ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
927046 - RM1028
927055 - RM1332
927056 - RM1330
02758400B 4/02
Supercedes 02758400,A
Printed in USA
Imperial
™
Rear-Engine Riders
Page 1: ...ENGLISH FRAN AIS ESPA OL Owner Operator Manual Models 927046 RM1028 927055 RM1332 927056 RM1330 02758400B 4 02 Supercedes 02758400 A Printed in USA Imperial Rear Engine Riders...
Page 2: ...on d huile moteur ESPA OL 1 Control del acelerador estrangulador 2 Palanca del embrague del cortac sped 3 Freno de mano 4 Pedal del embrague 5 Pedal del freno 6 Palanca de la altura del cortac sped 7...
Page 3: ...than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance durability or safety of this unit and may void the warranty Ariens disclaims liability for any claims or damages whether...
Page 4: ...Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached Ne jamais utiliser la tondeuse sans protecteur sur le canal d ejection ou sans le bac monte No operar segadora a meno...
Page 5: ...ional engine start up can cause death or serious injury OPERATIONAL SAFETY RULES Walk Around Inspection Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand Work area Your unit All sa...
Page 6: ...familiar with the instructions to operate the machine Training includes actual operation DO NOT operate at too fast a rate DO NOT change engine governor settings or over speed engine Slow down before...
Page 7: ...times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing immediately BATTERY SAFETY RULES Avoid Electric Shock Objects contacting both batte...
Page 8: ...warm up at 1 2 throttle setting It should not be necessary to choke a warm engine Ignition The Ignition Switch is operated by a removable Key It has three positions 1 Stop 2 Run 3 Start Electric Star...
Page 9: ...IMPORTANT Operating unit with Parking Brake and Latch engaged will damage brake band and friction wheel PRE STARTING Crankcase Oil Check that the engine crankcase oil is at proper level by setting dip...
Page 10: ...to mow safely achieve maximum performance from your unit and maintain the desired appearance of the lawn NOTE Clean mower pan after each use DO NOT allow grass clumps or a coating of grass and debris...
Page 11: ...edures Assure unit is secure and will not tip over Strap and clamp onto lift if used IMPORTANT When unit is tipped up onto its service bar undrained gasoline drawn into cylinder may wash cylinder wall...
Page 12: ...evel when adding oil Changing Oil IMPORTANT Change engine crankcase oil after first two 2 hours of operation Thereafter change oil every twenty five hours of operation more often in dusty dirty condit...
Page 13: ...ingers and idlers 4 Remove old belt and place new belt in position on mower and engine pulley 5 Position rear belt finger with 1 16 clearance between belt and finger secure rear belt finger to rear co...
Page 14: ...wer mower pan with Height Control lever Lowering mower pan down on blocks will relieve weight on linkage and make removal of pins easier 3 Remove hair pin and rear hanger pin from swivel bracket to di...
Page 15: ...d to negative terminal 8 Charge the battery at two and a half amps for ten hours or until all cells are gassing freely and the specific gravity is constant over three 30 minute intervals 9 Immediately...
Page 16: ...er inflation causes short tire life NOTE After checking and or inflating replace and tighten valve caps to prevent air loss SEAT Clean seat regularly using a vinyl cleaner not solvent Extreme temperat...
Page 17: ...wing adjustments on your unit yourself Ariens Company recommends that you call your dealer for answers to any questions that might arise Clutch and Brake Clutch and brake adjustments are dependent upo...
Page 18: ...so that front edge of lever is positioned in line with rear edge of forward notch of quadrant 3 Tighten belt just enough to prevent slippage under load Mower Clutch lever when tightening cap screw wil...
Page 19: ...same tip is at rear of mower pan Adjusting front lift link raises or lowers front of mower pan and changes both cutting height and pitch Figure 9 To adjust 1 Loosen jam nut on front link to allow for...
Page 20: ...debris only causing reduced component life Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight and know unit is in safe working condition Check all hardware at regular intervals Inspection Inspect unit for visible...
Page 21: ...Manual Engine electrical system trouble See Engine Manual Engine stops when PTO or Fwd Rev is engaged Operator presence seat switch not pressed Faulty seat switch Wiring to PTO switch incorrect The tr...
Page 22: ...13 HP Starting System Electric Fuel Tank Cap 2 84L 3 Qt Fuel Unleaded Idle RPM 1800 Governed RPM 3250 Crank Case Cap 1 66L 56 Oz Air Cleaner Paper Element Foam Precleaner Engine Oil Type SAE 30 Spark...
Page 23: ...2 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 th...
Page 24: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P O Box 157 Brillion WI 54110 0157 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407...
