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Ariens 911088 Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download Page 15

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CHECK DRIVE BELT

Check drive belt and replace if worn or
damaged. See

Drive Belt Replacement

on

page 16.

CHECK FASTENERS

Check all fasteners for proper tightness. Pay
special attention to blade hardware and all
guards, shields and safety devices.

CHECK AIR CLEANER

See engine manual for specific information.

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

IMPORTANT:

Change engine crankcase oil

after first five (5) hours of operation. Then
change oil after every 25 hours of operation.
Refer to engine manual for instructions and
proper oil type.

IMPORTANT:

Proper oil level must be

maintained at all times or engine damage will
result. DO NOT overfill. Be sure engine is level
when adding oil.

GENERAL LUBRICATION

Oil wheel pins and joints.

CHECK SPARK PLUG

Spark plug should be replaced every 100
hours of operation or each year.

NOTE:

Loose spark plug wire terminals can

cause sparking. Replace terminal if damaged.

CHECK ENGINE COOLING

To prevent overheating, air must circulate
freely around the cooling fins, cylinder head
and block.
Every 100 hours of operation or yearly (more
often if conditions require) remove blower
housing and clean cooling fins. See engine
manual for instructions.

CHECK MUFFLER

Check muffler for debris, cracks, wear, or other
damage.

1. Air Lift

Erosion Area

2. Cutting Edge

Figure 11

OA0014

2

1

DO NOT Sharpen to this Pattern

Sharpen to this Pattern

DISCARD if
more than
1/2 in.
(1.27 cm)

Figure 12

OA0013

Bolt

Mower

Blade

WARNING:

HOT SURFACES can

cause death or serious injury. DO
NOT TOUCH parts which are hot
from operation. ALWAYS allow parts
to cool.

CAUTION:

Replace worn out

mufflers immediately. Continued use
could result in fire or explosion.

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Summary of Contents for 911088

Page 1: ...alk Behind Lawn Mower 01240400 10 03 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Transfer model serialnumber label from product registration here Coller l autocollant du modèle et du numéro de série dans cet encadré Transferir aquí la etiqueta del modelo y número de serie del registro del producto ...

Page 2: ...e d amorçage 911088 091 10 Réservoir de carburant et bouchon 11 Déflecteur à paillis en option 12 Sac à herbe 13 Poignée du démarreur manuel ESPAÑOL 1 Control de la transmisión de la rueda 911091 097 2 Control del motor cuchilla 3 Control del acelerador 4 Selector de velocidad 911091 097 5 Manillares ajustables y plegables 6 Deflector de la descarga atrás 7 Palanca para el ajuste del manillar 8 Ll...

Page 3: ...orm in the unit literature package They are also printed on a serial number label located on the frame of your unit Figure 2 and Figure 3 Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here Record Engine Model Serial numbers here PRODUCT REGISTRATION The Ariens dealer must register the product at the time of purchase Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with t...

Page 4: ...ions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing Equipment described within this manual may be optional Some illustrations may not apply to your unit SAFETY ALERTS Look for these symbols to point out important safety precautions They mean Attention Personal Safety Is Involved Become Alert Obey The Message The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on ...

Page 5: ...someone other than original purchaser loaned rented or sold ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation Read understand and follow all safety practices in Owner Operator Manual before beginning assembly Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and or damage to unit ALWAYS disconnect wire from spark plug before assembly Unintentional engine start...

Page 6: ...ry 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...

Page 7: ...supply before starting engine DO NOT fill gasoline tank indoors when engine is running or while engine is hot Allow engine to cool several minutes before removing fuel cap DO NOT overfill Allow about 1 4 6 mm of tank space for fuel expansion Replace gasoline tank cap securely and clean any spilled fuel before starting engine If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately NEVER store fu...

Page 8: ...ch dashboard to the handlebars Hook flange on right side of dash around the handlebar Place the dash over the left side handlebar controls NOTE Make sure the engine blade control cable fits into notch in dashboard Align dashboard with holes in handlebar and secure with long panhead screw on the left side and the short panhead flange screw on the right side ASSEMBLY CAUTION AVOID INJURY Read and un...

Page 9: ...o its seats in the plastic frame Hook plastic lip over metal frame Secure metal frame to plastic frame with two screws 2 Install grass collector on unit Lift rear discharge deflector Align grass collector between handlebars Fit grass collector lip onto notch in mower deck Make sure there are no gaps between the collector and the mower deck Let rear discharge deflector rest on collector Figure 7 1 ...

