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1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS 
INJURY OR DEATH

Read the operator’s manual.

Wear hearing and eye 
protection while operating.

Keep children and others 

away from unit while operating.

Never direct discharge 
toward other people. Thrown 
objects can cause injury.

Go across slopes, not up and 
down.

Look down and behind before while 
backing.

Never carry children.

Go across slopes, not up and down.

Avoid sudden turns.

Keep safety devices (guards, shields, 
switches, etc.) in place and working.

Check interlock system per manual 
before use. Understand location and 
function of all controls.

Never allow operation by untrained 
persons.

Disengage PTO, stop unit and engine 
and set parking brake before making 
any inspections, repairs, etc.

2. HOT SURFACES!

DO NOT touch parts which 
are hot from operation. 
ALWAYS allow parts to cool.

SAFETY RULES

Read, understand and follow all safety 
practices in Owner/Operator Manual before 
beginning assembly. Failure to follow 
instructions could result in personal injury 
and/or damage to unit.

ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and 
disconnect wire from spark plug before 
assembly. Unintentional engine start up can 
cause death or serious injury.

Complete a walk around inspection of unit 
and work area to understand:

Work area

Your unit

All safety decals

ALWAYS check overhead and side 
clearances carefully before operation.

ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating 
along streets or curbs.

Keep children and people away.
Keep children out of work area and under 
watchful care of a responsible adult.

Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, 
and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury. 

Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or 
floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough 
terrain.
Avoid slippery surfaces. ALWAYS be sure of 
your footing.
Keep a firm hold on the handlebar. Walk, 
NEVER run.

DO NOT operate on wet grass.

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Read the operator's manual.   Ware hearing and

eye protection while operating.   Keep children
and others away from unit while operating.  
  Never direct discharge toward other people. 
Thrown objects can cause injury.   Look down 
and behind before and while backing.   Never 
carry children.   Go across slopes, not up and 
down.   Avoid sudden turns.   Keep safety 
devices (guards, shields, switches, ect.) in 
place and working.   Check interlock system per 
manual before use. Understand location and 
function of all controls.  Never allow operation 
by untrained persons.   Discharge PTO, stop 
unit and engine, set parking brake and remove 
key before making any inspections, repairs, etc.

   Leer el manual del operador.   Usar protector de oido y ojo 
cuando se opera la maquina.   Mantener los ninos y a todos 
alejados de la maquina cuando esta en funcionamiento.   Nunca 
dirija la descarge hacia otras pesonas, ya que los objetos 
lanzados pueden provocar lesiones.   Mirar hacia abajo y 
atras antes y durante retroceso.   Nunca monte a los ninos.   
   Suba y baje pendientes, no transversalmente.   Evite cruzar de 
improviso.   Si la maquina se detiene subiendo cuesta, desactive 
la cuchilla y baje lentamente.   Mantenga artefactos de seguridad 
(defensas, protectores, interruptores, etc.) en su lugar de trabajo. 
   Antes de usar verifique en el manual el sistema de engranar. 
   Tenga conocimiento de las funciones y localizacion de todos 
los controles. Nunca permita que alguien no entrenado operar la 
maquina.   Desactivar la TDF/PTO, detener la unidad, apagar el 
motor, accionar el freno de manoy quitar la llave antes de realizar 
cualquier inspeccion, reparacion, etc.

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Summary of Contents for Rapid M 985403

Page 1: ...ENGLISH 08615600A 4 09 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRAN AIS Owner Operator Manual Manuel Du Propri taire Utilisateur Model 985403 Rapid M...

Page 2: ...t disponibles chez votre revendeur Rendez vous chez votre revendeur ou allez sur le site www ariens com pour consulter la liste des langues disponibles pour votre quipement Les manuels imprim s dans d...

Page 3: ...whether regarding warranty property damage personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts NOTE To locate your nearest Gravely dealer go to www gravely com on the int...

Page 4: ...nted or sold ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal l...

Page 5: ...docks ramps or floors Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain Avoid slippery surfaces ALWAYS be sure of your footing Keep a firm hold on the handlebar Walk NEVER run DO NOT operate on wet grass 0867...

Page 6: ...ing parts Keep children and people away from unit during operation Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area Always provide good ventilation When operat...

Page 7: ...uel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until...

Page 8: ...and all other components from shipping container Open bypass valve see Hydraulic Bypass Valve on page 13 Push unit from container onto a level surface Close bypass valve Install Tires Safely raise and...

Page 9: ...t the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly Heat can cause an increase in air pressur...

Page 10: ...5 Operator Presence Lever 6 Parking Brake Clutch Lever 7 Fuel Shut Off Valve 8 Recoil Starter Handle 9 Choke Control 10 Handlebar Height Adjuster 11 Hydraulic Bypass Valve 12 Handlebar 13 PTO Shaft 1...

Page 11: ...h is disengaged OPERATION WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding WARNING Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or...

Page 12: ...take off PTO switch engages and disengages the PTO Pull the power take off PTO switch to On position to engage 2 Push the power take off PTO switch to Off position to disengage 1 IMPORTANT The engine...

Page 13: ...ated prior to engaging the PTO Installing Attachments NOTE Some attachments will require the two wheel tractor attachment adaptor kit 78510700 1 Clean dirt and debris from the attachment and PTO socke...

Page 14: ...reset push in the PTO switch and then pull the PTO switch to engage the PTO IMPORTANT With the parking brake clutch disengaged the engine must not start and the engine must shut off if the operator re...

Page 15: ...efficiency Should engine service be required it can be obtained from a Gravely Dealer or the engine manufacturer s authorized service center Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit The follow...

Page 16: ...ee SPECIFICATIONS on page 19 for correct tire pressure Clean Unit Clean unit of dirt and debris Do not use solvents hard cleaners or abrasives NOTE Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax Fo...

Page 17: ...storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel stabilizer container To treat the fuel system for storage 1 Add fuel stabilizer Ariens part n...

Page 18: ...operator presence lever 2 Release parking brake clutch lever 3 Reset PTO by pushing in the PTO switch and then pulling out on the switch Unit does not drive 1 Parking brake clutch engaged 2 Transmiss...

Page 19: ...d Maximum mph km h 4 6 5 Reverse Maximum mph km h 2 3 Brakes Mechanical Parking Brake Electrical Starter Recoil Power Take Off Electric PTO Clutch Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Transmission Ty...

Page 20: ...labor will be provided free of charge for as long as the original purchaser owns the product Three Year Limited Warranty on Deck Spindles Mower deck spindles are warranted to the original purchaser f...

Page 21: ...mproper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered by this warranty This warranty applies only to products purchased in the United States including Puerto Rico and Canada In a...

Page 22: ...GRAVELY 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 1072 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407 www gravely com...

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