OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See figure 5 for all controls and features locations.
Safety Interlock System
WARNING: Safety interlock failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or serious injury.
Throttle Lever
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Fast (1) – Increases engine speed.
Slow (2) – Decreases engine speed.
Check system before each use to make sure it is functioning properly.
Perform the following tests to ensure the safety interlock system is working properly. If the unit does not perform as stated contact your Ariens dealer for repairs.
Test | Steering | PTO | Parking | Engine |
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1 | Neutral | Off | Engaged | Starts |
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2 | Neutral | On | Engaged | Doesn’t |
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3 | Neutral | Off | Disengaged | Doesn’t |
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4*+ | Out of | Off | Disengaged | Shuts |
| Neutral |
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5*+ | Neutral | On | Engaged | Shuts |
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*Test with engine running. + Operator lifts off seat.
Choke Control
Use to start a cold engine. Push the choke lever away from operator position to start a cold
engine. Pull the choke lever toward the operator position when the engine starts to run smoothly.
NOTE: Do not choke a warm engine.
Parking Brake
1Engages (2) and disengages (1) parking
brake.
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Ignition Switch
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Operate ignition switch with a removable key. Ignition switch has four positions: Stop (1), Headlight (2), Run (3), Start (4). See STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINE on page 16 for detailed instructions on how to start engine.
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Hour Meter
Press and release the toggle button to shift between different functions.
Press and hold the toggle button to reset the timer or clear a service message.
The hour meter has three functions:
Hour Meter: measures the amount of time the engine has been run. This time cannot be cleared.
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