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Each Use Check Safety Interlock
System
WARNING: Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of
unit can result in death or serious injury. Test this system each time
the unit is operated. If this system does not function as described, do
not operate until repairs are made (see Safety Interlock System on
page 10).
Check Parking Brake Engage parking brake and engage transmission bypass lever (see MOVING
UNIT MANUALLY on page 12). Push unit. If unit rolls, contact your Ariens
Dealer.
Clean Unit Clean engine, battery, seat, mower deck, etc. of all dirt and debris. Do not use
solvents, hard cleaners, or abrasives.
NOTE: Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax.
Check Tires See SPECIFICATIONS on page 23 for correct tire pressure.
Check Mower Blades Check for worn or damaged mower blades (see SHARPENING MOWER
BLADE on page 17).
Follow Engine Manual
Maintenance Schedule
Perform scheduled engine maintenance.
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
NOTE: To drain the oil, use the oil drain
petcock (1) supplied with unit, not the
drain plug that is shown in the Engine
Manual.
25 Hours or Every
Season
Check Battery Keep battery and battery terminals clean (see Cleaning Battery and Battery
Cables on page 18).
Lubricate Unit Apply grease to zerk (1) on each front wheel
50 Hours or Every
Season
Check Fasteners Check mower blade mounting hardware and all other fasteners. Replace
fasteners that are missing or damaged. Tighten all nuts and bolts to the
correct torque value.
100 Hours or Every
Season
Check All Belts Replace worn or deteriorated belts.
• Check hydrostatic belt (see REPLACING HYDROSTATIC BELT on
page 20 for hydrostatic belt location).
• Check PTO belt (see REPLACING PTO BELT on page 19 for PTO belt
location).
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