engine. Pull lever up for choke. Push lever down once unit is 2 started. Fast (2) - Increases engine speed. 1 Slow (3) - Decreases engine speed. 3 OE0002 GB - 14