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
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Check | • |
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Control |
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Check Wheel | • |
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Drive Control |
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Check Grass | • |
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Bag |
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Clean Unit | • |
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Check Engine | • |
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Oil |
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Check Mower | • |
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Blade |
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Check Drive | • |
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Belt |
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Check | • |
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Fasteners |
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Check Air |
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Cleaner |
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Change |
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Change |
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Engine Oil |
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Filter |
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General |
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Lubrication |
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Check Spark |
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Plug |
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Check Engine | • |
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Cooling |
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Check Muffler |
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*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.
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