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Ariens 911271 Owner's And Operator's Manual

Ariens 911271 Owner's And Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 Walk Behind Lawn Mower Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Model 911271 – Pro21 ENGLISH 01326700 2/10 Printed in USA FRANÇAIS...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 4: Product Registration

    • 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 adjustments. Remind customer to...

  • Page 5: Safety

    SAFETY CAUTION: POTENTIALLY WARNING: This cutting machine HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not is capable of amputating hands avoided, MAY RESULT in minor and feet and throwing objects. or moderate injury. It may also be Failure to observe the safety used to alert against unsafe instructions in the manuals and on practices.

  • Page 6: Safety Decals And Locations

    SAFETY DECALS AND Keep safety devices LOCATIONS (guards, shields, switches, etc.) in place and working. ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Refer to Figure 2 for safety decal locations. OL3030 • Go across slopes, not up and down. • Look down and behind before and while moving...
  • Page 7 Complete a walk around inspection of unit ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when and work area to understand: operating unit. • work area NEVER direct discharge toward bystanders. • your unit Operator is responsible for bystander safety. • all safety decals. DO NOT touch hot parts.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 Check all hardware at regular intervals, Use only accessories which have been especially blade attachment bolts. Keep all approved by Ariens and are properly hardware properly tightened. installed. An extension spring, when extended, stores Use only accessories or attachments that are energy and can be dangerous.

  • Page 10: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. CARTON CONTENTS 1. Mounting Hardware 2. Handlebar 3. Brace 4. Handlebar Bracket Figure 4 NOTE: Make sure the cables (connected to the handlebar) are on the left side of the unit and that the cable routing clips do not crimp or kink the cables at the top of the handlebar.

  • Page 11: Controls And Features

    3. Check the level of the engine crankcase 5. Set the proper cutting height. See oil before each use. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT on page 11. NOTE: The engine is shipped with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for 6. Fill fuel tank. See FILLING THE FUEL detailed instructions.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES Recoil Starter Handle When pulled, the recoil starter handle will turn See Figure 6 for locations. engine over. WARNING: Improper operation CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand DANGER: Avoid injury from entire Operator Manual.

  • Page 13: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Front and Rear Wheels Wheel Drive Control To change cutting height, move cutting height levers one notch at a time on each wheel to CAUTION: Unit will move forward at engine start if wheel drive set desired height (Figure 7). control is engaged.
  • Page 14 Replace worn or alcohol or ether. damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only. Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, 1.

  • Page 15: Emergency Stopping

    To Side Discharge EMERGENCY STOPPING 1. Shut off unit. To stop the mower in an emergency: 2. Remove grass bag. 1. Release the engine/blade control. 3. Install Mulchmaster plug (Figure 11). 2. Release the wheel drive control (self- 4. Remove side discharge cover and keep propelled models).

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    Safety SCHEDULE section before proceeding. Service Performed Before Each Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to Check Engine/Blade • keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Control Should engine require service, contact an...

  • Page 17: Check Wheel Drive Control

    Check Check grass bag frequently for wear or mower blade balance before deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag reinstalling blades. with Ariens original equipment replacement NEVER weld or straighten bent bag only. blades. CLEAN UNIT 1. Remove mower blade from unit.

  • Page 18: Change Engine Oil

    DO NOT Sharpen to This Pattern Blade Bolt DISCARD If More OA0013 Than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) Figure 13 CHECK DRIVE BELT (SELF- PROPELLED MODELS) Check drive belt and replace if worn or damaged. See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT on page 19. CHECK FASTENERS Check all fasteners for proper tightness.

  • Page 19: General Lubrication

    It should need no routine lubrication. If the transmission leaks Every 500 hours of operation, have your grease, bring the mower to your local Ariens authorized Ariens dealer replace the dealer for repair. Engine/Blade Control Cable on your mower.

  • Page 20: Service And Adjustments

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. SERVICE POSITION Put unit into service position for easy access to underneath the deck. CAUTION: Avoid fuel spills. Follow steps below to help prevent fuel spills. If fuel leaks into air cleaner, replace air cleaner.
  • Page 21 Note belt routing around idlers and belt fingers. 1. Drive Belt 2. Engine Pulley Push belt through belt 3. Bent Belt Finger channel and install it 4. Belt Channel on the engine pulley. Figure 17 Figure 16 3. Connect the wheel drive cable spring to To install the drive belt: the idler arm as shown in Figure 15, and then connect the wheel drive cable to...

  • Page 22: Wheel Drive Control

    If the cable cannot be adjusted to stop the engine or blade within 3 seconds, take the unit to an authorized Ariens dealer for repairs. NOTE: The engine/blade control must be Check here for adjusted so the engine starts when the bail is slack.

  • Page 23: Storage

    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...

  • Page 24: Fuel System

    FUEL SYSTEM To treat the fuel system for storage: 1. Add fuel stabilizer according to Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended manufacturer’s instructions. periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, 2. Run engine for at least 10 minutes after resulting in gum deposits in the system.

  • Page 25: Service Parts

    7. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (self-propelled models) on page 21. 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 71103500...

  • Page 26: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 911271 Description Pro21 Length - in. (cm) 62.5 (158.8) Height - in. (cm) 40.6 (103.1) Width - in. (cm) 23.5 (54.6) Actual Weight - lbs (kg) 125 (57.0) Cutting Width- in. (cm) 21 (53.3) Cutting Height - in. (cm) 1.5 –...
  • Page 27 For the next 12 months, Ariens will cover the pro- rated cost of replacing a battery pack and/or battery subassembly that fails due to defect in material or workmanship.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    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.
  • Page 29 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...

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