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.

WARNING: HOT SURFACES can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT TOUCH parts which are hot from operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

 

 

 

 

 

Before

25 Hours 50 Hours

100 Hours

Service Performed

 

Each

 

or

 

Use

 

 

 

 

Annually

Check Engine/Blade Control

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Check Wheel Drive Control

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Clean Unit

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Check Engine Oil

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Check Mower Blade

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Check Fasteners

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Check Wheel Drive Belts (2)

 

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Check Blade Drive Belt

 

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General Lubrication

 

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Clean Air Filter

 

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Change Engine Oil & Filter

 

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Check Muffler

 

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Replace Spark Plug

 

 

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After first 5 Hours of operation

CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE (ENGINE/BLADE) CONTROL

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

CHECK WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL

The unit must stop quickly and completely

when the control is released. Adjust or repair if necessary. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT on page 32.

CLEAN UNIT

Before each use clean unit, use a brush to clean recoil guard, all control linkage and muffler guard of debris. See engine manual for instructions. Clean oil, grease or fuel spills to prevent fires.

CHECK ENGINE OIL

IMPORTANT: Maintain proper oil level at all times or engine damage will result.

Check the level of the engine crankcase oil before each use.

Make sure engine is level when checking oil. See engine manual for instructions.

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