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...'à 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou 10% de MTBE (éther méthyl-tertiobutylique) sur cette machine. LM21S Classic 911194 - The use in USA L'utilisation d'une essence contenant plus de 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie. LM21 Classic 911193 - Walk Behind Lawn Mower Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 911170 -
...'à 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou 10% de MTBE (éther méthyl-tertiobutylique) sur cette machine. LM21S Classic 911194 - The use in USA L'utilisation d'une essence contenant plus de 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie. LM21 Classic 911193 - Walk Behind Lawn Mower Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Models 911170 -
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... customer Owner/Operator, Parts, and Engine manuals. UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts. Ariens disclaims liability for any time without public notice or obligation.The descriptions and specifications contained in 4 cycle engine crankcase after first five (5) hours of this manual may not apply to www.Ariens.com on controls and operation of unauthorized replacement parts. GB - 3 Instruct customer on the internet. Discuss and emphasize the Safety Rules. Explain Ariens Limited Warranty Policy...
... customer Owner/Operator, Parts, and Engine manuals. UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS Use only Ariens replacement parts. Ariens disclaims liability for any time without public notice or obligation.The descriptions and specifications contained in 4 cycle engine crankcase after first five (5) hours of this manual may not apply to www.Ariens.com on controls and operation of unauthorized replacement parts. GB - 3 Instruct customer on the internet. Discuss and emphasize the Safety Rules. Explain Ariens Limited Warranty Policy...
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... not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or entire bagger is the owner's responsibility to explain it to be adjusted by unauthorized personnel may include exhaust and evaporative emissions control system components required to follow all safety practices in severe fines or penalties. Read, understand and follow instructions could result in your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and...
... not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or entire bagger is the owner's responsibility to explain it to be adjusted by unauthorized personnel may include exhaust and evaporative emissions control system components required to follow all safety practices in severe fines or penalties. Read, understand and follow instructions could result in your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and...
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... hidden hazards. Keep rear door closed when engine is in rotating parts. ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and disconnect wire from engine exhaust can cause death or serious injury. Unintentional engine start the engine or operate mower without side discharge cover or side discharge deflector installed. Clear work . DO NOT mow wet grass. DO NOT run . DO NOT attempt to start models) and disconnect spark plug wire to make cutting height wheel adjustments while the engine is running . Take all persons...
... hidden hazards. Keep rear door closed when engine is in rotating parts. ALWAYS remove key (if equipped) and disconnect wire from engine exhaust can cause death or serious injury. Unintentional engine start the engine or operate mower without side discharge cover or side discharge deflector installed. Clear work . DO NOT mow wet grass. DO NOT run . DO NOT attempt to start models) and disconnect spark plug wire to make cutting height wheel adjustments while the engine is running . Take all persons...
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... battery. DO NOT overfill. Be especially cautious when changing direction on or near any spilled fuel before clearing clogs or cleaning unit. On self-propelled models, wheel drive must stop and disconnect spark plug wire before starting engine. Do not use approved fuel containers. • NO Smoking! • NO Sparks! • NO Flames! • Allow engine to cool before removing fuel cap. ALWAYS shut off engine, and remove key, and close fuel shutoff valve when...
... battery. DO NOT overfill. Be especially cautious when changing direction on or near any spilled fuel before clearing clogs or cleaning unit. On self-propelled models, wheel drive must stop and disconnect spark plug wire before starting engine. Do not use approved fuel containers. • NO Smoking! • NO Sparks! • NO Flames! • Allow engine to cool before removing fuel cap. ALWAYS shut off engine, and remove key, and close fuel shutoff valve when...
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... the State of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up can cause death or serious injury. Wash hands after handling. Charge batteries in good condition. Keep mower free of California to cool and disconnect spark plug wire before inspecting, servicing, adjusting or repairing unit. Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie downs will support unit during maintenance. NEVER straighten or weld blades. Use only replacement parts designed for...
... the State of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up can cause death or serious injury. Wash hands after handling. Charge batteries in good condition. Keep mower free of California to cool and disconnect spark plug wire before inspecting, servicing, adjusting or repairing unit. Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie downs will support unit during maintenance. NEVER straighten or weld blades. Use only replacement parts designed for...
