Ariens A149K21 (96136000 Owner's Manual page 4

° Grass catcher components are subject
towear, damage, and deterioration,
which c ould e xpose m oving parts o r
allow objects tobethrown. Frequently
check components and replace with
manufacturer's recommended parts,
when necessary,
• Mower blades aresharp a nd can cut.
Wrap t heblade(s) orwear g loves, and
use extra c aution when s ervicing them.
• Donot c hange the engine governor set-
ting oroverspeed the engine.
° Maintain orreplace safety a nd instruc-
tion labels, asnecessary,
&WARNING: This lawn mower isequipped with aninternal combustion engine and
should not b eused onornear a nyunimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or
grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it
should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws, Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase;
Gasoline Capacity / Type: 1.5 Quarts (Unleaded Regular)
Oil Capacity: 20 Ounces
Oil Type (API SG-SL): SAE 30 (above 32°F); SAE 10W-30 (below 32°F)
Spark Plug: Champion 8815 (Gap: .030")
Blade Bolt Torque: 35-40 ft. lbs.
The model and serial numbers will be found on a decal on the rear of the lawn mower
housing, Record both serial number and date of purchase in space 3rovided above.
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