Gravely Ariens 815134, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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Accessories
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for wheel
weights or counterweights
Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts, when necessary.
Use only Ariens Company-recommended attachments
that are appropriate to your use and can be used safely
in your application.
Batteries
Avoid electric shock. Objects contacting both battery
terminals at the same time may result in injury and unit
damage. DO NOT reverse battery connections.
Reverse connections may result in sparks which can
cause serious injury. ALWAYS connect positive (+) lead
of charger to positive (+) terminal, and negative (-) lead
to negative (-) terminal.
ALWAYS disconnect negative (-) cable FIRST and
positive (+) cable SECOND. ALWAYS connect positive
(+) cable FIRST, and negative (-) cable SECOND.
Explosive gases from battery can cause death or
serious injury. Poisonous battery fluid contains sulfuric
acid and its contact with skin, eyes or clothing can cause
severe chemical burns.
No flames, No sparks, No smoking near battery.
ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective gear near
battery. Use insulated tools.
ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of children.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Service
The use of non-genuine replacement parts or
accesories could adversely affect machine operation
and safety.
Any replacement bag should be checked to ensure
compliance with the original manufacturer's
recommendations or specifications.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as
necessary.
Keep unit free of debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills.
ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack stands are
strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during
maintenance.
Release any pneumatic or hydraulic pressure from
components slowly.
NEVER attempt to make any adjustments to unit while
engine is running (except where specifically
recommended). Stop engine, remove key and spark
plug wire and wait for all moving parts to stop before
servicing or cleaning.
Lower cutting deck unless a positive mechanical lock is
used.
Allow engine to cool before servicing.
Moving parts can cut or amputate fingers or a hand. On
multiblade mowers, rotation of one blade will cause all
blades to rotate.
NEVER weld or straighten mower blades.
NEVER make adjustments or repairs with the engine
running.
Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
ALWAYS keep body and hands away from pin holes or
nozzles which eject hydraulic fluid under pressure.