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 sitting in operation position and facing the
direction of forward travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering replacement parts or
Transfer
model & serial
number label
from product
registration
here.
•Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.
•Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.
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.
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.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of
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.
For a brief list of replacement parts see Service Parts in
this manual. To obtain a complete parts manual, find your
model and serial number. Then go to www.ariens.com or
call 1-800-678-5443.
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 be applicable to your
unit.
DELIVERY
Customer Note: If you have purchased this product
without complete assembly and instruction by your
retailer, it is your responsibility to:
1. 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.
assembly has been properly completed.
1-800-678-5443 or go to www.ariens.com on the internet.
WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments
can cause serious injury.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the
manuals.
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
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.
3. Review control functions and operation of the unit.
Do not operate 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 the Product Registration Card and return the
card to Ariens Company or go to www.ariens.com.
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.
Always follow the practices set forth in this manual.
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.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller
on safe and proper operation by the seller. 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.
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals.
Refer to figure 3 below for Safety Decal locations.
1. DANGER!
Read the operator’s manual.
Allow operation only by properly trained adult,
never children.
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DO NOT mow when children or others are
around.
Keep children out of work area and under
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watchful care of a responsible adult.
Look down and behind before and while
backing.
DO NOT operate in reverse unless absolutely
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necessary. Always back up slowly.
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Turn machine off when children are in the area.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure
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vision.
Never carry children.
Never carry riders.
OL4760
Remove objects that could be thrown by the
blade.
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Go up and down slopes, not across.
If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and
10°MAX
back down slowly.
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•DO NOT operate on slopes over 10° maximum.
•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.
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DANGER / PELIGRO
3. DANGER!
Always keep feet and hands away from rotating
parts.
OL3030
Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this unit.
OL0910
Keep children and others away from unit while
operating.
OL4140
Stop engine and remove ignition key before
servicing or leaving operator’s position for any
reason.
OL4010
NO STEP! Always keep feet away from rotating
parts.
OL4420
4. WARNING!
Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this unit.
de securite
TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH
• Read the operator's manual.
• Keep children and others away from unit
while operating.
• Look down and behind before and while
backing.
• Never carry children.
• Never direct discharge toward other
people. Thrown objects can cause injury.
• Go up and down slopes, not across.
• 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.
POUR EVITER LES BLESSURES
GRAVES OU LA MORT
• Lire le manuel d'utilisation.
• Éloigner les enfants et toute autre personne pendant le
fonctionnement de la machine.
• Regardez derriere et sur les cotes lorsque vous reculez.
• Ne transportez jamais dénfant.
• Ne jamais décharger directement en direction de
quelqu’un. Des particules projetées peuvent provoquer
des blessures.
• Tondez toujours de haut en bas et inversement jamais le
long des pentes.
• Si la machine sárrete en montee. Debrayez la lame et
redescendez doucement.
• Evitez les virages brusques.
• Maintenez
toujours en place tous les elements
(protecteurs, interupteurs, etc.).
• Controlez le bon fonctionnement des interrupteurs de securité
avant utilisation tel q'uindiqué dans le manuel d'utilisation.
• Comprenez bien la fonction et la situation de chacun des leviers
et boutons de commande.
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WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT/ADVERTENCIA
Do not operate mower
unless guards are in
operating position or
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bagger is attached.
Ne jamais utiliser
la tondeuse sans
protecteur sur le
canal d'ejection ou
sans le bac monte.
2. HOT SURFACES!
DO NOT touch parts which are hot from
operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
OD0061
No operar segadora a
menos que las defensas
esten en posicion de
operacion o el
recogedor este fijo.
Figure 3
10°
PARA EVITAR DAÑOS SERIOS
O LA MUERTE
• Leer el manual del operador.
• Mantenga la unidad alejada de los niños u otras
personas cuando esté en funcionamiento.
• Antes y durante retroceso mirar hacia abajo y
detras.
• Nunca monten niños.
• Nunca dirija la descarga hacia otras personas, ya
que los objetos lanzados pueden provocar lesiones.
• Suba y baje pendientes, no transversalmente.
• Si la maquina se detiene subiendo cuesta, desactive la
cuchilla y baje lentamente.
• Evite viradas subitas.
• Mantenga artefactos de seguridad (defensas,
protectores, interruptores, etc.) en su lugar y trabajando.
• Verifique en el manual el sistema de engranar antes de
usar.
• Tenga conocimiento de funciones y localizaciones de todos
los controles.
2
DANGER/ PELIGRO
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Do not operate mower unless guards are in
operating position or bagger is attached.
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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.
Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in
Owner/Operator Manual before assembling, using or
working on this mower.
ALWAYS remove key from ignition and wire from spark
plug before assembly, or working on this unit.
Inspect unit before each use for: missing or damaged
decals and shields, correctly operating safety interlock
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system, and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace or
repair as needed.
ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully
before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when
crossing or operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children, people, and pets away. Be alert and shut
off unit if anyone enters work area. Keep children under
watchful care of a responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, and debris.
Thrown objects can cause injury.
Stay alert for hidden hazards, holes, and ruts.
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Avoid uneven or rough terrain. DO NOT operate near
drop offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly
turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if
an edge caves in.
Dust, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident.
Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light.
Data indicates that operators, age 60 and above, are
involved in a larger percentage of riding mower related
injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to
operate the riding mower safely enough to protect
themselves and others from serious injury.
Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes
being familiar with controls and actual operation.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their
alertness or coordination is impaired.
Wear adequate safety gear, sturdy shoes, and protective
gloves.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair
that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be
thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating mower.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts
can cut off fingers or a hand.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating
parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body
parts.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from
operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to
maintain, adjust or service.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is
running.
NEVER direct discharge towards persons or property.
Thrown objects may ricochet back towards
operator.ALWAYS stand clear of the discharge area.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine,
remove key, engage parking brake, and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces.
Disengage PTO when attachment is not in use and when
crossing gravel surfaces.
DO NOT operate unit if safety interlock system is
damaged or disabled. Check safety interlock before each
use (see Operation on page 8).
ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized 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.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability when using
attachments.
NEVER carry passengers–especially children–even with
blades off.
Use extra care when approaching blind corners or
objects that may obscure vision of hidden obstacles and
children.
If you cannot back up a slope or you feel uneasy on it, do
not mow it.
Mow up and down slopes, not across them.
Use slow speed on any slope. Tires may lose traction on
slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly.
Keep all movements on the slope slow 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.
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.
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