Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for use in this machine. The use of any gas
10KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to famil
11Fig. 6HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TORTO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6)Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is
12TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11)Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutt
13Fig. 13TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of yo
14CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of a
15OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing
16MAINTENANCE➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRO
17MAINTENANCEBLADEBLADE BOLT (SPECIAL)CENTER HOLESTARMANDREL ASSEMBLYFig. 16Fig. 17TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te na
18V-BELTSCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belt
19SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug ty
2SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersDANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS.
20MAINTENANCEWASHOUT PORTNOZZLE ADAPTERHOSEDECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 23)Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part o
21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parkin
22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest
23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary
24TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then
25TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 38)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains
26REPLACING BATTERY (See Fig. 40)WARNING: Do not short battery ter mi- nals by allowing a wrench or any other object to contact both terminals at the
27STORAGEImmediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more.WARNING: Never
28TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in
29TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety pr
3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the
3015 DEGREES MAX.FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINETHIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPEONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL,NOT ACROSS HILLSUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE
31LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-rials an
Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110-10721-877-257-6920www.ariens.comWARNINGThe engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals kn
4SAFETY RULES ...2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...4CUSTOMER RESP
5Steering WheelSteeringWheelSeat(1) SeatSteering BootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapterKey(s)Slope Sheet(1) Hex Bolt(1) Lock Washer (1) Large
6ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and
7ASSEMBLYNOTE: You may now roll your tractor off the skid. Follow the instructions below to remove the tractor from the skid. WARNING: Before start i
8CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cut
9These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET A
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