Ariens 911099, 911101, 911102, 911330, 911331 User Manual
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Walk Behind Lawn Mower
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
911099 - LM21SH
911101 - LM21SWH
911102 - LM21SCH
911330 - LM21SW
911331 - LM21SE
911514 - LM21S
911515 - LM21SE
911525 - LM21SW
911526 - LM21SC
911531 - LM21S
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FRANÇAIS
ESPAGNOL
01241400A 11/03
Supersedes 01241400
Printed in USA
Ariens Company
655 West Ryan Street
P.O. Box 157
Brillion, Wisconsin
54110-0157 USA
Telephone
(920) 756-2141
Facsimile
(920) 756-2407
We the undersigned, ARIENS COMPANY, certify that:
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:
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podpisani, ARIENS COMPANY, oświadczamy, że: Nós, abaixo assinados, certificamos em nome da ARIENS
COMPANY, que:
MODEL CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY ISSUED BY THE
MANUFACTURER –
LE FABRICANT – VOM HERSTELLER HERAUSGEGEBENE MUSTERÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSBESCHEINIGUNG – MODEL CONFORMITEITSCERTIFICAAT
UITGEGEVEN DOOR DE FABRIKANT – OVERENSSTEMMELSESCERTIFIKAT FOR
MODELLER, UDSTEDT AF FABRIKANTEN – DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ DEL
PRODOTTO RILASCIATA DAL PRODUTTORE – MODELO DE CERTIFICADO DE
CONFORMIDAD EMITIDO POR EL FABRICANTE – MODELLENS SAMSV ARSBEVIS
UTSTEDT AV PRODU SENTEN – INTYG OM ÖVERENSSTÄM MELSE FÖR MODELLER
UTFÄRDAT AV TILLVERKAREN – VALMISTAJAN ANTAMA MALLIN
VAATIMUSTENMUKAISUUSTODISTUS – ŚWIADECTWO ZGODNOŚCI MODELU
WYDANE PRZEZ PRODUCENT A – CERTIFICADO DE CONFORMIDADE DO MODELO
EMITIDO PELO FABRICANTE
MODÈLE DE CERTIFICAT DE CONFORMITÉ DÉLIVRÉ PAR
Nous, soussignés ARIENS COMPANY, certifions que :
Type: Type : Typ:
Type: Type: Tipo:
Tipo: Type: Typ:
Tyyppi: Typ: Tipo:
Trade Name:
Firmanavn: Nome commerciale: Nombre comercial: Handelsnavn:
Handelsbeteckning: Kauppanimi: Nazwa handlowa: Nome da Marca:
Modèle : Modell: Model: Model: Modello: Modelo: Modell: Modell:
Model:
Malli: Model: Modelo:
Serial # Range:
reeks: Serienummerområde: Gamma n. di serie: Rango de nº de serie:
Serienummerområde: Serienummerområde: Sarjanumerot: Zakres, numer
seryjny: Faixa de Nº de Série:
Conforms to:
Richtlinien übereinstimmt: Voldoet aan: Er i overensstemmelse med:
È conforme a: Cumple con: Er i samsvar med: Överensstämmer med:
Täyttää seuraavat vaatimukset: Jest zgodny z: De acordo com:
Walk Behind Lawn Mower –
– Duwgrasmaaier – Selvkørende plæneklipper – Tosaerba semovente – Cortacésped de
empuje manual – Gressklipper – Självgående gräsklippare – Käsinohjailtava ruohonleikkuri –
Kosiarka trawnikowa – Cortador de Relva Convencional
Appellation commerciale : Handelsbezeichnung: Handelsnaam:
Plage de numéros de série : Seriennummern: Serienummer-
Est conforme à : Mit den Anforderungen der folgenden
Tondeuse à gazon autotractée – Handgeführter Rasenmäher
Notified Body – Organisme notifié – Zertifizierungsstelle –
Aangemelde instantie – Bemyndiget organ – Organismo
notificato – Organismo notificado – Teknisk kontrollorgan –
Anmält organ – Ilmoitettu laitos – Organ zaświadczający –
Organismo Certificador –
Ariens
911330
911331
911514
911515
911330 Š 000101
911331 Š 000101
911514 Š 020500
911515 Š 005001
911525 Š 008300
911526 Š 009501
911531 Š 000101
911525
911526
911531
98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC,
2000/14/EC (VIII)
SNCH/TUV Rheinland
11, Route de Luxembourg
L-5230 Sandweiler
2
Representative Measured Sound Power Level
