Assembly; Controls And Features - Ariens GRAVELY Pro Unit HR1536FX Owner's/Operator's Manual

Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit
and that can be used safely on your terrain.
Check attachment components frequently for wear, damage
or deterioration. Replace with manufacturer's recommended
parts for safety.
To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep equipment free
of grass, leaves, debris or excessive lubricants.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
1. Remove the unit from shipping container.
2. Adjust tire pressure to 8 to 16 psi (55 to 110 kPa).
3. Service and connect battery. See Charge Battery on
page 23 .
4. Check the adjustments outlined in Service &
Adjustments .
5. Check engine oil level. See engine manual.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

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Figure 4
Use extra care with grass catchers and other attachments.
These can change the stability of the unit. Use only
approved hitch points.
ALWAYS be aware of attachments when turning. ALWAYS
allow adequate clearance between attachments, personnel,
and other objects.

ASSEMBLY

6. Check hydraulic fluid level. See Maintenance .
7. Add clean fuel to the fuel tank. See engine manual for
type and grade.
8. Check for loose hardware.
9. Be sure that safety interlock system operates correctly.
See Check Safety Interlock System on page 10.
10. Be sure that unit tracks straight.
Unit must not pull sharply to the left or right when the
speed control levers are pushed quickly forward.
Unit must not pull sharply to the left or right when the
steering levers are released. See Adjusting the Unit to
Track Straight on page 19.
1. Operator Presence Control Lever
2. Steering Lever Latch (988105, 106, 107, 108, 109,
113)
3. Parking Brake
4. Choke Control
5. Throttle Lever
6. Oil Light (988108, 109, 117)
7. PTO Switch
8. Speed Control Levers (988105, 106, 107, 108, 109,
113)
9. Single Lever Plate (988105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 113)
10. Hourmeter
11. Fuel Cap
12. Hydraulic Fluid Tank
13. Recoil Starter Handle
14. Cold Start Disengage
15. Battery (988108, 109, 117)
16. Ignition Switch
17. Bypass Valve Levers
18. Steering Lever (988105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 113)
19. Control Levers (988116, 117, 120, 314)
20. Control Stop Lock Lever (988116, 117, 120, 314)
21. Pivot Bar (988116, 117, 120, 314)
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