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Ariens Apex 48, Operator'S Manual

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EN - 13

1. Fuel Tank and Cap
2. Fuel Level Window
3. Oil Filter
4. Oil Drain
5. Engine Oil Dipstick
6. Air Filter
7. Ignition Key
8. Choke Control Knob
9. Throttle Control Lever
10. Power Take-off (PTO) Knob
11. Hour Meter
12. Height-of-Cut Adjustment System
13. Transport Lock Release Lever
14. Deck Lift Pedal

15. Seat Adjustment Lever
16. Seat Latch (Model 991158)
17. Parking Brake Lever
18. Belt Cover (2)
19. Steering Lever (2)
20. Discharge Chute
21. Anti-Scalp Wheel (6)
22. Transaxle Bypass Lever (2)
23. Battery (Under Seat)
24. Fuse Box
25. Hydraulic Oil Expansion Tank (2)
26. Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) 

(Model 991158)

Summary of Contents for Apex 48

Page 1: ...00B 10 19 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRAN AIS E10 Apex Zenith Models 991158 Zenith 60 SN 040000 991159 Apex 52 SN 040000 991161 Apex 48 SN 040000 991163 Apex 60 SN 040000 Operator s Manual Manuel du Utili...

Page 2: ...15 Anti scalp Wheel 15 OPERATION 16 Emergency Stopping 16 Before Operating Unit 16 Position ROPS 16 Start the Engine 17 Operate Unit 18 Stop the Engine 18 Move Unit Manually 18 Transport Unit 19 Relea...

Page 3: ...Figure 1 Model Serial Number Label MANUALS Before operating or servicing the unit carefully and completely read the manuals provided with the unit They contain safety instructions and important infor...

Page 4: ...amiliarize yourself and any other operators with all controls and the safe use of the features of this unit If you loan rent or sell this product to others provide them with all manuals If you have an...

Page 5: ...ly understood and carefully followed Safety decals on the machine are explained below ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals Replacement decal part numbers are found in the parts manual for y...

Page 6: ...n and others away from unit while unit is in operation Keep feet and hands away from all rotating or moving parts DO NOT step or stand in this area 3 DANGER DANGER Read and understand the operator s m...

Page 7: ...ents to unit 3 Bystander Hazard DO NOT operate the unit in the presence of bystanders DO NOT carry passengers 15 15 P Look behind when operating the unit in reverse 3 Loss of Traction Hazard If loss o...

Page 8: ...slopes or near drop offs Avoid sharp and or quick turns DO NOT exceed the machine weight rating of the ROPS ALWAYS use the seat belt when the ROPS is locked in the upright position DO NOT jump if mach...

Page 9: ...scharge chute or other safety devices in place and functioning properly Check frequently for signs of damage wear or deterioration and replace as needed NEVER tamper with safety devices Check their pr...

Page 10: ...of a drop off Do not mow within 1 2 M 4 feet of a pond or other waterway The primary hazard of slope operation is loss of control and or roll over Mow up and down slopes NEVER across Exercise caution...

Page 11: ...or damage Replace a damaged ROPS Do not repair or alter Service Keep machine in good working order Replace worn or damaged parts Use caution when servicing blades Wrap the blade s or wear gloves Repla...

Page 12: ...e 5 Secure negative battery cable to negative open battery terminal with hardware removed in previous step 6 Pull transaxle bypass levers out to disengage transaxles See Figure 4 IMPORTANT Be sure to...

Page 13: ...t discharge chute up slightly and rotate down into operating position See Figure 6 11 Push transaxle bypass levers in to engage transaxles 12 Adjust steering levers See Adjust Steering Levers on page...

Page 14: ...EN 12 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 7 12 15 10 18 3 20 4 21 5 19 11 1 9 14 25 6 23 8 7 24 2 17 13 Model 991158 3 4 5 6 22 Model 991161 Models 991159 991163 3 4 5 6 16 26...

Page 15: ...Hour Meter 12 Height of Cut Adjustment System 13 Transport Lock Release Lever 14 Deck Lift Pedal 15 Seat Adjustment Lever 16 Seat Latch Model 991158 17 Parking Brake Lever 18 Belt Cover 2 19 Steering...