)
Niveau de puissance acoustique représentatif
(L
wa
mesuré (L
(L
Repræsentativt, målt støjeffektniveau (L
potenza sonora rappresentativo rilevato (L
potencia acústica representativo medido (L
Representativt målt lydeffektnivå (L
uppmätt ljudnivå (L
(L
akustycznej (L
Representativo (L
) Repräsentativer gemessener Geräuschpegel
wa
) Representatief gemeten geluidsniveau (Lwa)
wa
) Tyypillinen mitattu äänitehotaso
) Zmierzony reprezentatywny poziom mocy
wa
wa
) Nível de Potência de Som Medido
wa
)
wa
) Livello di
wa
wa
wa
) Representativ
wa
) Nivel de
)
330, 331, 514, 515, 525, 531: 99 dB
526: 98 dB
Philip J. Smucker:
Manager of Product Conformance (Keeper of Technical
File) Responsable de la conformité des produits
(Dépositaire de la fiche technique) Manager of Product
Conformance (Archivar der technischen Akte) Manager
Productconformering (Beheerder van technische bestan d)
Produktoverensstemmelsesleder (Indehaver af tekniske
data) Responsabile della conformità del prodotto
(Depositario del file tecnico) Gerente de conformidad de
los productos (Depositario del archivo técnico) Ansva rlig
for produktsamsvar (innehaver av teknisk fil) Chef för
produktöverensstämmelse (Innehava re av tekniska data)
Tuotteen vaatimustenmukaisuudesta vastaava johtaja
(Teknisen tiedoston haltija) Zarządzający Zgodnością
Produktu (Przechowujący Dokumentację Techniczną)
Gestor de Conformidade de Produtos
(Zelador de Arquivos Técnicos)
Guaranteed Sound Power Level (Lwa) –
Niveau de puissance acoustique garanti (L
Garantierter Geräuschpegel (L
geluidsniveau (L
Livello di potenza sonora garantito (L
) – Garanteret støjeffektniveau (Lwa) –
wa
potencia acústica garantizado (L
lydeffektnivå (L
T aattu
äänitehotaso (L
poziom mocy akustycznej (L
Som Garantido (L
A
A
) – Garanterad uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) –
wa
) – Gwarantowany reprezentatywny
wa
) –
wa
330, 331, 514, 515, 525, 526, 531: 100 dB
) – Gegarandeerd
wa
wa
) – Garantert
wa
) – Nível de Potência de
wa
Date
Ariens Company
Brillion, WI 54110-0157 USA
Signature
Unterschrift Handtekening
Underskrift Firma Firma
Signatur Namnteckning
Allekirjoitus Podpis Assinatura
Signature
Datum Dato Data
Fecha Dato
Datum Päiväys
Data Data
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wa
) – Nivel de
7/22/2003
Date Datum
CE Sound and Vibration – Bruits et vibrations CE – CE Geräusch- und Vibrationswerte – CE
Geluid en trilling – CE støj og vibration – Livello sonoro e vibrazioni CE – Sonido y vibración
CE – CE-lyd og -vibrasjon – CE ljudnivå och vibrationer – CE, melu ja tärinä – CE Dźwięku i
Wibracji – Som e Vibração CE –
911330 911331 911514 911515 911525 911526 911531
Oper. Ear Sound Pressure (Lpa) in dBA –
Geräuschpegel am Ohr des Bedieners (L
Strøjtryk ved brugeren s ør e (L
de sonido en el oído (L
– Kuljettajan korvaan kohdistuva äänenpaine (Lpa), dBA – Robocze ciśnienie akustyczne na uch u (Lpa) w
dB
A
decybelach
– Oper. Pressão do Som no O uvido (Lpa) em dBA –
A
) målt i dBA – Pressione sonora all’orecchio dell’operatore (Lpa) in dBA – Presión
pa
) in dBA – Lydtrykk ved førerens øre (Lpa) inn dBA – Ljudeffekt vid förarens öron (Lpa) i
pa
Pression acoustique aux oreilles de l’opérateur (Lpa) en dBA –
) in dBA – Geluidsdruk bij het oor van de gebruiker (Lpa) in dBA –
pa
85 87 88
Vibration Measure (m/sec2) at Operator:
2
(m/s
) an des Bedieners: Gemeten trilling bij (m/sec2): Vibrationsmålinger (m/s2) ved brugerens: Vibrazioni
percepite dall’operatore (m/sec
førerens: Vibrationsmått (m/s
Medida de Vibração (m/seg.
