Ariens 991073, 99107300 (000101), 99107500 (000101), 991075, 99107400 (000101) Owner’s Manual
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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 ......................... 30
Accessories ..................... 31
Service Parts .................... 31
Specifications ................... 32
Warranty ........................ 33
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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 sitting in the operation
position and facing the direction of forward
travel.
SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT
PARTS
When ordering publications, 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 literature package.
They are printed on a serial number label,
located on the frame of your unit (Figure 1).
Serial Number Label
Figure 1
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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 equipment
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
regarding warranty, property damage,
personal injury or death arising out of the use
of unauthorized replacement parts.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer,
go to www.ariens.com.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue,
change, and improve its products at any time
without public 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.
DEALER DELIVERY
Dealer should:
1. Test brakes after unit is assembled to be
sure adjustment has not been disturbed
in shipment (See Parking Brake
Interlock System on page 12). Wheel
brakes are properly adjusted at factory.
2. Check the safety interlock system to
make sure that it is functioning properly.
With operator on seat, unit must not start
unless steering levers are in neutral (N)
and Power Takeoff (PTO) is disengaged
(Off). Engine must stop if operator
leaves seat when steering levers are in
any drive position or PTO is engaged
(On). See Safety Interlock System on
page 12.
3. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration
Card and return the card to Ariens.
4. Explain Limited Warranty Policy.
5. Explain recommended lubrication and
maintenance. Advise customer on
adjustments. Instruct customer on
controls and operation of unit. Discuss
and emphasize the Safety Precautions.
Give customer Owner/Operator, Parts,
and Engine Manuals. Advise customer
to thoroughly read and understand them.
Customer Note: Your Dealer has been
provided complete set-up and preparation
instructions which must be completed prior to
you taking delivery of this unit. The dealer is
required to review important information in
this manual with you before or upon delivery
of the unit or attachment.
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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 ALERT
SYMBOL
These are safety alert
symbols They mean:
,ATTENTION!
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•YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
•BECOME ALERT!
•OBEY THE MESSAGE!
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SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbols above and signal
words below are used on decals and in this
manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY
,_ HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, COULD RESULT in
death or serious injury.
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, including those that may
restrict the age of the operator.
REQUIRED OPERATOR
TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed
by the seller on safe and proper operation. 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 2 for Safety Decal
locations.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, WILL RESULT in death
or serious injury.
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• DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH
Read Owner/Operator Manual.
Figure2
across.
DO NOT operate on slopes
Go up and down slopes, not
over 10°.
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Never direct discharge toward
other people. Thrown objects
can cause injury. Remove
objects that could be thrown by
the blade.
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Look down and behind before
and while backing.
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Keep children out of work area
and under watchful care of a
responsible adult.
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NEVER CARRY CHILDREN.
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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.
2. DANGER! ROTATING PARTS
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.
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Keep people away from unit
_ while operating.
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Shutoffengine,removekey,
orrepairunit.
readmanualbeforeyouadjust
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NO STEP! Always keep feet
_--_ away from rotating parts.
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3. WARNING!
Do not operate mower unless guards are in
operating position or bagger is attached.
Always stand clear of discharge
,_ area.
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Do not operate mower unless
bagger is attached or guards
are in operating position.
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4. HOT SURFACES!
DO NOT touch parts which
are hot from operation.
ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
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5. ROTATING PARTS
rotating parts.
AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of
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6. DANGER!
rotating parts.
AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of
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SAFETY RULES
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 and/or 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
Determine which attachments are needed
and can be used safely.
Inspect unit before each use for: missing or
damaged decals and shields, correctly
operating safety interlock 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 operating
along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away.
Keep children out of work area and under
watchful care of a responsible adult.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets,
and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or
floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough
terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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.
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.
Read the entire Owner/Operator manual and
other training material. If the operator or the
mechanic cannot read the manual, it is the
owner's responsibility to explain it to them.
Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
Only trained adults may operate or service
unit. Training includes actual operation.
Local regulations may restrict the age of the
operator.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on
or near unit. Be alert and shut off unit if
children enter area.
NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation
requires your complete and unimpaired
attention at all times.
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DONOTwearlooseclothingorjewelryand
tiebackhairthatmaygetcaughtinrotating
parts.
Wearadequateoutergarments.
NEVERwearopensandalsorcanvasshoes
duringoperation.Wearadequatesafetygear,
protectiveglovesandfootwear.
Wearproperfootweartoimprovefootingon
slipperysurfaces.
Alwayswearsafetygogglesorsafetyglasses
withsideshieldswhenoperatingmower.
Movingpartscancutoramputatefingersora
hand.Wrapblade(s)orwearglovesto
service.Onmultiblademowers,rotationof
onebladewillcauseallbladestorotate.
