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IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high-
pressure water or store unit outdoors. Store
mower in a cool, dry, protected location.
Cleaning
NOTE: Allow unit to cool before cleaning.
Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low
pressure water. Brush off dirt and debris from
all surfaces. Touch up all scratched surfaces
to prevent rust. Matching touch-up paint is
available from your Ariens Dealer. Do not use
abrasives, solvents, or harsh cleaners.
Inspection
Inspect mower and repair or replace worn or
damaged parts to avoid delays when
beginning use again.
Regularly check all hardware and keep
fasteners tight. Know unit is in safe working
condition.
Grass Bag
Wash out grass bag and allow to dry before
storage. Grass bag may be stored in position
on mower.
Engine
When storing unit for extended periods of
time, remove all fuel from tank and carburetor
(run dry). Refer to engine manual.
Fuel System
Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended
periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate,
resulting in gum deposits in the system.
These deposits can damage the carburetor
and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent
deposits from forming in 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 inside of a building with potential
sources of ignition.
STORAGE
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine will not
start
1. Safety switch not held down.
2. Ignition switch is faulty.
3. Wiring harness fuse is blown.
4. Loose or corroded battery
cables.
5. Discharged battery.
6. Faulty starter.
7. Fuel tank empty.
1. Hold down safety switch
while turning the ignition key.
2. Replace ignition switch.
3. Replace fuse.
4. Clean and tighten battery
cables.
5. Charge the battery.
6. See your Dealer.
7. Fill fuel tank (see FILLING
THE FUEL TANK on
page 15).
Engine is
difficult to
restart
1. Out of fuel.
2. Fuel filter is dirty.
3. Faulty spark plug.
4. Air cleaner is plugged or dirty.
5. Faulty engine.
1. Fill fuel tank with clean, fresh
fuel.
2. Replace fuel filter.
3. Replace spark plug.
4. Clean or replace air cleaner.
5. Refer to the engine manual
or see your Dealer.