Hands –
Mains – Händen – De handen van de gebruiker – Hæn der – Man i – Mano s – H e nder – Hände r –
2
): Medida de vibración (m/seg2) en el operador: Vibrasjonsmåling (m/s2) ved
2
) vid förarens: Tärinä (m/s2) kuljettajan: Pomiar wibracji (m/sec2) u operatora:
2
) no Operador:
Käsissä – Ręce – Mãos –
Mesure des vibrations (m/s2) au niveau de l’opérateur: Vibration
X < 2.5 2.6
Y 10.8 3.2 3.0 3.2 3.4 7.7 8.7
Z <2.5 4.4 3.3 4.4 4.1 2.7 3.0
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service and Adjustment s. . . . . . . . . . 18
INTRODUCTION
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Service Par ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
THE MANUAL
Before using the unit, carefully and
completely read your manuals. The contents
will give you an understanding of safety
instructions and controls during normal
operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are
given from the operator’s position, facing the
direction of forward travel.
SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT
PARTS
When ordering replacement parts or making
service inquiries, know the Model and Serial
numbers of your unit and engine.
Numbers are located on the product
registration form in the unit literature
package. They are also printed on a serial
number label, located on the frame of your
unit (Figure 1 and Figure 2).
Serial Number
Label
Figure 1
OM1600
Engine Serial
Number Label
Unit Serial
Number Label
Figure 2
• Record Unit Model and Serial numbers
here:
• Record Engine Model & Serial numbers
here:
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
The Ariens dealer must register the product
at the time of purchase. Registering the
product will help the company process
warranty claims or contact you with the latest
service information. All claims meeting
requirements during the limited warranty
period will be honored, whether or not the
product registration card is returned. Keep a
proof of purchase if you do not register your
unit.
Customer Note: If the Dealer does not
register your product, please fill out, sign and
return the product registration card to Ariens
or go to www.ariens.com on the internet.
GB - 4
© Copyright 2003 Ariens Company
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts.
Replacing any part on this vehicle with
anything other than an Ariens authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, or safety of this unit
and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims
liability for any claims or damages, whether
warranty, property damage, personal injury or
death arising out of the use of unauthorized
replacement parts. To locate your nearest
Ariens Dealer, call 1-800-678-5443 or go to
www.ariens.com on the internet.
DEALER DELIVERY
Dealer should:
1. Check that all assembly and
adjustments have been properly
completed.
2. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration
Card and return the card to Ariens.
SAFETY
WARNING: This cutting machine
is capable of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the safety
instructions in the manuals and
on decals could result in serious
injury or death.
Slopes are a major factor related
to slip and fall accidents.
Operation on all slopes requires
extra caution.
Tragic accidents can occur if the
operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Never
assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive,
handle with care.
Stop unit and engine, remove key
(if equipped) and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving
operator’s position.
3. Explain Ariens Limited Warranty Policy.
4. Explain recommended lubrication and
maintenance. Advise customer on
adjustments. Remind customer to
change oil in 4 cycle engine crankcase
after first five (5) hours of operation.
5. Instruct customer on controls and
operation of unit. Discuss and
emphasize the Safety Rules. Give
customer Owner/Operator, Parts, and
Engine manuals. Advise customer to
thoroughly read and understand them.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue,
make changes to, and add improvements
upon its products at any time without public
notice or obligation.The descriptions and
specifications contained in this manual were
in effect at printing. Equipment described
within this manual may be optional. Some
illustrations may not apply to your unit.
SAFETY ALERTS
Look for these symbols to point
out important safety precautions.
They mean:
Attention!
Personal Safety Is Involved!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbols above and signal
words below are used on decals and in this
manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, WILL RESULT in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, COULD RESULT in death
or serious injury.
GB - 5
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or
moderate injury. It may also be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for
proper operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or
information required to prevent damage to
unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions, for the benefit of yourself and
others. Understand and follow all safety
messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and
the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious
injury or death. Learn applicable rules and
laws in your area.
REQUIRED OPERATOR
TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed
by the seller on safe and proper operation. If
anyone other than the original purchaser will
use the unit, ALW AYS provide this manual
and any needed safety training before
operation.
