Stopping; Parking; Mowing Tips - Ariens Imperial RM1028 Owner's/Operator's Manual

6. Repeat until engine starts. (If engine does not start,
refer to Engine Manual).
7. Follow the previous starting step 8-9.
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TOPPING
1. Depress clutch/brake pedal, disengage Implement
Power (lever OUT), lower attachment, fully depress
clutch pedal and engage parking brake latch and
then remove pressure from pedal.
2. Turn Ignition Key counterclockwise to stop engine.
3. Remove key.
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ARKING
WARNING
MACHINE ROLL AWAY can cause injury
or death. ALWAYS engage parking brake
when leaving unit unattended.
Stop engine, and remove key before
cleaning or servicing unit.
STOP
To park, stop the unit and engage the Parking Brake.
Always take all possible precautions when leaving
equipment unattended.
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OWING IPS
The following tips will help you to mow safely, achieve
maximum performance from your unit and maintain the
desired appearance of the lawn.
WARNING
MOVING PARTS can cut or amputate body
parts.
NEVER attempt to clear rotary mower pan
or discharge while engine is running.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, and wait
for moving parts to stop before clearing
rotary mower.
STOP
CAUTION
Stay alert for holes, rocks, roots and hidden hazards in
area of operation. Exercise extreme caution when
operating on or crossing gravel surfaces. Stay alert for
traffic.
NOTE: Clean mower pan after each use. DO NOT allow
grass clumps or a coating of grass and debris to collect
inside of mower pan. Avoid operation over bare ground
intermittent with grass cutting as this causes dirt and
grass to collect and cake under pan surface.
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Grass should be cut when it is dry; not when it is wet from
dew, rain or from watering. Wet grass tends to pack
inside mower pan and will not discharge, mulch or bag
properly, especially if height of cut is set low.
Keep mower blades sharp. Dull blades will tear grass and
a white cast will result over a freshly cut lawn. The tips of
the grass blades will then turn brown. A new lawn has
soft blades of grass and a high moisture content.
Proper leveling and pitch of the rotary mower pan is
needed for a smooth even lawn. If the pitch of the mower
pan is in reverse or inadequate, grass will be cut twice,
resulting in frayed grass ends. Too much pitch causes an
uneven cut.
Upon first use of mower, cut the grass at a longer length.
This will prevent scalping due to the irregularities in lawn.
To insure most complete and even cut, overlap each
swath.
Plan your cutting so that you always trim with the left side
of the mower pan.
Following the same pattern each time you mow the lawn
can develop ridges. Change direction in mowing pattern
(when possible) to prevent ridges.
Generally, grass should be cut at about 1-1/2" long in the
spring, and not less than 2" long in the hot summer
weather.
Lower speed at turns to prevent scuffing.
If grass is high, or if it contains a high degree of moisture,
cut it first with the mower pan set high. Cut the grass a
second time, with the mower pan set lower, for a better
distribution of clippings and a cleaner cut.
For thick, lush or heavy growth lawns do not set the
cutting height too low. Grass cut too short may die.
When the blade is set too low, the mower pan will drag on
the grass and restrict air flow, causing a reduction in the
discharge of grass clippings.
Discharge grass clippings away from borderline objects
(sidewalks, driveways, fences) when cutting grass.
Discharge grass clippings over cut grass when not
cutting borderlines. This will prevent a buildup of grass
clippings on uncut grass area.
Adjust anti-scalp wheels properly for smooth appearance
in cut.
Mow with engine set at full throttle to maintain proper
blade speed and air flow for discharge of clippings.
NOTE: Grass catcher components are subject to wear,
damage, and deterioration which could expose moving
parts or allow objects to be thrown. Frequently check
components and replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts when necessary.
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