Summary of Contents for Gravely V-TWIN
- Page 1 V-TWIN (WITH EFI) OPERATION MANUAL SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE. PGM45022 05/29/18 revD...
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- Page 3 DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD NEVER use engine inside homes, garages, crawl spaces, or other partially enclosed areas. Poisonous gases that can be harmful or fatal can build up in these areas. Using a fan and opening doors or windows does NOT provide enough fresh air.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents I. Introduction II. Engine Safety Important Safety Instructions A. Owner and Operator Responsibilities B. Refueling the Engine C. Exhaust / Muffler D. Other Equipment III. Before Operation Pre-Operation Checks A. Check Oil Level B. Filling Oil Sump C. Filling Fuel Tank Operation Safe Operating Precautions Safe Angle of Operation... -
Page 5: Introduction
I. Introduction When using this engine, your safety and the safety of others should be your top priority. To assist you in making informed decisions regarding safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information warns you of potential hazards that could hurt you or others. -
Page 6: Important Safety Instructions
II. Engine Safety IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Accidents occur less frequently when instructions are followed, the operator is safety conscious and the engine is properly maintained. Some of the most common hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. A. -
Page 7: Exhaust/Muffler
II. Engine Safety CONTINUED C. Exhaust/Muffler Engine exhaust is dangerous because of intense heat and emission of carbon monoxide (poisonous gas). Note The muffler on this engine was designed and installed by the manufacturer of the equipment. See the manufacturers operators manual for complete instructions and safety regarding the exhaust system. -
Page 8: Before Operation
III. Before Operation PRE-OPERATION CHECKS For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the engine to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the engine. -
Page 9: Filling Fuel Tank
III. Before Operation CONTINUED C. Filling Fuel Tank WARNING An adult should fuel this engine. NEVER allow children to refuel this engine. Gasoline (fuel) vapors are highly flammable and can explode. Fuel vapors can spread and be ignited by a spark or flame many feet away from engine. To prevent injury or death from fuel fires, follow the instructions below. -
Page 10: Operation
IV. Operation SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Please review this section BEFORE OPERATION. WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and/or death. Avoid any areas or actions that expose you to carbon monoxide. WARNING DO NOT place hands on or near the exhaust system while starting. WARNING If you are unable to start this engine after following instructions in this manual, contact your Authorized Servicing Dealer. -
Page 11: Starting Your Engine
IV. Operation CONTINUED STARTING YOUR ENGINE Review the instructions provided with the equipment powered by this engine for any safety precautions that should be observed in conjunction with starting, shutting down, or operating the engine. Note Refer to equipment manufacturers manual for throttle location and specific operation. -
Page 12: Maintenance
V. Maintenance THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Protect yourself and your equipment by properly maintaining your engine. Proper engine maintenance is necessary for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. WARNING Improperly maintaining this engine, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. WARNING Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual. -
Page 13: Safety Precautions
V. Maintenance CONTINUED A. Safety Precautions • Make sure the engine is not running, is turned OFF, spark plug cap is removed from spark plugs, and engine is cooled off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This can prevent several potential hazards, such as the following: - Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust: run engine in a well- ventilated area. -
Page 14: Fuel Recommendations
V. Maintenance CONTINUED Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine OFF and cool. Avoid spilling fuel. After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely. Refuel the engine in a properly ventilated location and away from where fuel fumes may reach flames or sparks. Keep fuel away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, and other electric appliances. -
Page 15: Changing Oil
V. Maintenance CONTINUED F. Changing Oil To avoid engine damage, it is important to: • Check oil level before each use and every 5 operating hours when engine is warm. • Change oil after first 5 operating hours and every 100 operating hours thereafter; more often if operated in extremely dusty or dirty conditions. -
Page 16: Removing Debris From Engine
V. Maintenance CONTINUED 8. Fill with recommended oil. See “Engine Oil Level Check and Engine Oil Capacities” on page 10. See Figure 5. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. 9. Wipe away any spilled oil. 10. Connect spark plug wires to spark plugs before attempting to start engine. -
Page 17: Spark Plug
