Ariens 927046 RM1028 Owner's And Operator's Manual page 9

Travel Speed Selector
The Speed Selector controls the unit travel in a forward
or reverse direction when positioned in notch of speed.
Speed Selector lever is used to select
neutral (N) or travel speeds that provide six
forward speeds with one reverse speed.
6
These speeds are shown at indicator on
5
side of frame. First (1) speed is slowest,
4
3
(6) indicates fastest speed, (R) indicates
2
reverse and (N) indicates neutral position.
1
To start engine, Speed Selector must be in
N
neutral (N).
R
Ariens recommends starting forward travel
in first (1) or second (2) speed, then
shifting "on the go" to desired travel speed.
Speed
Selector
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Attachment Clutch
1.Move Mower Clutch Lever to left, then
forward to (ON) position to start mower
blade rotation and cutting (move to right to
latch).
2.Pull lever to left, then to rear (OUT)
position to apply blade brake and stop
blade rotation.
Attachment Lift
Move Attachment Control to right then to
rear position for maximum cutting height
(4" [10 cm]). Move lever to right, then to
forward position for lowest cutting height
(1.5" [3.8 cm]). Intermediate positions allow selection
of cutting heights between these values.
Parking Brake
P
Parking Brake is provided to prevent
tractor from rolling when parked or left
unattended.
To engage Parking Brake, fully depress
Clutch Pedal and engage Parking Brake
Latch, then remove pressure from Clutch
Pedal.
To disengage Parking Brake, depress
Clutch Pedal fully and disengage Parking
Brake Latch.
IMPORTANT: Operating unit with Parking
Brake and Latch engaged will damage brake band and
friction wheel.
PRE-STARTING
Crankcase Oil
Check that the engine crankcase oil is at proper level
by setting dipstick into tube. Fill or change per
instructions in Service and Adjustments Section.
CAUTION: Make sure all hardware is tight, all
safety devices are in place and all
adjustments are made correctly.
Air Cleaner
Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required. See Service
and Adjustments Section.
Engine Fuel
Refer to Service and Adjustments Section.
Check fuel supply. Wipe dust, dirt and debris from
around cap before removing to prevent foreign particles
from entering tank.
NOTE: For cold weather starts, use a winter grade gas-
oline which has a higher volatility to improve starting.
DO NOT use gasoline left over from summer.
Seat Adjustment
Be sure all controls can be reached safely from
operator's position. To move seat, loosen four bolts
under seat, move seat to desired position, and tighten
bolts.
Safety Interlock System
With operator on seat, engine must not start if PTO is
engaged.
Engine MUST STOP if operator leaves seat when:
• speed selector lever 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
• speed selector lever is in neutral and
• PTO is disengaged.
WARNING: Safety interlock system failure
and improper operation of unit can result in
death or serious injury. Check system before
each use to make sure it is functioning
properly.
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