Ariens 915013-1742 EZR Owner's/Operator's Manual page 19

3. Remove wing nut from the Battery Rod and
remove the rod.
4. Disconnect the negative (–) cable first.
5. Disconnect the positive cable (+) second.
6. Lift the battery out of the unit and place battery on
a bench or other well ventilated area where an
acid spill will not create damage.
7. When service is finished, reinstall battery into unit
and connect positive (+) cable first, then negative
(–) cable.
CHECK BELTS
• Check belts for deterioration or wear and replace
if necessary. Replace belts to accommodate belt
stretch and wear in the traction drive or mower
drive. Refer to Service and Adjustments for
procedures.
CLEAN TRANSAXLE
• Keep transaxles free from buildup of dirt and
chaff which can restrict cooling.
LUBRICATION
• Apply Stens Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the
lube fittings on idler pivots.
• Grease the fittings on the front wheel spindles,
the idler arms, and the steering controls every 50
hours of operation.
Negative (–)
Terminal
Positive (+)
Terminal
Battery Rod and
Wing Nut
OE0152
CLEANING
GB - 19
Clutch Shaft
Idler
915013 with Serial Numbers Less
Than 10,500
Other Units with Serial Numbers
Less Than 1,000
All Other Units
• Clean engine, battery, seat, deck, etc. of all dirt
and debris with a brush or cloth. Do not use
solvents, harsh cleaners or abrasives.
Front
Mower Drive
Idler
Transaxle Idler
Back
OE0331
OE0700
OE0701