GB - 16
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let starter handle
snap against bracket.
6. Repeat steps 4 and 6 until engine starts.
(If engine does not start, see
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 23.)
Electric Start (911156)
Recoil may also be used to start the engine
(see Manual Start on page 15).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT start engine while the
charger is connected to wiring harness.
1. Check each item in the Before Each Use
section of the MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE on page 16.
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, turn the key to “Start”
position to crank engine and release key
when engine starts.
IMPORTANT: Do not run starter continuously
for more than fifteen seconds. If the engine
does not start after several attempts, refer to
TROUBLESHOOTING on page 23.
Shut Off
1. Release wheel drive control and allow
unit to stop completely (self-propelled
models).
2. Release engine/blade control.
3. Turn key to off position and then remove
key (electric start models).
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.
Mow with engine at full throttle. 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.
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.
After first 5 Hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Service Performed
Before
Each
Use
25
100
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
•
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