English may be obtained from completely read your manuals. The contents your Dealer. Visit your dealer or will give you an understanding of safety www.ariens.com for a list of instructions and controls during normal languages available for your operation and maintenance.
• Record Engine Model & Serial numbers 2. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration here: Card and return the card to Ariens. 3. Explain Ariens Limited Warranty Policy. 4. Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance. Advise customer on PRODUCT REGISTRATION adjustments.
SAFETY CAUTION: POTENTIALLY WARNING: This cutting machine HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not is capable of amputating hands avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or and feet and throwing objects. moderate injury. It may also be Failure to observe the safety used to alert against unsafe instructions in the manuals and practices.
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Refer to Figure 2 for safety decal locations. 05365400A Figure 2 1. DANGER! Do not operate mower unless TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH guards are in operating position or entire bagger is attached.
2. WARNING! 4. DANGER! KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Do not operate mower unless guards are in Read the operator’s manual. operating position or bagger is attached. 5. WARNING! OL1801 Always stand clear of discharge Keep children and others away area.
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NEVER operate mower barefoot or when Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or wearing open sandals or canvas shoes. deterioration. Replace only with Ariens NEVER wear loose clothes, long hair or original equipment replacement parts for jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts.
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A spark arrestor, if used, must be maintained in effective working order NO flames, NO sparks, NO smoking, near by the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or battery. engine manufacturer’s service center. Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie Use only accessories which have been downs will support unit during maintenance. approved by Ariens and are properly Replace worn-out mufflers immediately. installed. Continued use could result in fire or Use only accessories or attachments that are explosion.
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5. Check engine crankcase oil level. See engine manual. 6. Connect the battery ground cable (–) to the negative battery terminal. 7. Fill fuel tank. See FILLING THE FUEL TANK on page 14 NOTE: After the first twenty-five hours of operation, belt wear may require the pto clutch cable and the drive control cables to be adjusted.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 05365400A Figure 6 1. PTO Clutch Lever 2. Parking Brake Lever 3. Forward Drive Control 4. Reverse Drive Control 5. Handlebars 6. Fuel Tank and Cap 7. Height Adjustment Spacers 8. Muffler 9. Oil Fill/Dipstick 10. Air Filter 11.
OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES PTO Disengaged: Mower blades See Figure 6 for locations. stop rotating. WARNING: Improper operation can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual. PTO Engaged: Hold down the lock lever and then hold clutch lever CAUTION: AVOID INJURY.
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Install spacers on the wheel spindle above or Forward Drive Control (Lower Right below the wheel support as shown. Turn the Hand Control) spacers so the slot in the spacer does not align with the flat on the wheel spindle. CAUTION: Unit will move at Secure the spacers with the lock pin.
To stop the mower in an emergency: Reverse Drive Control (Side Right Hand Control) 1. Release the PTO clutch lever and the parking brake lever. 2. Turn the ignition key to the "OFF" CAUTION: Unit will move at position. engine start if the wheel drive 3.
If the blade continues to run, adjust or repair Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts control immediately. or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency.
Sharpen the Mower Blades 3. Check mower blade balance. Slide mower blade on an unthreaded bolt. A balanced blade should remain in CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen a horizontal position. If either end of mower blades while on unit. An mower blade moves downward, sharpen imbalanced mower blade will the heavy end until blade is balanced cause excessive vibration and...
4. Tighten the lock nut to hold the adjustment. IMPORTANT: If you cannot adjust the pto clutch or if it fails to operate properly, immediately take the unit to your Ariens dealer for repair. GB - 17...
Forward/Reverse Drive Controls BELT REPLACEMENT WARNING: If you cannot adjust WARNING: AVOID INJURY. the controls so the unit drives ALWAYS block wheels, engage properly, immediately take the unit parking brake and know all jack to your local authorized dealer for stands are strong, secure and will repairs.
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NOTE: Check the wheel drive control PTO Belt adjustment after the first 25 hours of use to 1. Stop engine, remove key, wait for all compensate for belt wear. moving parts to stop and hot parts to cool. Rear of Unit - Forward Drive Belt Routing 2.
Deck Belt 1. Stop engine, remove key, wait for all moving parts to stop and hot parts to cool. 2. Remove the two drive belts from engine pulley. See Wheel Drive Belts on page 18. 3. Remove the pto belt from the pto clutch. See PTO Belt on page 19.
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5. Install battery on unit (see Battery Removal and Installation on page 20). Jump-Starting Figure 16 Ariens does not recommend jump-starting your unit. Jump-starting can damage engine Cleaning Battery and Battery Cables and electrical system components. See your (Figure 16) engine manual for more detailed information.
Follow the to prevent rust. Matching touch-up paint is recommended mix ratio found on the fuel available from your Ariens Dealer. Do not use stabilizer container. abrasives, solvents, or harsh cleaners. To treat the fuel system for storage: Inspection 1.
3. Damaged transmission or 3. See your authorized dealer drive component. for repairs. SERVICE PARTS ACCESSORIES Always use genuine Ariens parts to keep See your authorized Ariens Dealer to add your mower running like new. these optional accessories. Description Part Number...
Genuine Ariens or Gravely brand service parts and accessories are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens or Gravely dealer will repair or replace any such part or accessory free of charge, except for labor, during that period.
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Canada. In all other countries, contact place of purchase for warranty information. Disclaimer Ariens may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Ariens to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
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Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...