Page 10: ...TING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Standard Models To change cutting height use the single cutting height lever Figure 9 OPERATION WARNING Improper operation can lead to injury Learn what the controls do and how they work Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding CAUTION Check function of Engine Blade Control regu...

Page 11: ...ver back 1 Wheel Drive Control 911091 097 NOTE Engine must be running for wheel drive to propel unit To drive forward Slowly squeeze and hold wheel drive control against handlebar To stop Release wheel drive control Fuel Shutoff Valve 911096 097 IMPORTANT The fuel shutoff valve MUST be in the closed position prior to transporting the unit Open the fuel shutoff valve to operate the unit Close the f...

Page 12: ...llector or mower pan Remove grass collector from mower wash bag with hose and allow to dry To Rear Discharge 1 Shut off unit 2 Remove grass collector 3 Lower rear discharge deflector To Mulch 1 Shut off unit 2 Remove grass collector 3 Lift rear discharge deflector and insert optional mulch plug 4 Lower rear discharge deflector EMERGENCY STOPPING To stop the mower in an emergency 1 Release the engi...

Page 13: ... 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 of grass per cutting 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 ma...

Page 14: ... rotation Remove hardware as shown Figure 10 Ariens recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional Contact your Ariens dealer Discard mower blade if Figure 11 more than 1 2 in 1 27 cm of metal is removed the air lift erosion area item 1 is eroded the mower blade is bent or broken Do not change angle of cutting edge item 2 or round the corner at the end of mower blade 2 Sharpen mower bl...

Page 15: ...PARK PLUG Spark plug should be replaced every 100 hours of operation or each year NOTE Loose spark plug wire terminals can cause sparking Replace terminal if damaged CHECK ENGINE COOLING To prevent overheating air must circulate freely around the cooling fins cylinder head and block Every 100 hours of operation or yearly more often if conditions require remove blower housing and clean cooling fins...

Page 16: ...nobs 2 Remove pins from hole in handlebar bracket 3 Place pins in holes to set desired handlebar height 4 Tighten wing knobs DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT self propelled models SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION AVOID INJURY Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding CAUTION Avoid fuel spills Follow steps below to help prevent fuel spills If fuel leaks into air cleaner replace air cleaner A...

Page 17: ...ulley 4 Put belt on engine pulley IMPORTANT Be sure the belt seats in pulley grooves 5 Tighten adjusting nut until there is 1 4 6 mm between the washer and transmission bushing as shown 6 Replace rear access door dust cap and grass catcher WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT self propelled models See Figure 15 and 16 To check 1 Remove grass catcher 2 Lift rear discharge deflector and support it open 3 ...

Page 18: ...er in a cool dry protected location Cleaning Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure water Brush off dirt and debris from all surfaces Touch up all scratched surfaces to prevent rust Inspection Inspect mower and repair or replace worn or damaged parts to avoid delays when beginning use again Regularly check all hardware and keep fasteners tight Know unit is in safe working condition ...

Page 19: ...e cutting height 2 Allow grass to dry 3 Mow slower Mower does not bag clippings 1 Grass collector is overfilled 2 Optional mulching plug is installed 1 Empty grass collector and do not allow it to overfill 2 Remove mulching plug Wheel drive does not engage Self Propelled models 1 Wheel drive control not engaged 2 Drive belt out of position 3 Drive belt worn or damaged 4 Wheel drive control cable d...

Page 20: ...d of Cutting Edge RPM min 1 3000 2900 Governed RPM 2900 100 2900 0 100 Displacement Cu In cc 12 197 9 8 160 Cylinder Bore Aluminum Engine Oil Type SAE 30 Crank Case Capacity Oz Liter 20 0 59 Oil System Splash Spark Plug Gap in mm 030 0 76 028 031 78 80 Fuel Type Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity qt Liter 1 6 1 5 1 2 1 1 Primer Bulb Standard N A Throttle Standard Air Cleaner Paper Element Starting Recoil...

Page 21: ...e warranted only for a period of twelve 12 months after date of purchase on a prorated basis For the first ninety 90 days of the warranty period a defective battery will be replaced free of charge If the applicable warranty period is more than 90 days Ariens Company will cover the prorated cost of any defective battery for up to twelve 12 months after the date of purchase The following items are n...

Page 22: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P O Box 157 Brillion WI 54110 0157 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com 71502242 1 ...

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