Storage; Short-Term Storage; Long-Term Storage; Start-Of-Season Fuel Preparation - Ariens Razor 911373 Operator's Manual

STORAGE

CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the Safety section
before proceeding.

SHORT-TERM STORAGE

1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to
stop and for hot parts to cool.
2. Empty grass bag, if applicable.
3. Tighten all hardware to correct
specifications.
4. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or
damage. Repair as needed.
5. Apply a light layer of oil or anti-rust
compound on bare metal areas.
6. Prepare fuel system for storage.
NOTICE: Ariens recommends using a quality
fuel stabilizer in all fuel. Gasoline left in the
fuel system without a stabilizer, even for short
periods of time, deteriorates and leaves
gummy deposits in the system that may
damage the carburetor and fuel hoses, filter
and tank. For the best effectiveness, add
stabilizer to all fuel containers whenever
purchasing fuel. Add the stabilizer to the
container before adding fuel.
a. Add Ariens fuel stabilizer (see Service
Parts on page 17) or equivalent
according to manufacturer's
instructions to the fuel tank and any
fuel containers with remaining fuel.
b. Operate engine outdoors for at least 5
minutes to allow stabilizer to reach the
carburetor.
7. Close the fuel valve and allow engine to
stop on its own.
8. Model 911379: Remove engine key.
9. Store unit in a cool, dry, protected area.
DO NOT store unit outdoors. Rotate
handlebar forward for compact storage.
See Adjust Handlebar Height on page 14.

LONG-TERM STORAGE

1. Perform all short-term storage items.
2. Wash grass bag and allow it to dry.
3. Wash unit with mild soap and low-
pressure water.
IMPORTANT: NEVER wash unit with high-
pressure water.
4. Lubricate as directed in Maintenance on
page 16.
5. Clean grass clippings and debris from
under deck. See Wash Deck on page 18.
6. Touch up all scratched painted surfaces.
7. Store unit in a cool, dry, protected area.
DO NOT store unit outdoors. Rotate
handlebar forward for compact storage.
See Adjust Handlebar Height on page 14.
8. Charge battery.
NOTICE: Ariens recommends charging the
battery for 6 hours every month mower is not
regularly used.
START-OF-SEASON FUEL
PREPARATION
Before opening the fuel valve for the first time
after long-term storage, add fresh, stabilizer-
treated fuel to the fuel tank and any fuel
containers with remaining fuel.

ACCESSORIES

See your Ariens dealer for a complete list of
compatible accessories and attachments for
your unit.
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