Ariens 991086 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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Customer Note: If the Dealer does not
register your product, please fill out, sign and
return the product registration card to Ariens
or go to www.ariens.com on the Internet.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The
replacement of any part on this equipment
with anything other than an Ariens authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, and safety of this unit
and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims
liability for any claims or damages, whether
regarding warranty, property damage,
personal injury or death arising out of the use
of unauthorized replacement parts.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer,
go to www.ariens.com.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue,
change, and improve its products at any time
without public notice or obligation to the
purchaser. The descriptions and
specifications contained in this manual were
in effect at printing. Equipment described
within this manual may be optional. Some
illustrations may not be applicable to your
unit.
DEALER DELIVERY
Dealer should:
1. Test parking brake after unit is
assembled to be sure adjustment has
not been disturbed in shipment (See
Parking Brake Interlock System on
page 14). Wheel brakes are properly
adjusted at factory.
2. Check the safety interlock system to
make sure that it is functioning properly.
With operator on seat, unit must not start
unless steering levers are in neutral and
power takeoff (PTO) is disengaged (Off).
Engine must stop if operator lifts from
seat when steering levers are in any
drive position or PTO is engaged (On).
See Safety Interlock System on
page 14.
3. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration
Card and return the card to Ariens.
4. Explain Limited Warranty Policy.
5. Explain recommended lubrication and
maintenance. Advise customer on
adjustments. Instruct customer on
controls and operation of unit. Discuss
and emphasize the Safety Precautions.
Give customer this Owner/Operator and
the engine manual. Advise customer to
thoroughly read and understand them.
Customer Note: Your Dealer has been
provided complete set-up and preparation
instructions which must be completed prior to
you taking delivery of this unit. The dealer is
required to review important information in
this manual with you before or upon delivery
of the unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions, for the benefit of yourself and
others. Understand and follow all safety
messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and
the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious
injury or death. Learn applicable rules and
laws in your area, including those that may
restrict the age of the operator.
REQUIRED OPERATOR
TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed
by the seller on safe and proper operation. If
unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser (loaned, rented or sold),
ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
This equipment and/or its engine may include
exhaust and evaporative emissions control
system components required to meet U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and/or California Air Resources Board
(CARB) regulations. Tampering with emission
controls and components by unauthorized
personnel may result in severe fines or
penalties. Emission controls and components
can only be adjusted by an Ariens Company
dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center. Contact your
Ariens Company Equipment Retailer
concerning emission controls and component
questions.