Ariens A21A42 Specifications

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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 gasoline exceeding 10%
ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty.
581 91 92-27 (21548292) 11.21.12
Printed in the U.S.A.
ENGLISH
Operator Manual
AUTOMATIC TRACTOR
Models
A21A42 42" Automatic Tractor
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Page 1 - AUTOMATIC TRACTOR

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

Page 2 - SAFETY RULES

10KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to famil

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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

Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

Page 5 - UNASSEMBLED PARTS

13Fig. 13TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of yo

Page 6 - ASSEMBLY

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

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15OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

Page 8 - ✓CHECKLIST

16MAINTENANCE➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRO

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17MAINTENANCEBLADEBLADE BOLT (SPECIAL)CENTER HOLESTARMANDREL ASSEMBLYFig. 16Fig. 17TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te na

Page 10 - OPERATION

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

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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

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2SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On MowersDANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS.

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20MAINTENANCEWASHOUT PORTNOZZLE ADAPTERHOSEDECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 23)Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part o

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21SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parkin

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22SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest

Page 16 - MAINTENANCE

23SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary

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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

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25TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 38)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains

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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

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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

Page 21 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

28TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in

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29TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety pr

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3SAFETY RULESSafe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers• Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the

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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

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31LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-rials an

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Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110-10721-877-257-6920www.ariens.comWARNINGThe engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals kn

Page 27 - CYLINDER(S)

4SAFETY RULES ...2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...4CUSTOMER RESP

Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING

5Steering WheelSteeringWheelSeat(1) SeatSteering BootSteeringExtensionShaftSteering WheelAdapterKey(s)Slope Sheet(1) Hex Bolt(1) Lock Washer (1) Large

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6ASSEMBLYYour new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and

Page 30 - NOT ACROSS HILL

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

Page 31 - LIMITED WARRANTY

8CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cut

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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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