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SAFETY WARNING: AVOID INJURY. This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet Read these safety rules and follow them and throwing objects. Failure to closely. Failure to follow these rules could observe the safety instructions lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal in the manuals and on decals injury or death to you or bystanders, or result could result in serious injury or...
5. Important ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Replacement decal part numbers are IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference found in the parts manual for your machine information worthy of special attention. and may be ordered from your dealer. SAFETY DECALS See Figure 2 for safety decal locations.
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Safety Decal Descriptions 1. Loss of Traction Hazard! 1. DANGER! Skid hazard on slopes. IMPORTANT INSTRUCTION! Read Owner / Operator Manual. Allow operation only by Look down and behind properly trained adult, never before and while backing. children. Reverse slow. Do not turn at high speeds.
SAFETY RULES Child or baby runover and The following safety instructions are based cut risk. Take care when in on ISO 5395 in effect at the time of motion. Be aware of production. surroundings at all times. Training Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before Never allow passengers to starting.
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NEVER carry children, even with the Start and operate unit only when seated in blade(s) shut off. They may fall off and be operator’s position. Disengage PTO and set seriously injured or interfere with safe parking brake when starting engine. machine operation.
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Keep safety devices or guards in place and Slope Operation functioning properly. NEVER modify or Slopes are a major factor related to loss of remove safety devices. control and tip-over accidents, which can DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely result in severe injury or death.
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Tow only with a machine that has a hitch Fuel designed for towing. DO NOT attach towed To avoid personal injury or property damage, equipment except at the hitch point. use extreme care in handling petrol. Petrol is On slopes, the weight of the towed extremely flammable and the vapors are equipment may cause loss of traction and explosive.
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Service Transporting Unit The use of non-genuine replacement parts Use extra care when loading or unloading or accessories could adversely affect the machine into a trailer or truck. machine operation and safety. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. Do not change engine governor setting or NEVER secure from rods or linkages that overspeed the engine.
Parking Brake Icon WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Illuminates when parking brake Read and understand the lever is in on position. entire Safety section before proceeding. Clock/Hours Run Display THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Briefly shows total running hours for unit after See Figure 4. start-up, then changes to current time in Sets engine speed to a position ranging from 12-hour digital format.
IGNITION SWITCH PARKING BRAKE LEVER See Figure 6. See Figure 9. Includes positions for starting, running, and Controls parking brake. Engine will not start turning off the engine. with brake in off position. 1. Off Position 2. Running Position 3. Starting Position Figure 6 1.
3. Insert ignition key and turn to start OPERATION position. Release key when engine starts. Upon successful start, ignition key will move to running position and central dashboard display will light. See Figure 6. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the 4.
1. Forward Pedal 2. Reverse Pedal 1. Transmission Bypass Valve Lever Figure 10 Figure 11 STOP THE ENGINE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position. 1. Set parking brake. 2. Set throttle to slow speed. 3.
SERVICE PARTS MAINTENANCE See your dealer to purchase service parts for your unit. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Description Part No. Read and understand the 15" Front Tyre – 2WD 199503500 Safety section before proceeding. 20" Rear Tyre 199503600 15" Front Tyre, Wheel and 405111000 Your dealer can provide service and Hub Assembly –...
MAINTENANCE PREPARATION Remove and Install Front Wheel Models with 2WD Before starting any of the following maintenance procedures: 1. Set parking brake. 1. Park unit a flat, level surface. 2. Place chocks under rear wheels. 2. Set parking brake. 3. Remove plastic hub cap. 3.
FACTORS AFFECTING BATTERY 4. Place a jack under rear axle at jacking point on same side as wheel to be LIFE removed. See Figure 13. There are a handful of factors which can significantly effect battery life; 1) storing the battery for long periods when not fully charged, 2) operating or storing at high or low temperatures.
Long-term storage Annual servicing For winter or long-term storage, it is important The health of the battery and charging needs the battery is fully charged and disconnected. to be checked during the normal service If the tractor is stored with a partially charged intervals.
3. Check the tractor charge circuit: Should the battery not hold charge or fail the load test and a warranty claim submitted, the dealer will be asked to accompany the claim with the following Do inspect the information: terminal/connections a. Machine serial number and hours for corrosion or loose (mandatory as standard) connections.
Level Brush Front to Back 1. Check tyre pressure. See Check Tyre Pressure and Condition on page 16. 2. Use brush height lever to set height to setting 2. 3. Check levels with a ruler or tape. 4. Locate threaded front-to-back adjustment rod under chassis near right rear wheel.
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Level Brush Side to Side 5. Locate front adjustment bracket behind front left wheel. See Figure 21. IMPORTANT: Adjust side-to-side leveling only if absolutely needed. 1. Locate rear adjustment bracket at front of rear left unit wheel. See Figure 19. 1.
STORAGE SHORT-TERM STORAGE IMPORTANT: NEVER wash unit with high- pressure water or store outdoors. 1. Allow unit to cool and clean with mild soap and water. 2. Tighten all hardware to correct specifications. 3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or damage.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Correction Fuel tank is empty. Fill fuel tank. Incorrect throttle lever or choke Correct throttle lever or choke setting. See setting. Start the Engine on page 13. Fuel supply is obstructed. Check if the fuel tank outlet or fuel filter is blocked.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Engine Kawasaki FR730V Displacement – cm 726.0 (44.3) Governed RPM 2900 Liquid or Air Cooled Speed Forward Maximum – km/h (mph) 9.7 (6) Turning Radius – mm (in) 1150 (45.3) Electrical Starter Electric Battery 12 Volts Fuel Fuel Type Petrol Tank Capacity –...
CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer: Ariens Company Ltd. Address: Ariens Company Limited, Countax House, Great Haseley, Oxford OX44 7PF Model: Power (kW) 15.9 Engine operating speed 2900 (rpm) Engine manufacturer Kawasaki Engine type Petrol Mass (kg) Max rear axle weight (kg) Max sound power level Conformity assessment procedure: According to EC Noise Directive Annex VI 2000/14/EC Notified Body: Intertek Research &...
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