Ariens 915502 - 1540 Specifications download pdf (Page 26)

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2. Measure air gap between armature and

rotor.

• Minimum: A 0.005 in. feeler gauge

should slide between armature and

rotor with slight contact.

• Maximum: A 0.023 in. feeler gauge

should slide between armature and

rotor with slight contact.

Adjust air gap:

NOTE: Adjust air gap as evenly as possible.

1. Loosen gap adjustment nut closest to

inspection slot.

2. Slide a 0.012 in. feeler gauge between

armature and rotor.

3. Tighten gap adjustment nut until there is

a slight contact on feeler gauge.

4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each

inspection slot.

Test Electric Clutch

1. Start unit, engage and disengage PTO

two or three times.

2. Stop engine, set parking brake, remove

ignition key, and wait for all hot parts to

cool.

3. Recheck air gap between armature and

rotor. Adjust air gap if needed.

4. Retest mower blade stopping time:

• If mower blades stop in 5 seconds or

less, the electric clutch is functioning

correctly.

• If mower blades DO NOT stop in 5

seconds or less, the electric clutch

MUST be replaced. Contact your

Ariens Dealer.

Short Term Storage

IMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with

high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.

Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in

a clean dry area.

Inspect unit for signs of wear or damage.

Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened.

Long Term Storage

Follow all instructions under Short Term

Storage.

Remove and fully charge battery. Store in a

clean dry area.

Drain fuel from fuel tank.

Refer to Engine Manual for the proper engine

storage procedures.

Touch up all scratched or chipped paint

surfaces.

Figure 27

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1

3

3

2

1. Armature

2. Inspection Slot

3. Gap Adjustment

Nut

4. Air Gap

5. Electric Clutch

6. Rotor

5

4

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