Ariens 929002 User's Manual
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1. ARIENS COMPANY BRILLION WIS 54110 HYDROSTATIE 78403 R H SIDE STRIPE 78340 CHOKE CCHS 78244 1 EACH SIDE WARNING Rotating parts under entire housing Keep hands and feet away dar IGNITION w 78265 STARTING PROCEDURE EMERGENCY BRAKING Place control laver n Park Start L pedal fully pipe oc UAM NE 78269 ON LEFT HAND n ALA SIDE OF MOWER PAN OEE Era gt CLA DISENGAGE mg ATTACHMENT DRIVE CAUTION 78338 WIDTH OF CUT 78270 a EE AA WARNING ROTATING FAN 2 net stand near machine while it ls in motion 4 Keep hands feet and clothing COMPLIANCE WITH CANADIAN RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS CERTIFIED REPLACE SPARK PLUG WITH RESISTOR SPARK PLUG ONLY CERTFIE CONFORME AU REGLEMENT CANADIEN SUR LE BROUILLACE RADIOELECTRIQUE REMPLACER LA ROUGIE PAR UNE ROUGIE A RESISTANCE SEULEMENT 78280 UNDER REAR DECK E INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION 9 Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle un EM 1 Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THE OWNER S MANUAL attended such as disengaging the power take off lowering the attachment shifting into park setting the parking brake 2 Do not allow children to operate the vehicle Do not allow stopping the engine and removing the key adults to operate i2. 18 7 5 10 029070 BRAKE PIVOT Gear 1 31 067002 PIN Cotter 3 32 x 1 1 1 029071 BRAKE PIVOT Hydrostatic 1 32 066003 KEY Woodruff No 9 1 1 11 055024 BUSHING 1 1 33 060030 SCREW Hex Socket 1 1 12 029037 BRAKE DRUM 1 1 1 4 20 x 5 8 13 29252 BRAKE BAND W Lining 1 1 34 065099 NUT Hex Jam 1 4 20 1 1 M 062023 BOLT Carriage 5 16 18 1 1 2 1 1 35 058019 PIN Grooved 3 16 1 TypeE 2 2 15 029072 ARM 1 1 36 059005 SCREW 3 8 16x 1 1 4 1 1 16 029073 BRAKE LOCK 1 1 37 064008 WASHER Flat 3 8 1 17 075052 KNOB 1 1 38 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 1 18 083109 SPRING 1 d 38 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 1 19 055077 BEARING Nylon 2 2 20 029077 ROD 1 21 029080 ANGLE 1 31 PTO LINKAGE BELT amp SHEAVE BELT GUIDE ALL BELT GUIDES f SHOULD HAVE 1 8 CLEARANCE FO DS m O ON ABS FLOATING o A oce X PTO LINKAGE BELT amp SHEAVE 33 5 8 REF PART 9 S8 NO NO DESCRIPTION 8 1 029098 HANDLE 1 1 2 075052 KNOB 1 1 3 029104 PIN 1 1 4 029103 SPACER 1 1 5 064105 WASHER Special 1 1 6 029102 GUIDE TUBE 1 1 7 083114 SPRING 1 1 8 029097 ROD 1 1 9 083118 SPRING 1 1 10 029101 CLEVIS 1 1 11 055084 BUSHING 2 2 12 029100 SUPPORT 1 1 13 029099 IDLER PIVOT 1 1 14 064100 WASHER Special 1 1 15 073101 IDLER 2 2 16 029136 BELT FINGER 1 1 17 029137 BELT FINGER 2 2 18 072101 V BELT 1 1 19 067004 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 1 3 3
3. z 7 Check the engine crankcase oil level daily or every five mon L hours of operation The oil level should be maintained to the Y Full mark on the dipstick Figure 12 Never allow the oil nnn les level to fall below the Add mark or serious engine damage Figure 10 could result DO NOT OVERFILL Oil level must never BE CAREFU K E exceed the full mark Oil capacity is 2 U S pints 1 BEFORE SERVICING ANY ATTACHMENT DISENGAGE POWER To check the oil place the tractor on level surface stop SHUT OFF ENGINE the engine and wipe all dirt and dust from around the dip stick Figure 12 Pull dipstick out wipe off the oil and re insert by pushing it down tightly until it snaps into place Pull dipstick out and observe the oil level Add sufficient oil of the proper viscosity see chart to bring the level up to the Full mark MAKE SURE BLADES OR AUGER HAS STOP PED REVOLVING DISCONNECT ENGINE SPARK PLUG CABLE 2 KEEP CHILDREN BYSTANDERS AND PETS OUT OF THE WORKING AREA 3 KEEP HANDS FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM POWER DRIVEN PARTS Lawn and Garden Attachments Ariens SAE 10W 30 MS or equivalgs Snow Removal Equi aquiva 4 KEEP ALL SHIELDS AND GUAROS IN PLACE ment Page 8 aon 3 A ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLU Sam ENGINE OIL DIP STIC BS 22 en 2 IMPORTANT ENGINE WILL SMOKE EXCESSIVELY I
