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SERVICE PARTS

Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts 
to keep your unit running like new.

Part No.

Qty

Description

03498400

1

40-Inch Mower Blade 
(915065, 067)

00272800

1

40-Inch Mower Blade 
(915502)

01593900

1

44-Inch Mower Blade 
(915055)

00272900

1

44-Inch Mower Blade 
(915501)

04919100

1

48-Inch Mower Blade 
(915057)

04916400

1

52-Inch Mower Blade 
(915059)

01554800

1

Battery

07221000

1

Hydrostatic Belt 
(915065, 502)

07241400

1

Hydrostatic Belt 
(915067, 055, 057, 059, 
501)

07241800

1

40-Inch PTO Belt 
(915067)

07200001

1

40-Inch PTO Belt 
(915065, 502)

07241700

1

44-Inch PTO Belt 
(915055, 501)

07241500

1

48-Inch PTO Belt 
(915057)

07241600

1

52-Inch PTO Belt 
(915059)

07242900

1

44-Inch PTO Belt 
(915501)

ACCESSORIES

See your authorized Ariens dealer to add 
these optional accessories to your unit.

Part no.

Qty

Description

71502900

1

Dump Cart

81501200

1

46-Inch Snow Head 
(915065, 067, 055, 057, 
059)

81501300

1

54-Inch Dozer Blade

71503200

1

48-Inch Aerator

71503300

1

36-Inch Roller

71503400

1

48-Inch Dethatcher

71503500

1

15-Gallon Sprayer

71503600

1

Spreader

71504900

1

Sunshade

71503800

1

48-Inch Lawn Sweeper

81501500

1

Bagger (915065, 067, 
055, 057, 059)

71505100

1

Baffle Kit (915065, 067, 
055, 057, 059)

71501200

1

Hour Meter Kit (915065, 
502)

71504100

1

Light Kit (915065, 502)

71504700

1

Striper Kit (915065, 
502)

71505900

1

Anti-Scalp Kit (915065, 
502)

Summary of Contents for ZOOM 1540

Page 1: ... 1844 915502 1540 ZOOM 00367300B 8 05 Printed in USA Transfer model serial number label from product reg istration here Coller l autocollant du modèle et du numéro de série dans cet encadré Transferir aquí la etiqueta del modelo y número de serie del registro del producto ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL ...

Page 2: ...p Type Type Tipo Tipo Type Typ Tyyppi Typ Tipo Riding Rotary Lawn Mower Tondeuse à gazon autoportée rotative Aufsitz Sichelmäher Rijdende roterende grasmaaier Havetraktor med roterende knive Trattorino con unità di taglio rotativa Tractor cortacésped giratorio Plentraktor med rotorklipper Rotoråkgräsklippare Ajoleikkuri Samobieżna rotacyjna kosiarka trawnikowa Tractor Cortador de Relva Trade Name ...

Page 3: ...stand Chef for kvalitet og overensstemmelse Indehaver af tekniske data Responsabile della qualità e della conformità del prodotto Depositario del file tecnico Gerente de calidad y conformidad Depositario del archivo técnico Kvalitet og samsvarsansvarlig innehaver av teknisk fil Chef för kvalitet och produktöverensstämmelse Innehavare av tekniska data Laadusta ja vaatimustenmukaisuudesta vastaava j...

Page 4: ...ng requirements during the limited warranty period will be honored whether or not the product registration card is returned Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit Customer Note If the dealer does not register your product please fill out sign and return the product registration card to Ariens UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts The replacement of any...

Page 5: ...Refer to figure 2 for Safety Decal locations 1 Caution SAFETY WARNING This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and tip over accidents Operation on all slopes requires extra caution Tragic accide...

Page 6: ...ge toward other people Keep people away from unit while operating Shut off engine remove key and read manual before you adjust or repair unit OL1816 OL1809 OL1810 OL18111 OL1812 NO STEP Always keep feet away from rotating parts Always stand clear of discharge area Do not operate mower unless bagger is attached or guards are in operating position Read the operator s manual Keep children and others ...

