Ariens 911173 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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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 full
speed.
To stop:
Release wheel drive control.
Ignition Switch (911179)
A removable key operates
the ignition switch. Turn the
key to the start position (2)
to start the unit. The key
will spring back to the
“RUN” position.
RUN Position (1): All
controls are operable.
START Position (2):
Starter turns over the
engine.
FILLING FUEL TANK
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to
prevent dust, dirt, and debris from
entering fuel tank.
2. Remove fuel cap.
IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for
correct type and grade of fuel.
3. Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck.
See SPECIFICATIONS on page 26 for
fuel tank capacity.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT 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 allow for fuel expansion. Pay
close attention while filling the fuel tank to
ensure that the recommended fuel level
inside the tank is not exceeded. Use a
portable gasoline container with an
appropriately sized dispensing spout when
filling the tank. Do not use a funnel or other
device that obstructs the view of the tank
filling process.
4. Replace fuel cap and tighten.
5. ALWAYS clean up spilled fuel.
CAUTION: Unit will move forward
at engine start if wheel drive
control is engaged. ALWAYS
release wheel drive control before
starting unit.
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