Ariens Zoom 42 Operation Manual - Page 12

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. 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. Test Steering Lever 1 Neutral Position 2 Neutral Position 3 Neutral Position 4*+ Out of Neutral Position 5*+ Neutral Position * Test with engine running. PTO Off On Off Off On + 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 14 for detailed instructions on how to start engine. Throttle/Choke Lever (915157, 169) Choke (1) - Use to start a cold engine. 1 Fast (2) - Increases engine 2 speed. Parking Brake Engaged Engaged Disengaged Disengaged Engaged Engine Starts Doesn't Start Doesn't Start Shuts Off Shuts Off Throttle (915159, 161, 171) 1 Fast (1) - Increases engine speed. 2 Slow (2) - Decreases engine speed. Choke (915159, 161, 171) Pull choke control out to start a cold engine. Push choke control in when engine is warm. OE0003 Slow (3) - Decreases engine speed. 3 OE0002 Parking Brake Engages (2) and disengages (1) parking 1 brake. 2 GB - 12