Product Manual

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MOVE UNIT MANUALLY
Bypass the transaxles to move the unit with
the engine off. See Figure 14.
IMPORTANT: There is one transaxle bypass
lever on each side of unit. Ensure that both
levers are fully in front or rear position.
1. Stop engine, remove key and wait for
moving parts to stop and for hot parts to
cool. See Stop the Engine on page 17.
2. Pull both transaxle bypass levers out into
bypass position.
3. Release parking brake and push unit to
desired location.
4. Engage parking brake.
5. Return transaxle bypass levers to
operating position. See Figure 15.
TRANSPORT UNIT
1. Push deck lift pedal completely forward to
engage transport lock. Release pedal.
2. Move unit to transport vehicle.
3. Stop engine, engage parking brake,
remove key from ignition.
4. Secure mower frame to transport vehicle.
NOTICE: NEVER secure unit to vehicle from
rods or linkages that could be damaged.
RELEASE TRANSPORT LOCK
1. Push deck lift pedal forward and lift
transport lock release lever.
2. Slowly return mower lift pedal to resting
position.
Proper maintenance can prolong the life of
unit. The Maintenance Schedule on page 19
shows the recommended service schedule.
Your Ariens dealer can provide service and
adjustments to keep your unit operating at
peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine
manufacturer’s service center for engine
service.
More frequent service may be required due to
working conditions (heavy loads, high
ambient temperatures, dusty conditions, or
airborne debris).
See the maintenance instructions in the
Engine Manual for additional information.
SERVICE POSITION
1. Park unit on a flat, level surface.
2. Stop engine, remove key and wait for
moving parts to stop and for hot parts to
cool.
3. Chock wheels. Strap and clamp unit onto
lift, if used.
4. Place steering levers in neutral position
and rotate outward.
5. Engage parking brake.
6. Rotate seat forward. See Figure 16.
Figure 14
Figure 15
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the
Safety section before
proceeding.