Page 16: ...Figure 11 Controls power to mower blades The engine will not start with the PTO knob in the on position HOUR METER Hour meter measure engine runtime and cannot be reset HEIGHT OF CUT ADJUSTMENT SYSTE...

Page 17: ...ng with ROPS in the lowered position PARKING BRAKE LEVER See Figure 13 Controls the parking brake The engine will not start with brake in the off position SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM Monitors the interact...

Page 18: ...gine manual 4 Check function of the Safety Interlock System by performing the tests in Check Safety Interlock System on page 21 Contact your Ariens dealer for repair if any of the tests fail 5 Set cut...

Page 19: ...start position Release key when engine starts IMPORTANT Do not operate the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine does not start allow a 60 second cool down period between starting a...

Page 20: ...nto areas already cut Vary cutting pattern with each mowing Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside of mower deck Clean after each use STOP THE ENGINE 1 Move steering levers to neutral position...

Page 21: ...ition Your Ariens dealer can provide service and adjustments to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency Contact an authorized engine manufacturer s service center for engine service MAINTENANCE SC...

Page 22: ...Mower Belt Right 52 1 07200806 Mower Belt Left 60 1 07200817 Mower Belt Right 60 1 07200807 Mower Blade 48 3 00450200 Mower Blade 52 3 03253800 Mower Blade 60 3 03253900 Seat Switch 1 02754100 Hydraul...

Page 23: ...ATE UNIT 1 Apply oil to all pivot points and pin connections Lubricate Seat See Figure 21 1 Place unit in service position 2 Apply grease to seat tracks through slots under seat plate 3 Return seat to...

Page 24: ...fill indicator mark See Figure 22 c Reinstall expansion tank caps Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter 1 Operate unit for a few minutes to warm hydraulic oil 2 Stop engine remove key and wait for all movin...

Page 25: ...unit so drive wheels are off the ground 4 Bypass transaxles See Move Unit Manually on page 18 5 Start the engine and slowly move steering levers forward and backward 5 or 6 times 6 Stop engine 7 Retur...

Page 26: ...ntrol arm Secure with original hardware 4 Adjust steering lever position See Adjust Steering Levers on page 24 5 Turn eccentric spacer so levers are at the same height and have a 1 3 cm 2 5 cm 1 2 1 g...

Page 27: ...osition on page 20 2 Check tire pressures If needed adjust to recommended pressures See Specifications on page 29 3 Check tracking If unit does not track straight increase tire pressure to the drive w...

Page 28: ...erheats Engine oil level is low Add engine oil Refer to engine manual Cooling fins are plugged Clean engine Refer to engine manual Engine is faulty Contact your Ariens dealer Unit does not drive The t...

Page 29: ...ed is too fast Drive slower when cutting grass Belt tension or condition is poor Replace mower belts Refer to your unit s Service Manual Cutting height is too low Do not set height of cut too low For...

Page 30: ...unit in a cool dry protected area DO NOT store unit outdoors LONG TERM STORAGE 1 Perform short term storage procedures 2 Lubricate as directed in Maintenance on page 19 3 Touch up all scratched paint...

Page 31: ...Battery 300 CCA U1 Replaceable 12 Volt 12A 190 CCA U1 Replaceable PTO Power Take off Electric PTO Clutch Brake Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity Liter gal 19 3 5 1 Type See Engine Manual Size and Weight Length...

Page 32: ...nsions The chart below details special extensions to warranty terms Warranty terms are total time periods covered If any product is rented or leased there are no extensions to the 90 day warranty Outd...

Page 33: ...requirements of any other area Warranty service is limited to service within the area originally distributed In countries other than the United States and Canada contact the AriensCo dealer for warran...

Page 34: ...sCo or an authorized Ariens service representative of the need for warranty service Transport the product to and from the place of warranty service at owner s expense Have the warranty service perform...

Page 35: ...subject to Subsection 102 1 of the Australian Consumer Law Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded by the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a majo...

Page 36: ...655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 www ariens com PRINTED parts ariens com...

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