Ariens A19A42 Specifications

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

10SYSTEM CHARACTERISTICSThe cruise control should only be used while mowing or transporting on relatively smooth, straight surfaces. Other con di tion

11Fig. 12Fig. 11TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTSTow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacture

12CAUTION: 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

13OPERATIONMOWING TIPS• Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor.• Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing

14MAINTENANCE➀ General Purpose Grease➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section01965➁ ENGINE➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH➀ FRO

15MAINTENANCEBLADEBLADE BOLT (SPECIAL)CENTER HOLESTARMANDREL ASSEMBLYFig. 14Fig. 15TRACTORAlways observe safety rules when per form ing any main te na

16V-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

17CLAMPFUEL FILTERCLAMPFig. 18MAINTENANCEFig. 19• Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of all gasoline, oil, etc.• Protect painted surfaces with a

18SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSWARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS:• Depress brake pedal fully and set parkin

19SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTSEFCGQRDKGPBLMAIMPORTANT: CHECK BELT FOR PROPER ROUTING IN ALL MOWER PULLEY GROOVES.• Raise attachment lift lever to highest

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

20SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS• If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above.• Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary

21TO 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

22TO REMOVE WHEEL (See Fig. 33)• Block up axle securely.• Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal (rear wheel contains

23TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB• Raise hood.• Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill.• Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holde

24STORAGEImmediately 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

25TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONWill not start1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in

26TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged1. Faulty operator-safety pr

27LIMITED WARRANTYThe Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-rials an

2815 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

29NOTES

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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5Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with the exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes.Fig. 1Fig. 2ADJUST SEAT (

6CHECK TIRE PRESSUREThe tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cut

7These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning.DANGER, KEEP HANDSAND FEET A

8KNOW YOUR TRACTORREAD THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTORCompare the illustrations with your tractor to famili

9Fig. 4HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TORTO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 4)Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is