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...Starter Handle 19. Engine/Blade Control 2. Wheel Drive Control (911193, 194) 3. Grass Bag 6. Height Adjustment Pins (911194) 9. Adjustable and Folding Handlebars 4. Side Discharge Deflector 16. Mulchmaster™ Plug 17. CONTROLS AND FEATURES 21 3 19 18 1 19 18 17 11 5 6 7 2 3 5 4 6 7 13 12 10 14 13 8 9 8 17 11 7 10 11 14 OM3195 12 11 16 15 9 Figure 4 1. Swivel Wheel Lock (911194) 5. Rear Door 7. Fuel Tank and Cap 8. Cutting Height Levers (2 Rear Wheel Adjusters, 2 Front Wheel Adjusters) 12. Air Filter 14. Handlebar Adjustment Holes 18. Speed Control...
...Starter Handle 19. Engine/Blade Control 2. Wheel Drive Control (911193, 194) 3. Grass Bag 6. Height Adjustment Pins (911194) 9. Adjustable and Folding Handlebars 4. Side Discharge Deflector 16. Mulchmaster™ Plug 17. CONTROLS AND FEATURES 21 3 19 18 1 19 18 17 11 5 6 7 2 3 5 4 6 7 13 12 10 14 13 8 9 8 17 11 7 10 11 14 OM3195 12 11 16 15 9 Figure 4 1. Swivel Wheel Lock (911194) 5. Rear Door 7. Fuel Tank and Cap 8. Cutting Height Levers (2 Rear Wheel Adjusters, 2 Front Wheel Adjusters) 12. Air Filter 14. Handlebar Adjustment Holes 18. Speed Control...
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... Adjust handlebar to injury. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Engine/Blade Control CAUTION: Check function of control could cause injury. STOP START and RUN GB - 11 CAUTION: On self-propelled models, both rear wheels must be set at same height or traction drive may not work . The engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have it repaired before using unit. Read and understand the entire Safety section before adjusting cutting height...
... Adjust handlebar to injury. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Engine/Blade Control CAUTION: Check function of control could cause injury. STOP START and RUN GB - 11 CAUTION: On self-propelled models, both rear wheels must be set at same height or traction drive may not work . The engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have it repaired before using unit. Read and understand the entire Safety section before adjusting cutting height...
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... is installed. CAUTION: If clog or obstruction prevents grass flow, release engine/blade control and disconnect spark plug wire before attempting to cool. 3. Fill fuel tank. (see SPECIFICATIONS on the fuel stabilizer container. Wheel Swivels Lock - Clean fuel cap and surrounding area. 4. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on page 27page 27 for correct type and grade of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel...
... is installed. CAUTION: If clog or obstruction prevents grass flow, release engine/blade control and disconnect spark plug wire before attempting to cool. 3. Fill fuel tank. (see SPECIFICATIONS on the fuel stabilizer container. Wheel Swivels Lock - Clean fuel cap and surrounding area. 4. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on page 27page 27 for correct type and grade of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel...
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... Hook grass bag frame on mower. Shut off unit. 2. NOTE: Rear door must close flush. Replace worn or damaged bag with hose and allow grass clumps or a grass coating to collect inside of grass bag frame to dry. Make sure deflector covers discharge opening. 6. Close rear door. Grass Bag Removal 1. Shut off unit. 2. To Mulch 1. Remove grass bag and install side discharge cover. 3. To Bag CAUTION: Check grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Install side discharge cover. 4. Attach side discharge deflector to lift bag off...
... Hook grass bag frame on mower. Shut off unit. 2. NOTE: Rear door must close flush. Replace worn or damaged bag with hose and allow grass clumps or a grass coating to collect inside of grass bag frame to dry. Make sure deflector covers discharge opening. 6. Close rear door. Grass Bag Removal 1. Shut off unit. 2. To Mulch 1. Remove grass bag and install side discharge cover. 3. To Bag CAUTION: Check grass bag frequently for wear or deterioration. Install side discharge cover. 4. Attach side discharge deflector to lift bag off...
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...performance, cut . Manual Start 1. With engine/blade control held against bracket. 6. Vary cutting pattern with engine at full throttle. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let starter handle snap against the handlebar, grasp starter handle and pull rope slowly until engine starts. (If engine does not start engine. Do not set cutting height too low. Release the wheel drive control (self- NOTE: Start engine on mower pan, avoid operating over bare ground with rapid continuous full arm stroke to stop completely (self-propelled models). 2. Release the engine/blade control. 2. STARTING AND...
...performance, cut . Manual Start 1. With engine/blade control held against bracket. 6. Vary cutting pattern with engine at full throttle. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let starter handle snap against the handlebar, grasp starter handle and pull rope slowly until engine starts. (If engine does not start engine. Do not set cutting height too low. Release the wheel drive control (self- NOTE: Start engine on mower pan, avoid operating over bare ground with rapid continuous full arm stroke to stop completely (self-propelled models). 2. Release the engine/blade control. 2. STARTING AND...
