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Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts
or adjustments which may be required to
keep your unit operating at peak efficiency.
Should engine require service, contact an
Ariens Dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
NOTE: Some working conditions (heavy
loads, high ambient temperatures, dusty
conditions, or airborne debris) may require
more frequent service.
See engine manual for further maintenance
and troubleshooting information.
CHECK OPERATOR PRESENCE
(ENGINE/BLADE) CONTROL
The engine and blade must stop within 3
seconds after releasing the operator
presence control. If the engine and blade
continue to run, adjust or repair control
immediately.
CHECK WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL
The unit must stop quickly and completely
when the control is released. Adjust or repair
if necessary. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT on page 32.
CLEAN UNIT
Before each use clean unit, use a brush to
clean recoil guard, all control linkage and
muffler guard of debris. See engine manual
for instructions. Clean oil, grease or fuel spills
to prevent fires.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
IMPORTANT: Maintain proper oil level at all
times or engine damage will result.
Check the level of the engine crankcase oil
before each use.
Make sure engine is level when checking oil.
See engine manual for instructions.
MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
WARNING: HOT SURFACES
can cause death or serious injury.
DO NOT TOUCH parts which are
hot from operation. ALWAYS
allow parts to cool.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service Performed
Before
Each
Use
25 Hours 50 Hours
100 Hours
or
Annually
Check Engine/Blade Control •
Check Wheel Drive Control •
Clean Unit •
Check Engine Oil •
Check Mower Blade •
Check Fasteners •
Check Wheel Drive Belts (2) •
Check Blade Drive Belt •
General Lubrication •
Clean Air Filter •
Change Engine Oil & Filter
•
•
Check Muffler •
Replace Spark Plug •
After first 5 Hours of operation
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