Owner/Operator ManualManuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
Model
911160 – LM21 Classic911182 – LM21 Classic911183 – LM21S Classic911184 – LM21SW Classic
Walk Behind Lawn Mower
04056700 2/10
Printed in USA
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
Page 1: ...perator Manual Manuel Du Propri taire Utilisateur Model 911160 LM21 Classic 911182 LM21 Classic 911183 LM21S Classic 911184 LM21SW Classic Walk Behind Lawn Mower 04056700 2 10 Printed in USA ENGLISH F...
Page 2: ...IS Des manuels dans diff rentes langues sont disponibles chez votre revendeur Rendez vous chez votre revendeur ou allez sur le site www ariens com pour consulter la liste des langues disponibles pour...
Page 3: ...r any claims or damages whether warranty property damage personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer go to www ariens com on...
Page 4: ...than the original purchaser will use the unit ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation SAFETY WARNING This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and...
Page 5: ...ibility to explain it to them Only the user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries occurring to themselves other people or property ALWAYS remove key if equipped and disconnect wire...
Page 6: ...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 before start...
Page 7: ...ver fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling When practical remove gas powered equ...
Page 8: ...unit remove fuel and battery if equipped Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer or truck Ensure all wheel blocks jack stands and tie downs will support unit during maintenance Rep...
Page 9: ...ee FILLING THE FUEL TANK on page 14 5 Connect spark plug wire 6 Check the engine blade control feature Try starting the engine without the engine blade control held against the handlebar Engine must n...
Page 10: ...Guard 10 Oil Fill Dipstick 11 Cutting Height Levers 2 Rear Wheel Adjusters 2 Front Wheel Adjusters 12 Primer Bulb 13 Air Filter 14 Side Discharge Cover 15 Side Discharge Deflector 16 Mulchmaster Plug...
Page 11: ...rn engine over CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WARNING Improper operation can lead to injury Learn what the controls do and how they work Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual CAUT...
Page 12: ...eight adjuster pin into the holes that match the desired cutting height and fasten with key ring Figure 6 To change rear wheel cutting height move cutting height levers one notch at a time to set the...
Page 13: ...t To drive forward Slowly squeeze and hold wheel drive control against handlebar To stop Release wheel drive control Swivel Wheel Lock 911184 To hold wheel straight 1 Push swivel wheel lock forward 2...
Page 14: ...entage of alcohol or ether Fuel Stabilizer Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate resulting in gum deposits in the system These deposits can damage...
Page 15: ...ith hose and allow to dry To Side Discharge 1 Shut off unit 2 Remove grass bag 3 Install Mulchmaster plug see below 4 Remove side discharge cover and keep hardware 5 Attach side discharge deflector to...
Page 16: ...he compression stroke Let rope rewind slowly 5 Pull rope with rapid continuous full arm stroke to start engine Allow rope to rewind slowly IMPORTANT DO NOT let starter handle snap against bracket 6 Re...
Page 17: ...ting information 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...
Page 18: ...lace if necessary NOTE Blades should be sharpened and balanced professionally Contact your Ariens Dealer To remove blade 1 Stop engine wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect spark plug wire...
Page 19: ...evel must be maintained at all times or engine damage will result DO NOT overfill Be sure engine is level when adding oil GENERAL LUBRICATION Swivel Wheels 911184 See Figure 13 Use Mix Hi Temp Grease...
Page 20: ...2 Set the right rear wheel to its lowest cutting height and the left rear wheel to the third cutting height This position provides clearance between friction disc and drive sheave 3 Remove belt from...
Page 21: ...s no slack in cable 4 Tighten lower cable nut to 3 mm below bracket Release z bend bracket 5 Tighten upper cable nut until bracket is secure between cable nuts 6 Engage engine blade control Measure di...
Page 22: ...sh or the rear wheels drag increase the gap between the friction disc and aluminum drive plate 2 With the engine on the mower should start moving as soon as the wheel drive control begins to pull on t...
Page 23: ...ers may become loose with normal wear If the speed control rod does not stay firmly in position adjust the speed control bell crank See Figure 19 To adjust 1 Remove cover fully compress the helical sp...
Page 24: ...n storing unit for extended periods of time remove all fuel from tank and carburetor run dry Refer to engine manual Fuel System Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabiliz...
Page 25: ...ise cutting height 2 Allow grass to dry 3 Mow slower Mower does not bag clippings 1 Grass bag is overfilled 2 Mulching plug is installed 1 Empty grass bag and do not allow it to overfill 2 Remove mulc...
Page 26: ...lug 21540800 911182 183 184 Blade 01137000 Drive Belt 07217100 Friction Disc 03248300 ACCESSORIES See your authorized Ariens Dealer to add these optional accessories 71102400 Dethatcher 71102700 Mulch...
Page 27: ...0 9 179 10 6 173 10 9 179 Cylinder Bore Aluminum Cast Iron Aluminum Engine Oil Type See Engine Manual Crank Case Capacity Oz Liter 23 0 7 23 0 7 23 0 7 23 0 7 Oil System Forced Splash Forced Splash Sp...
Page 28: ...d Lawn Mowers 21 inch walk behind lawn mowers labeled or designated by Ariens as a Professional Commercial prod uct put to any business use agricultural commercial or industrial are warranted to the o...
Page 29: ...requires repair is not covered by this warranty This warranty applies only to products purchased in the United States including Puerto Rico and Canada In all other countries contact place of purchase...
Page 30: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 1072 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com...