Page 7: ... drop offs ditches or embankments Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Dust fog etc can reduce vision and cause an accident Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light Data indicates that operators age 60 and above are involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related injuries These operators should evaluate their ab...

Page 8: ...T mow on wet grass Reduced traction could cause sliding DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground Know the weight of loads Limit loads to those you can safely control and the unit can safely handle ALWAYS keep protective structures guards and panels in good repair in place and securely fastened Do not operate without either entire grass catcher or the discharge guard i...

Page 9: ...s terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Reverse connections may result in sparks which can cause serious injury Always connect positive lead of charger to positive terminal and negative lead to negative terminal ALWAYS disconnect negative cable FIRST and positive c...

Page 10: ...able order kit 715068 for model 915502 or order kit 715069 for model 915501 3 Install steering levers on the handlebar brackets with mounting hardware 4 Adjust steering levers see ADJUSTING STEERING LEVERS on page 21 Check Engine Oil Level Refer to Engine Manual Check Tire Pressure See SPECIFICATIONS on page 27 Level Mower Deck See LEVELLING AND ADJUSTING PITCH OF MOWER DECK on page 17 Fill Fuel T...

Page 11: ...ck system is working properly If the unit does not perform as stated contact your Ariens dealer for repairs CONTROLS AND FEATURES OE0220 4 2 1 3 5 10 11 12 7 6 14 9 13 Figure 4 7 15 8 OPERATION WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding WARNING Safety interlock failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury Check system before...

Page 12: ...alve to off 3 when storing or transporting the unit Hour Meter 915067 055 057 059 501 and Optional on 915065 502 Records total number of hours engine has been run NOTE Hour meter will continue to run if ignition key is left in the run position with the engine turned off Mulching Deck 915501 502 The mower decks on models 915501and 915502 come standard as a mulching deck If mulching the grass is not...

Page 13: ...ware from lockout position and install axle lock hardware in pivoting position on both sides of front axle NOTE To lock front axle install axle lock hardware in the lockout position on both sides of the axle Adjusting Seat Lift adjustment lever and slide seat forward or backward to the desired position FILLING FUEL TANKS 1 Clean fuel caps and surrounding area to prevent dust dirt and debris from e...

Page 14: ...r at 1 3 throttle for a warm engine IMPORTANT DO NOT operate starter for more than 15 seconds per minute as damage can occur 2 Turn ignition key to start position and release once the engine has started 3 After engine starts set throttle lever to fast Disengage choke control 915055 057 059 501 502 IMPORTANT Let the engine warm up several seconds to several minutes depending on outside temperature ...

Page 15: ...ing pattern with each mowing Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside of mower deck Clean after each use IMPORTANT Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit The following chart shows the recommended service schedule Refer to the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information NOTE To have full access to the engine the seat must be tipped forward see TIPPING SEA...

Page 16: ...he oil use the oil drain petcock 1 supplied with unit not the drain plug that is shown in the Engine Manual 25 Hours or Every Season Check Battery Keep battery and battery terminals clean see Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables on page 21 Lubricate Unit Apply grease to zerk 1 on each front wheel 50 Hours or Every Season Check Fasteners Check mower blade mounting hardware and all other fasteners Re...

Page 17: ...re 12 3 Measure from rear edge of mower blades to the ground figure 12 4 Perform steps 5 through 7 if the measurement is too high or too low on either side of mower deck 5 Remove rear lift link and rear trunnion from mower deck and mower lift figure 13 TO RAISE the mower deck turn rear trunnion clockwise several turns TO LOWER the mower deck turn rear trunnion counterclockwise several turns OE0300...

Page 18: ...ing height measurement figure 12 4 Perform steps 5 through 7 if the front blade cutting height is too high or too low on either side on either side of mower deck 5 Remove front lift link and front trunnion from mower deck and mower lift figure 13 TO RAISE the mower deck turn front trunnion clockwise several turns TO LOWER the mower deck turn front trunnion counterclockwise several turns 6 Install ...

Page 19: ...is bent or broken Do not change angle of cutting edge or round the corner at the end of mower blade 2 Sharpen mower blade by removing an equal amount of material from each end of mower blade 3 Check mower blade balance by sliding mower blade on an unthreaded bolt If blade is balanced it should remain in a horizontal position If either end of mower blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until m...

