Assembly; Operation - Ariens 936034 - 1540 Owner's/Operator's Manual

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
Tools Required
• Needle nose pliers
• Open-end wrench: 3/8 in., 7/16 in., 1/2 in., and
9/16 in. or adjustable wrench
• Phillips screwdriver
• Tire gauge
Package Contents
Figure 4
Check Tire Pressure
See Specifications on page 18.
Install Deck (936036)
See Mower Deck Removal and Installation on page 12.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 1 on page 2 for all Controls and Features
locations.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
With operator on seat, engine must not start if PTO is
engaged.
Engine MUST STOP if operator leaves seat when:
• forward and reverse pedal is not in neutral or
• parking brake is disengaged or
• PTO is engaged
Engine MUST NOT start unless:
• parking brake is set/brake pedal is depressed and
• forward and reverse pedal is in neutral and
• PTO is disengaged.

ASSEMBLY

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OPERATION

Check Lubrication
See General Lubrication on page 12.
Charge Battery
See Charging Battery on page 16.
Check Oil Level
Check engine oil. Fill if necessary.
Refer to engine manual for proper type oil and crankcase
capacity.
Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Refer to engine manual for proper type.
Check Safety Interlock System
WARNING: FAILURE OF INTERLOCK,
together with improper operation could result in
death or serious injury.
See Check Safety Interlock System on page 11.
Check Function of all Controls
WARNING: FAILURE OF CONTROLS could
result in death or serious injury.
Ensure unit runs and performs properly (see Operation
on page 8)
DO NOT operate unit unless safety interlock system is
functioning properly. If it does not function properly, see
your Ariens Dealer.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is operated by a
1
2
removable key.
To start:
3
Insert the key. Turn the switch clockwise
from the off (1) position to the start (3)
position. The key will spring back to the
OT0680
run (2) position.
To stop the engine, turn key to the off (1)
position.
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