Ariens 911194 Operation, Controls And Features, STOP START and RUN, Cutting Height Adjustment

OPERATION

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

See Figure 4 for locations.

WARNING: Improper operation can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual.

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

Engine/Blade Control

CAUTION: Check function of Engine/Blade Control regularly. Improper function of control could cause injury.

The engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to start the engine and blade.

Engine/blade control feature on mower stops engine and blade within 3 seconds whenever operator releases handlebar. Check this feature frequently. If feature fails to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have it repaired before using unit.

STOP

START and RUN

Handlebar

Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable height. See HANDLEBAR HEIGHT on page 20.

Recoil Starter Handle

When pulled, handle will turn engine over.

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

DANGER: Avoid injury from rotating blade.

ALWAYS shut off engine before adjusting cutting height.

CAUTION: On self-propelled models, both rear wheels must be set at same height or traction drive may not work properly.

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