Ariens 911513 Owner's And Operator's Manual page 9

When mulching or bagging, ALWAYS install
discharge cover.
When side discharging ALWAYS install side
discharge deflector.
Keep safety devices or guards in place and
functioning properly. NEVER modify or
remove safety devices.
ALWAYS shut off engine, allow blade to stop
and disconnect spark plug wire before clearing
clogs or cleaning unit.
Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or
deterioration. Replace only with Ariens original
equipment replacement parts for safety.
To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep
equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or
excessive lubricants.
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which
may obscure vision.
DO NOT mow at too fast a rate. DO NOT
change engine governor setting or over-speed
the engine.
Do not operate mower on gravel or loose
material such as sand. Stop mower when
crossing drives, walks, or roads to prevent
damage or injury from thrown objects.
DO NOT pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Look down and back
before and while moving backwards.
On self-propelled models, releasing wheel
drive control must stop mower's forward
movement. If this feature fails to operate,
disconnect spark plug wire and repair before
using unit.
Wheel drive must be disengaged when
starting engine.
Hazardous Slopes
DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
NEVER leave unit unattended on a slope.
Chock wheels if parking on a slope.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
Spark Arrestor
This product is equipped with an internal
combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near
any unimproved, forest or brush covered land
unless the exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrestor meeting applicable local, state
or federal laws. 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 SAFETY RULES
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can
explode. ONLY use approved fuel containers.
• NO Smoking!
• NO Sparks!
• NO Flames!
• Allow engine to cool before filling fuel
tank.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from
your vehicle before filling.
When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it
on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment on a trailer with a
portable container, rather than from a gasoline
dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
Check fuel supply before starting engine.
DO NOT fill gasoline tank indoors, when
engine is running, or while engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool several minutes before
removing fuel cap.
DO NOT overfill. Allow about 1/4" of tank
space for fuel expansion.
Replace gasoline tank cap securely and clean
any spilled fuel before starting engine.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
ALWAYS drain fuel outdoors away from
ignition sources.
BATTERY SAFETY RULES
(Electric Start Models)
Avoid Electric Shock. DO NOT remove wire
from spark plug while engine is running. Do
NOT put battery in fire or mutilate.
Explosive Gases!
NO flames, NO sparks, NO smoking, near
battery.
Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
Contact with skin, eyes or clothing can cause
severe chemical burns.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective
gear near battery.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of
children.
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