4. d M3 NG N M RO N o ROTARY MOWER 36 829001 SERIAL NUMBER 000301 AND UP FN REF PART 5 REF PART Nac N DESCRIPTION NO NO DESCRIPTION 1 529004 MOWER DECK 36 1 33 02917 SHIM 9 AR 2 029146 SHIELD 1 34 729004 MULCHER KIT 3 029153 SUPPORT 1 35 074046 SCREW Self Tapping 1 4 x 1 2 6 4 029176 LINK 2 36 064007 WASHER Flat 1 4 6 5 029152 IDLER ARM 1 37 064039 WASHER Special 2 6 063011 LOCKWASHER No 10 1 38 067004 _ PIN Cotter 1 8 x 1 3 7 073059 IDLER 1 39 062029 BOLT Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 16 8 083117 SPRING 1 40 062008 WASHER Flat 3 8 10 9 083127 SPRING gt 1 41 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 19 10 029151 IDLER ARM 1 42 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 19 11 073054 IDLER 1 43 063006 LOCKWASHER 1 2 1 12 072077 V BELT 1 44 065021 NUT Hex 1 2 13 1 13 073053 SHEAVE 2 45 064003 WASHER Flat 1 2 2 14 029154 SHEAVE 1 46 059005 CAP SCREW H H u 1 4 2 15 031044 FLANGE 3 47 065001 NUT Hex 3 8 2 18 064048 WASHER Special 3 48 062016 BOLT Carriage e 1 17 031144 SPACER Split 445 Thick 3 49 063027 LOCKWASHER Int Tooth 3 4 3 18 054120 BEARING Ball 6 50 065016 NUT Hex Jam 3 4 16 UNF 3 19 029156 SHAFT Outside 2 51 066003 KEY Woodruff No 9 3 20 029155 SHAFT Center 1 52 064140 WASHER Flat 5 8 4 21 029187 BLADE 3 53 059004 SCREW HH 3 8
5. damaged beit MOWER BLADE CARE Blades should be kept sharp and tightly mounted at all times They can be sharpened on the mower with a file or re moved and sharpened on a grinding wheel IMPORTANT ALWAYS FOLLOW THE ORIGINAL CUTTING EDGE BEVEL WHEN SHARPENING THE BLADES AND SHARPEN BOTH ENDS EVENLY TO MAINTAIN PROPER BALANCE Special cupped washers help protect the mower by allowing the blade to slip on the spindles if a solid object is struck NOTE WHEN REPLACING A BLADE ALWAYS INSTALL THE SPECIAL CUPPED WASHER WITH THE CON CAVE SIDE FACING THE BLADE AND TIGHTEN THE BLADE MOUNTING BOLTS TO 50 60 FT LBS TORQUE FIGURE 41 STORING THE MOWER The following maintenance is recommended at the end of each mowing season 1 Remove mower from the tractor using the procedure out lined in this manual 2 Remove all buildup of material under the deck 3 Remove rust from any exposed metal and cover the areas with paint or a light coat of 4 Store the mower in a dry place OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT MULCHING KIT An optional mulching kit is available for the 36 RM Rotary Mower This kit can be used when grass or leaves are to be finely chopped and discharged into the stubble under mower deck rather than through the discharge opening FRAME STEERING FRONT AXLE FRONT WHEEL amp SPINDLE pr FRAME STEERING FRONT AXLE FRONT WHEEL amp SPINDLE EN REF PART NO NO 1 029002 529009 2 02
6. THE ENGINE O PEDAL Hydrostatic Models Figure 1 When this pedal is depressed the hydrostatic control lever will return to neutral and stop the forward or reverse motion of the tractor At the same time the pedal actuates an independent brake which provides an additional means of stopping the tractor HYDROSTATIC NEUTRALIZER AND BRAKE NOTE ALWAYS REMOVE HAND FROM HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER BEFORE DEPRESSING THE NEU TRALIZER AND BRAKE PEDAL THE TWO CONTROLS ARE INTERCONNECTED OPERATING THEM SIMUL TANEOUSLY COULD RESULT IN DAMAGED OR MIS ADJUSTED LINKAGE Figure 3 CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL Gear Shift Models Figure 4 The clutch brake pedal performs two functions 1 When depressed to the midway range the clutch dis engages and the transmission can be shifted to any desired gear When the clutch brake pedal is fully depressed the brake actuates and stops the tractor NOTE Always release the pedal slowly for smooth ac celeration Do not allow foot to rest on pedal except for clutching braking functions BRAKE LOCK Figures 2 and A brake lock is provided on both hydrostatic and gear shift models to prevent the tractor from moving when parked or left unattended m To lock the brake push the brake lock forward with the foot pedal fully depressed Then release the foot pedal Figure 2 shows the brake lock engaged Figure 3 shows it disengaged IMPORTANT ENGAGE THE