SAFETY DECALS AND
LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety
decals. Refer to Figure 3 for safety decal
locations.
1
3
1. DANGER!
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Read the operator’s manual.
OL1801
Keep children and others away
from unit while operating.
OL4370
Never direct discharge toward
other people. Thrown objects can
OL0910
OL3030
cause injury.
Do not operate mower unless
guards are in operating position
or entire bagger is attached.
OL4540
Keep safety devices (guards,
shields, switches, etc.) in place
and working.
• Go across slopes, not up and down.
• Look down and behind before and
while moving backward.
• Do not park on a slope unless
chocked or blocked.
• Do not allow operation of machine by
untrained personnel.
2. DANGER!
KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY
Do not operate mower unless guards are in
operating position or bagger is attached.
3. CAUTION!
2
• Bag is subject to wear and
deterioration.
• Check bag frequently, replace when
necessary.
• Use original bag to comply with safety
specifications.
SAFETY RULES
If unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold,
ALWAYS provide this manual and any
Figure 3
OM0811
needed safety training before operation.
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Read, understand and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
beginning assembly. Failure to follow
instructions could result in personal injury
and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and
disconnect wire from spark plug before
assembly. Unintentional engine start up can
cause death or serious injury.
Complete a walk around inspection of unit
and work area to understand:
• work area
• your unit
• all safety decals.
Clear work area of stones, sticks, wire and
foreign objects which might be picked up and
thrown. Tall grass can hid e obstacles.
Know the work area. Stay alert for holes,
rocks, rough terrain and hidden hazards.
Keep away from drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments that could cause operator to
lose footing or control of unit.
ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating
along streets or curbs.
Keep work area clear of all persons, children
and pets.
Keep children out of the work area and under
the watchful care of a responsible adult.
ALWAYS operate unit when there is good
visibility and light.
DO NOT mow wet grass.
ALWAYS be sure of your footing. Keep a firm
hold on handlebar. Walk, NEVER run.
Engine/blade control feature on mower stops
engine and blade within 3 seconds whenever
operator releases handlebar. Check this
feature frequently. If feature fails to operate,
disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have
it repaired before using unit.
Only trained adults may operate unit. Training
includes actual operation.
NEVER operate after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Unit requires
complete and unimpaired attention.
NEVER allow children to use mower.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from
rotating parts. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from pinch points.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause death
or serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an
enclosed area.
ALWAYS protect eyes, face, and body with
adequate safety gear and protective clothes.
Wear sturdy footwear, gloves and safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shields
while operating mower.
NEVER operate mower barefoot or when
wearing open sandals or canvas shoes.
NEVER wear loose clothes, long hair or
jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts.
ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when
operating unit.
NEVER direct discharge toward bystanders.
Operator is responsible for bystander safety.
DO NOT touch hot parts. Allow parts to cool.
Keep safety devices or guards in place and
functioning properly. NEVER modify or
remove safety devices.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions
in the manual and on the machine before
starting. Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an emergency.
DO NOT attempt to start your engine until
you know what the controls do and how they
work.
DO NOT tilt mower when starting it.
Keep feet away when starting engine.
DO NOT start the engine or operate mower
without side discharge cover or side
discharge deflector installed.
Take all possible precautions when leaving
unit unattended.
ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key
(electric start models) and disconnect spark
plug wire to prevent accidental starting or
unauthorized use.
Stop engine if anyone enters the work area.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to
unit while engine is running (except where
specifically recommended). Stop engine,
remove key (electric start models) and wait
for all moving parts to stop before servicing.
DO NOT make cutting height wheel
adjustments while the engine is running.
If you strike an object, or if equipment
vibrates abnormally, stop engine at once, wait
for moving parts to stop and disconnect wire
from spark plug. Repair any damage before
restarting unit.
Keep rear door closed when engine is
running unless the grass bag is in place.
Stop engine before removing and emptying
grass bag.
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When mulching or bagging, ALWAYS install
discharge cover.
When side discharging, ALWAYS install side
discharge deflector.
ALWAYS shut off engine, allow blade to stop
and disconnect spark plug wire before
clearing clogs or cleaning unit.
Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or
deterioration. Replace only with Ariens
original equipment replacement parts for
safety.
To reduce fire hazar d and overheating, keep
equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or
excessive lubricants.
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which
may obscure vision.
DO NOT mow at too fast a rate. DO NOT
change engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
Do not operate mower on gravel or loose
material such as sand. Stop mower when
crossing drives, walks, or roads to prevent
damage or injury from thrown objects.
