SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION

1.1 THE MANUAL

The purpose of this manual is to provide complete instructions for service, maintenance, disassembly, repair, and installation of the mechanical components for the 915 ZT.

Dealer trained service personnel should use this manual as a supplement to and reminder of the training sessions conducted by the company.

Read all information for servicing a part or system before repair work is started to avoid needless disassembly.

Operation

Before operation of the unit, carefully and completely read manuals supplied with the unit. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

Safety Messages

For your safety and the safety of others always read, understand, and follow all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION messages found in manuals and on safety decals.

Directional Reference

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from the operator in the operator position and facing the direction of forward travel.

1.2 SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

When ordering publications, replacement parts, or making service inquiries, know the Model and Serial numbers of your unit and engine.

Numbers are located on the product registration form in the unit literature package. They are printed on a serial number label, located on the frame of your unit.

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1.Unit Serial Number Label

2.Engine Serial Number Label

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1.3 PRODUCT REGISTRATION

A warranty registration card must be filled out, signed, and returned at time of purchase. This card activates

the warranty. Claims meeting requirements during limited warranty period will be honored.

1.4UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this vehicle with anything other than a Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury, or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

1.5 DISCLAIMER

Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.

1.6TECHNICAL SERVICE COMMUNICATIONS

Ariens Technical Service communicates information to the field using Service Letters, Service Bulletins, Product Notices, and Campaigns. Each communication signifies a type of information and priority. The dealer is responsible to carry out the directive provided in the communication. The types of communication are:

Service Letter - General technical information for the dealer. Technical information on how to service the product and product improvements.

Service Bulletin - Notification to update products to resolve certain issues or a notification of a policy change.

Product Notices - Notification of limited product issue located in a certain region. This is a limited distribution to only those who received the product involved.

Campaigns - Notification of a safety related issue. All products must be updated and are tracked by the factory until all units are corrected.

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