Ariens Pro 21 Manual page 13

IMPORTANT: Excessively oxygenated or
reformulated fuels (fuels blended with
alcohols or ethers) can damage the fuel
system or cause performance problems. If
any undesirable operating problems occur,
use a gasoline with a lower percentage of
alcohol or ether.
Fuel Stabilizer
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended
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. Follow the
recommended mix ratio found on the fuel
stabilizer container.
To add fuel to fuel tank:
1. Put unit in open or well-ventilated area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool.
3. Clean fuel caps and surrounding area to
prevent dust, dirt, and debris from
entering fuel tanks.
4. Remove fuel caps.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for
correct type and grade of fuel.
5. Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck.
See SPECIFICATIONS on page 26 for
fuel tank capacity.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERFILL! This
equipment and/or its engine may include
evaporative emissions control system
components, required to meet EPA and/or
CARB regulations, that will only function
properly when the fuel tank has been filled to
the recommended level. Overfilling may
cause permanent damage to evaporative
emissions control system components. Filling
to the recommended level ensures a vapor
gap required to allow for fuel expansion. Pay
close attention while filling the fuel tank to
ensure that the recommended fuel level
inside the tank is not exceeded. Use a
portable gasoline container with an
appropriately sized dispensing spout when
filling the tank. Do not use a funnel or other
device that obstructs the view of the tank
filling process.
6. Replace fuel cap and tighten.
7. ALWAYS clean up spilled fuel.
MOWER SET-UP
CAUTION: DO NOT operate
mower unless either side
discharge cover or side discharge
deflector is installed. Thrown
objects may cause damage or
injury. Never operate unit with rear
door open unless grass bag is in
place.
CAUTION: If clogs or obstruction
prevents grass flow, release
engine/blade control and
disconnect spark plug wire before
attempting to clear away any
clogs.
To Bag
CAUTION: Check grass bag
frequently for wear or
deterioration. Replace worn or
damaged bag with Ariens original
equipment replacement bag only.
1. Shut off unit.
2. Remove Mulchmaster plug (Figure 11).
3. Install side discharge cover (Figure 9).
4. Lift rear door.
5. Hook grass bag frame on mounting
flange.
6. Lower rear door.
If necessary, lift rear of grass bag frame to
lock in position.
There should be no openings between bag
and mounting surface after installing bag. If
necessary, clear debris from bag mounting
surface.
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