Ariens 915141, 91514100 (000101), 91514300 (000101), 915143, 91513100 (000101) Owner’s Manual
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Owner/Operator Manual
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ENGLISH
FRANQAIS
03989200A 12/09
Printed in USA
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SAFETY .......................... 4
ASSEMBLY ....................... 9
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ....... 11
OPERATION ..................... 12
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........ 16
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS ..... 18
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STORAGE ....................... 26
TROUBLESHOOTING ............. 27
SERVICE PARTS ................. 29
ACCESSORIES ................... 29
SPECIFICATIONS ................. 30
WARRANTY ..................... 31
NON-ENGLISH MANUALS
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THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and
completely read your manuals. The contents
will provide you with an understanding of
safety instructions and controls during normal
operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are
given from operator seated in operation
position and facing the direction of forward
travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
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 printed on a serial number
label, located on the frame of your unit under
the seat (figure 1).
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Unit Serial Number Label
Figure 1
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RecordUnitModelandSerial DELIVERY
numbers here.
Record Engine Model and 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
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The
replacement of any part on this unit with
anything other than an Ariens authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, and 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.
NOTE: A complete Parts manual may be
download from www.ariens.com on the
internet.
Customer Note: If you have purchased this
product without complete assembly and
instruction by your retailer, it is your
responsibility to:
Read and understand all assembly
instructions in this manual. If you do
not understand or have difficulty
following the instructions, contact your
nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer,
go to www.ariens.com on the internet.
or adjustments can cause serious
WARNING: Improper assembly
injury.
Before Attempting to Operate Your
Unit:
1. Make sure all assembly has been
properly completed.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions
provided in the manuals.
3. Review control functions and operation
of the unit. Do not operate the unit
unless all controls function as described
in this manual.
4. Review recommended lubrication,
maintenance and adjustments.
5. Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6. Fill out a product registration card and
return the card to the Ariens Company or
go to www.ariens.com.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue,
change, and improve its products at any time
without notice or obligation to the purchaser.
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 be
applicable to your unit.
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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 loss-of-control and tip-over
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.
Disengage attachment, stop unit
and engine, remove key, engage
parking brake, and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving
operator's position.
SAFETY ALERTS
,_ Look for these symbols to point
out important safety
precautions. They mean:
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY
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.
SAFETY DECALS AND
LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety
Decals. Refer to figure 2 for Safety Decal
locations.
Personal Safety Is
Involved!
Attention!
Become Alert!
Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbol is used in decals and
with this manual. Understand the safety
message. It contains important information
about personal safety.
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
,_ WARNING: POTENTIALLY
avoided, COULD RESULT in
death or serious injury.
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
_ DANGER: IMMINENTLY
avoided, WILL RESULT in death
or serious injury.
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Figure2
1.DANGER!
Avoid injury - Stay clear of
rotating parts.
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2.CAUTION
No smoking.
[_ Do not overfill.
Fill fuel tank to below bottom of
filler neck.
Never fill fuel tank when engine is
running, hot or unit is indoors. Never
overfill fuel tank.
Replace fuel cap securely and clean
up spilled fuel.
&DANGER!
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D:ctt Keep people away from unit
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Always keep feet and hands
away from rotating parts.
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Always stand clear of discharge
area. Do not direct discharge
toward other people.
while operating.
Shut off engine, remove key,
and read manual before you
adjust or repair unit.
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NO STEP! Always keep feet
away from rotating parts.
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4.DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH
&WARNING!
Read the operator's manual.
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Keep children and others away
D _' from unit while operating.
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Never direct discharge toward
/'_L'_ other people. Thrown objects
"_"_'J",_ can cause injury.
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Look down and behind before
and while backing.
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Never carry children.
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Go up and down slopes, not
across.
DO NOT operate on slopes
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over 10°.
If machine stops going uphill, stop
blade and back down slowly.
Avoid sudden turns.
Keep safety devices (guards,
shields, switches, etc.) in place and
working.
Check interlock system per manual
before use.
Understand location and function of
all controls.
Never allow operation by untrained
persons.
