Page 2 - SAFETY RULES; Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers; I. GENERAL OPERATION; po nents contain or emit chem; WARNING; om mend ed by and comply with
2 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers DANGER: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROW ING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. • Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn...
Page 3 - SAFE HANDLING OF GASOLINE
3 SAFETY RULES Safe Operation Practices for Ride-On Mowers • Ensure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. • Never carry passengers. • Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Al ways look down and behind before and while backing. • Never ...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
4 SAFETY RULES ......................................................... 2-3PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 4CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ................................. 4ASSEMBLY ................................................................. 6-8OPERATION ..............
Page 5 - Washer; Quick Connect; UNASSEMBLED PARTS
5 Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Seat (1) Seat Steering Boot SteeringExtensionShaft Steering Wheel Adapter Key(s) Slope Sheet (1) Hex Bolt (1) Lock Washer (1) Large Flat Washer Steering Wheel Insert Washer Hex Bolt (1) Oil Drain Tube For Future Use Quick Connect UNASSEMBLED PARTS
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY; TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY; UNPACK CARTON; ASSEMBLE EXTENSION SHAFT AND BOOT
6 ASSEMBLY Your new tractor has been assembled at the factory with exception of those parts left unassembled for shipping purposes. To ensure safe and proper operation of your tractor all parts and hardware you assemble must be tightened securely. Use the correct tools as necessary to ensure proper ...
Page 8 - CHECKLIST
8 CHECK TIRE PRESSURE The tires on your tractor were overinflated at the factory for shipping purposes. Correct tire pressure is important for best cutting performance.• Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires. CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results, mower housing should be prop-erly level...
Page 9 - OPERATION
9 These symbols may appear on your tractor or in literature supplied with the product. Learn and understand their meaning. DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS 15 15 (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD FAST SLOW ENGINE ON EN...
Page 10 - KNOW YOUR TRACTOR
10 KNOW YOUR TRACTOR READ THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR TRACTOR Compare the illustrations with your tractor to familiarize yourself with the locations of various controls and ad just ments. Save this manual for future reference. Our tractors conform to the applicable ...
Page 11 - HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR
11 Fig. 6 HOW TO USE YOUR TRAC TOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 6) Your tractor is equipped with an operator presence sens- ing switch. When engine is running, any attempt by the op er a tor to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake will shut off the engine.• Depress brake pedal (B...
Page 12 - TO OPERATE MOWER
12 TO ADJUST GAUGE WHEELS (See Fig. 11) Gauge wheels are prop er ly ad just ed when they are slight ly off the ground when mower is at the desired cutting height in operating position. Gauge wheels then keep the deck in prop-er position to help prevent scalping in most terrain conditions. NOTE: Adju...
Page 13 - TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS; WARNING: Backing up with the attachment clutch en-; TO OPERATE ON HILLS
13 Fig. 13 TOWING CARTS AND OTHER AT TACH MENTS Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your trac-tor. Use common sense when towing. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause y...
Page 14 - ADD GASOLINE; BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE; CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
14 CAUTION: Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to sep a ra tion and for ma tion of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine while in storage. To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should be emptied ...
Page 15 - MOWING TIPS
15 OPERATION MOWING TIPS • Tire chains cannot be used when the mower hous ing is attached to tractor. • Mower should be properly leveled for best mowing performance. See “TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING” in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual. • The left hand side of mower should be used for t...
Page 16 - LUBRICATION CHART; GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; BEFORE EACH USE; MAINTENANCE
16 MAINTENANCE ➀ General Purpose Grease ➁ Refer to Maintenance “ENGINE” Section 01965 ➁ ENGINE ➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ➀ STEERING SECTOR GEAR TEETH ➀ FRONT WHEEL BEARING ZERK ➀ SPINDLE ZERK ➀ SPINDLE ZERK LUBRICATION CHART GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this tractor does not cover items ...
Page 17 - TRACTOR; BRAKE OPERATION; BLADE CARE; IMPORTANT: SPECIAL BLADE BOLT HEAT TREATED.
17 MAINTENANCE BLADE BLADE BOLT (SPECIAL) CENTER HOLE STAR MANDREL ASSEMBLY Fig. 16 Fig. 17 TRACTOR Always observe safety rules when per form ing any main te nance. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved...
Page 18 - LUBRICATION; ENGINE OIL FILTER
18 V-BELTS Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. The belts are not ad just able. Re place belts if they begin to slip from wear. Fig. 18 MAINTENANCE TEMPERATURE RANGE ANTICIPATED BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE SAE VISCOSITY GRADES -20 0 30 40 80 100 ...
Page 19 - SPARK PLUGS; CLEANING; Avoid all pinch points and; MUFFLER
19 SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of each mowing season or after every 100 hours of operation, whichever occurs first. Spark plug type and gap setting are shown in “PROD UCT SPECIFICATIONS” section of this manual. CLAMP FUEL FILTER CLAMP Fig. 21 MAINTENANCE Fig. 22 • Keep finished ...
Page 20 - Plug any holes in mower with bolts and locknuts.
20 MAINTENANCE WASHOUT PORT NOZZLE ADAPTER HOSE DECK WASHOUT PORT (See Fig. 23) Your tractor’s deck is equipped with a washout port on its surface as part of its deck wash system. It should be utilized after each use. 1. Drive the tractor to a level, clear spot on your lawn, near enough to a water s...
Page 21 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS; Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake.
21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER VICE OR AD JUST MENTS: • Depress brake pedal fully and set parking brake. • Place attachment clutch in “DISENGAGED” position. • Turn ignition key to “STOP” and remove key. • Ensure the blades and all moving parts ...
Page 23 - TO LEVEL MOWER
23 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS • If adjustment is necessary, see step in Visual Adjust-ment instructions above. • Recheck measurements, adjust if necessary until both sides are equal. FRONT-TO-BACK ADJUSTMENT (See Figs. 32 & 33)IMPORTANT: Deck must be level side-to-side. To obtain the best cutting r...
Page 24 - TO CHECK BRAKE
24 TO CHECK BRAKE If tractor requires more than five (5) feet to stop at highest speed in high est gear on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must be serviced. You may also check brake by:• Park tractor on a level, dry concrete or paved surface, depress brake pedal all the way down a...
Page 27 - STORAGE; BATTERY; FUEL SYSTEM; ENGINE OIL; OTHER
27 STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of the season or if the tractor will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store the trac tor with gas o line in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before stori...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING
28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Will not start 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Engine not “CHOKED” properly. 2. See “TO START ENGINE” in Operation section. 3. Engine flooded. 3. Wait several minutes before attempting to start. 4. Bad spark plug. 4. Replace spark plug. 5. Dirty air ...
Page 29 - PROBLEM
29 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Engine continues to run when oper-ator leaves seat with attachment clutch engaged 1. Faulty operator-safety presence control system. 1. Check wiring, switches and connections. If not corrected, contact an authorized service center/ department. Poor cut - u...
Page 30 - SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION; WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and
30 15 DEGREES MAX. FOLD ALONG DOTTED LINE THIS IS A 15 DEGREE SLOPE ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL, NOT ACROSS HILL SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION WARNING: To avoid serious injury, operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes, never across the face. Do not mow slopes great...
Page 31 - LIMITED WARRANTY
31 LIMITED WARRANTY The Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer purchaser that this product as manufactured is free from defects in mate-rials and work man ship. For a period of two (2) years from date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, w...
Page 32 - The engine exhaust from this product
Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110-10721-877-257-6920www.ariens.com WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
