Ariens Zoom 42 Operation Manual - Page 14
Stopping In An Emergency, Starting And Shutting Off, Engine, Operating Mower, Transporting Unit - choke
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Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the system. These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel stabilizer container. STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY 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 NOTE: This unit is not equipped with the return to neutral function. The control arms must be manually brought back to neutral from the forward position. STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINE Starting the Engine NOTE: Disengage the PTO, place the steering levers in neutral, and engage the parking brake prior to starting the engine. 1. If the engine is cold, move the choke control to the On position. If the engine is warm or hot, do not use choke. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter for more than 10 seconds per minute as damage can occur. 2. Put the ignition key in the switch and turn it to the Start position. 3. As soon as the engine starts, release the key. 4. Move the choke control to the Off position from the Choke position. Wait until the engine is running smoothly before operation. IMPORTANT: Let the engine warm up several seconds to several minutes depending on outside temperature. Stopping the Engine 1. Stop unit. 2. Disengage PTO. 3. Set throttle lever to slow. 4. Turn ignition switch to off position and remove key. 5. Set parking brake. OPERATING MOWER 1. Start engine. 2. Set throttle lever to fast. IMPORTANT: Never engage PTO if mower is plugged with grass or other material. 3. Engage PTO to start mower blades. It will take 2-3 seconds for the blades to engage. NOTE: The parking brake must be disengaged prior to moving the steering levers from the neutral lockout position. 4. Release parking brake. 5. Use steering levers to move the unit. 6. Disengage PTO to stop mower blades. TRANSPORTING UNIT ALWAYS shut off engine, set parking brake, remove key, and properly remove fuel when transporting unit on a truck or trailer. Tie unit down securely. Do not tie down by linkages, guards, cables or other parts that may be damaged. GB - 14