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...See engine manual for further maintenance and troubleshooting information. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Performed Before 25 50 100 Each hrs hrs hrs Use Check • Engine/Blade Control Check Wheel • Drive Control Check Grass • Bag Clean Unit • Check Engine • Oil Check Mower • Blade Check Drive • Belt Check Fasteners Check Air Cleaner Change Engine Oil • • • • •* Change Engine Oil Filter General Lubrication • • Check Spark • Plug Check Engine • • Cooling Check Muffler...
...See engine manual for further maintenance and troubleshooting information. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Performed Before 25 50 100 Each hrs hrs hrs Use Check • Engine/Blade Control Check Wheel • Drive Control Check Grass • Bag Clean Unit • Check Engine • Oil Check Mower • Blade Check Drive • Belt Check Fasteners Check Air Cleaner Change Engine Oil • • • • •* Change Engine Oil Filter General Lubrication • • Check Spark • Plug Check Engine • • Cooling Check Muffler...
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... spark plug wire. 2. Sharpen if necessary. Air Lift 4. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT on unit. CHECK GRASS BAG Check grass bag frequently for instructions. CHECK MOWER BLADE See Figure 11. Contact your Ariens Dealer. Sharpen the Mower Blades CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blades while on page 22. Air Lift Erosion Figure 11 OT0792 GB - 18 Check the level of debris, oil or fuel spills to unit. See engine manual for wear or deterioration. Replace if necessary. Connect spark plug wire. Check mower blade balance before each use...
... spark plug wire. 2. Sharpen if necessary. Air Lift 4. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL ADJUSTMENT on unit. CHECK GRASS BAG Check grass bag frequently for instructions. CHECK MOWER BLADE See Figure 11. Contact your Ariens Dealer. Sharpen the Mower Blades CAUTION: DO NOT sharpen mower blades while on page 22. Air Lift Erosion Figure 11 OT0792 GB - 18 Check the level of debris, oil or fuel spills to unit. See engine manual for wear or deterioration. Replace if necessary. Connect spark plug wire. Check mower blade balance before each use...
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... Fitting Blade Bolt OA0013 Figure 12 CHECK DRIVE BELT (Self-Propelled Models) Check drive belt and replace if worn or damaged. CHECK AIR CLEANER See engine manual for debris, cracks, wear, or other damage. Replace terminal if damaged. To prevent overheating, air must be replaced every 100 hours of operation or yearly (more often if conditions require) remove blower housing and clean cooling fins. CHECK MUFFLER Check muffler for specific information. 3. CHECK FASTENERS Check all fasteners for instructions and...
... Fitting Blade Bolt OA0013 Figure 12 CHECK DRIVE BELT (Self-Propelled Models) Check drive belt and replace if worn or damaged. CHECK AIR CLEANER See engine manual for debris, cracks, wear, or other damage. Replace terminal if damaged. To prevent overheating, air must be replaced every 100 hours of operation or yearly (more often if conditions require) remove blower housing and clean cooling fins. CHECK MUFFLER Check muffler for specific information. 3. CHECK FASTENERS Check all fasteners for instructions and...
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... . Do not bend speed control rod. Set the right rear wheel to its lowest cutting height, and the left rear wheel to underneath the deck. Adjust rear wheels to help prevent fuel spills. Blade 2. Engine Pulley 6. Bolt, Lock Washer & Flat Washer Pin Figure 15 Figure 14 OM1800 GB - 20 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Self-Propelled Models) To remove drive belt: 1. IMPORTANT: Be sure the belt seats in reverse order. Idler 3. Place unit on the bracket. Remove fuel cap, place a piece of belt. 7. IMPORTANT: Remove plastic from fuel cap after unit is...
... . Do not bend speed control rod. Set the right rear wheel to its lowest cutting height, and the left rear wheel to underneath the deck. Adjust rear wheels to help prevent fuel spills. Blade 2. Engine Pulley 6. Bolt, Lock Washer & Flat Washer Pin Figure 15 Figure 14 OM1800 GB - 20 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT (Self-Propelled Models) To remove drive belt: 1. IMPORTANT: Be sure the belt seats in reverse order. Idler 3. Place unit on the bracket. Remove fuel cap, place a piece of belt. 7. IMPORTANT: Remove plastic from fuel cap after unit is...
