2.For engines with a primer, push primer bulb 2 or 3 times for a cold engine.

NOTE: It is unnecessary to prime or choke a warm engine.

3.With engine/blade control held against the handlebar, grasp starter handle and pull rope slowly until it pulls harder. This is the compression stroke. Let rope rewind slowly.

4.Pull rope with rapid continuous full arm stroke to start engine. Allow rope to rewind slowly.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT let starter handle snap against bracket.

5.Repeat steps 4 and 5 until engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to Troubleshooting.)

Shut Off

1.Release wheel drive control and allow unit to stop completely (self-propelled models).

2.Release engine/blade control.
Mowing Tips
Cut grass when it is dry. Keep mower blades sharp.Do not set cutting height too low. For tall grass, mow twice.Do not mow too fast.

Discharge clippings into areas already cut. Vary cutting pattern with each mowing.

NOTE: To prevent dirt and grass from collecting on mower pan, avoid operating over bare ground with only patches of grass.

Mulching Tips

For best mulching performance, cut no more than 1 inch (2.54 cm) of grass per cutting.

MAINTENANCE

CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.

Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine require service, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

NOTE: Some working conditions (heavy loads, high ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne debris) may require more frequent service.

See engine manual for further maintenance and troubleshooting information.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Service PerformedBefore

25

100

 

Each

 

 

 

 

Use

 

 

 

Check Engine/Blade

•

 

 

 

Control

 

 

 

 

Check Wheel Drive

•

 

 

 

Control

 

 

 

 

Check Grass Bag

•

 

 

 

Clean Unit

•

 

 

 

Check Engine Oil

•

 

 

 

Check Mower Blade

•

 

 

 

Check Drive Belt

•

 

 

 

Check Fasteners

•

 

 

 

Check Air Cleaner

 

 

•

 

Change Engine Oil

 

•

*•

 

General Lubrication

 

 

 

Check Spark Plug

 

 

 

•

Check Engine

 

 

 

•

Cooling

 

 

 

 

Check Muffler

 

 

 

•

*After first 5 Hours of operation

CHECK ENGINE/BLADE

CONTROL

The engine and blade must stop within 3 seconds after releasing the control. If the engine and blade continue to run, adjust or repair control immediately. See Service and Adjustments.

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