V. Maintenance CONTINUED 1. Remove air cleaner cover and filters. See Figure 7. 2. Remove debris from air inlet, air cleaner cover and air intake. 3. Inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present, replace. 4. Re-install filters and cover. 1. -
Page 18: Servicing Foam Pre-Filter
V. Maintenance CONTINUED Notes ALWAYS inspect filter(s) for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is present, replace. Contact your Authorized Servicing Dealer for a genuine replacement Air Filter. 1. Servicing Inner (Secondary) Filter Clean secondary filter every 50 operating hours and replace every 500 hours. Clean daily if used in extremely dusty conditions. -
Page 19: Storing Your Engine
VI. Storing Your Engine STORAGE PRECAUTIONS If your engine will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank, there is the possible hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Choose a well-ventilated storage area away from heat, sparks, flames, and any appliance that operates with a flame such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. - Page 20 VI. Storing Your Engine CONTINUED Notes If engine fuel stored in the gas tank is to be unused without gasoline stabilizer for more than 30 days, prepare it for short-term/seasonal storage. See “Fuel Treatment” instructions. Afterward, continue reading instructions below. If engine fuel is to be stored for more than 60 days, it will gradually deteriorate and cause gum deposits, a clogged fuel system and WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
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Page 21: Extended Storage
VI. Storing Your Engine CONTINUED Note Instead of using a fuel preservative/stabilizer, you can empty the fuel tank as described in the equipment manufacturers operators manual. B. Extended Storage 1. To prevent serious injury from fuel fires, empty fuel tank by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel or empty the fuel tank using a commercially available suction device designed for use with gasoline. -
Page 22: Removal From Storage
VI. Storing Your Engine CONTINUED 1. Carefully disconnect spark plug wires and NOTE: Twin Cylinder Engines have keep them away from spark plugs. See two spark plug connections. Figure 9. • Keep the disconnected spark plug wires securely away from metal parts where arcing could occur. -
Page 23: Transporting Your Engine
VII. Transporting Your Engine WARNING Transport only when engine is cool. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials. Keep the engine level when transporting to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Position the fuel valve lever (if equipped) to the OFF position. -
Page 24: Preventing Forest, Brush And Grass Fires
VIII. Preventing Forest, Brush and Grass Fires Local, state and federal laws may require use of a spark arrester to prevent fires. For example, it is a violation of California Public Resources Code (section 4442) to use or operate engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered or unimproved grass-covered land unless engine is equipped with a spark arrester. -
Page 25: Maintenance Schedule
IX. Helpful Tips & Suggestions CONTINUED B. Maintenance Schedule Every 500 Daily/Before After the first Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 hours or each use 5 hours hours hours hours yearly Check Oil Level Replace Oil* Replace Oil Filter* Replace Outer Clean (Primary) Filter Replace Inner... -
Page 26: Technical & Consumer Information
X. Technical & Consumer Information EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION A. The U.S. and California Clean Air Acts EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems. The following instruction and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your engine within the emission standards. -
Page 27: Engine Model Number & Serial Numbering System
X. Technical & Consumer Information CONTINUED ENGINE MODEL NUMBER & SERIAL NUMBERING SYSTEM The first two lines of an engine’s number is the model number. It is alphanumeric and engraved on the side of the block to the right of the recoil. The third line is alphanumeric and is also the serial number. -
Page 28: Xi. Warranty
XI. Warranty EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS responsibilities, contact: The California Air Resources Board, United States Ariens Company Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA), and Ariens 655 West Ryan Street... - Page 29 XI. Warranty CONTINUED GENERAL EMISSIONS WARRANTY COVERAGE Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the Ariens Company’s application for certification warrants to warranty provisions herein will be performed at a warranty the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser that station at no charge to the owner.
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Page 30: Xi. Warranty
XI. Warranty CONTINUED WARRANTED PARTS (iii) Hoses, belts, connectors, and assemblies (9) Evaporative Emissions Components The repair or replacement of any warranted part otherwise (i) Fuel Line eligible for warranty coverage may be excluded from such (ii) Fuel Line Clamps warranty coverage if Ariens Company demonstrates that (iii) Fuel Tank and Fuel Cap the engine or equipment has been abused, neglected, or... - Page 31 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 gravelymower.com gravely.custhelp.com gravelymower.com gravely.custhelp.com WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.