Ariens 911413 - WAW 34 Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download

Page: 1 / 30

Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel du Propriétaire/Utilisateur

Model

911413 – WAW 34

(Serial No. 013000 and up)

Wide Area Walk Mower

04081400B 4/12

Printed in USA

ENGLISH

FRENCH

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.

Il est possible d'utiliser de l'essence contenant jusqu'à 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou 10% de MTBE

(éther méthyl-tertiobutylique) sur cette machine.
L'utilisation d'une essence contenant plus de 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la

garantie.

Summary of Contents for 911413 - WAW 34

Page 1: ...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 Il est possible d utiliser de l essence contenant jusqu à 10 d éthanol E10 ou 10 de MTBE éther méthyl tertiobutylique sur cette machine L utilisation d une essence contenant plus de 10 d éthanol E10 ou de 10 de MTBE annulent l...

Page 2: ...ens com pour consulter la liste des langues disponibles pour votre équipement Les manuels imprimés dans des langues différentes de l anglais sont également disponibles en téléchargement gratuit sur notre site Web http www ariens com THE MANUAL Before using the unit carefully and completely read your manuals The contents will give you an understanding of safety instructions and controls during norm...

Page 3: ...ages whether warranty property damage personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer go to www ariens com on the Internet DEALER DELIVERY Dealer should 1 Check that all assembly and adjustments have been properly completed 2 Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and return the card to Ariens Explain Ariens Limited Warr...

Page 4: ... than the original purchaser will use the unit ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation SAFETY WARNING This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents Operatio...

Page 5: ...07800404 05365900 1 Figure 2 1 2 3 4 1 2 1 DANGER DANGER Read and understand the operator s manual before operating unit 1 1 Dismemberment Hazard To avoid dismemberment hazard do not put hands near rotating blades To avoid dismemberment hazard do not put hands near moving belts Keep hands away from all rotating or moving parts Keep all guards and shields in place ...

Page 6: ... sharp and or quick turns DO NOT operate on slopes Look down and behind before and while moving backward 2 DANGER Discharge Hazard NEVER operate unit without discharge chute in operating position Thrown objects can cause injury or damage Do not operate mower unless all guards are in operating position or bagger is attached 3 DANGER Discharge Hazard NEVER direct discharge toward people pets or prop...

Page 7: ...an cause death or serious injury Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand work area your unit all safety decals Clear work area of stones sticks wire and foreign objects which might be picked up and thrown Tall grass can hide obstacles Know the work area Stay alert for holes rocks rough terrain and hidden hazards Keep away from drop offs ditches or embankments that cou...

Page 8: ...nning If you strike an object or if equipment vibrates abnormally stop engine at once wait for moving parts to stop and disconnect wire from spark plug Repair any damage before restarting unit Stop engine before removing and emptying grass bag When mulching or bagging ALWAYS install discharge cover When side discharging ALWAYS install side discharge deflector ALWAYS shut off engine allow blade to ...

Page 9: ...ter handling Charge batteries in an open well ventilated area away from spark and flames Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting battery Wear protective clothing and use insulated tools Accidental engine start up can cause death or serious injury Except where specifically recommended ALWAYS stop engine remove key electric start models wait for moving parts to stop allow parts to cool and...

Page 10: ...e the handlebar into the operating position 4 Replace the nuts removed in step 2 and then tighten 5 Rotate emission component shelf to horizontal position Tighten upper handlebar bolts ASSEMBLY CAUTION AVOID INJURY Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding Figure 3 1 Mower Unit 2 Literature Pack with Installation Hardware 1 2 ...

Page 11: ...of operation belt wear may require the PTO clutch cable and the drive control cables to be adjusted See Forward Reverse Drive Controls on page 20 and Wheel Drive Belts on page 21 IMPORTANT Do not operate the unit without understanding how the controls work and how to safely start stop and operate the unit Figure 4 1 3 1 Handlebar Folded Down 2 Upper Handlebar Bolts 3 Emission Component Shelf 2 3 2...

Page 12: ... Drive Control 5 Handlebars 6 Fuel Tank and Cap 7 Height Adjustment Spacers 8 Muffler 9 Oil Fill Dipstick 10 Air Filter 11 Fuel Filter 12 Belt Cover 13 Ignition Key 14 Safety Start Switch 15 Throttle Choke Control CONTROLS AND FEATURES 05365400A Figure 6 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 11 10 12 13 14 15 ...

Page 13: ... deck and increases the cutting height To change cutting height remove the lock pin from the top of the caster fork Raise the caster arm high enough to expose the flats and lower pin hole on the caster fork spindle Insert the lock pin into the lower hole to support the arm while adjusting the cutting height spacers Figure 7 OPERATION WARNING Improper operation can lead to injury Learn what the con...

Page 14: ...re removed in the caster spindle above the support tube as shown Figure 8 Reinstall the lock pin into the top hole and flip over the lock ring to secure the remaining spacers and pin NOTE Set both wheels at the same height for a level cut Figure 7 Spacers Lock Pin Flats Figure 8 Remove the spacers from the stack Secure spacers above the caster arm with the lock pin NOTE Axle positions are set at t...

Page 15: ...T OVERFILL This equipment and or its engine may include evaporative emissions control system 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 all...

