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ZOOM HD
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
991039 – Zoom 2452 HD
991040 – Zoom 2660 HD
03253300A 11/07
ENGLISH
Printed in USA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . 17 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Maintenance Schedule . . . . .
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� Record Unit Model and Serial numbers DEALER DELIVERY here. Dealer should: 1. Test brakes after unit is assembled to be sure adjustment has not been disturbed in shipment (See Parking Brake Interlock System on page 12). Wheel � Record Engine Model and Serial numbers brakes are properly adjusted at factory. here. 2. Check the safety interlock system to make sure that it is functioning properly. With operator on seat, unit must not start unless steering levers are in neutral (N) and Po
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SAFETY WARNING: This cutting machine WARNING: POTENTIALLY is capable of amputating hands HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not and feet and throwing objects. avoided, COULD RESULT in Failure to observe the safety death or serious injury. instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death. CAUTION: POTENTIALLY Slopes are a major factor related HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not to loss-of-control and tip-over avoided, MAY RESULT in minor accidents. Operation on all slopes
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6 2 5 4 1 3 2 OF0002 Figure 2 1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS � If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back down slowly. INJURY OR DEATH � Avoid sudden turns. Read Owner/Operator Manual. � Keep safety devices (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working. � Check interlock system per manual before use. OL1801 � Understand location and function of all Keep children and others away controls. from unit while operating. � Never allow operation by untrained persons. 2. DANGER! ROTA
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NO STEP! Always keep feet Inspect unit before each use for: missing or away from rotating parts. damaged decals and shields, correctly operating safety interlock system, and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace or repair as needed. OL4420 ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully before operation. 3. WARNING! ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating Do not operate mower unless guards are in along streets or curbs. operating position or bagger is attached. Keep children an
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Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced with side shields when operating mower. traction could cause sliding and effect the machine’s stability. Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. Wrap blade(s) or wear gloves to Watch for traffic when operating near or service. On multiblade mowers, rotation of crossing roadways. one blade will cause all blades to rotate. Never carry passengers. NEVER place your hands or any part of your DO NOT try to s
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Always wear a seat belt when operating unit NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors. using a Rollover Protection System (ROPS). Replace fuel cap securely and clean up Keep all movements on the slope slow and spilled fuel. gradual. Do not make sudden changes in Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a speed or direction. truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires place containers on the ground away from lose traction, disengage
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NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to Clean grass and debris from unit, especially unit while engine is running (except where from around muffler and engine, to help specifically recommended). Stop engine, prevent fires. remove key or spark plug wire and wait for all For extended storage, shut off fuel and clean moving parts to stop before servicing or unit thoroughly. See engine manual for proper cleaning. storage. Check parking brake operation frequently. Lower cutting deck unless a
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7. Check Engine Crankcase - Check and add oil if needed. See Engine Manual for 1 2 1 specifications. 8. Fill Engine Fuel Tank - Add clean fuel to the fuel tank. 3 IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for fuel type. 9. Hardware - Check for loose hardware. 10. Check Safety Interlock System - Check to see that the interlock system operates correctly (See Safety Interlock System on page 12). WARNING: FAILURE OF INTERLOCK together with improper operation can result in severe personal injury. 1
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 10 16 2 15 3 1 9 13 11 4 7 14 6 8 12 OF4035 OF4095 OM4090 OM4085 5 Figure 4 1. Fuel Tanks and Caps 9. Battery 2. Steering Levers 10. Fuel Shut Off Valve 3. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 11. Mower Lift Pedal 4. Ignition Switch 12. Mower Deck 5. Hour Meter 13. Mower Lift Lock 6. Throttle Lever 14. Seat Adjustment Lever 7. Choke Control 15. Parking Brake 8. Power Take Off (PTO) Switch 16. Bypass Valve Lever GB - 11
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OPERATION Steering Levers WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. B A CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 4 for Controls and Features locations. Safety Interlock System D C WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in The steering levers control speed and death or serious injury. Test this direction. In addition, they will stop the unit. system each time the unit is A. For reverse travel, pull both steeri
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Choke Control Mower Lift Pedal Push the choke lever forward to start a cold engine. Pull the choke OF1700 lever to the rear when the OF1680 engine gets warm. Mower lift pedal raises and lowers mower deck for mowing or transport. Transport: Throttle Lever Push mower lift pedal all the way forward until The throttle lever changes 1 lift lock engages. the engine speed. Move the throttle lever to Fast (1) Cutting Height: to increase engine speed. Put cutting height adjustment pin in desire
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Hour Meter 4. Check Tire Pressure Records total number of 5. Check Hydraulic Fluid Level hours the engine has 6. Adjust Seat been run. Be sure all controls can be reached safely IMPORTANT: Keep a from operator’s position. record of Hour Meter readings for 7. Set Cutting Height recommended Lubrication and Maintenance Make sure the deck is set to the correct intervals. cutting height. NOTE: For accurate readings be sure Ignition STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY Switch is OFF when unit is not
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WARNING: Move the steering control levers slowly and keep the throttle control lever at slow speed until you learn how to operate the unit. 3. Bring the steering levers to neutral. 4. Slow the engine down to about 3/4 speed. 5. Turn ON the PTO switch to engage the Push Lever In to Drive Position mower. IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the mower is plugged with grass or other material. This may cause damage to the electric clutch. 6. Move throttle control to fast. 7. Move the steer
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Mow with the engine set at full throttle. FOR BEST PERFORMANCE When mulching, only remove 1/3 of grass Cut grass when it is dry. length per cutting. Do not cut more than 1 Keep mower blades sharp. inch (2.54 cm) at any one time. Keep mower deck properly levelled. Discharge clippings into areas already cut. Adjust anti-scalp rollers to prevent scalping. Vary cutting pattern with each mowing. Do not set height of cut too low. For very tall Do not allow grass or debris to collect inside grass,
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Period Service Task Follow Engine Manual Perform scheduled engine maintenance. Refer to Each Maintenance Schedule engine manual for detailed instructions. Use Check Mower Blades Check mower blades for wear. Sharpen or replace Every as needed. See Mower Blades on page 19. 25 Hours Lubricate Unit Oil all pivot points and pin connections. Grease Every lube fittings. See Lubricate Unit on page 22. 50 Check Brake Gap Adjust gap if nessessary. See Adjusting the Hours Parking Brake on page 24.
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Check Hydraulic Fluid Level 2 1 Check the system with the unit cold and 2 parked on a flat, level surface. Then run the unit for about one minute and recheck the levels. To Add Hydraulic Fluid: 1. Remove the cap from the expansion tank. 3 2. Fill the expansion tank with Mobil 1 Extended Performance 15W50 or equivalent (Ariens p/n 00057100) until oil level reaches the cold fill line on the tank. 3. Install the expansion tank cap and then purge the system. See Purging the Hydraulic Syste
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5. Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until 4. Stop the engine and put the transaxle it makes contact. Tighten oil filter bypass levers in the drive position. See another 3/4 turn. Moving the Unit with the Engine Off on page 15. 6. Install the filter guards removed in step 2. Tighten the mounting screws to 5. Start the engine and slowly move the 65 lbf-in (7.3 N�m). steering levers in forward and reverse five or six times. 7. Repeat steps 1–6 for the other transaxle. 6. Stop the engi
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3. Check mower blade balance. Slide mower blade on an unthreaded bolt. A balanced blade should remain in a horizontal 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�m). 1 DO NOT Sharpen to This Pattern 2 2 1 3 1. Blade 4 DISCARD if More Than 2. Cup Washer 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) 1 3. Bolt Figure 9 Sharpen the Mower Blades CAUTION: DO NOT sharp