Disengage PTO, stop unit and
engine, set parking brake and
remove key before making any
inspections, repairs, etc.
r_j_, AIwaySarea.stand clearofdischarge
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÷ Do not operate mower unless
bagger is attached or guards
are in operating position.
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&DANGER!
Keep hands and feet away.
_________i__,_Do not operate mower unless
guards are in operating position
_--_,_ or bagger is attached.
7.HOT SURFACES!
DO NOT touch parts which are
hot from operation. ALWAYS
allow parts to cool.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
CERTIFICATION LABEL
Tampering with emission controls and
components by unauthorized personnel may
result in severe fines or penalties. Emission
controls and components can only be
adjusted by EPA and!or CARB authorized
service centers. Contact your Ariens
Equipment Retailer concerning emission
controls and component questions.
SAFETY RULES
If unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold,
ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.
Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
Read, understand, and follow all safety
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before
assembling, using or working on this mower.
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ALWAYSremovekeyfromignitionandwire
fromsparkplugbeforeassembly,orworking
onthisunit.
Inspectunitbeforeeachusefor:missingor
damageddecalsandshields,correctly
operatingsafetyinterlocksystem,and
deteriorationofgrasscatchers.Replaceor
repairasneeded.
ALWAYScheckoverheadandside
clearancescarefullybeforeoperation.
ALWAYSbeawareoftrafficwhencrossingor
operatingalongstreetsorcurbs.
Keepchildren,people,andpetsaway.Be
alertandshutoffunitifanyoneenterswork
area.Keepchildrenunderwatchfulcareofa
responsibleadult.
NEVERallowchildrentooperateorplayon
ornearunit.
Keepareaofoperationclearofalltoys,and
debris.Thrownobjectscancauseinjury.
Stayalertforhiddenhazards,holes,andruts.
Avoidunevenorroughterrain.DONOT
operateneardrop-offs,ditches,or
embankments.Unitcansuddenlyturnoverif
awheelisovertheedgeofaclifforditch,orif
anedgecavesin.
Dust,fog,etc.canreducevisionandcause
anaccident.Operateunitonlywhenthereis
goodvisibilityandlight.
Dataindicatesthatoperators,age60and
above,areinvolvedinalargerpercentageof
ridingmowerrelatedinjuries.These
operatorsshouldevaluatetheirabilityto
operatetheridingmowersafelyenoughto
protectthemselvesandothersfromserious
injury.
Onlytrainedadultsmayoperateunit.Training
includesbeingfamiliarwithcontrolsand
actualoperation.
NEVERoperateunitafterorduringtheuseof
medication,drugsoralcohol.
NEVERallowanyonetooperatethisunit
whentheiralertnessorcoordinationis
impaired.
Wearadequatesafetygear,sturdyshoes,
andprotectivegloves.
DONOTwearlooseclothingorjewelryand
tiebackhairthatmaygetcaughtinrotating
parts.
Protecteyes,faceandheadfromobjectsthat
maybethrownfromunit.Wearappropriate
hearingprotection.Alwayswearsafety
gogglesorsafetyglasseswithsideshields
whenoperatingmower.
Avoidsharpedges.Sharpedgescancut.
Movingpartscancutofffingersorahand.
ALWAYSkeephandsandfeetawayfromall
rotatingpartsduringoperation.Rotatingparts
cancutoffbodyparts.
ALWAYSkeephandsawayfromallpinch
points.
Startandoperateunitonlywhenseatedin
operator'sposition.Steeringcontrollevers
mustbeinneutral,PTOdisengagedand
parkingbrakesetwhenstartingengine.
ALWAYSkeepbodyandhandsawayfrom
pinholesornozzleswhichejecthydraulic
fluidunderpressure.
DONOTtouchunitpartswhichmightbehot
fromoperation.Allowpartstocoolbefore
attemptingtomaintain,adjustorservice.
NEVERplaceyourhandsoranypartofyour
bodyorclothinginsideornearanymoving
partwhileunitisrunning.
NEVERdirectdischargetowardspersonsor
property.Thrownobjectsmayricochetback
towardsoperator.ALWAYSstandclearofthe
dischargearea.
