Ariens 912 User Manual

A SAFETY MESSAGE AThe product for which you have requested information or replacement parts is not a current product. The replacement models incorpora

Operation (Continued)Rewind StarterGrasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulis harder, this is the compression stroke, let rop

Operation (Continued)DeDressing Clutch Pedal beyond clutching WIpoint will activate brake.ACAUTION: If unit rolls backward down a hill or slope, with

Operation (Continued)A new lawn has much softer blades of grass and has a higher moisture content. It is important for this type of iawn to be cut wi

Lubrication and MaintenanceAriens dealers will provide any service which ^ may be required to keep your riding mower operating at peak effi

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)Lubrication and Maintenance ScheduleHours of Operation/Time intervai Service RequiredEvery 5 Hours Or DailyEver

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)Remove the air cleaner cover by loosening “ screws and turning cover counterclockwise and remove it from base.D

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)IMPORTANT: When distilled water is added to battery during freezing weather, it must be charged to mix wa

^ Mower Belt ReplacementLubrication and Maintenance (Continued)AWARNING: Stop engine, remove key, wait for moving parts to stop and remove wire from

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)With Speed Selector in neutral “N”, remove five cap screws holding friction wheel to hub. (If necessary,

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)Mower Pan RemovalACAUTION: When adjusting, replacing or moving mower blade or mower belt, remove key from

A Message to Ariens Customers ...Welcome to the world of Ariens equipment. We are pleased that you have purchased the best equipment availabie. The

AdjustmentsArieris Company recommends that you have adjustments made by your Ariens dealer. He has tools and the know how to properly perform adjust

Adjustments (Continued)Check brake by turning both wheels at the same time, brake should just begin to drag on brake drum. If not, adjust

StorageYour authorized Ariens Dealer is trained and equipped to service your equipment. A periodic check up by your dealer will help

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ContentsModelsAdjustments... 18-19Controls and Features... ... 6Dealer Preparat

Safety Precautions (Continued)OperationKeep equipment in good condition. Keep aii shieids in piece and safety devices operating properiy.Operate

DecalsCAUTIONBefore starting engine be sure machine is in neutral and mower clutch is disengaged.CAUTION• Road operators manual• Keep shields In pla

Dealer Preparation for OperationCustomer Note: Your Ariens Dealer is expected to complete these preparation steps and review important informat

Dealer Preparation for Operaition (Continued)m Mower BeltMower belt tends to “seat-in” during first few hours of operation. Ariens recommends ad

Control and FeaMos1. Dipstick and Engine Oii Flii2. Rewind Starter3. Fuei Tank Fiii4. Speed Seiector5. Mower Clutch Lever6. Mowar Height Lever7.

OperationPRE-STARTINGCheck that engine crankcase oil is at proper level using dipstick. Fill or change per instructions in Lubrication and Mai