Operation - Ariens LM21AL Owner's/Operator's Manual

CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 1 for locations.
WARNING: Improper operation can
lead to injury. Learn what the
controls do and how they work.
Thoroughly read and understand
entire Operator Manual.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
Engine/Blade Control
CAUTION: Check function of
Engine/Blade Control regularly.
Improper function of control could
cause injury.
The engine/blade control must be held against
the handlebar to start the engine and blade.
Engine/blade control feature on mower stops
engine and blade within 3 seconds whenever
operator releases handlebar. Check this
feature frequently. If feature fails to operate,
disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have
it repaired before using unit.
Handlebar
Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable
height. See Handlebar Height on page 16.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.

OPERATION

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Standard Models
To change cutting height, use the single
cutting height lever (Figure 9).
Notch
LOW
2
3
4
5
6
HIGH
STOP
OM1550
GB - 10
DANGER: Avoid injury from rotating
blade.
ALWAYS shut off engine before
adjusting cutting height.
Cutting Height Settings Chart
2
1. Cutting Height Lever
2. Cutting Height Indicator
Figure 9
Cut grass length
1" (25 mm)
1-3/8" (35 mm)
1-1/2" (38 mm)
1-7/8" (48 mm)
2-1/4" (57 mm)
2-5/8 (67 mm)
3-1/4" (83 mm)
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