Ariens 932309 - 824 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
GB - 15
Choke Control Knob
1. Choke Closed position:
chokes off air to engine for
easier start.
2. Choke Open position:
allows for normal
operation.
IMPORTANT: Gradually
open choke after engine
starts.
Throttle
The throttle controls the engine
speed. To increase or decrease
the engine speed, adjust to:
1. Fast (normal or warm starts)
2.Part-Throttle
3.Slow (cold weather starts)
4.Stop (engine is off)
Electric Starter (932035, 101)
The electric starter will start a properly choked
and cranked engine when the starter button is
pushed. Refer to Starting and Shut-Off.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back
against starter.
Discharge Chute Deector
ALWAYS position discharge chute deector at
a safe angle before starting engine.
DO NOT throw snow any higher than
necessary.
Push deector handle forward or down to
throw snow lower. Pull deector handle up or
to the rear to throw snow higher.
IMPORTANT: If Chute Deector does not stay
in set position, adjust as directed in Service
and Adjustments, or repair before operation.
Discharge Chute
Discharge chute rotates 220°.
ALWAYS position discharge chute in safe
direction and angle, away from operator and
bystanders, before starting engine.
Chute Crank
IMPORTANT: If chute does not stay in set
position, adjust as directed in Service and
Adjustments, or repair before operation.
Rotate the Chute with Discharge Chute Crank
Handle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT force frozen chute
controls. Start engine and run for 3-5 minutes
to thaw. If still frozen, take to warm place until
controls are free.
Axle Lock Pin (932101, 309)
The axle lock pin is located on the right wheel
hub. Moving pin from the hub to the axle shaft
allows the right wheel to turn freely.
Scraper Blade
The scraper blade allows the back of the
housing to keep better contact with the surface
being cleared. It also prevents damage to the
housing from normal wear.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow Scraper Blade to
wear too far or Auger/Impeller housing will
become damaged.
Runners
The runners control the distance between the
scraper blade and the ground. Adjust runners
equally to keep blade level with the ground.
Refer to Pre-Start for recommended settings.
FILLING FUEL TANK
To add fuel to fuel tank:
1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well
ventilated area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool.
3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to
prevent dirt from entering Fuel Tank.
4. Remove Cap.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or
gasoline containing alcohol. See Engine
Manual for correct type and grade of fuel.
5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in (1,2 cm)
below bottom of ller neck with unleaded
gasoline.
NOTE: 932101 and 309 tank capacity is 1
gallon (3.8 liters). Tank capacity of other
models is 3.5 quarts (3,3 liters).
6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.
7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
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WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand Fuel Safety Rules in
Safety section before proceeding.