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Instruktionsbok – Käyttöohjekirja – Brukerhåndbok – Manuale del proprietario/operatore – Manual do Proprietário/Operador – Руководство владельца/пользователя – Instrukcja Obsługi / Operatora – Mal Sahibi/Kullanici El Kitabi – Návod k obsluze/pro obsluhu Models 911339 – LM21S 911340 – LM21SW 911397 – LM21SW ITALIANO ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS...
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Nous, soussignés ARIENS COMPANY, certifions que : Der Unterzeichnete, ARIENS COMPANY, bescheinigt, dass: Wij, de ondergetekenden, ARIENS COMPANY, verklaren dat: Undertegnede, ARIENS COMPANY, attesterer, at: La sottoscritta società ARIENS COMPANY certifica che: Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, ARIENS COMPANY, certificamos que: Undertegnede, ARIENS COMPANY, bekrefter at: Undertecknad, ARIENS COMPANY, intygar att: Allekirjoittanut, ARIENS COMPANY, vakuuttaa, että: My, nijej...
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Date Date Datum Technical File) / Directeur Conformité et Garantie des Datum Dato Data produits (Gardien du fichier technique) / Direktor Fecha Dato Ariens Company Produktkonformität und Gewährleistung Datum Päiväys (Aufbewahrungsstelle der technischen Dokumentation) / Data Data Datum 655 W. Ryan Street...
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from the operator’s position, facing the PRODUCT REGISTRATION direction of forward travel. The Ariens dealer must register the product SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT at the time of purchase. Registering the PARTS...
2. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration DISCLAIMER Card and return the card to Ariens. 3. Explain Ariens Limited Warranty Policy. Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements 4. Explain recommended lubrication and maintenance.
REQUIRED OPERATOR Do not operate mower unless TRAINING guards are in operating position or entire bagger is attached. Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If OL4540 anyone other than the original purchaser will use the unit, ALWAYS provide this manual Keep safety devices (guards, and any needed safety training before...
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NEVER wear loose clothes, long hair or Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts. deterioration. Replace only with Ariens ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when original equipment replacement parts for operating unit.
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Except where specifically must be maintained in effective working order recommended, ALWAYS stop engine, by the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or remove key (electric start models), wait for engine manufacturer’s service center. moving parts to stop, allow parts to cool and...
Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie Use only accessories which have been downs will support unit during maintenance. approved by Ariens and are properly Replace worn-out mufflers immediately. installed. Continued use could result in fire or Use only accessories or attachments that are explosion.
OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES Handlebar Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable See Figure 4 for locations. height. See HANDLEBAR HEIGHT on page 20. WARNING: Improper operation Recoil Starter Handle can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
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Standard Models Swivel Wheel Models (911340, 397) To change cutting height, move cutting height levers one notch at a time on each wheel to To change front wheel cutting height, insert set desired height (Figure 5). height adjuster pin into the holes that match the desired cutting height and fasten with key NOTE: Each wheel on mower must be set at the same height for a level cut.
OPTIONAL CONTROLS Wheel Drive Control (self-propelled models) Primer Bulb Push the primer bulb in to add fuel for easier CAUTION: Unit will move forward engine start. at engine start if wheel drive Speed Control (self-propelled control is engaged. ALWAYS models) release wheel drive control before starting unit.
Fuel Stabilizer Unlock - Wheel Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended Swivels periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the system. These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel.
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Make sure deflector covers frequently for wear or discharge opening. deterioration. Replace worn or 6. Secure with cover hardware from step 4. damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only. Side Discharge Deflector 1. Shut off unit. 2. Install side discharge cover.
EMERGENCY STOPPING Shut Off 1. Release wheel drive control and allow To stop the mower in an emergency: unit to stop completely (self-propelled 1. Release the engine/blade control. models). 2. Release the wheel drive control (self- 2. Release engine/blade control. propelled models).
SCHEDULE and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Before Service Each Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts Performed or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Check • Should engine require service, contact an...
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NEVER weld or straighten bent Check grass bag frequently for wear or blades. deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag with Ariens original equipment replacement bag only. 1. Remove mower blade from unit. Discard mower blade if: CLEAN UNIT •...
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3. Check mower blade balance. REPLACE OIL FILTER Slide mower blade on an unthreaded (911397) bolt. A balanced blade should remain in Replace oil filter every 100 hours of use or a horizontal position. If either end of every season. mower blade moves downward, sharpen the heavy end until blade is balanced 1.
CHECK SPARK PLUG CHECK MUFFLER Spark plug should be replaced every 100 Check muffler for debris, cracks, wear, or hours of operation or each year. other damage. NOTE: Loose spark plug wire terminals can cause sparking. Replace terminal if CAUTION: Replace worn-out damaged.
DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (911397) (Self-Propelled Models) To adjust engine/blade control: To remove drive belt: 1. Loosen cable nuts away from bracket. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Set the right rear wheel to its lowest cutting height, and the left rear wheel to the third cutting height.
5. Tighten upper WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL cable nut until ADJUSTMENT bracket is secure (Self-Propelled Models) between cable nuts. See Figure 17. NOTE: When the wheel drive control is OM1030 disengaged, the gap between the friction disc and the aluminum drive plate should be 6.
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To increase the gap, To decrease the gap, loosen the lower loosen the upper cable cable nut. nut. Then tighten the lower cable nut against the Then tighten the upper bracket. cable nut against the bracket. Figure 19 Figure 18 2.
SPEED CONTROL BELL CRANK (Self-Propelled Models) The speed control bell crank holds the speed control rod in position after a speed has been set. The spring washers may become loose with normal wear. If the speed control rod does not stay firmly in position, adjust the speed control bell crank.
To treat the fuel system for storage: to prevent rust. Matching touch-up paint is 1. Add fuel stabilizer according to available from your Ariens Dealer. Do not use manufacturer’s instructions. abrasives, solvents, or harsh cleaners. 2. Run engine for at least 10 minutes after...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not 1. Fuel tank empty or low. 1. Check fuel level. Fill tank if necessary. start 2. Spark plug wire loose or off. 2. Check connection. 3. Engine/Blade control cable 3. Check cable. Adjust, repair detached, broken, or not or replace as necessary.
SERVICE PARTS ACCESSORIES Always use genuine Ariens parts to keep See your authorized Ariens Dealer to add your mower running like new. these optional accessories. Description Part Number 71102400 Dethatcher Air Filter 21541000 (911397) 71102700 Mulchmaster Plug Air Filter 21529800 (911339, 340)
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 911339 911340 Description LM21S LM21SW Length - cm Height - cm 96.5 Width - cm 58.4 Actual Weight - kg 46.2 49.4 Cutting Width- cm 53.3 Cutting Height -cm 6 Positions: 2.5 - 8.3 Engine, 4 cycle Briggs &...
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SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 911397 Description LM21SW Length - cm Height - cm 96.5 Width - cm 58.4 Actual Weight - kg 56.7 Cutting Width- cm 53.3 Cutting Height - cm 6 Positions: 2.5 - 8.3 Engine, 4 cycle Kawasaki Model FJ180V Max Rotation Speed of Cutting Edge 2,950...
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Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.eu...
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