ALWAYSdisengageattachment,stopunit
andengine,removekey,engageparking
brake,andallowmovingpartstostopbefore
leavingoperator'sposition.
Useextremecautionongravelsurfaces.
DisengagePTOwhenattachmentisnotin
useandwhencrossinggravelsurfaces.
DONOToperateunitifsafetyinterlock
systemisdamagedordisabled.Checksafety
interlockbeforeeachuse.
ALWAYSremovekeytopreventunauthorized
use.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. Slow
down before turning.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher or
unclogging chute.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced
traction could cause sliding.
DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by
putting your foot on the ground.
Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those
you can safely control and the unit can safely
handle.
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards
and panels in good repair, in place and
securely fastened.
Do not operate without either entire grass
catcher or the discharge guard in place.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. ALWAYS look down and behind
before and while backing; especially for
children.
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Followthemanufacturer'srecommendations
forwheelweightsorcounterweightsto
improvestabilitywhenusingattachments.
NEVERcarrypassengers-especially
children-evenwithbladesoff.
Useextracarewhenapproachingblind
cornersorobjectsthatmayobscurevisionof
hiddenobstaclesandchildren.
Ifyoucannotbackupaslopeoryoufeel
uneasyonit,donotmowit.
Mowupanddownslopes,notacrossthem.
Useslowspeedonanyslope.Tiresmaylose
tractiononslopeseventhoughthebrakesare
functioningproperly.
Keepallmovementsontheslopeslow and
gradual, DO NOT make sudden changes in
speed or direction.
Use extra care while operating machines with
grass catcher or other attachments. They can
affect stability of the machine.
Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a
slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight down the
slope.
DO NOT operate on slopes over 10°.
DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary. If
unit is parked on a slope, ALWAYS chock or
block wheels and set parking brake.
DO NOT disengage or bypass transmission
and coast downhill.
Tow only with a machine that has a hitch
designed for towing. Do not attach towed
equipment except at the hitch point.
Follow the manufacturer's recommendations
for weight limits for towed equipment and
towing on slopes.
Maximum Tongue weight: 30 Ibs.
Maximum Trailer weight: 300 Ibs.
Do not use hitch with bagger attached.
Do not use on steep hills or slopes.
Do not park on hills when trailer is attached.
Do not use with any ground engaging
equipment.
NEVER allow children or others in or on
towed equipment.
On slopes, the weight of the towed equipment
may cause loss of traction and loss of control.
Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
Use extra care when loading or unloading
unit onto trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle.
NEVER secure from rods or linkages that
could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is
running.
ALWAYS turn off power to attachment and
shut off fuel when transporting unit.
Keep unit free of grass clippings, leaves, and
other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
This product is equipped with an internal
combustion type engine. DO NOT use unit on
or near any unimproved, forest-covered or
brush covered land unless exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark
arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in
effective working order by operator.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Handle with care. Use an
approved fuel container.
NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames.
ALWAYS allow engine to cool before
servicing.
NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running
or hot from operation.
NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors.
NEVER overfill fuel tank.
Replace fuel cap securely and clean up
spilled fuel.
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.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
Avoid Electric Shock. Objects contacting both
battery terminals at the same time may result
in injury and unit damage. DO NOT reverse
battery connections.
Explosive Gases from battery can cause
death or serious injury. Poisonous battery
fluid contains sulfuric acid and itscontact with
skin, eyes or clothing can cause severe
chemical burns.
NO flames, NO sparks, NO smoking near
battery.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective
gear near battery. Use insulated tools.
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DONOTTIPbatterybeyonda45°anglein
anydirection.
ALWAYSkeepbatteriesoutofreachof
children.
Batteryposts,terminalsandrelated
accessoriescontainleadandlead
compounds,chemicalsknowntotheStateof
Californiatocausecancerandreproductive
harm.Washhandsafterhandling.
Reverseconnectionsmayresultinsparks
whichcancauseseriousinjury.Always
connectpositive(+)leadofchargerto
positive(+)terminal,andnegative(-)leadto
negative(-)terminal.
ALWAYSdisconnectnegative(-)cableFIRST
andpositive(+)cableSECOND.ALWAYS
connectpositive(+)cableFIRST,and
negative(-)cableSECOND.
