Ariens 915105-2150- Manuals

GB - 6 8. DANGER! EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM CERTIFICATION LABEL Tampering with emission controls and components by unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or penalties. Emission controls and components can only be adjusted by EPA and/or CARB authorized service centers. Contact your Ariens Eq...

GB - 9 Tools Required • Adjustable wrench • Petroleum jelly or dielectric grease. Unpack Unit Remove unit and all other components from the shipping container. Engage transmission bypass lever (see MOVING UNIT MANUALLY on page 14). Push unit from container onto a level surface. Disengage transmissio...

GB - 10 Check function of all controls See OPERATION on page 12. 1. Steering Lever2. Seat 3. Eccentric Spacer Figure 3 1 3 1 2

GB - 11 1. Throttle Lever2. Choke Control3. Ignition Switch4. PTO Switch5. Seat 6. Steering Levers7. Fuel Tank8. Mower Lift Pedal9. Mower Deck 10. Discharge Chute 11. Parking Brake CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 4 4 2 1 3 5 7 7 11 8 10 9 4 3 1 915107 915105, 103, 101 6

GB - 12 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See figure 4 for all controls and features locations. Safety Interlock System Perform the following tests to ensure the safety interlock system is working properly. If the unit does not perform as stated contact your Ariens dealer for repairs. Ignition Switch Operate ig...

GB - 13 Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch Engages (2) and disengages (1) mower blades. Steering Levers • Reverse (1) – Pull both steering levers backward. • Forward (2) – Push both steering levers forward. • Left (3) – Pull left steering lever back or push right steering lever forward or a combination of ...

GB - 14 STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF ENGINE Starting the Engine NOTE: Disengage the PTO, engage the parking brake, and place the steering levers in neutral prior to starting the engine. 1. If the engine is cold, move the choke control to the On position. If the engine is warm or hot, do not use choke. ...

GB - 15 IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenance instructions in the Engine Manual for additional information. NOTE: To have full access to the engine, the seat must be tipped forward (see TIPPING...

GB - 17 TIPPING SEAT FORWARD Put steering levers up and tip seat forward (figure 7). SEAT ADJUSTMENT 1. Tip the seat forward.2. Loosen mounting hardware and slide seat forward or backward to desired position. Tighten mounting hardware (figure 7). 3. Tip seat back. MOWER DECK REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...

GB - 19 The Forward Pitch Of The Mower Blades (Figure 10): • Should be 0.0 in. (0.0 mm) to 1/4 in. (6.35 mm) pitched forward. NOTE: This measurement must be taken when the mower blades ends are facing forward. The Pitch Of The Mower Blades From Side-To-Side (Figure 11): • Should be within 1/4 in. (6...

GB - 21 1. Remove mower blade from unit (see REPLACING MOWER BLADE on page 20). Ariens recommends having mower blades sharpened by a professional. Contact your Ariens dealer. Discard mower blade if (figure 13): • more than 1/2 in. (1.27 cm) of metal is removed. • the air lift erosion area is eroded....

GB - 22 3. Clean battery cable ends, negative (–) terminal, and positive (+) terminal with a wire brush and rinse with a weak baking soda solution. 4. Connect positive (+) cable first, then negative (–) cable. 5. Apply petroleum jelly or dielectric grease to battery cable ends and terminals. 6. Tip ...

GB - 23 Forward and Reverse Speed Adjustment (Figure 14) IMPORTANT: The unit should track within 2 feet (0.61 m) of a straight line for 30 feet (9.14 m). The travel of the steering levers may need adjustment if: • The unit turns to the right or left when both steering levers are pushed as far forwar...

GB - 24 REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT Remove (Figure 16) 1. Remove PTO belt (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 23). 2. Disconnect Electric Clutch Connector from PTO. 3. Disconnect idler spring.4. Remove hydrostatic belt from hydrostatic transmission pulleys, pulley, electric clutch, and idler. Install (Fi...

GB - 25 Short Term Storage IMPORTANT: NEVER clean unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.Remove all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. Store in a clean dry area. Inspect unit for signs of wear or damage. Ensure all fasteners are properly tightened. Long Term Storage Follow all instructions und...

GB - 27 Unit does not travel in a straight line. 1. Incorrect tire pressure. 1. Check tire pressure (see SPECIFICATIONS on page 29) 2. Steering levers need adjustment. 2. Adjust steering levers (see Forward and Reverse Speed Adjustment on page 23) 3. Hydrostatic transmission and/or linkage needs adj...

GB - 28 SERVICE PARTS Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to keep your unit running like new. Part No. Qty Description 51510000 1 Spindle Assembly 07100124 1 Front Wheel 02997300 1 Muffler Weldment (915107) 00480600 1 PTO Clutch (915107, 105) 03292300 1 PTO Clutch (915103, 101) 07237900 1 PTO...

GB - 29 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 915107 915105 915103 915101 Model 2450 2150 1840 1634 Engine Type Briggs & Stratton ELS Briggs & Stratton Intek Engine Power – hp (kW) at Maximum RPM 24 (17.9) 21 (15.6) 18 (13.4) 16.5 (12.3) Governed RPM (May be different from maximum RPM) 3350 3350 3350 ...

ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® Con_Ride_200831 Two-Year Limited Lawn and Garden Consumer Ride-On Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens and Gravely brand consumer products manufactured and sold...

ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® Con_Ride_200832 Exceptions and Limitations • Batteries are warranted only for a period of 12 months after date of purchase, on a prorated basis. For the first 90 days of the warranty period, a defective ...