Ariens 911183-LM21S Classic Specifications

Owner/Operator ManualManuel Du Propriétaire/UtilisateurModel911160 – LM21 Classic911182 – LM21 Classic911183 – LM21S Classic911184 – LM21SW ClassicWal

GB - 101. Engine/Blade Control2. Wheel Drive Control (911183, 184)3. Adjustable and Folding Handlebars4. Swivel Wheel Lock (911184)5. Grass Bag6. Rear

GB - 11CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee Figure 4 for locations.Engine/Blade ControlThe engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to start the en

GB - 12Standard ModelsTo change cutting height, move cutting height levers one notch at a time on each wheel to set desired height (Figure 5).NOTE: Ea

GB - 13Speed Control (self-propelled models)Speed control rod changes the mower’s forward travel speeds.Start mowing slowly and use speed control rod

GB - 14FILLING THE FUEL TANKGASOLINEIMPORTANT: ALWAYS use gasoline that meets the following guidelines:• Clean, fresh gasoline.• A minimum of 87 octan

GB - 15To Bag1. Shut off unit.2. Install side discharge cover.3. Lift rear door.4. Hook grass bag frame on mounting flange.5. Lower rear door. If nece

GB - 16EMERGENCY STOPPINGTo stop the mower in an emergency: 1. Release the engine/blade control.2. Release the wheel drive control (self-propelled mod

GB - 17Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engi

GB - 18CHECK WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL(Self-Propelled Models)The unit must stop quickly and completely when the control is released. Adjust or repair if nec

GB - 193. Check mower blade balance.Slide mower blade on an unthreaded bolt. A balanced blade should remain in a horizontal position. If either end of

GB - 2Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Controls and Features .

GB - 20SERVICE POSITIONPut unit into service position for easy access to underneath the deck.1. Place unit on a flat, level surface.2. Disconnect spar

GB - 21ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (911184)To adjust engine/blade control:1. Loosen cable nuts away from bracket.2. Squeeze z-bend bracket at engi

GB - 22WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (Self-Propelled Models)See Figure 16.NOTE: When the wheel drive control is disengaged, the gap between the frict

GB - 23To decrease the gap between the friction disc and the aluminum drive plate: 1. Loosen the upper cable nut on the wheel drive control cable, and

GB - 24IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors. Store mower in a cool, dry, protected location.CleaningClean unit

GB - 25TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start1. Fuel tank empty or low.2. Spark plug wire loose or off.3. Engine/Blade

GB - 26SERVICE PARTSAlways use genuine Ariens parts to keep your mower running like new. Description Part NumberAir Filter 21543500 (911160)Air Filter

GB - 27SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 911183 911184 911160 911182Description LM21S LM21SW LM21 LM21Length - in. (cm) 61.5 (156)Height - in. (cm) 38 (96.5)

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GB - 4SAFETY ALERTSLook for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:Attention!Personal Safety Is Involved!Become Alert! Obe

GB - 5SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONSALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety decals. Refer to Figure 2 for safety decal locations.1. DANGER! TO AVOID SER

GB - 6Keep away from drop-offs, ditches, or embankments that could cause operator to lose footing or control of unit.ALWAYS be aware of traffic when o

GB - 7DO NOT mow at too fast a rate. DO NOT change engine governor setting or over-speed the engine.Do not operate mower on gravel or loose material s

GB - 8Accidental engine start up can cause death or serious injury. Except where specifically recommended, ALWAYS stop engine, remove key (electric st

GB - 9CARTON CONTENTSASSEMBLY1. Unfold and adjust handlebar. See HANDLEBAR HEIGHT on page 20.NOTE: DO NOT bend the speed control rod (if equipped) whe