Product Manual

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 4 for all controls and features
locations.
Safety Interlock System
Perform the following tests to ensure the
safety interlock system is working properly. If
the unit does not perform as stated contact
your Ariens dealer for repairs.
Ignition Switch
Operate ignition switch
with a removable key.
Ignition switch has three
positions: Stop (1),
Run (2), Start (3). See
STARTING AND
SHUTTING OFF
ENGINE on page 19 for
detailed instructions on
how to start engine.
Throttle
Fast (1) – Increases engine
speed.
Slow (2) – Decreases engine
speed.
Choke
Pull choke control out to start a
cold engine.
Push choke control in when
engine is warm.
Parking Brake Lever
Engages (2) and
disengages (1) parking
brake.
Power Take-Off (PTO) Switch
Engages (2)
and
disengages
(1) mower
blades.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the entire
Safety section before proceeding.
WARNING: Safety interlock failure
and improper operation of unit can
result in death or serious injury.
Check system before each use to
make sure it is functioning
properly.
Test Steering Lever PTO Parking Brake Engine
1 Neutral Position Off Engaged Starts
2 Neutral Position On Engaged Doesn’t Start
3 Neutral Position Off Disengaged Doesn’t Start
4*+ Out of Neutral Position Off Disengaged Shuts Off
5*+ Neutral Position On Engaged Shuts Off
* Test with engine running. + Operator lifts off seat.
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