NEVERplaceyourhandsoranypartofyour
bodyorclothinginsideornearanymoving
partwhileunitisrunning.
ALWAYSkeephandsandfeetawayfromall
rotatingpartsduringoperation.Rotatingparts
cancutoffbodyparts.
ALWAYSkeepbodyandhandsawayfrom
pinholesornozzleswhichejecthydraulic
fluidunderpressure.
DONOTtouchpartswhicharehot.Allow
partstocool.
ALWAYSkeephandsandfeetawayfromall
pinchpoints.
Fumesfromtheengineexhaustcancause
deathorseriousinjury.DONOTrunenginein
anenclosedarea.Alwaysprovidegood
ventilation.
Read,understand,andfollowallinstructions
inthemanualandonthemachinebefore
starting.Understand:
Howtooperateallcontrols
Thefunctionsofallcontrols
HowtoSTOPinanEmergency
Brakingandsteeringcharacteristics
Turningradiusandclearances
Keepsafetydevicesorguardsinplaceand
functioningproperly.NEVERmodifyor
removesafetydevices.
Donotoperatewithouteitherentiregrass
catcherorthedischargeguardinplace.
Stopenginebeforeremovinggrasscatcheror
uncloggingchute.
EnsureSafetyInterlockSystemisfunctioning
properly.DONOToperateunitifsafety
interlockisdamagedordisabled.
Startandoperateunitonlywhenseatedin
operator'sposition.Steeringcontrollevers
mustbeinneutral,PTOdisengagedand
parkingbrakesetwhenstartingengine.
Usecarewhenapproachingblindcorners,
shrubs,treesorotherobjectsthatmay
obscurevision.
Dust,smoke,fog,etc.canreducevisionand
causeanaccident.Mowonlyindaylightor
goodartificiallight.
Avoidslipperysurfaces.Alwaysbesureof
yourfooting.
DONOTmowonwetgrass.Reduced
tractioncouldcauseslidingandeffectthe
machine'sstability.
Watchfortrafficwhenoperatingnearor
crossingroadways.
Nevercarrypassengers.
DONOTtrytostabilizethemachineby
puttingyourfootontheground.
Neverdirectdischargetowardspersonsor
propertythatmaybeinjuredordamagedby
thrownobjects.Useextremecautionon
gravelsurfaces.
Alwaysstandclearofthedischargearea.
ALWAYSdisengagePTO,stopunitand
engine,removekey,engageparkingbrake
andallowmovingpartstostopbeforeleaving
operator'sposition.
NeverengagePTOwhileraisingattachment
orwhenattachmentisinraisedposition.
DONOToperateattoofastarate.DONOT
changeenginegovernorsettingsorover-
speedengine.Slowdownbeforeturning.
DONOToperateinreverseunlessabsolutely
necessary.ALWAYSlookdownandbehind
beforeandwhilebacking.
Stopandinspectequipmentifyoustrikean
objectorifthereisanunusualvibration.
Repair,ifnecessary,beforerestarting.Never
makeadjustmentsorrepairswiththeengine
running.
Mowerbladesaresharpandcancutyou.
Wraptheblade(s)orweargloves,anduse
extracautionwhenservicingthem.NEVER
weldorstraightenmowerblades.
Rotationofoneblademaycauserotationof
theotherblades.
Takeallpossibleprecautionswhenleaving
unitunattended.Shutoffengine.Remove
wirefromsparkplugandsecureitawayfrom
sparkplug.
ALWAYSremovekeytopreventunauthorized
use.
Know the weight of loads. Limit loads to those
you can safely control and the unit can safely
handle.
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DisengagePTOwhenattachmentisnotin
use.ALWAYSturnoffpowertoattachment
whentravelling,crossingdriveways,etc.
Mowupanddownslopes,notacrossthem.
DONOToperateonslopesofmorethan17
degrees.
UseofaRolloverProtectionSystem(ROPS)
isrecommendedforslopeoperation.See
AttachmentsandAccessories.
Alwayswearaseatbeltwhenoperatingunit
usingaRolloverProtectionSystem(ROPS).
Keepallmovementsontheslopeslow and
gradual. Do not make sudden changes in
speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on the slope. If tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
If you cannot back up a slope or you feel
uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO NOT park on slopes unless necessary.
When parking on slope always chock or block
wheels. Always set parking brake.
Use a slow speed. Tires may lose traction on
slopes even though the brakes are
functioning properly.
Do not bypass transmission when on a slope.
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 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 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.
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.
Reverse connections may result in sparks
which can cause serious injury. Always
connect positive (+) lead of charger to
positive (+) terminal, and negative (-) lead to
negative (-) terminal.
