Ariens Pro-24 Brush Cutter Specifications download pdf (Page 15)

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CHECK PTO CLUTCH LEVER

The blade must stop within 3 seconds after

releasing this control lever. If the blade

continues to run, adjust or repair the control

components immediately. See PTO CLUTCH

CABLE ADJUSTMENT on page 17.

NOTE: If the blade makes a scraping sound

when the PTO lever is released, the blade

brake is faulty. Contact an Ariens Dealer

immediately for repair.

CHECK WHEEL DRIVE LEVER

The unit must stop quickly and completely

when control lever is released. Adjust or

repair if necessary. See Wheel Drive Lever

on page 12.

CLEAN UNIT

Before each use, use a brush to clean recoil

guard, all control linkage and muffler guard of

debris. See engine manual for instructions.

Clean oil, grease or fuel spills to prevent fires.

CHECK ENGINE OIL

IMPORTANT: Maintain proper oil level at all

times or engine damage will result.

Check the level of the engine crankcase oil

before each use.

Make sure engine is level when checking oil.

See engine manual for instructions.

CHECK FASTENERS

Check all fasteners for proper tightness. Pay

special attention to blade hardware and all

guards, shields and safety devices.

CHECK MOWER BLADE

Check blade mounting: blade must be secure

and bolt torqued to 187 – 253 lb-ft (254 –

343 N•m).

Check blade for nicks and dull cutting edges.

Sharpen if necessary.

Check blade for rounded or broken ends,

thinned metal or other damage. Replace if

necessary.

Remove Mower Blade

1. Place mower in the Service Position.

See SERVICE POSITION on page 17.

2. Block blade to prevent rotation.

3. Remove lock nut, flat washer, blade and

remaining flat washer from shaft.

Install Mower Blade

NOTE: Ensure blade air lift points upward.

See Figure 11.

1. Replace flat washer, blade, flat washer

and lock nut on shaft.

2. Torque lock nut to 187 – 253 lbf-ft (254 –

343 N•m).

3. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Service Performed

Before

Each Use

25 Hours 50 Hours

100 Hours or

Annually

Check PTO Clutch Lever •

Check Wheel Drive Lever •

Clean Unit •

Check Engine Oil •

Check Fasteners •

Check Mower Blade •

Check Drive Belts •

General Lubrication •

Check Muffler •

Clean Air Filter •

Check Engine Cooling •

Change Engine Oil *

Replace Fuel Filter *

Replace Spark Plug *

* Refer to engine manual for recommended intervals.

CAUTION: Mower blades are

sharp and can cut you. Wrap the

blades or wear gloves, and use

extra caution when servicing

them.

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