Afrozenbatterycanexplodeandresultin
deathorseriousinjury.DONOTchargeor
jumpstartabatterycontainingfrozenfluid.
Thawthebatterybeforeputtingonacharger
orjumpstarting.
ALWAYSkeepprotectivestructures,guards,
andpanelsingoodrepair,inplaceand
securelyfastened.NEVERmodifyorremove
safetydevices.
DONOTchangeenginegovernorsettingsor
over-speedengine.
Fumesfromengineexhaustcancauseinjury
ordeath.DONOTrunengineinanenclosed
area.Alwaysprovidegoodventilation.
ALWAYSmaintainunitinsafeoperating
condition.Damagedorwornoutmufflercan
causefireorexplosion.
Stopandinspectequipmentifyoustrikean
objectorifthereisanunusualvibration.
Repair,ifnecessary,beforerestarting.Never
makeadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine
running.
Mowerbladesaresharpandcancutyou.
Wraptheblade(s)orweargloves,anduse
extracautionwhenservicingthem.NEVER
weldorstraightenmowerblades.
Rotationofoneblademaycauserotationof
theotherblades.
Checkbrakeoperationfrequently.Adjustand
serviceasrequired.
Keepallhardwareproperlytightened.
Storedenergyinspringscancauseinjury.
Maintainorreplacesafetyandinstruction
labels,asnecessary.
Neverstorethemachineorfuelcontainer
insideabuildingwherethereisanopen
flame,suchasawaterheater.
Shutofffuel(ifprovided)andallowengineto
coolcompletelybeforestoringinclosedarea
orcoveringunit.
Cleangrassanddebrisfromunit,especially
fromaroundmufflerandengine,tohelp
preventfires.
Forextendedstorage,cleanunitthoroughly.
SeeEngineManualforproperstorage.
Useonlyattachmentsoraccessories
designedforyourunit.
Checkattachmentcomponentsfrequently.If
wornordamaged,replacewith
manufacturer'srecommendedparts.
Read and understand the entire
,_ WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Safety section before proceeding.
Tools Required
Adjustable wrench
Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease.
Unpack Unit
Remove unit and all other components from
the shipping container. Engage transmission
bypass lever (see MOVING UNIT
MANUALLYon page 15). Push unit from
container onto a level surface. Disengage
transmission bypass lever.
Connect Battery
See Battery Removal and Installation on
page 22 and perform steps 2 and 3 in the
installation section.
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Place Unit in Operating Position
(Figure3):
NOTE: The seat is shipped with the seat
positioned as far back as possible.
1. Tip seat forward and adjust the seat as
needed (see TIPPING SEAT
FORWARD on page 18 and SEAT
ADJUSTMENT on page 18).
2. Remove eccentric spacers and rotate
steering levers to the operating position.
Reinstall spacers. Do not tighten.
3. Adjust steering levers (see ADJUSTING
STEERING LEVERS on page 24).
Check Engine Oil Level
Referto Engine Manual.
Check Tire Pressure
A AUTION: Avoid injury!
Explosive separation of tire and
rim parts is possible when they
are serviced incorrectly:
Do not attempt to mount a
tire without the proper
equipment and experience
to perform the job.
Do not inflate the tires
above the recommended
pressure.
Do not weld or heat a
wheel and tire assembly.
Heat can cause an
increase in air pressure
resulting in an explosion.
Welding can structurally
weaken or deform the
wheel.
Do not stand in front or
over the tire assembly
when inflating. Use a clip-
on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow
you to stand to one side.
See SPECIFICATIONS on page 30.
Level Mower Deck
See LEVELLING AND ADJUSTING PITCH
OF MOWER DECK on page 20.
Fill Fuel Tank
See FILLING FUEL TANK on page 13.
Check Safety Interlock System
1. Steering Lever 3. Eccentric
2. Seat Spacer
Figure 3
A ARNING: Safety interlockfailure and improper operation of
unit can result in death or serious
injury. Check system before each
use to make sure it isfunctioning
properly.
See Safety Interlock System on page 12.
Check function of all controls
See OPERATION on page 12.
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