ALWAYS disconnect negative (-) cable FIRST
and positive (+) cable SECOND. ALWAYS
connect positive (+) cable FIRST, and
negative (-)cable SECOND.
Explosive Gases from battery can cause
death or serious injury. Poisonous battery
fluid contains sulfuric acid and its contact with
skin, eyes or clothing can cause severe
chemical burns.
No flames, No sparks, No smoking near
battery.
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ALWAYSwearsafetyglassesandprotective
gearnearbattery.Useinsulatedtools.
DONOTTIPbatterybeyonda45°anglein
anydirection.
ALWAYSkeepbatteriesoutofreachof
children.
Batteryposts,terminalsandrelated
accessoriescontainleadandlead
compounds,chemicalsknowntotheStateof
Californiatocausecancerandreproductive
harm.Washhandsafterhandling.
ALWAYSblockwheelsandknowalljack
standsarestrongandsecureandwillhold
weightofunitduringmaintenance.
Releasepressureslowlyfromcomponents
withstoredenergy.
NEVERattempttomakeanyadjustmentsto
unitwhileengineisrunning(exceptwhere
specificallyrecommended).Stopengine,
removekeyorsparkplugwireandwaitforall
movingpartstostopbeforeservicingor
cleaning.
Checkparkingbrakeoperationfrequently.
Adjustandserviceasrequired.
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ALWAYSmaintainunitinsafeoperating
condition.Damagedorwornoutmufflercan
causefireorexplosion.
Maintainorreplacesafetyandinstruction
labels,asnecessary.
NEVERstoreunitwithfuelinfueltank,inside
abuildingwhereanyignitionsourcesare
present.
Shutofffuelandallowenginetocool
completelybeforestoringinclosedareaor
coveringunit.
Cleangrassanddebrisfromunit,especially
fromaroundmufflerandengine,tohelp
preventfires.
Forextendedstorage,shutofffuelandclean
unitthoroughly.Seeenginemanualforproper
storage.
Lowercuttingdeckunlessapositive
mechanicallockisused.
Useonlyattachmentsoraccessories
designedforyourunit.
Checkallhardwareatregularintervals,
especiallybladeattachmentbolts.Keepall
hardwareproperlytightened.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
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Read and understand entire
Safety section before proceeding.
UNIT ASSEMBLY
Package Contents:
Unit,Mower Deck and Literature Pack
Preparation Checklist
Refer to the Owner/Operator manual as
required.
1. Unpack Unit - Remove shrink wrap and
packaging materials.
2. Remove Unit From Container - Open
Bypass Valves (dump valves) (See
Moving the Unff with the Engine Off on
page 15).
Push unit from container onto a level
surface. Close the bypass valves.
3. Tires - See Specifications on page 32.
GB-9
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive
A
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.
4.Seat-SeeSeat Adjustments on
page 13 and Service Position on
page 18.
5. Position Steering Levers - Remove
eccentric spacers and rotate steering
levers to the operating position. Reinstall
spacers. Tighten hardware securely.
See Aligning the Steering Levers
(Figure 14) on page 23.
2 1
3
1. Steering
Levers
2. Seat
Figure 3
6. Battery - Remove battery from unit and
charge (See Battery on page 21 ).
7. Check Engine Crankcase - Check and
add oil if needed. See Engine Manual for
specifications.
8. Fill Engine Fuel Tank - Add clean fuel to
the fuel tank.
NOTE: See engine manual for fuel type.
Mounting
Hardware
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9. Hardware - Check for loose hardware.
10. Check Safety Interlock System - Check
to see that the interlock system operates
correctly (See Safety Interlock System
on page 12).
WARNING: FAILURE OF
INTERLOCK together with
improper operation can result in
severe personal injury.
11. Lubrication - Lubricate all fittings per
maintenance label under seat and check
hydrostat oil level (See Ariens does not
recommend jump-starting your unit.
Jump-starting can damage engine and
electrical system components. See your
engine manual for more detailed
information, on page 22).
12. On 60-inch Decks: Remove the
discharge chute from the transport
position and place the discharge chute
in the operating position.
13. Level Deck - Check unit to ensure deck
level set at factory has been maintained
(See Leveling the Mower Deck on
page 28).
14. Check Function of all Controls- Ensure
unit runs and performs properly.
WARNING: FAILURE OF
_, CONTROLS could resultin death
or serious injury.
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1. Fuel Tanks and Caps
2. Steering Levers
3. Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
4. Ignition Switch
5. Hour Meter
6. Throttle Lever
7. Choke Control
8. Power Take Off (PTO) Switch
Figure 4
9. Battery
10. Fuel Shut Off Valve
11. Mower Lift Pedal
12. Mower Deck
13. Mower Lift Lock
14. Seat Adjustment Lever
15. Parking Brake
16. Bypass Valve Lever
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