Gravely ZT 2444HD Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download

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Owner/Operator Manual

Models

991037 – ZT 2552HD
991038 – ZT 2760HD
991041 – ZT 2660HD
991050 – ZT 2444HD
991051 – ZT 2648HD

ZT HD

03253200A 5/08

Printed in USA

ENGLISH

Summary of Contents for ZT 2444HD

Page 1: ...Owner Operator Manual Models 991037 ZT 2552HD 991038 ZT 2760HD 991041 ZT 2660HD 991050 ZT 2444HD 991051 ZT 2648HD ZT HD 03253200A 5 08 Printed in USA ENGLISH...

Page 2: ...diff rentes langues sont disponibles chez votre revendeur Rendez vous chez votre revendeur ou allez sur le site www ariens com pour consulter la liste des langues disponibles pour votre quipement Les...

Page 3: ...public notice or obligation to the purchaser The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing Equipment described within this manual may be optional Some illust...

Page 4: ...LWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal locations SAFET...

Page 5: ...cross DO NOT operate on slopes over 10 If machine stops going uphill stop blade and back down slowly Avoid sudden turns Keep safety devices guards shields switches etc in place and working Check inter...

Page 6: ...away Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult Keep area of operation clear of all toys pets and debris Thrown objects can cause injury Check for weak spots on dock...

Page 7: ...ngine Use care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may obscure vision Dust smoke fog etc can reduce vision and cause an accident Mow only in daylight or good artificial l...

Page 8: ...fective working order by operator Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive Handle with care Use an approved fuel container NO smoking NO sparks NO flames ALWAYS allow engine to cool befor...

Page 9: ...achment components frequently If worn or damaged replace with manufacturer s recommended parts UNIT ASSEMBLY Package Contents Unit Mower Deck and Literature Pack Preparation Checklist Refer to the Own...

Page 10: ...12 11 Lubrication Lubricate all fittings per maintenance label under seat and check hydrostat oil level See Lubricate Unit on page 22 12 Level Deck Check unit to ensure deck level set at factory has b...

Page 11: ...hrottle Lever 7 Choke Control 8 Power Take Off PTO Switch 9 Battery 10 Fuel Shut Off Valve 11 Mower Lift Pedal 12 Mower Deck 13 Mower Lift Lock 14 Seat Adjustment Lever 15 Parking Brake 16 Bypass Valv...

Page 12: ...ing levers to neutral NOTE The steering controls are mechanically locked in neutral whenever the parking brake is engaged NOTE Aggressive turning can scuff or damage lawns ALWAYS keep both wheels rota...

Page 13: ...t Mower Lift Pedal Mower lift pedal raises and lowers mower deck for mowing or transport Transport Push mower lift pedal all the way forward until lift lock engages Cutting Height Put cutting height a...

Page 14: ...Adjust Seat Be sure all controls can be reached safely from operator s position 7 Set Cutting Height Make sure the deck is set to the correct cutting height STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY The unit can be s...

Page 15: ...tions PARKING To park the unit 1 Bring the steering levers to neutral Turn off PTO 2 Move the throttle lever to the Slow position 3 Engage the parking brake 4 Lower the attachment 5 Turn the ignition...

Page 16: ...k Each Use Check Safety Interlock WARNING Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury Test this system each time the unit is operated If this s...

Page 17: ...be fittings See Lubricate Unit on page 22 Check Brake Gap Adjust gap if necessary See Adjusting the Parking Brake on page 24 Every 100 Hours Clean Battery Keep battery and its terminals clean See Clea...

Page 18: ...axle to drain completely 4 Clean the filter mounting surface and then lubricate rubber gasket on new oil filter with clean hydraulic oil 5 Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until it makes contac...

Page 19: ...ee Moving the Unit with the Engine Off on page 15 5 Start the engine and slowly move the steering levers in forward and reverse five or six times 6 Stop the engine check the oil level and add oil as n...

Page 20: ...izontal position If either end of mower blade moves downward sharpen the heavy end until blade is balanced 4 Install mower blade s on unit 5 Tighten the bolts to a torque of 115 125 lbf ft 156 169 5 N...

Page 21: ...Charging the Battery Battery Electrolyte First Aid Follow First Aid directions for contact with battery fluid External Contact Flush with water Eyes Flush with water for at least 15 minutes and get m...

Page 22: ...verse several times to make sure controls are free Then return steering levers to neutral position 6 Check wheel s for movement NOTE The right and left hydraulic pumps are adjusted the same way 7 If a...

Page 23: ...ure on side unit tracks to DO NOT exceed maximum recommended tire pressure See Specifications on page 30 If tire pressure adjustment does not solve tracking problem adjust the limiter bolts on the sto...

Page 24: ...ion bypass valves to the neutral position See Moving the Unit with the Engine Off on page 15 2 Push the unit forward If the unit easily rolls forward the transmission brakes are not fully engaging Tig...

Page 25: ...Retighten short mower belt idler pivot bolt Install belts on sheaves Put belts onto center sheave last 6 Replace belt covers and return foot board to closed position Replacing the Hydro Pump Belt 1 P...

Page 26: ...e 25 2 Lock the mower deck in the service position Push the mower lift pedal forward between cutting height number 4 and number 5 to align the holes in the deck lift shaft and the deck lift cover Inse...

Page 27: ...4 7 mm If they are not raise the low side of the deck using the height adjusters on the deck lift brackets see Figure 24 6 After deck is level side to side check the deck front to back pitch 7 Turn t...

Page 28: ...the deck Tighten both jam nuts SHORT TERM NEVER spray unit with high pressure water or store unit outdoors Inspect unit for visible signs of wear breakage or damage Keep all nuts bolts and screws pro...

Page 29: ...n the fuel tank inside of a building with potential sources of ignition To Take the Unit Out of Storage 1 Refer to the engine service manual to prepare the engine for service 2 Put fresh clean fuel in...

Page 30: ...Power Take Off Electric PTO Clutch Brake Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity gal L 7 26 5 Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 20W 50 engine oil with an SL API...

Page 31: ...wer Take Off Electric PTO Clutch Brake Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity gal L 7 26 5 Transmission Type Hydrostatic Drive Transmission Oil Use 20W 50 engine oil with an SL API c...

Page 32: ...rd through fifth year from the date of purchase the parts required to repair a defect in material or work manship of the main frame not the labor will be provided free of charge 90 Day Limited Warrant...

Page 33: ...purchased in the United States including Puerto Rico and Canada In all other countries contact place of purchase for warranty information Disclaimer Ariens may from time to time change the design of...

Page 34: ...is product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING GRAVELY 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 1072 920 756 2141 Fax 920...

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