Ariens 936027 (Sierra 1640H Twin) Specifications

Owner/Operator Manual Models 936022 - 1340G936023 - 1540H936024 - 1548H936025 - 1648H Twin936026 - 1540H936027 - 1640H Twin 03669800C 05/00Sup

Operation (Continued)8Throttle/Choke• Throttle/Choke lever controls engine speed (to increase, push up-to decrease, pull down) and activates choke (pu

Operation (Continued)Parking BrakeCAUTION: Before leaving operatorsposition, engage parking brake andlock.• Parking Brake is provided to prevent tract

IMPORTANT: When starting engine, in belowfreezing temperatures (32 degrees F or below), in itsdisconnect position, allow engine to warm up, thenslowly

Operation (Continued)11NOTE: This product is equipped with an internalcombustion engine. DO NOT use on or near anyunimproved, forest covered or brush

12Operation (Continued)• Turn clockwise (right turn) when beginning to mow large, open areas. This discharges clippings away from borderline objects (

13Lubrication and Maintenance Your dealer will provide any service which may berequired to keep tractor operating at peak efficiency.Should engine or

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)14Changing OilIMPORTANT: Change oil after first 2 hours ofoperation. Thereafter change oil every 25 hours ofope

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)15Fuel FilterWARNING: Gasoline is flammable andmust be handled with care. DO NOTallow open flame, matches or sm

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)16Every 25 hours or each week check electrolyte levelof each cell by removing battery cover. Theelectrolyte lev

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)17The steering system, front axle and wheels,brake/clutch shaft support and pivot points should belubricated ev

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Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)18Mower Drive Belt (Figure 11)WARNING: Stop engine, remove keyand remove wire from spark plug beforeattempting

Lubrication and Maintenance (Continued)19Loosen hardware securing belt fingers at idler andpulleys, depress clutch/brake pedal and remove beltfrom idl

Adjustments20Adjustments should be made by your dealer. Yourdealer has the knowledge and tools to properlyperform adjustments which may be required to

Adjustments (Continued)21Steering • If looseness is noticed in steering system, check hardware for tightness and wear points for excessive wear. (Repl

Adjustments (Continued)22Mower Level (Side to Side)WARNING: Stop engine, remove key,wait for moving parts to stop andremove wire from spark plug befor

Adjustments (Continued)23Mower Attachment Lift• Depress thumb pin and move attachment lift lever to rear for maximum cutting height (4”).Depress thumb

24StorageCleaning and StorageIMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with water or storeunit outdoors to aid in prevention of rust or corrosion.Water can seep int

Trouble Shooting251. Starter will not operate when the ignition key is turned to the “S” position.Fwd-Rev lever in “FORWARD”/”REVERSE”positionPTO enga

Specifications26Model No. 936022 936023 936026/936024Description Name Sierra 1340G Sierra 1540H Sierra 1540H/1548HLength 68.25” 68.25” 68.25”Height 41

Specifications (Continued)27Model No. 936025/936027Description Name Sierra 1648H/1640HLength 68.25”Height 42.00”Width 52.00”Wheel Base 46.00”Actual We

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AccessoriesEnhance your Tractor with these accessories71099700 Sno-Thro Slicer Bar73600900 Rear Mounted Weight Box73600100 Mulching Kit 40”73600200 Ti

292 Year Limited WarrantyAriens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufacturedby Ariens Company will be free from defe

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Safety PrecautionsSafe Operation Practices For Ride-OnMowersThis cutting machine is capable of amputating handsand feet and throwing objects. Failure

Safety Precautions (Continued)Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires losetraction, disengage mower clutch and proceed slowly straight down th

Safety DecalsFigure 1: Safety Decals10°MAXOT0012(Gear Only)1A B C3A B C D E224.Safety Precautions (Continued)G

510°MAXABCDEFGHA. Attention:Your safety is involved!B. Read Owner/Operator Manual.C. Keep people away from unit while operating.D. Look down and behin

Controls and Features0771803611211131461. Fuel Tank Fill2. Clutch/Brake Pedal3. Attachment Lift Lever4. Throttle/Choke Lever5. Head Light Switch6. Tra

OperationHoodTo open the hood, push the hood latch located insidethe center of grille to the left. To prevent possibledamage, do not slam the hood to