THE MANUAL PRODUCT REGISTRATION Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read The Ariens/Gravely dealer must register the product at this Manual and the unit’s Owner/Operator Manual. The the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the contents will provide you with an understanding of safety...
3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. www.ariens.com on the internet. To locate your nearest Do not operate unit unless all controls function as Gravely Dealer, go to www.gravely.com on the internet. described in this manual. 4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments and adjustments.
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Operator Age 1. WARNING! DO NOT allow children under the age of 18 to operate any outdoor power equipment. Stop engine and wait for all moving parts to Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator. stop before opening cover. Data indicates operators age 60 years and above are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related Avoid tip over and loss of control:...
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NEVER operate bagger if the unit’s safety interlock DO NOT operate machine while feeling tired, ill or under system is not working properly. the influence of alcohol or drugs. Ensure that tires are inflated to recommended pressure. DO NOT put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine.
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DO NOT mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Operating Conditions The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel goes Lightning can cause severe injury or death. If lightning is over the edge or if the edge caves in. seen or thunder is heard in the area, do not operate the DO NOT bypass transmission or allow transmission to machine, seek shelter.
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Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is Accessories used. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel Allow engine to cool before servicing. weights or counterweights Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. On Check grass catcher components and the discharge multiblade mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s blades to rotate.
ASSEMBLY Part Item Description WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and Number understand the entire Safety section before Receiver & Hardware proceeding. Bag Frame 00663200 Plastic Tube, 3/8 x 1/2 x 3" 00677000 UNPACKING UNIT Footrest 04188353 IMPORTANT: Remove contents from carton carefully. Tube 04192901 Place cover assembly on a flat piece of cardboard to...
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Secure with two 5/16 nyloc flange nuts. Adhere the Ariens SN 030000 + grip adhesive (item 3) just above the two bolts Ariens & Gravely SN 029999 & Below (item 5) on the footrest. See Figure 5. WARNING: ALWAYS install counterweight before operating unit with bagger attached.
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2. Use the red footrest (item 25) that is included in the kit, and lay the footrest onto the back of the weight tray (similar profile). It may be helpful to have the weight tray laying upside down on the ground when mating it to the footrest.
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Discharge Chute Boot Bracket Front Deck Bolt Front Boot Hole Bagger Boot Rear Deck Bolt Boot Notch Connect rear boot strap to deck post. Connect rear boot strap to deck post. Connect front boot strap to Connect front boot strap to deck post.
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3/8 x 1" Hex Bolt & 3/8" Locking Nut L Bracket Hood Assembly Receiver Figure 12 Figure 10 5. Position bagger support bar inside of engine control cables and attach support bar to L bracket using 1/2 2. Insert L bracket into the receiver and fasten using x 2 3/4"...
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6. Mount front of support bar to the mower frame Thread bag frame (item 23) through sleeve in mesh using 3/8 x 3/4" clevis pin, 3/8" washer and bow-tie bag (item 2). locking cotter pin. (The bar must be on the inside of the frame, as shown in Figure 14.) Tighten hardware installed in step 5.
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3. Install mesh bags to bagger frame. Make sure that Thumb Latch the heat-resistant side of the mesh bags faces the unit. See Figure 16. The heat resistant side (smooth side) MUST face the unit. Mesh Bags Figure 16 Bagger Hose Figure 18 4.
When the airflow indicator is facing forward, the air is 1. Check bagger parts for wear, deterioration, or unrestricted, indicating that the grass bagger baskets are damage. Replace ONLY with Ariens/Gravely not full and there are no clogs in the bagger. original service parts before operating.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Ariens/Gravely Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Interval Task Action...
SPECIFICATIONS STORAGE Model Number 815134 WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and Description Non-Powered Bagger understand the entire Safety section before Serial Number 000101 + proceeding. Added Length to Unit 19 5/8 in. (49.8 cm) IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high-pressure Added Width to Unit 10 in.
Limited Warranty Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand lawn and garden consumer products purchased on or after 9/1/2015 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
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• Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner's manual. • Promptly notify Ariens or an authorized Ariens, Gravely or Countax service representative of the need for warranty service. • Transport the product to and from the place of warranty service at owner's expense.
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Ariens Gravely 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-4688 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com www.gravely.com...
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