Advertisement

Quick Links

Grand Sierra
®
Owner/Operator Manual
Model
931038 - 2200
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
03097300A 5/00
Supercedes 03097300
Printed in USA

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 2200 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summarization of Contents

Controls and Features Overview
Identification of Tractor Controls
Lists and diagrams of essential controls like pedals, switches, and levers.
Important Safety Warning
Warning regarding engine exhaust containing chemicals known to cause cancer or birth defects.
Introduction to the Ariens Grand Sierra
Understanding the Manual and Product Information
Read manual for safety/controls, know Model/Serial numbers for parts.
Warranty Registration and Parts Policy
Register product, use only genuine Ariens parts to ensure warranty.
Manual Disclaimer
Ariens reserves right to change products; manual descriptions may be optional.
Safety Guidelines and Precautions
Understanding Safety Symbols and Words
Learn meanings of safety alert symbols and signal words for hazards.
Safe Practices, Training, and Decals
Follow safe practices, laws, operator training, and maintain safety decals.
Operation and Controls
Standard Controls and Indicators
Overview of hood, dash indicators, ignition, choke, throttle, steering, speed selector.
Speed and Stopping Pedals
Learn operation of neutralizer pedal and brake pedal for speed control and stopping.
Key Operational Components
Details on free-wheeling valves, parking brake, lift controls, and PTO switches.
Starting, Stopping, and Pre-Operation Checks
Pre-Start Procedures and Checks
Ensure hardware, safety devices, air cleaner, oil, and interlocks are checked.
Starting and Stopping the Engine
Step-by-step guide for starting, warming up, and stopping the tractor engine.
Emergency Stops and Shut-Off
Procedures for emergency stops and safely shutting down the tractor.
General Maintenance Procedures
Service Position, Fueling, and Engine Care
Safely position unit, proper fueling, and engine cooling/oil checks.
Engine Oil Filter and Air Cleaner Maintenance
Procedures for changing the oil filter and cleaning/replacing the air cleaner.
Transmission System Maintenance
Checking and Changing Transmission Oil
Maintain proper oil level for braking; procedures for checking and changing oil.
Transmission Oil Filter and Priming
Procedures for changing the filter and priming the transmission for operation.
Battery Service and Jump Starting
Battery Maintenance and Safety
Electrolyte first aid, cleaning terminals, checking level, and charging.
Jump Starting Procedures
Step-by-step guide for safely jump starting the tractor with another vehicle.
Lubrication and Chassis Maintenance
Lubrication Points and Procedures
Identify and lubricate key fittings, steering, and speed selector components.
Tire Pressure, Seat, and Steering Adjustments
Check tire pressure, adjust seat position, and check steering tightness.
Adjustment and Alignment Procedures
Speed Selector Friction Adjustment
Adjust spring pressure for Speed Selector to maintain setting.
Brake Adjustment
Adjust brake pedal for proper engagement before brake action begins.
Steering and Wheel Alignment
Check steering tightness and adjust front wheel toe-in for proper alignment.
Cleaning, Storage, and Component Care
Rear Wheel Track and Rockshaft Flotation
Adjust rear wheel track and center rockshaft flotation chain tension.
Cleaning, Storage, and Engine/Battery Prep
Clean unit, store properly, and prepare engine and battery for storage.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Starter and Engine Operation Problems
Diagnose issues like starter not operating or engine not starting/running roughly.
Movement and Attachment Issues
Troubleshoot tractor movement and attachment operation problems.
Maintenance Schedule
Daily, 25, 50, and 250 Hour Service Tasks
Schedule for performing routine maintenance tasks and inspections.
Grand Sierra Specifications
Key Technical Specifications
Details on model, dimensions, engine, transmission, hydraulics, and performance.
Attachments and Accessories
Compatible Attachments
List of available mower decks and dozer blade for the tractor.
Recommended Accessories
List of accessories to enhance tractor functionality and performance.
Ariens Limited Warranty Information
Warranty Coverage and Limitations
Details on duration, conditions, exclusions, and limitations of the warranty.
Remedy, Damages, and Disclaimers
Information on liability, incidental damages, and warranty disclaimers.

Table of Contents