Ariens 915013 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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4.2 CHECK FUEL LEVEL
The fuel level is shown through a window in the control
panel next to the parking brake.
WARNING:
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Handle with care.
NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames.
Refer to Engine Manual for proper fuel.
To add fuel to the fuel tank:
1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well ventilated area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool for two minutes.
3. Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel
cap to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank.
4. Remove the cap from the fuel tank.
5. Fill the fuel tank with the proper grade of fuel as
recommended by the engine manufacturer. Do not
spill any fuel.
6. Replace the cap on the fuel tank and tighten.
7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel before starting
the engine.
4.3 GENERAL LUBRICATION
Refer to Figure 4 for the locations of the grease fittings
on the unit and the intervals at which to grease them.
All grease fittings should be greased at 25-hour
intervals. Clean and inspect parts and replace as
required.
1. Clean the fittings before attaching the grease gun.
2. Thoroughly clean and dry all parts with a suitable
solvent.
3. Check all parts for wear and damage.
4. Replace all parts that are worn or damaged.
5. Use Sten Mix Hi-Temp Grease (a moly-lithium
grease) or equivalent. Add grease until it appears
at the ends of the bearing or ends of the shaft.
6. Every 25 hours apply motor oil to all pin
connections, pivots points and areas where sliding
occurs.
1. Fuel Cap
2. Fuel Level Window
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Figure 3
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CAUTION:
Before performing any service or
adjustments:
Turn PTO switch "OFF".
Park mower on a hard, flat, level surface.
Place steering control levers in neutral
lock (fully outward) position.
Set parking brake.
Turn ignition switch "OFF" and remove
key.
Wait for blades and all moving parts to
stop.
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Front
Back
Mower Drive Idler
Transaxle Idler
Clutch Shaft Idler
Figure 4