Introduction - Ariens 136cc Operation Manual

Introduction

When using this engine, your safety and the safety of others should be your top priority.
To assist you in making informed decisions regarding safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels
and in this manual. This information warns you of potential hazards that could hurt you or others.
Please stay safety conscious when using this engine. We have provided important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
• Safety Labels: placed on the engine.
• Safety messages: preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These safety
alert symbols mean:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
• Safety Headings: such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
• Safety Section: such as ENGINE SAFETY.
• Instructions: How to use this engine correctly and safely.
Thoroughly read and review this manual to know how to stay safe and get maximum benefit and enjoyment from using this engine.
Engine and Safety Symbols
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS
Shown below are important safety symbols found throughout this manual. Become familiar with these, as they are important to the
safe and efficient use of your engine.
OFF
RUN
FUEL
START
Choke Control Fuel Control
Starter Button Idle Down
(electric start Control
only) (if equipped)
If you do not follow instructions, it WILL cause you
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
If you do not follow instructions, it MAY cause you
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
If you do not follow instructions, it may cause you
SERIOUS INJURY or EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.
ON
Keyed RUN/
STOP Switch
Choke Position
3X's
MAX
Primer Bulb Recoil Handle
Shock Hot Surface
Electric Starter
Adaptor Plug
Primer
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