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.... 8. Debris in gear set. Raise cutting height. 3. Empty grass bag and do not allow it to restart PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Check wheel drive control cable. Spark plug wire loose or off engine.) 1. Mowing speed is installed. 1. Grass bag is poor 1. Bearings damaged. 9. Check fuel level. Replace belt (see CHECK MOWER BLADE on idler arm. Contact your Dealer. 9. Rear wheels at different cutting heights. 5. Allow grass to dry. 3. Allow grass to dry. 4. Remove mulching plug. 1. Engage wheel drive control. 2. Adjust as necessary. 1. Contact...
.... 8. Debris in gear set. Raise cutting height. 3. Empty grass bag and do not allow it to restart PROBABLE CAUSE 1. Check wheel drive control cable. Spark plug wire loose or off engine.) 1. Mowing speed is installed. 1. Grass bag is poor 1. Bearings damaged. 9. Check fuel level. Replace belt (see CHECK MOWER BLADE on idler arm. Contact your Dealer. 9. Rear wheels at different cutting heights. 5. Allow grass to dry. 3. Allow grass to dry. 4. Remove mulching plug. 1. Engage wheel drive control. 2. Adjust as necessary. 1. Contact...
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... warranty: Warranty Code Warranty Exception Warranty Period Use Detail All Batteries 1 Year Consumer Prorated All Belts, Muffler, Tires None Commercial These components are covered by engine manufacturer's warranty. All Engines See Engine Manufacturer's Warranty All Engines are not covered when used at multiple locations is considered "Commercial Use." Consumer Mowing Equipment Limited Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand lawn and garden consumer products purchased on Zero-Turn Riders HA Batteries...
... warranty: Warranty Code Warranty Exception Warranty Period Use Detail All Batteries 1 Year Consumer Prorated All Belts, Muffler, Tires None Commercial These components are covered by engine manufacturer's warranty. All Engines See Engine Manufacturer's Warranty All Engines are not covered when used at multiple locations is considered "Commercial Use." Consumer Mowing Equipment Limited Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely and Countax brand lawn and garden consumer products purchased on Zero-Turn Riders HA Batteries...
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... the place of warranty service at owner's expense. • Have the warranty service performed by the Ariens Company for use of its products. Warranty service is limited to service within the area originally distributed. • In countries other than what is expressly made in the Limitations section above: lubricants, spark plugs, oil, oil filters, air filters, fuel filters, brake linings, brake arms, brake shoes, skid shoes, scraper blades, shear bolts, mower blades, mower vanes, brushes, headlights, light bulbs, knives...
... the place of warranty service at owner's expense. • Have the warranty service performed by the Ariens Company for use of its products. Warranty service is limited to service within the area originally distributed. • In countries other than what is expressly made in the Limitations section above: lubricants, spark plugs, oil, oil filters, air filters, fuel filters, brake linings, brake arms, brake shoes, skid shoes, scraper blades, shear bolts, mower blades, mower vanes, brushes, headlights, light bulbs, knives...
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... -road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period. (2.) Any warranted part that the evaporative emission control system when installed was: (1.) Designed, built, and equipped so as : fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps...
... -road engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remaining warranty period. (2.) Any warranted part that the evaporative emission control system when installed was: (1.) Designed, built, and equipped so as : fuel tanks, fuel lines, fuel caps, valves, canisters, filters, vapor hoses, clamps...
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...; Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap and Tether • Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps* • Pressure Relief Valves, Control Valves* • Control Solenoids*, Electronic Controls* • Vacuum Control Diaphragms* • Control Cables*, Control Linkages* • Purge Valves • Vapor Hoses, Liquid/Vapor Separator • Carbon Canister, Canister Mounting Brackets • Carburetor Purge Port Connector * As related to the evaporative emission control system Disclaimer New equipment sold in the preceding CARB and EPA Warranty Statement. Evaporative Emission Warranty Parts List...
...; Fuel Tank, Fuel Cap and Tether • Fuel Line, Fuel Line Fittings, Clamps* • Pressure Relief Valves, Control Valves* • Control Solenoids*, Electronic Controls* • Vacuum Control Diaphragms* • Control Cables*, Control Linkages* • Purge Valves • Vapor Hoses, Liquid/Vapor Separator • Carbon Canister, Canister Mounting Brackets • Carburetor Purge Port Connector * As related to the evaporative emission control system Disclaimer New equipment sold in the preceding CARB and EPA Warranty Statement. Evaporative Emission Warranty Parts List...