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Ariens Contractor 996126, Operator'S Manual

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Owner/Operator Manual

04380300   8/11

Printed in USA

Models

996126 – Contractor 2WD
996148 – Contractor 4WD

Contractor

ENGLISH

Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty.

Summary of Contents for Contractor 996126

Page 1: ...ntractor 2WD 996148 Contractor 4WD Contractor ENGLISH Gasoline containing up to 10 ethanol E10 or up to 10 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether is acceptable for use in this machine The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 or 10 MTBE will void the product warranty ...

Page 2: ...ty period will be honored whether or not the product registration card is returned Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit Customer Note If the Dealer does not register your product please fill out sign and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to www ariens com on the internet UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts The replacement of any ...

Page 3: ...e to unit or attachment PRACTICES AND LAWS Practice usual and customary safe working precautions for the benefit of yourself and others Understand and follow all safety messages Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor moderate or serious injury or death Learn applicable rules and laws in your area including those that may restrict the age of the operator REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINI...

Page 4: ...D Figure 2 1 2 3 5 6 10 11 13 9 12 8 7 4 Do not operate vehicle without guards in place Always wear seat belts Drive very slowly when turning Always use brakes when going down a slope Reduce speed on rough or hilly ground Never attempt wheelies jumps or other stunts ...

Page 5: ...pendages inside vehicle at all times do not operate vehicle in a dangerous manner When ascending or descending hills travel slowly travel straight up and down and avoid turning if possible Use caution and slow down when approaching wet loose slippery surfaces or unfamiliar terrain Avoid sudden stops starts turns or direction so as not to shift your load endanger your passengers or lose control of ...

Page 6: ...ition and installed properly Remove build up of grease oil or debris Remove all tools and unused parts from the unit before operation Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy Keep emergency numbers for doctor ambulance hospital and fire department near phone Wear Protective Equipment Wear protective clothing and equipment Wear clothing a...

Page 7: ...e A spark will ignite battery fumes Wear a face shield when charging or jumping a battery Follow all battery safety rules outlined in this manual Avoid battery acid spills Do not get battery acid on eyes face or other body parts Flush eyes and other body parts immediately with water for at least 15 minutes if battery acid has gotten on them This product is equipped with an internal combustion type...

Page 8: ...zard materials Never stop or park over combustible materials Keep grass and brush from collecting on and around engine and muffler parts Be aware of cargo shifting when stopping or moving Make sure all cargo is properly secured and tied down Injury could result from loose cargo Avoid sudden stops starts and turns Always make sure vehicle pathway is clear of all objects when backing up Know locatio...

Page 9: ...and damages water born habitat If you must cross do it at a point where banks are not steep and proceed at a slow and steady speed Do not travel in water that is higher than the bottom wheel lug nuts Water higher than the bottom wheel lug nut can damage the brake system and get the drive belt wet stalling the vehicle However intermittent stream crossings where depth of water briefly comes into con...

Page 10: ...tor s Platform For Maximum Operator Passenger Comfort 8 Gallon Fuel Tank For Extended Operating Range 58 Overall Width at Rear Tires For Maximum Stability Cargo Bed with Power Lift For added convenience and maximum productivity Full Bench Seat More Spacious Seating Wide Range Of Accessories To Meet Individual Customer Needs Enclosed CVT For enhanced stream crossing capability Auto Lock Differentia...

Page 11: ... in forward and reverse positions or service brake released Unit should not start Check engine oil level at the dipstick Add oil as indicated in Engine Oil and Oil Filter on page 28 if oil is at or below the add mark on the dipstick Do not overfill or plug fouling will occur Check differential oil level at the differential oil plug Add gear lube as indicated in OIL LEVEL CHECK on page 28 Check fue...

Page 12: ...le is positioned on level surface 8 Hour Meter Indicates number of hours to the nearest 1 10 of an hour the vehicle has run IMPORTANT Hour meter continues to run if ignition switch is on position and engine not running ALWAYS turn ignition switch to the OFF position when the engine is not running Switches and Accessories 1 Ignition Switch Starts and stops engine Vertical position is off Turn switc...

Page 13: ...Drive or the engine will stop Floor Pedals 1 Brake Pedal Applying pressure to brake pedal while releasing pressure on the accelerator pedal will slow down and or stop vehicle Do not rest foot on the pedal unnecessarily while in motion to avoid premature brake wear 2 Accelerator Pedal Changes engine rpm and vehicle ground speed Press down on the accelerator pedal to increase speed and release press...

Page 14: ... passenger Make sure seat is fully lowered and seat belts are properly fastened when operating the vehicle 1 Seat Belt The seat belt is the belt that extends from the retractor when pulled across the lap to be buckled It is located on the left side of the driver s seat and right side of the passenger s seat 2 Buckle Both operator and passenger buckles are located in the middle It secures the seat ...