Page 16: ...the clutch and parking brake levers are released ALWAYS shut off the engine with the ignition key and remove the key before leaving the operator s position To stop the mower in an emergency 1 Release the PTO clutch lever and the parking brake lever 2 Turn the ignition key to the OFF position 3 Allow all moving parts to stop before leaving operator s position STARTING AND SHUT OFF See Figure 6 for ...

Page 17: ... fires NOTE Do not spray the unit with water especially when the unit is warm from operation Water can seep into bearings and damage them CHECK ENGINE OIL IMPORTANT Maintain proper oil level at all times or engine damage will result Check the level of the engine crankcase oil before each use Make sure engine is level when checking oil See engine manual for instructions CHECK MOWER BLADE See Figure...

Page 18: ... 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 Figure 11 4 Install mower blade on unit 5 Torque 5 8 inch nut to 92 to 130 lbf ft 125 to 176 N m CAUTION DO NOT sharpen mower blades while on unit An imbalanced mower blade will cause excessive vibration and eventual damage to unit Ch...

Page 19: ...unit has sealed maintenance free spindles and transmission The unit should not require lubrication except for light oil or grease at pivot points CHECK SPARK PLUG Spark plug should be replaced every 100 hours of operation or each year NOTE Loose spark plug wire terminals can cause sparking Replace terminal if damaged CHECK ENGINE COOLING To prevent overheating air must circulate freely around the ...

Page 20: ... drive control cable may need adjustment Adjust both drive controls the same way 1 Loosen the lock nut on the drive lever 2 Turn the cable adjuster to tighten or loosen the cable 3 Tighten the lock nut to hold the adjustment 4 Test the drive Unit should move forward when the drive control is squeezed and it should coast to a stop when the drive control is released NOTE The reverse drive control ha...

Page 21: ...lt through the transmission idler arm and then install belt on the engine pulley See Figure 15 9 Install the idler arms on the transmission plate and install the belts on the transmission pulleys See Figure 15 10 Replace the rear cover 11 Start the unit and test operation of the drive system Adjust the wheel drive controls if needed NOTE Check the wheel drive control adjustment after the first 25 ...

Page 22: ...elts on the engine pulley Deck Belt 1 Stop engine remove key wait for all moving parts to stop and hot parts to cool 2 Remove the two drive belts from engine pulley See Wheel Drive Belts on page 21 3 Remove the PTO belt from the PTO clutch See PTO Belt on page 22 4 Remove the two idler arms from the deck 5 Remove the deck belt and install the new belt 6 Replace the two idler arms on the deck 7 Rep...

Page 23: ... first then positive ca ble 3 Remove battery from unit Install 1 Install battery on the unit 2 Connect positive cable first then negative cable 3 Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery cable ends and terminals 4 Replace the battery cover WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer ...

Page 24: ...Remove two nuts and bolts on both sides of battery mount bracket see Figure 20 Install U1 Size Battery Figure 21 NOTE Battery hold down bracket must be moved to the rear position to allow the larger U1 battery to fit 1 Transfer battery mount bracket to new location and secure with hardware removed in step 6 2 Install battery 3 Position battery hold down bracket over battery 4 Reconnect fuel line o...

Page 25: ...ernal contact DO NOT induce vomiting IMPORTANT DO NOT fast charge Charging at a higher rate will damage or destroy battery IMPORTANT ALWAYS follow information provided on battery and battery charger Contact battery and battery charger manufacturers for detailed instructions 1 Remove battery from unit 2 Place battery in a well ventilated area 3 Connect positive lead of charger to positive terminal ...

Page 26: ... the fuel system during 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 according to manufacturers s instructions 2 Run engine for at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor NEVER store the engine with fuel in the fuel tank ...

Page 27: ...slipping 1 Clean the deck cutting chamber 2 Sharpen or replace blades 3 Wait for grass to dry 4 Raise cutting height and cut grass in two or more passes 5 Adjust or replace PTO belt Wheel drive does not engage 1 Loose or damaged drive belts 2 Damaged drive cable 3 Damaged transmission or drive component 1 Adjust or replace drive belts See Wheel Drive Belts on page 21 2 Replace drive cable See your...

Page 28: ...3600 100 Displacement Cu In cc 21 344 Cylinder Bore Aluminum Engine Oil Type See Engine Manual Crank Case Capacity Oz Liter 48 1 4 Oil System See Engine Manual Spark Plug Gap in mm See Engine Manual Fuel Type See Engine Manual Fuel Tank Capacity qt Liter 10 7 49 Air Cleaner Dual Element Starting 12V Electric Differential Yes Forward Speed MPH km hr 3 5 5 6 Reverse Speed MPH km hr 2 0 3 2 Mower Dec...

Page 29: ...product registration card in the literature package and return it to the Ariens Company or register the unit online at www ariens com www gravely com www countax com To obtain warranty service the original purchaser must Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner s manual Warranty Code Product Group Warranty Period Consumer Use Warranty Period Commercial Use HA Zoom ZT Zero Tur...

Page 30: ...ny to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES Ariens Company s liability under this warranty and under any implied warranty that may exist is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship and repair or replacement of any defective part Ariens Comp...

Search results

Summary of Contents for 911413 - WAW 34

Reviews:

Related manuals for 911413 - WAW 34

Brands by name

Popular brands

Ariens 911413 - WAW 34, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for 911413 - WAW 34

Reviews:

Related manuals for 911413 - WAW 34

Brands by name

Popular brands