DO NOT pull mower backwards unless
absolutely necessary. Look down and back,
especially for small children, before and while
moving backwards.
Releasing wheel drive control must stop
mower’s forward movement. If this feature
fails to operate, disconnect spark plug wire
and repair before using unit.
On self-propelled models, wheel drive must
be disengaged when starting engine.
DO NOT operate on steep slopes.
NEVER leave unit unattended on a slope.
Chock wheels if parking on a slope.
Mow across the face of slopes, never up and
down. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
This product is equipped with an internal
combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near
any unimproved, forest or brush covered land
unless the exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrestor meeting applicable local, state
or federal laws. A spark arrestor, if used, must
be maintained in effective working order by
the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or
engine manufacturer’s service center.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can
explode. ONLY use approved fuel containers.
• NO Smoking!
• NO Sparks!
• NO Flames!
• Allow engine to cool before filling fuel
tank.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground away from
your vehicle before filling.
When practical, remove gas-powered
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel
it on the ground. If this is not possible, then
refuel such equipment on a trailer with a
portable container, rather than from a
gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times
until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle
lock-open device.
Check fuel supply before starting engine.
DO NOT fill gasoline tank indoors, when
engine is running, or while engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool several minutes before
removing fuel cap.
DO NOT overfill. Allow about 1/4" (6 mm) of
tank space for fuel expansion.
Replace gasoline tank cap securely and
clean any spilled fuel before starting engine.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
NEVER store fuel inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.
ALWAYS drain fuel outdoors away from
ignition sources.
ALWAYS shut off engine, and remove key,
and close fuel shutoff valve when transporting
unit on a truck or trailer.
Avoid Electric Shock. DO NOT disconnect
wire from spark plug while engine is running.
Do NOT put battery in fire or mutilate.
Explosive Gases!
NO flames, NO sparks, NO smoking, near
battery.
Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
Contact with skin, eyes or clothing can cause
severe chemical burns.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective
gear near battery.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of
children.
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Wash hands after handling.
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Accidental engine start up can cause death or
serious injury. Except where specifically
recommended, ALWAYS stop engine,
remove key (electric start models), wait for
moving parts to stop, allow parts to cool and
disconnect spark plug wire before inspecting,
servicing, adjusting or repairing unit.
Keep mower free of grass, leaves, or other
debris build-up.
Keep equipment in good condition.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
Follow engine manufacturer’s safety
instruction when servicing engine.
Check all hardware at regular intervals,
especially blade attachment bolts. Keep all
hardware properly tightened.
Before tipping unit, remove fuel and battery (if
equipped).
Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie
downs will support unit during maintenance.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
CARTON CONTENTS
1
8
7
6
1. Mower Unit
2. Side Discharge Cover
3. Battery Charger (911331, 515)
4. Side Discharge Deflector
5. Grass Bag Frame
6. Literature Pack
7. Mulch Plug
8. Grass Bag
5
Figure 4
2
3
OM1706
4
Replace worn-out mufflers immediately.
Continued use could result in fire or
explosion.
Sharp edges can cut or amputate fingers or a
hand. Wrap blade or wear sturdy gloves to
service.
Use only replacement parts designed for your
unit. See your Ariens Dealer.
Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
ALW AYS clean unit before extended storage.
See engine manual for proper storage.
DO NOT store unit inside a building with fuel
in the fuel tank where any ignition sources
are present.
Use only accessories which have been
approved by Ariens and are properly
installed.
Check attachments frequently and replace
worn or damaged components with
manufacturer’s recommended parts.
ASSEMBLY
1. Unfold and adjust handlebar. See
Handlebar Height on page 19.
NOTE: DO NOT bend the speed control rod
(if equipped) when unfolding the handlebars.
2. Fill engine crankcase with oil. See
engine manual.
3. Set-up mower for bagging, side
discharge or mulching. See Mower Set-
Up on page 14.
4. Fully charge battery (electric start
models). See To Charge Battery on
page 19.
5. Fill fuel tank. See Filling Fuel Tank on
page 14.
6. Connect spark plug wire.
7. Check the engine/blade control feature.
Try starting the engine without the
engine/blade control held against the
handlebar. Engine must not start. If
engine starts, stop engine and adjust or
repair engine/blade control. See
Engine/Blade Control Adjustment on
page 20.
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