Page 15: ...tion It is not necessary to remove the connections to the tailgate 2 Remove 1 4 hex bolts item 2 and tailgate pivots item 7 from cargo bed on both sides 3 Support tailgate and release tailgate lock lever item 1 on both sides and remove gate from cargo bed 4 Replace flat washers and cotter pins in tailgate cable for storage CAUTION Always load front of cargo bed first and back last Never load back ...

Page 16: ...shed performance Fuel Quality The normal shelf life of gasoline from the time it leaves the refinery is about 30 days Unused gas that is stored too long can oxidize and break down causing formation of gum and varnish deposits in carburetors needle valves jets and venturis This stops or chokes off flow of proper fuel air mixture Draining the tank or running the engine until the tank is empty can re...

Page 17: ... a signal fire and a compass Plan Traveling Gear 1 Check the short and long range weather forecast and take protective gear and clothing to cover all conditions Take or wear appropriate eye and head protection gloves boots long sleeve shirt long pants jacket rain gear dry socks and full change of dry clothing 2 Plan for the best and worst of environmental conditions 3 Pack a first aid kit sun bloc...

Page 18: ...water crossings dry out the brake linings and drive belt by slightly accelerating the engine rpm while riding the brakes momentarily until full drive power and braking are restored Forward momentum and power may be lost if water gets into the sealed torque converter and drive belt through the enclosure s vents Always remove the CVT drain cap to drain any water that may have entered the enclosure R...

Page 19: ...E Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Operation Daily Every 100 Hrs Every 300 Hrs Every 500 Hrs Every 6 Mos Every Year Refer to Page Check Engine Oil level 2 X 28 Check Tire Pressure X 20 Clean Engine and Exhaust 9 X 24 27 Inspect All Nuts and Bolts for Tightness X 20 Check and Clean Area Around Engine Air Intake X 25 Check Fuel Line Hoses Clamps Tank for Leaks X X 24 Check Wheel Lug Nuts Torque 73 8...

Page 20: ... tires have the correct air pressure Check air pressure in all four tires before each use Visually inspect tires for loss of air throughout each day of operation See Tire Inflation Chart below for correct tire pressure Tire pressure may be increased to accommodate additional cargo load Maximum tire pressure is noted on tire side wall WARNING Read and observe all safety warnings in this manual and ...

Page 21: ...ing fast or carrying heavy loads may cause shock absorbers to bottom out making the ride rough The mounting position of the rear shocks is adjustable to increase or decrease firmness of ride Typically they are set soft for slow speeds and light loads Fast speeds and heavy loads require a firmer setting Adjust rear shock absorber position as follows 1 Refer to Lifting the Vehicle on page 21 for ins...

Page 22: ...gher holes when installing a larger battery Always follow manufacturer s maintenance safety storing and charging specifications Figure 13 1 Rear Shock Absorber 2 Upper Rear Mounting Hole 3 Upper Front Mounting Hole 1 2 3 Figure 14 1 Fuse Box 2 Seat 3 Fuse Location Diagram 2 1 3 WARNING Acid can cause serious injury to skin and eyes Avoid skin contact with battery acid and always wear eye protectio...

Page 23: ...tem components required to meet EPA and or CARB regulations that will only function properly when the fuel tank has been filled to the recommended level Overfilling may cause permanent damage to evaporative emissions control system components Filling to the recommended level ensures a vapor gap required to allow for fuel expansion Pay close attention while filling the fuel tank to ensure that the ...

Page 24: ...debris including dirt trash and oil Make sure engine surface and cooling fins are clean Check engine compartment often for cleanliness when traveling over areas that produce high amounts of airborne combustible materials Refer to the engine manual for all maintenance recommendations Drive Belt Replacement Replace drive belt when it shows signs of severe cuts tears excessive weather checking cracki...

Page 25: ... mm above aluminum hub when measuring parallel to the cam incline 4 Replace all cam shoes if there is less than 1 16 1 6 mm clearance between aluminum housings Contact your nearest Ariens vehicle dealer for replacement assistance Engine Air Filter Maintenance NOTE Do not operate engine with a damaged air filter or without an air filter element Dirt will enter engine causing dust ingested engine pr...

Page 26: ... each filter inspection can prematurely produce dust ingested engine problems A partially dirty air filter element is not harmful to the engine as long as the air flow to the engine is not restricted The air filter element should be changed before it becomes too dirty and restricts air flow to the engine hindering its performance Replace air filter element immediately should this happen Engines th...

Page 27: ...p position before working on the parking brake 1 Park vehicle on a level surface Do not work under or around a vehicle parked on an incline 2 Set shift selector in Neutral 3 Chock front and back of rear wheels 4 Secure cargo bed in the up position 5 Turn ignition switch off and remove key 6 Ensure that parking brake lever is fully released position 7 Remove hex bolt and nut item 1 retaining parkin...

