Storage; Troubleshooting - Ariens 915131 – 1334 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Short Term Storage
IMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-
pressure water or store unit outdoors.
Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in
a clean dry area.
Inspect unit for signs of wear or damage.
Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened.
Long Term Storage
Follow all instructions under Short Term

Storage.

Remove and fully charge battery. Store in a
clean dry area.
Drain fuel from fuel tank.
Refer to Engine Manual for the proper engine
storage procedures.
Touch up all scratched or chipped paint
surfaces.
PROBLEM
Engine will not
crank/start.
Engine runs
rough.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBABLE
CAUSE
1. Safety interlock
system is not
engaged or is
faulty.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Discharged
battery.
4. Poor connection
between battery
and battery
cables.
5. Spark plug wire(s)
loose or spark
plug(s) faulty.
6. Faulty electrical
system.
7. Faulty engine.
1. Choke engaged.
2. Air filter cartridge
plugged.
3. Faulty engine.
STORAGE
Fuel System
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended
periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate,
resulting in gum deposits in the system.
These deposits can damage the carburetor
and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent
deposits from forming in the fuel system
during storage by adding a quality fuel
stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the
recommended mix ratio found on the fuel
stabilizer container.
To treat the fuel system for storage:
1. Add fuel stabilizer (Ariens part number
00592900) according to
manufacturers's instructions.
2. Run engine for at least 10 minutes after
adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the
carburetor.
NEVER store the engine with fuel in the fuel
tank inside of a building with potential
sources of ignition.
1. Check safety interlock system (see Safety
Interlock System on page 13).
2. Fill fuel tank (see FILLING FUEL TANK on
page 14).
3. Charge battery (see Charging the Battery
on page 23).
4. Tighten battery cables and/or clean battery
and battery cables (see Cleaning Battery
and Battery Cables on page 22).
5. Connect spark plug wire(s) or replace spark
plug(s). Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
6. Contact your Ariens Dealer.
7. Contact your Ariens Dealer.
1. Disengage choke.
2. Clean or replace air filter cartridge. Refer to
Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
3. Contact your Ariens Dealer.
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