Ariens 988316, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Sharpen the Mower Blades
Figure 20.
1. Remove mower blade from unit.
Discard mower blade if:
• More than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) of metal is removed.
• Air lifts become eroded.
• Blade is bent or broken.
2. Sharpen mower blade by removing an equal amount of
material from each end of mower blade. DO NOT
change angle of cutting edge or round the corner of the
mower blade.
3. Check mower blade balance.
Slide mower blade on an unthreaded bolt. A balanced
blade should remain in a horizontal position. If either
end of mower blade moves downward, sharpen the
heavy end until blade is balanced.
4. Install mower blade(s) on unit (See Replace Mower
Blades on page 22).
Storage – Two Months or More
Check each item in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on
page 16, but do not add gasoline.
Clean the unit. Touch up all scratched painted surfaces.
IMPORTANT: Never spray unit with high-pressure water or
store unit outdoors. Store unit in a cool, dry, protected
location.
NOTE: Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pres-
sure water and lubricate (See GENERAL LUBRICATION on
page 18). Touch up all scratched painted surfaces. Do not
allow gasoline or oil to remain on any decals.
Engine
Refer to the engine manual to prepare the engine for
storage.
Battery
Remove battery and store in a cool, dry place.
CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blades
while on unit. An unbalanced mower blade will
cause excessive vibration and eventual
damage to unit. Check mower blade balance
before reinstalling blades.
NEVER weld or straighten bent blades.
STORAGE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine will not
start 1. Safety Interlock System is
preventing start.
2. Fuel tank is empty or fuel is
contaminated.
3. Air cleaner is clogged or damaged.
4. Safety Interlock System out of
adjustment or defective.
5. Dirty or damaged spark plug.
1. The engine will not start unless the key is in the On
position, the parking brake is On and the Power
Take Off (PTO) is Off.
2. Add fuel. If necessary, replace the fuel with clean,
fresh fuel.
3. Clean or replace the filter element. See engine
manual.
4. See your Dealer for repairs.
5. See Engine Manual.
Unit will not move
or mow when the
engine is running 1. Bypass valves left open.
2. Hydro pump belt or mower belt is
broken, worn, or off the pulleys.
3. Cold Start Disengage is engaged.
4. Parking brake is engaged.
1. Close bypass valves.
2. Check belts for wear, damage and correct position
on pulleys. Replace belts if worn or damaged. See
REPLACING HYDRO PUMP BELT on page 19.
3. Disengage Cold Start Disengage.
4. Disengage parking brake.