Page 28: ...l level Transfer Case Four Wheel Drive Only 2 5 1 cm from the top of the fill hole to the oil level Front Differential Four Wheel Drive Only 1 4 64 cm from bottom of fill opening 4 Add correct lubricant if needed do not overfill 5 Replace fill cap and tighten securely CHANGING OIL Warm oil drains faster and more completely than cold oil Drain used oil while it is still warm as follows 1 Park vehic...

Page 29: ...ll Remove cap and add DOT 3 fluid to the reservoir through the wheel well with a squeeze bottle and tube inserted into the reservoir Fill to line on reservoir See SPECIFICATIONS on page 35 Figure 22 1 Transfer Case Oil Check and Fill Plug 2 Transfer Case Oil Drain Plug Transfer case must be removed from vehicle to access drain plug 1 2 Figure 23 1 Check and Fill Plug 2 Drain Plug 3 Breather Hose O...

Page 30: ...iens Dealer 5 Thoroughly lubricate vehicle according to lubrication instructions LUBRICATION on page 28 6 Lift and support vehicle to take weight off the tires Ensure jack stands are of sufficient capacity See Lifting the Vehicle on page 21 NOTE Do not deflate tires 7 Clean battery and battery posts Remove battery or protect from freezing temperatures Occasionally recharging battery during storage...

Page 31: ...lug Fuel solenoid is stuck See Engine Manual Air intake restrictor upstream of air cleaner is missing or incorrectly installed Replace or correctly install air intake restrictor Throttle cable is defective or out of adjustment Clean and oil throttle cable Replace worn or damaged cable Engine knocks Engine speed is set too low See your Ariens dealer Fuel is stale or dirty Replace fuel with new fuel...

Page 32: ...ve Replace battery Crankshaft is broke See your Ariens dealer Shift Selector is malfunctioning Foot feed throttle spring is loose or broken Reattach disconnected foot feed spring Replace defective spring Throttle cable is sticking Clean and oil throttle cable Replace worn or damaged cable Engine idle return spring is loose or broken Reattach disconnected engine idle spring Replace defective spring...

Page 33: ...hould toe in a total of 0 1 8 less at the front than at the back Damaged frame steering or suspension parts Inspect thoroughly and repair before operating vehicle Steering play is excessive Pinion shaft is improperly attached Realign pinion shaft Pinion shaft is loose Tighten pinion shaft bolts Tie rod ends are loose Align and tighten tie rod ends Vehicle speed does not reach 25 MPH Throttle cable...

Page 34: ...Guard Kit Black 79613300 Rear Boot Guard Kit Black 79613500 Kit Skid Plate Black 79614000 Lift Motor for 60 Snow Plow 79617900 Kit Turf Tires Set of 4 79615700 Seat Belt Kit Mid Bench 79616000 Back up Alarm Kit 79616100 Back up Light Kit 79619000 Kit Gear Grips 2 with Bracket 79619100 Kit Utility Gear Rail 79619200 Kit Gear Rail Bracket 79619800 Kit Rhino Grip Single with Bracket 79619300 Kit Rhin...

Page 35: ...argo Bed Capacity 1000 lbs 454 kg Rear Parking Brake Mechanical handle centered below bench seat Maximum Tongue Weight 100 lbs 45 4 kg Brake Type Front Hydraulic disc Rear Hydraulic drum Max Towing Capacity 1000 lbs 453 6 kg Steering Type Rack Pinion Wheel Base 78 198 cm Steering Wheel Dia 15 38 1 cm Tread Center Front 46 5 115 6 cm Frame Construction Tube channel Tread Center Rear 47 5 120 7 cm F...

Page 36: ...hart below details special exceptions to this warranty Warranty Code Product Group Warranty Period Consumer Use Warranty Period Commercial Use PA Log Splitters Brushes String Trimmers Edgers 3 Years 90 Days PB Professional Powered Brushes 3 Years 1 Year PC Tillers 2 Years 90 Days PD Vacuums Blowers Sweepers Truck Loaders Lawn Rakes Sprayers Aerators etc 1 Year 1 Year SA Professional Sno Thro 3 Yea...

Page 37: ...d by this warranty Use of gasoline blends exceeding 10 ethanol voids any and all warranties Products are designed to the specifications in the area that the product was originally distributed Different areas may have significantly different legal and design requirements This warranty is limited to the requirements in the area in which the unit was originally distributed Ariens Company does not war...

Page 38: ...special or consequential damages including lost profits Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY Ariens Company makes no warranty express or implied other than what is expressly made in this warranty If the law of your state provides that an implied warranty of merchantabil...

Page 39: ...small off road equipment to an authorized Ariens service representative as soon as the problem exists The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact Ariens Company Technical Service Center at 1 920 756 2141 Defects Warranty Requirements a The warranty period begins on the date ...

Page 40: ...er must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a authorized Ariens service representative 7 Throughout the evaporative emission control system s warranty period set out in subsection b 2 the Ariens Company must maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expect...

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Page 42: ...Ariens 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 920 756 4688 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com ...

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