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- Page 1 HYDRO TRACTOR Operator Manual Models 936039 46" Precision Hydro Tractor ENGLISH 428419 21547011 05.01.09 Printed in U.S.A.
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Page 2: Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, WARNING: In order to prevent ac- discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and ci den tal starting when setting up,... - Page 3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers III. CHILDREN GENERAL SERVICE • Never operate machine in a closed area. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to • Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment the presence of children.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a new tractor. It has been designed, engineered and manu fac tured to give Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons you the best possible dependability and performance. and type: Unleaded Regular Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem- Oil Type (API-SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F) edy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/... -
Page 5: Assembly
UNASSEMBLED PARTS Slope Sheet (1) Oil Drain Tube (2) Keys ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. ADJUST SEAT (See Fig. 2) When right or left hand is mentioned in this man ual, it means when you are in the operating po si tion (seated be hind the •... - Page 6 ASSEMBLY ✓ CHECKLIST BEFORE YOU OPERATE YOUR NEW TRAC TOR, WE CHECK TIRE PRESSURE WISH TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE BEST The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory PERFORMANCE AND SATISFACTION FROM THIS for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important QUALITY PRODUCT.
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Page 7: Operation
OPERATION These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. FAST SLOW REVERSE HIGH NEUTRAL CHOKE IGNITION SWITCH ENGINE START MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT REVERSE ENGINE ON PARKING BRAKE ENGINE OFF OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) CLUTCH/BRAKE... - Page 8 OPERATION KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Fig.
- Page 9 OPERATION The operation of any tractor can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye dam age. Always wear safety glass es or eye shields while operating your tractor or per form ing any ad just ments or repairs. We rec om mend standard safety glasses or a wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
- Page 10 OPERATION TO MOVE FORWARD AND BACKWARD The cutting height range is ap prox i mate ly 1" to 4". The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with (See Fig. 6) the engine not running. These heights are approximate and The direction and speed of movement is controlled by the may vary depending upon soil conditions, height of grass forward and reverse drive pedals.
- Page 11 OPERATION TO STOP MOWER BLADES • Look down and behind before and while backing. • Slowly depress reverse drive pedal to start movement. • Disengage at tach ment clutch con trol. • When use of the ROS is no longer needed, turn the ignition key clockwise to engine "ON"...
- Page 12 OPERATION TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS TO START ENGINE (See Fig. 3) Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and When starting the engine for the first time or if the engine comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac- has run out of fuel, it will take extra cranking time to move tor.
- Page 13 OPERATION MOWING TIPS PURGE TRANSMISSION • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in CAUTION: Never engage or disengage the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. freewheel lever while the engine is run ning.
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Page 14: Maintenance Schedule
MAINTENANCE BEFORE EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY EVERY BEFORE MAINTENANCE EACH SEASON STORAGE SCHEDULE HOURS HOURS HOURS HOURS Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence & ROS Systems Check for Loose Fasteners Check/Replace Mower Blades Lubrication Chart Check Battery Level Clean Battery and Terminals Check Transaxle Cooling Check Mower Levelness... -
Page 15: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE TRACTOR BLADE CARE For best results mower blades must be kept sharp. Re place Always observe safety rules when per form ing any bent or damaged blades. main te nance. CAUTION: Use only a replacement blade ap- BRAKE OPERATION proved by the manufacturer of your tractor. - Page 16 MAINTENANCE V-BELTS TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Figs. 16 & 17) Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours Determine temperature range expected before oil change. of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not All oil must meet API service classification SG-SL. ad just able.
- Page 17 MAINTENANCE CLEAN AIR INTAKE/COOLING AREAS IN-LINE FUEL FILTER (See Fig. 18) The fuel filter should be replaced once each season. If fuel To ensure proper cooling, ensure the grass screen, cool- filter becomes clogged, ob struct ing fuel flow to car bu re tor, ing fins, and other external surfaces of the engine are kept re place ment is re quired.
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Page 18: Service And Adjustments
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. •... - Page 19 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO • Insert end of link (E) into hole in front mower bracket CHASSIS - Position hole in arm over pin (B) on outside and secure with washer and retainer spring (J). of tractor chassis and secure with retainer spring.
- Page 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO LEVEL MOWER • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust- ment instructions above. Make sure tires are properly inflated to the PSI shown on • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both tires. If tires are over or under inflated, it may affect the sides are equal.
- Page 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO REPLACE MOTION DRIVE BELT TO REPLACE MOWER BLADE DRIVE BELT (See Fig. 29) (See Fig. 30) Park the tractor on level surface. En gage parking brake. The mower blade drive belt may be replaced without tools. For as sis tance, there is a belt installation guide decal on Park the tractor on level surface.
- Page 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS TO AD JUST STEER ING WHEEL ALIGN MENT TO START ENGINE WITH A WEAK BATTERY (See Fig. 32) If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward. WARNING: Lead-acid batteries gen- FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN/CAMBER er ate ex plo sive gases.
- Page 23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 33) TO REMOVE HOOD AND GRILL ASSEMBLY (See Fig. 34) WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other • Raise hood. object to contact both terminals at the •...
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Page 24: Storage
STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end ENGINE of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. FUEL SYSTEM IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO PREVENT GUM DEPOSITS WARNING: Never store the trac tor with FROM FORMING IN ES SEN TIAL FUEL SYSTEM PARTS SUCH gas o line in the tank inside a building AS CARBURETOR, FUEL FIL TER, FUEL HOSE, OR TANK... -
Page 25: Trou Ble Shoot Ing
TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. Will not start 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. - Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING POINTS PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not system. corrected, contact an authorized service center/ to run when oper- department. ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Worn, bent or loose blade. 1.
- Page 30 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 800-317-5898 www.ariens.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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