Ariens 911413 warranty

NEVER allow children to use or service mower.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.

ALWAYS keep hands away from pinch points. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.

ALWAYS protect eyes, face, and body with adequate safety gear and protective clothes. Wear sturdy footwear, gloves, a hard hat and safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields while operating mower.

Wear appropriate hearing protection. NEVER operate mower barefoot or when wearing open sandals or canvas shoes. NEVER wear loose clothes, long hair or jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts. ALWAYS stand clear of discharge when operating unit.

NEVER direct discharge toward bystanders. Operator is responsible for bystander safety. DO NOT touch hot parts. Allow parts to cool. Keep safety devices or guards in place and functioning properly. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Understand:

•How to operate all controls

•The functions of all controls

•How to STOP in an emergency. DO NOT attempt to start your engine until you know what the controls do and how they work.

DO NOT tilt mower when starting it. Keep feet away when starting engine.

DO NOT start the engine or operate mower without side discharge cover or side discharge deflector installed.

Never leave a running unit unattended. Take all possible precautions when leaving unit unattended.

ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key (electric start models) and disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting or unauthorized use.

Stop engine if anyone enters the work area. NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while engine is running (except where specifically recommended). Stop engine, remove key (electric start models) and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing. DO NOT make cutting height wheel adjustments while the engine is running.

If you strike an object, or if equipment vibrates abnormally, stop engine at once, wait for moving parts to stop and disconnect wire from spark plug. Repair any damage before restarting unit.

Stop engine before removing and emptying grass bag.

When mulching or bagging, ALWAYS install discharge cover.

When side discharging, ALWAYS install side discharge deflector.

ALWAYS shut off engine, allow blade to stop and disconnect spark plug wire before clearing clogs or cleaning unit.

Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or deterioration. Replace only with Ariens original equipment replacement parts for safety.

To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or excessive lubricants.

Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which may obscure vision.

DO NOT mow at too fast a rate. DO NOT change engine governor setting or over- speed the engine.

Do not operate mower on gravel or loose material such as sand. Stop mower when crossing drives, walks, or roads to prevent damage or injury from thrown objects.

DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Look down and back, especially for small children, before and while moving backwards.

On self-propelled models, releasing wheel drive control must stop mower’s forward movement. If this feature fails to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and repair before using unit.

On self-propelled models, wheel drive must be disengaged when starting engine. NEVER leave unit unattended on a slope. Chock wheels if parking on a slope.

Mow across the face of slopes, never up and down. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.

This product is equipped with an internal combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near any unimproved, forest or brush covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrestor, if used, must be maintained in effective working order by the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or engine manufacturer’s service center.

Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Handle with care. Use only an approved gasoline container with an appropriately sized dispensing spout.

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