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5. Check Tires
Make sure all tires are properly inflated. (For
shipping purposes, the tires were overinflated at
the factory. See
Specifications
for proper air
pressure.)
6. Check Belts
Check mower and drive belts. Be sure they are
routed properly around pulleys and inside all belt
fingers.
7. Check Wiring
Make sure that all connections are secure and
wires are properly clamped.
While learning how to use your tractor, pay extra
attention to the following important items:
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Engine oil is at proper level.
•
Fuel tank is filled with fresh, clean, regular
unleaded gasoline.
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Become familiar with all controls – their location
and function. Operate them before you start the
engine.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Operator Presence System
Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence
switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the
operator to leave the seat, without first disengaging
attachment and placing the Steering Control Levers in
neutral, will shut off the engine.
The engine must shut off if the operator leaves the seat
while the Travel-Speed Control Levers are in any
position other than the "NEUTRAL LOCK" position, or
while the PTO Switch is in the "ON" position.
Do not operate tractor unless operator presence
system functions as described. Contact your Ariens
Dealer for repair.
Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is operated with a
removable key. To start the unit, the
switch is turned clockwise from the
"OFF" position to the "START"
position. The key will spring back to
the "RUN" position.
"OFF" Position:
Ignition system is shut down.
"RUN" Position:
All controls are operable.
"START" Position:
Starter turns over the engine.
To stop the engine, turn the key to the "OFF" position.
Choke Control (915022, 023)
When starting a cold engine:
Pull the choke control out to engage choke.
Push the choke control in after engine has warmed up
for about 10 seconds.
Parking Brake
To engage the Parking Brake, lift up on lever.
To disengage the Parking Brake, push lever down.
If one or both of the wheels do not turn easily, check
the brake to assure it is disengaged.
Parking Brake Interlock
Engine will shut off if control levers are taken out of
neutral lock with brake engaged.
Throttle Control (915022, 023)
Always operate engine at full throttle.
Moving the lever to the "FAST" position
increases the engine speed.
Moving the lever to the "SLOW" position
decreases the engine speed.
•
Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
•
Full throttle offers the best bagging
and mower performance.
Throttle / Choke Control (915013, 020, 021,
308)
Always operate engine at full throttle.
Place the lever in the "Choke" position to
start a cold engine.
Move the lever to the "FAST" position to
increase the engine speed.
Move the lever to the "SLOW" position to
decrease the engine speed.
•
Operating engine at less than full
throttle reduces the battery charging
rate.
•
Full throttle offers the best bagging
and mower performance.
OPERATION
CAUTION:
The operation of any tractor can
result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes,
which can cause severe eye damage. Always
wear safety glasses or eye shields while
operating your tractor or performing any
adjustments or repairs. We recommend a
wide vision safety mask over eye glasses, or
standard safety glasses.
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