Page 20: ...minals Battery Removal and Installation Remove Figure 18 1 Tip seat forward see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 16 2 Disconnect negative cable first then positive cable 3 Remove battery hold down bracket and battery from unit Install Figure 18 1 Install battery on the unit with battery hold down bracket 2 Connect positive cable first then negative cable 3 Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to...

Page 21: ...ger Contact battery and battery charger manufacturers for detailed instructions 1 Remove battery from unit see Battery Removal and Installation on page 20 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area 3 Connect positive lead of charger to positive terminal and negative lead of charger to negative terminal 4 Charge battery according to battery charger and battery manufacturers instructions 5 Install ba...

Page 22: ...ht line 1 Determine which way the unit turns 2 Tip seat forward see TIPPING SEAT FORWARD on page 16 NOTE The forward travel adjustment bolt adjusts the forward travel of the steering lever The rear travel adjustment bolt adjusts the rearward travel of the steering lever 3 Adjust speed by Turning adjustment bolt clockwise to decrease steering lever travel Turning adjustment bolt counter clockwise t...

Page 23: ... 1 Install hydrostatic belt on idler electric clutch pulley and hydrostatic transmission pulleys 2 Connect idler spring 3 Install clutch stop 4 Connect electric clutch connector 5 Install PTO belt see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 22 Short Term Storage IMPORTANT NEVER clean unit with high pressure water or store unit outdoors Remove all dirt grease leaves etc Store in a clean dry area Inspect unit fo...

Page 24: ...ine Manual for detailed instructions 3 Faulty engine 3 Contact your Ariens Dealer Unit does not move with engine running when using steering levers 1 The transmission bypass lever is engaged 1 Disengage transmission bypass lever see on page 15 2 Faulty hydrostatic belt 2 Replace hydrostatic belt see REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT on page 23 3 Faulty transmission 3 Contact your Ariens Dealer PTO or mow...

Page 25: ... need adjustment 2 Adjust steering levers see Forward and Reverse Speed Adjustment on page 22 3 Hydrostatic transmission and or linkage needs adjustment 3 Contact your Ariens Dealer Unit creeps with steering levers in neutral position 1 Hydrostatic transmission and or linkage needs adjustment 1 Contact your Ariens Dealer Poor cutting quality 1 Mower deck not level or mower pitch is incorrect 2 Lev...

Page 26: ... PTO Belt 915055 501 07241500 1 48 Inch PTO Belt 915057 07241600 1 52 Inch PTO Belt 915059 07242900 1 44 Inch PTO Belt 915501 ACCESSORIES See your authorized Ariens dealer to add these optional accessories to your unit Part no Qty Description 71502900 1 Dump Cart 81501200 1 46 Inch Snow Head 915065 067 055 057 059 81501300 1 54 Inch Dozer Blade 71503200 1 48 Inch Aerator 71503300 1 36 Inch Roller ...

Page 27: ...ansmission Electrical Starter Electric Battery 12 Volt Maintenance Free PTO Power Take Off Electric Clutch Brake Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity gal L 8 30 3 Transmission Hydrostatic Drive Size and Weight Length in cm 76 193 Width in cm 55 5 141 59 150 63 160 66 168 Weight lbs kg 616 279 660 299 687 312 714 324 740 336 Height in cm 40 102 43 109 Tires Front Tire Size in cm...

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Page 30: ...labor and parts except as noted below The duration of this warranty shall be ninety 90 days after the date of purchase or 1000 hours of use whichever comes first if any product is rented or leased 3 Year Limited Sno Thro Warranty Ariens Company Ariens warrants to the original purchaser that Sno Thro products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a...

Page 31: ...fically warranted normal maintenance services and normal replacement items such as spark plugs oil oil filters air filters mufflers belts tires shoes runners scraper blades shear bolts mower blades mower vanes headlights light bulbs knives etc are not covered by this warranty except as noted below Mufflers belts and tires on consumer lawn and garden products are warranted to the original purchaser...

Page 32: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P O Box 157 Brillion WI 54110 0157 Phone 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com ...

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