Ariens A149K21 (96136200 Owner's Manual page 4

• Grass c atcher components aresubject
towear, damage, and deterioration,
which c ould e xpose moving parts o r
allow objects tobethrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary.
° Mower blades aresharp a nd can cut.
Wrap t heblade(s) orwear g loves, and
use extra c aution when s ervicing them,
• Donot c hange the engine governor set-
tingoroverspeed the engine.
• Maintain orreplace safety a nd instruc-
tionlabels, asnecessary.
AWARNING: This lawn m ower isequipped with aninternal combustion engine and
should n ot b eused o nornear a ny unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless theengine's
exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator,
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
t.5 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
20 Ounces
SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 10W-30 (below 32_F)
Spark PIug: Champion RC12YC (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. Ibs.
• The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing. Record both serial number and date of purchase in space provided above.