Ariens Promaster 144Z Owner's/Operator's Manual page 12

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ARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand
entire Safety section before proceeding.
UNIT ASSEMBLY
Package Contents:
Unit, Mower Deck and Literature Pack
Unpack Unit
Remove unit and all other components from shipping
container. Open bypass valves (see MOVING THE UNIT
WITH THE ENGINE OFF on page 16). Push unit from
container onto a level surface. Close bypass valves.
Check Tire Pressure
See SPECIFICATIONS on page 30.
Position Steering Levers
Remove bolts and spacers from steering levers. Flip the
steering levers into operating position. Reinstall spacers,
bolts and nuts. Tighten hardware securely. See Figure 3.
3
1. Steering Lever in
Shipping Position
2. Spacers and Hardware
3. Steering Lever in
Operation Position
Figure 3
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Connect Battery
Connect negative (-) battery cable to battery (see Replace
Battery on page 21 and perform steps 2 through 3 in the
installation section).
Check Engine Oil
Refer to Engine Manual.
Check Hydraulic Oil
See HYDRAULIC FLUID on page 19.
Fill Fuel Tank
See FILLING FUEL TANK on page 15.
Hardware
Check for loose hardware.
Check Safety Interlock System
WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and
improper operation of unit can result in death or
serious injury. Test this system each time unit is
operated. If this system does not function as
described, do not operate until repairs are made.
See Safety Interlock System on page 14.
Check Blade Level and Blade Pitch
See Leveling the Mower Deck on page 26.
Check Function of All Controls
Ensure unit runs and performs properly.
_ ARNING: FAILURE OF CONTROLS could result
in death or serious injury.
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