Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
EN - 2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Service and Adjustm...
Page 4 - SAFETY; Safety Alert Symbol; SIGNAL WORDS; Safety Decal Identification; YOUR SAFETY IS
EN - 4 SAFETY Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to follow these rules could lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal injury or death to you or bystanders or result in damage to property or the machine. Safety Alert Symbol SIGNAL WORDS The safety alert symbols above and...
Page 6 - SAFETY RULES; Training; Operator Age
EN - 6 SAFETY RULES This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.The following safety instructions are based on recommendations found in ANSI standard B71.1-2003. Traini...
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY; Safety
EN - 10 CARTON CONTENTS ASSEMBLY 1. Remove mower and grass bag from carton. 2. 911173 : Loosen handlebar mounting hardware. See Figure 4. 3. 911173 : Rotate handlebar to the desired position and tighten mounting hardware. See Figure 4. ASSEMBLY CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire S...
Page 12 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES
EN - 12 1. Engine/Blade Control 2. Wheel Drive Control (911175, 179) 3. Handlebars4. Grass Bag5. Rear Door6. Fuel Tank and Cap7. Oil Fill/Dipstick8. Muffler and Muffler Guard 9. Cutting Height Lever 10. Air Filter 11. Side Discharge Cover 12. Side Discharge Chute 13. Mulch Plug14. Handlebar Adjustme...
Page 13 - Handlebar; Recoil Starter Handle; CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT; OPERATION; Cutting Height Settings Chart
EN - 13 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 6 for locations. Engine/Blade Control The engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to start the engine and blade.Engine/blade control feature stops engine and blade within 3 seconds of operator releasing handlebar. Check this feature frequently...
Page 14 - OPTIONAL CONTROLS; Wheel Drive Control; FILLING FUEL TANK
EN - 14 OPTIONAL CONTROLS Wheel Drive Control (911175, 179) NOTICE: Engine must be running for wheel drive to propel unit.To drive forward:Slowly squeeze the wheel drive control toward the handlebar until you reach a comfortable ground speed. Hold the wheel drive control against the handlebar for fu...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE
EN - 17 Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine require service, contact an Ariens Dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTICE: Some working conditi...
Page 18 - CHECK MOWER BLADE; Sharpen the Mower Blades
EN - 18 CHECK MOWER BLADE See Figure 11.Check blade mounting: blade must be secure and bolt torqued to 37.5 – 50 lbf-ft (51 – 68 N•m) (bolt should fully compress lock washer).Check blade for nicks and dull cutting edges. Sharpen if necessary.Check blade for rounded or broken ends, thinned metal or o...
Page 20 - SERVICE POSITION; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
EN - 20 SERVICE POSITION Put unit into service position for easy access to bottom of deck. 1. Place unit on a flat, level surface.2. Disconnect spark plug wire. 3. Remove fuel cap.4. Place a piece of plastic bag over the opening and tighten cap securely. 5. Remove discharge chute if installed.6. Tip...
Page 21 - To Remove Drive Belt:
EN - 21 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT(911175, 179) To Remove Drive Belt: 1. Disconnect spark plug wire.2. Move cable adjuster to loosen wheel drive cable. 3. Disconnect the drive cable spring from the transmission bracket. See Figure 15. 4. Remove blade and blade adapter from the crankshaft. 5. Remove driv...
Page 22 - Install Drive Belt; ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL; Remove Battery from Unit
EN - 22 Install Drive Belt See Figure 16. 1. Route new belt through belt channel.2. Route belt around transmission pulley and reinstall transmission bracket and hardware. Rotate transmission back into location. Loop belt over crankshaft end. Install engine pulley with key. 3. Install belt channel gu...
Page 23 - Check The Adjustment; To increase traction and speed,
EN - 23 WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT (911175, 179) See Figure 19. NOTICE: The unit should stop immediately when the wheel drive control is released, and the unit should not creep forward when the wheel drive control is disengaged with the engine running. The unit’s forward speed should increase as...
Page 24 - STORAGE; TROUBLESHOOTING
EN - 24 IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high- pressure water or store unit outdoors. Store mower in a cool, dry, protected location. Cleaning Allow unit to cool. Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure water. Brush off dirt and debris from all surfaces. Touch up all scratched surfaces...
Page 25 - SERVICE PARTS
EN - 25 Grass does not disperse evenly 1. Too much grass is being removed per cutting. 2. Grass is too wet.3. Mowing speed is too fast. 1. Raise cutting height. 2. Allow grass to dry.3. Mow slower. Mower does not bag clippings 1. Grass bag is overfilled. 2. Mulching plug is installed. 1. Empty grass...
Page 26 - SPECIFICATIONS
EN - 26 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 911173 911175 911179 Model Razor Description Push Self-Propelled Self-Propelled Electric Start Length – in. (cm) 70 (177.8) Height – in. (cm) 47 (119.4) Width – in. (cm) 21.5 (54.6) Actual Weight – lbs (kg) 91 (41.3) 94 (42.6) 100 (45.4) Cutting Width – in. (cm) 2...
Page 29 - EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
CARB/EPA 2012_Rev. A 29 CALIFORNIA AND EPA (UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY) EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The CARB (California Air Resources Board), the EPA, and AriensCompany are pleased to explain the evaporative emissioncontrol...