Ariens 911086 - LM21, 911087 - LM21S Owner's/Operator's Manual
Ariens 911086 - LM21, 911087 - LM21S Owner's/Operator's Manual

Ariens 911086 - LM21, 911087 - LM21S Owner's/Operator's Manual

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Walk Behind Lawn Mower
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
911086 - LM21
911087 - LM21S
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01198200A 2/04
Supersedes 01198200
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  • Page 1 Walk Behind Lawn Mower Owner/Operator Manual Models 911086 - LM21 911087 - LM21S Transfer Coller l’autocollant du model & modèle et du numéro de serial number série dans cet encadré. label from Transferir aquí la etiqueta product del modelo y número de registration serie del registro del here.
  • Page 2: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGLISH 1. Engine Control 2. Speed Control Rod (Self- propelled) 3. Primer 4. Side Discharge Cover 5. Side Discharge Deflector 6. Cutting Height Levers (2 Rear Wheel Adjusters, 2 Front Wheel Adjusters) 7. Rear Door 8. Adjustable and Folding Handlebars 9.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Warranty ......22 INTRODUCTION PRODUCT REGISTRATION The Ariens 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.
  • Page 4: Safety

    HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury. DISCLAIMER Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation.The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing.
  • Page 5: Safety Decals And Locations

    SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Refer to Figure 3 for safety decal locations. 1. DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read the operator’s manual. OL1801 Keep children and others away from unit while operating. OL4370 Never direct discharge toward other people.
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation. Read, understand and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly.
  • Page 7 A spark arrestor, if used, must be maintained in effective working order by the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or engine manufacturer’s service center. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can explode.
  • Page 8: Assembly

    DO NOT store unit inside a building with fuel in the fuel tank where any ignition sources are present. Use only accessories which have been approved by Ariens and are properly installed. Check attachments frequently and replace worn or damaged components with manufacturer’s recommended parts.
  • Page 9: Operation

    1. Speed Control Rod 2. Hair Pin 3. Speed Control Bell Crank Figure 5 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 1 for locations. WARNING: Improper operation can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual.
  • Page 10 High Rear Cutting Height Settings Chart Notch Cut grass length 1" (25 mm) 1-3/8" (35 mm) 1-3/4" (45 mm) 2-1/4" (57 mm) 2-3/4" (70 mm) HIGH 3-1/4" (83 mm) OPTIONAL CONTROLS Primer Bulb Push the primer bulb in to add fuel for easier engine start.
  • Page 11: Filling Fuel Tank

    To Bag CAUTION: Check grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only. 1. Shut off unit. 2. Install side discharge cover. 3. Lift rear door.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine require service, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center.
  • Page 13: Check Wheel Drive Control

    See Service and Adjustments. CHECK GRASS BAG Check grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only. CLEAN UNIT Before each use clean unit, muffler and engine surfaces of debris, oil or fuel spills to ensure proper cooling and prevent fires.
  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    NOTE: Loose spark plug wire terminals can cause sparking. Replace terminal if damaged. CHECK ENGINE COOLING WARNING: HOT SURFACES can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT TOUCH parts which are hot from operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool. To prevent overheating, air must circulate freely around the cooling fins, cylinder head and block.
  • Page 15: Engine/Blade Control Adjustment

    ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT To adjust engine/blade control: 1. Loosen cable nuts away from bracket. 2. Squeeze z-bend bracket at engine end of cable toward front of unit and hold in place. Quantum 3. Pull cable down from bracket until there is no slack in cable.
  • Page 16: Drive Belt Replacement

    DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (self-propelled models) 1. Blade 2. Bolt, Lock Washer & Flat Washer 3. Drive Belt 4. Idler 5. Drive Sheave 6. Engine Pulley Figure 10 To remove drive belt: 1. Set the right rear wheel to its lowest cutting height, and the left rear wheel to the third cutting height.
  • Page 17: Storage

    Clean unit thoroughly. Brush off dirt and debris from all surfaces. Touch-up all scratched surfaces to prevent rust. Matching touch-up paint is available from your Ariens Dealer. Do not use abrasives, solvents, or harsh cleaners. Inspection Inspect mower and repair or replace worn or damaged parts to avoid delays when beginning use again.
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE Engine will 1. Fuel tank empty or low. not start 2. Spark plug wire loose or off. 3. Engine/Blade control cable detached, broken, or not adjusted properly. Engine is 1. Mower clogged with grass. difficult to restart Cut is poor 1.
  • Page 19: Service Parts

    SERVICE PARTS Always use genuine Ariens parts to keep your mower running like new. Mower Model 911086 Air Filter Fuel Filter Blade See your authorized Ariens dealer to add these optional accessories. 911087 21535600 21533900 01137000 GB - 20 ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Model Number Description Length - in (cm) Height - in (cm) Width - in (cm) Actual Weight - lbs (kg) Cutting Width Cutting Height - in. (cm) Engine, 4 cycle Engine Power Max - HP (kw) Max Rotation Speed of Cutting Edge - RPM (min Governed RPM Displacement Cu.
  • Page 21: Warranty

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  • Page 22 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...

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