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- Page 1 YDRO TRACTO Operator Manual Models 936045 42" Hydro Tractor 433047 Rev. 1 04.08.10 &_ _ ENGL,SH Printed in USA...
- Page 2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers DANGER: THiS CUTTING MACHINE iS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS COULD RESULT iN SERIOUS iNJURY OR DEATH. • Slow down before turning. WARNING: in orderto prevent accidental •...
- Page 3 SAFETY RULES & Safe Operation Practices for Ride=On Mowers ill. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to • Never operate machine in a closed area. the machine and the mowing activity.
- Page 4 PRODUCT SPECiFiCATiONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Gasoline Capacity 3.00 Gallons And Type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you can not easily rem- edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/ Oil Type (Api-Sg-SI): SAE 30 (Above 32°F) o...
- Page 5 UNASSEMBLED PARTS Steering Wheel (1) Lock Washer Steering (1) Large Wheel Insert Flat Washer Steering Wheel \ _t (1) Hex Bolt Steering Extension Steering Wheel "'J--" Shaft Adapter Steering Boot Seat (1) Washer (1) Seat (1) Bolt Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Key(s)
- Page 6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper tightness.
- Page 7 ASSEMBLY CHECK TiRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important SEAT for best cutting performance. • Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. SWITCH CHECK DECK LEVELNESS PAD _ For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop- SLOT...
- Page 8 OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. REVERSE NEUTRAL HiGH CHOKE FAST SLOW iGNiTiON SWITCH ENGINE OFF REVERSE ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE PARKING BRAKE OPERATION LOCKED UNLOCKED...
- Page 9 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THiS MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 03104 Fig. 5 Our tractors conform to the applicable safety standards of the American National Standards Institute.
- Page 10 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating your tractor or performing any adjustments or repairs. We recommend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO ADJUST MOWER CUTTING HEIGHT TO OPERATE MOWER (See Fig. 10) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sensing switch. Any attempt by the operator to leave the seat with The position of the attachment lift lever (A) determines the the engine running and the attachment clutch engaged will cutting height.
- Page 12 OPERATION • Pull freewheel control out and into the slot and release REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) so it is held in the disengaged position. Your tractor is equipped with a Reverse Operation System • Do not push or tow tractor at more than two (2) MPH. (ROS).
- Page 13 OPERATION PURGE TRANSMISSION TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 4) When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move CAUTION: Never engage or disengage] freewheel lever whilethe engine is running. fuel from the tank to the engine.
- Page 14 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower housing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See "TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING" in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. •...
- Page 15 MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS v" Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Presence & ROS Check Operator Systems v" v" Check for Loose Fasteners Mower Blades Check/Replace v" Lubrication Chart Level Check...
- Page 16 MAINTENANCE BLADE CARE TRACTOR For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace Always observe safety rules when performing maintenance. bent or damaged blades. BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest Using a blade not approved by the manu= AUTION: Use onlya replacement blade ap= speed in highest gear on a level, dry concrete or paved...
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE V=BELTS OIL DRAIN VALVE Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours CLOSED of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ----_._ __Z_L-/_'_ -'_'\ adjustable. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. LOCKED _"-['_-__ TRANSAXLE MAINTENANCE POSITION...
- Page 18 MAINTENANCE IN=LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 19) DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 21) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel Your tractor's deck is equipped with a washout port on filter becomes clogged, obstructing fuel flow to carburetor, its surface as part of its deck wash system.
- Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS iNJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS: Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. Place motion control lever in neutral position. Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. Ensure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Ensure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on tires. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the appear- sides are equal.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT NOTE: Observe entire motion drive belt and position of all belt guides and keepers. (See Fig. • Remove belt from stationary idler (A) and clutching The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. idler (B).
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 34) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straightforward, remove steer- The motion control lever has been preset at the factory ing wheel and reassemble per instructions in the Assembly and adjustment should not be necessary.
- Page 24 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO START ENGINE WiTH A WEAK BATTERY REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 37) (See Fig. 36) WARNING: Do not short battery terminals by allowing a wrench or any WARNING: Lead=acid batteries generate other object to contact both terminals explosive gases.
- Page 25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB ENGINE Raise hood. TO ADJUST THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE • Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill. The throttle control has been preset at the factory and • Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely adjustment should not be necessary.
- Page 26 STORAGE ENGINE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANTTO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS FROM FORMING IN ESSENTIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH gasoline in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR,...
- Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM 1. Out of fuel. Wi[[ not start Engine not "CHOKED" properly. See "TO START ENGINE" in Operation section. Engine flooded. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean/replace air filter.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUSE CORRECTION PROBLEM Check wiring, switches and connections. If not Engine continues Faulty operator-safety presence control corrected, contact an authorized service center/ system. to run when oper= department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. Replace blade.
- Page 29 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX. down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and slopes greater...
- Page 30 Ariens brand consumer tractors will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens dealer will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth herein.
- Page 31 LIMITATION OF REMEDY DAMAGES Ariens Company's liability under this warranty, and under any implied warranty that may exist, is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship, and repair or replacement of any defective part. Ariens shall not be liable for incidental, special, or consequential damages (including lost profits).
- Page 32 Company cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. • As the small off-road equipment owner, you should however be aware that the Ariens Company may deny you warranty coverage if your evaporative emission control system part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
- Page 33 (4) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the owner at an authorized Ariens service representative.
- Page 34 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, Wl 54110-1072 800-317-5898 www.ariens.com _IL WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.