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Rear-Engine Rider Owner/Operator Manual Models 927060 - 1028 927062 - 1232 927064 - 1440 Transfer Coller l’autocollant du modèle et du numéro de model & série dans cet encadré. serial number label from Transferir aquí la etiqueta del product reg- modelo y número de serie del registro del producto.
• Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here. PRODUCT REGISTRATION The Gravely dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. All claims meeting...
If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance. NOTE: To locate your nearest Gravely Dealer, call 1-800-472-8359 or go to www.gravely.com on the internet. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury.
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CAUTION PRUDENCE • Maximum tonque weight: 30 lbs. • Poids maximum du timon: 30 livres. • Maximum trailer weight: 300 lbs. • Poids maximum de la remorque: 300 livres. • Do not use hitch with bagger attached. • Ne pas utiliser l'attelage lorsque l'ensacheuse est •...
Always stand clear of discharge area. Do not direct discharge toward other people. OL1810 Keep people away from unit while operating. OL18111 Shut off engine, remove key, and read manual before you adjust or repair unit. OL1812 NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating parts.
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ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts. ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points. DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
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When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. TOOLS REQUIRED • Adjustable wrench • Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease. UNPACK UNIT Remove unit and all other components from the shipping container. Engage transmission bypass lever (see Moving The Unit Manually on page 11).
Perform the following tests to ensure the safety interlock system is working properly. If the unit does not perform as stated, contact your Gravely dealer for repairs. NOTE: With the parking brake engaged, the steering levers are locked in neutral.
Throttle Lever (Item 3) Move throttle lever to CHOKE CHOKE to start a cold engine. Move throttle lever to FAST FAST position to increase engine speed. Move throttle lever to SLOW position to SLOW decrease engine speed. Forward and Reverse Pedal (Item 2) Press front of pedal down to move unit forward.
MOVING THE UNIT MANUALLY WARNING: DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission and coast downhill. Disengage transmission bypass lever to drive unit and engage transmission bypass lever to push unit manually (figure 4). OA0080 Transmission Bypass Lever Disengaged to Drive Unit Transmission Bypass Lever Engaged to Push Unit Manually Figure 4...
Engage parking brake and engage transmission bypass lever (see Moving The Unit Manually on page 11). Push unit. If unit rolls, contact your Gravely Dealer. Clean engine, battery, seat, mower deck, etc. of all dirt and debris. Do not use solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives.
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Replace fasteners that are missing or damaged. Tighten all nuts and bolts to the correct torque value. Replace muffler (item 5) and spark arrestor (if equipped) if corroded. Contact your Gravely Dealer. detailed instructions. Replace fuel filter (item 3). Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE HOOD (927064) Two clamping knobs hold the hood to the unit. Turn clamping knobs counterclockwise to remove and clockwise to install (figure 7). Clamping Knob Hood Figure 7...
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LEVELING MOWER DECK AND ADJUSTING MOWER DECK PITCH Adjust on a level surface, with tires inflated to correct air pressure (see Specifications on page 25), and mower lift lever in the middle position. Leveling Mower Deck NOTE: Cutting height should be within 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) on each side of mower deck (figure 10).
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1. Rear Lift Link 2. Rear Trunnion Figure 11 Adjusting Mower Deck Pitch NOTE: The front blade cutting height (item 4) should be 1/16 – 3/8 in. (1.59 – 9.53 mm) lower than the rear blade cutting height (item 6) (figure 12). 1.
1. Trunnion 2. Deck Lift Rod Figure 14 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENT CAUTION: Mower blades are sharp and can cut you. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 28-Inch and 32-Inch Mower Decks (Figure 15) 1.
NEVER weld or straighten mower blades. 1. Remove mower blade from unit (see Mower Blade Replacement on page 17). Gravely recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional. Contact your Gravely dealer. Discard mower blade if (figure 17): • more than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) of metal is removed.
SERVICING THE BATTERY NOTE: Unit comes equipped with a maintenance-free battery that requires no regular maintenance except cleaning terminals. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables (Figure 20) 1. Remove battery from unit (see Battery Removal and Installation on page 19). 2. Clean or service battery away from unit. Remove corrosion from battery terminals and cable connections with wire brush, then wash with a weak baking soda solution.
1. Spindle 3. Jam Nut 2. Tie-Rod Figure 21 HYDROSTATIC BELT REPLACEMENT Remove (Figure 22) 1. Remove PTO belt (see PTO Belt Replacement on page 21). CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension. Keep body parts well away from idler when performing this operation.
2. Pull idler (item 3) towards the outside of the unit and remove PTO belt (item 1) from idler (item 3). 3. Remove PTO belt (item 1) from mower deck pulley and engine sheave (item 4). Install (Figure 23) 1. Install PTO belt (item 1) on engine sheave (item 4) and mower deck pulley.
1. Mower deck not level or mower deck pitch is incorrect. Poor cutting 2. Dull or faulty mower blades. quality. SERVICE PARTS Be sure to always use genuine Gravely parts to keep your unit running like new. Part no. Description 01600600 28-inch mower blade...
Gravely will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase. Gravely will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the exceptions, exclusions, conditions and limitations set forth herein.
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GRAVELY’ A Division of Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.gravely.com...