Operation - Ariens 911173 Owner's/Operator's Manual

FILLING FUEL TANK
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to
prevent dust, dirt and debris from
entering fuel tank.
2. Remove fuel cap.
IMPORTANT: Refer to engine manual for
correct type and grade of fuel.
3. Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck.
See SPECIFICATIONS on page 32 for
fuel tank capacity.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL! This
equipment and/or its engine may include
evaporative emissions control system
components, required to meet EPA and/or
CARB regulations, that will only function
properly when the fuel tank has been filled to
the recommended level. Overfilling may
cause permanent damage to evaporative
emissions control system components. Filling
to the recommended level ensures a vapor
gap required to allow for fuel expansion. Pay
close attention while filling the fuel tank to
ensure that the recommended fuel level
inside the tank is not exceeded. Use a
portable gasoline container with an
appropriately sized dispensing spout when
filling the tank. Do not use a funnel or other
device that obstructs the view of the tank
filling process.
4. Replace fuel cap and tighten.
5. ALWAYS clean up spilled fuel.
MOWER SET-UP
CAUTION: DO NOT operate
mower unless grass bag, side
discharge cover or side discharge
deflector is installed. Thrown
objects may cause damage or
injury. Never operate unit with rear
door open unless grass bag is in
place.
CAUTION: If clog or obstruction
prevents grass flow, release the
control lever handle and
disconnect spark plug wire before
attempting to clear any clogs.

OPERATION

Bagging Clippings
See Figure 10.
To install grass bag:
1. Shut off unit.
2. Make sure side discharge is closed.
3. Lift rear door and remove mulch plug, if
necessary.
4. Hook grass bag frame onto bag mount.
NOTICE: There should be no openings
between bagger and mounting surface after
installing bag. If necessary, clear debris from
bag mounting surfaces.
To remove grass bag:
1. Shut off unit (or disengage blade on
Models 911177, 189).
2. Use handle to lift and remove grass bag.
3. Install mulch plug.
4. Close rear door.
NOTICE: Empty grass bag and clean mower
pan after each use. DO NOT allow grass
clumps or a grass coating to collect inside of
grass bag or mower pan. Remove grass bag
from mower, wash bag with hose and allow to
dry.
EN - 15
CAUTION: Grass bag material is
subject to wear and deterioration
under normal usage. Check bag
frequently for necessary
replacement. Replace worn or
damaged bag with Ariens original
equipment replacement bag only.