Rear-Engine RiderAriens 927061,063,065 Gravely 927060, 062, 064Service Manualr01610500 8/03 Printed in USA
4.2 SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM4.3 FILLING FUEL TANKAWARNING: Safety interlock failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injur
4.4 GENERAL LUBRICATIONWARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can p
IntervalAction25 Hours or Every SeasonCheck Battery Lubricate UnitClean Air Filter^Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see Cleaning Battery and
Figure 61. Guide Arm2. Rear Link3. PTOBelt4. Electric Clutch Connector5. Mower Deck6. Front GuideDisconnect Front Guide Hereton a level surface,
4.7 MOWER DECK PITCH ADJUSTMENTAdjust on a level surface, with tires inflated to correct air pressure, and mower lift lever in the middle position.NOT
1. Deck Lift Rod2. Trunnion3. Bottom ClipFigure 124.9 LEVELING THE 40-INCH MOWER DECKAdjust on a level surface with tires inflated to the correct
4.12 ANTISCALP ROLLER ADJUSTMENTIMPORTANT: Antiscalp rollers prevent lawn scalping. DO NOT use antiscalp rollers to set cutting height. Adjust all ant
I4.15 REAR WHEEL AND HYDRO DRIVEWhen the unit is turned off and the parking brake is engaged, the unit should not roll, If the unit
SECTION 5 - ENGINE5.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate engine problems and give possible causes and
r5.2 CHECKING ENGINE OILCheck the engine oil daily prior to use.IMPORTANT: Never operate the engine with the oil below the low mark on the dipstick.
TABLE OF CONTENTSSection 1 - Introduction...1-31.1 The Manual...
5. Remove the electrical wiring from the engine (charge lead, starter cable, fuel solenoid lead, and magneto kill wire).6. Remove fuel line from eng
cSECTION 6 - DRIVE TRAIN6.1 HYDRO TRANSMISSION TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate hydro transmission problem
6.2 TRANSAXLE FLUID RECOMMENDATIONSThe fluids used in the transaxie has been carefully selected, and only equivalent or better products should be us
t1. Snap Ring 6. Neutral Switch Plugs2. Dump Valve Rod 7. Front Support3. Tension Spring8. Square Key4. Brake Linkage Trunnion9. Yoke5. Drive Linkage
SECTION 7 - MOWER DECK7.1 PTO BELT REPLACEMENT Remove1. Lower mower deck to the ground.CAUTION: Use care when releasing idler spring tension.
7.3 MOWER BLADE REPLACEMENTrCAUTION: Mower blades are sharp and can cut you. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
7.6 40-INCH MOWER SPINDLE REPAIRTo repair the blade spindles (Figure 25):1. Remove the mower deck from the unit.2. Remove spindle cover.3. Remove
7.7 40-INCH MOWER REPLACE THE ELECTRIC CLUTCH (FIGURE 25)Remove1. Remove the mower deck from the unit.2. Remove drive belt by depressing the idler
SECTION 8 - FUEL SYSTEM»8.1 FUEL SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate fuel system problems and give pos
SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION1.1 THE MANUALThe purpose of this manual is to provide complete instructions for service, maintenance, disassembly, repair, a
Any time fuel contamination is found in the fuel system (dirt, water algae, etc.) replace the fuel, fuel filter and flush the fuel lines. Remove the c
SECTION 9 - FRONT SUSPENSION9.1 STEERINGThe steering, steering links, and spindle weldments require only minor maintenance (Figure 27).Check mo
9.2 REPLACE STEERING PINION AND GEAR (FIGURE 27)Remove1. Remove steering wheel by punching out roll pin.2. Slide tube and plugs off steering shaft.
SECTION 10 - ELECTRICAL10.1 TOOLSThere are some specialized tools and test equipment that are needed for electrical repair work. A brief description o
Voltage MeasurementThere are two basic rules to be remembered when using a voltmeter. A voltmeter measures the voltage difference between the test lea
IMPORTANT: When distilled water is added to battery during freezing weather, battery must be charged to mix water with electrolyte, or water will rema
IMPORTANT: Charging at higher rates will damage the battery and cause excessive gassing and acid spewing.10.4 SWITCHES2.Jump StartingThe unit used fo
Ignition SwitchNOTE: Refer to the wiring diagram of the unit involved to determine switch functions and test using the methods descr
functioning) or the device is open and is therefore defective. Use an ohmmeter to check for continuity.10.7 DIODES AND RECTIFIERSDiodes are solid sta
10.8 CONTINUITY DIAGRAMModel 927061, 063, 065The diagrams below show the various states of connection for electrical components. The solid
SECTION 2 - SAFETYWARNING: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the safety instructio
10.9 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMModel 927061,063,0651. Clutch Switch6. Light (optional)2. Diode7. 25 Amp Fuse3. Switch8. Relay4. Key Switch9. Solenoid5. Light S
10.10 WIRING DIAGRAMSModels 927061, 063, 065,060, 062, 064 - START/ ^TRANSMISSION NEUTRAL SWITCHREAR PARKING BRAKE SWITCH10-41
Models 927061,063, 065, 060, 062,064 - RUN PTO OFFENGINEIREGULATORMAGNETO KILL66551 134 4WHITE / BLACK______rBLACKHEADLIGHT {IP_Q] LT.BLUE qN^POSITIVE
Models 927061,063, 065, 060, 062,064 - RUN PTO ONTRANSMISSIONNEUTRALSWITCHREAR PARKING BRAKE SWITCHA,_____,BFUSE25A BLACK10-43
Models 927061,063, 065, 060, 062, 064 - OFFTRANSMISSIONNEUTRALSWITCHREAR PARKING BRAKE SWITCHi10-44
#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 rotatin
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 secu
2.6 CLEANING AND STORAGEIMPORTANT: Never spray unit with water or store unit outdoors to help prevent sealed bearing rust or corrosion. Water can see
SECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 927061/927060 927063/927062927065/927064Description 1028 12321440Engine ManufacturerBriggs & StrattonEngine
SECTION 4 - GENERAL MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS4.1 CONTROLS AND FEATURESWARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before
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