3
Controls & Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Service & Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read
your manuals. If used improperly, this unit could be
dangerous and cause personal injury or property
damage. The contents will provide you with safety
instructions for the safe use of your unit during normal
operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from
operator standing in operation position and facing the
direction of forward travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering replacement parts
or making service inquiries, know
the Model and Serial numbers of
your unit.
Numbers are located on the product
registration form in the unit literature
package. They are printed on a
serial number label, located on the
frame of your unit.
• Record Unit Model and Serial number here.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
The Ariens/Gravely dealer must register the product at
the time of purchase. Registering the product will help
the company process warranty claims or contact you
with the latest service information. All claims meeting
requirements during the limited warranty 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 or
www.gravely.com.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of
any part on this vehicle with anything other 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 warranty, property
damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use
of unauthorized replacement parts.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes
to, and add improvements upon its products at any time
without public notice or obligation. The descriptions
and specifications contained in this manual were in
effect at printing. Equipment described within this
manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be
applicable to your unit.
DELIVERY
Customer Note:
If you have purchased this product
without complete assembly and instruction by your
retailer, it is your responsibility to:
1. Read and understand all assembly instructions in
this manual. If you do not understand or have
difficulty following the instructions, contact your
nearest Ariens or Gravely Dealer for assistance.
Make sure all assembly has been properly
completed.
NOTE:
To locate your nearest Ariens or Gravely
Dealer, call 1-800-678-5443 or go to www.ariens.com
on the internet.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the
manuals.
3. Review control functions and operation of the
unit. Do not operate the unit unless all controls
function as described in this manual.
4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance
and adjustments.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Transfer
model & serial
number label
from product
registration
here.
WARNING:
Improper assembly or
adjustments can cause serious injury.
© Copyright 2003 Ariens Company