7. Place gear shift lever in first gear and apply brake lock Stop engine and remove ignition key N FabJusTING BLADE LEVEL AND PITCH Raise the mower by pulling the attachment lift lever rear _ Page 18 Proper leveling of the blades is essential in obtaining a smooth evenly cut lawn Blade pitch is correct when the front blade tips are slightly lower than the rear blade tips Improper pitch adjustment will affect engine power require ments can cause uneven cutting 1 3 Start the engine as outlined 1 in the TRACTOR OPERATION _ Use the following procedure to adjust blade level and section Co pitch 0 E 1 Check tire pressure and adjust as required front tires l 10 Ibs rear tires 6 Ibs Place tractor on a smooth level surface preferably a concrete slab or smooth floor Place cutting height adjustment lever Figure 37 in the highest cutting position With the attachment lift lever lower the mower so the roller assembly firmly rests on the floor Rotate the blades until they are parallel to the roller assembly as shown in Figure 39 Measure distances A and B from end of blade tips to the floor These distanc Ces should be equal If they are not equal loosen ro assembly adjusting bolt C or D and pivot the mower d up or down until distances A and B are equal with the roller resting firmiy on the floor ROLLER EMDEN Figure 39 NOTE I
8. Figure 10 until the lock disengages 3 Depress clutch brake pedal approximately halfway into the shifting range as shown in Figure 10 Place gear shift lever into the desired gear and slowly release the pedal to provide smooth acceleration IMPORTANT DO NOT FORCE GEAR SHIFT LEVER IF GEAR DOES NOT ENGAGE RETURN LEVER TO NEU TRAL RELEASE PEDAL AND REPEAT THE CEDURE THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE IN THE SHIFTING RANGE TO ENGAGE ANY SELECTED GEAR DEPRESSING THE PEDAL TOO FAR LOCKS THE TRANSMISSION MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT GEARS DEPRESSING THE PEDAL TOO LITTLE WILL CAUSE GEAR CLASH AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION Page 7 IMPORTANT TRACTOR MUST BE COMPLETELY STOPPED WHEN SHIFTING GEARS SERIOUS TRANS MISSION DAMAGE CAN RESULT IF GEARS ARE SHIFT ED WITH TRACTOR IN MOTION 4 Select the desired throttle speed with the throttie choke control lever When operating a power driven attachment operate the engine at fuli throttle 3400 3500 RPM unless otherwise specified and control travel speed by selecting an appropriate gear LUBRICATION Proper lubrication according to a regular schedule is a vital part of maintaining the Model 5 8 Garden Tractor The following lubrication schedule should be followed closely Use clean fresh regular grade of automotive gasoline Do not use premium gasoline Do not mix oil with gasoline 5 To start the mower or snow thrower engage the imple me
9. bd 78265 STARTING PROCEDURE DISENGAGE m ENGAGE Y Place shitt lever n Neutral b ATTACHMENT DRIVE attachment drive 5 1 Ne a a throttle to choke postion D ave tracto Goth SN by 78338 h fully to nate engine stopped place shift lever in neutral r release brake CAUTION TS WIDTH OF CUT ee 78270 CAUTION 1 Ketp shields in place 2 Bolero vervicina machine Shut eff engine mahe sure mechaniem has Keep atl place 78276 WARNING 2977 oc AS N 0004 TESTED BY INDEPENOENT LAGORATOAY COMPLIANCE WITH CANADIAN RADIO INTERFERENCE REGULATIONS CERTIFIED REPLACE SPARK PLUG WITH RESISTOR SPARK PLUG ONLY REMPLACER LA ROUGIE PAR UNE ROUGIE A RESISTANCE SEULEMENT 78400 UNDER FRONT DECK NEXT TO SPARK PLUG BE AWARE OF SAFETY DECALS 15 When using any attachments never direct discharge of 20 To reduce fire hazard keep the engine free of grass leaves material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the vehicle or excessive grease while in operation Rotating parts under entire housing 3 Oe net stand near machine white is In Keep hands and feet away 4 Keep hands feet and clothing away Irom pawerdriven parta 5 Check for and repair any damage caused by striking solid objects 78269 ON LEFT HAND SIDE OF MOWER PAN 78271 21 The vehicle and attachments should be stopped and in spec
10. e FILLER CAP SAN 22 e RS Wok N EN 0 RN ON SERVOIR 65 gt ao SL a XPANSION RE Figure46 DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL hydrostatic models Check the differential oil level on hydrostatic tractors using the following procedure 1 Place tractor on a level surface 2 Remove the oil level and filler plug from the rear of the transmission Figure 47 3 Oil should reach the level and filler plug hole If it does not add Ariens Premium Gear Lube MP 90 SAE 90 until the proper level is reached S FILLER AND OIL LEVEL PLUG HYDROSTATIC DIFFERENTIAL Figure 47 FILL FUEL TANK Fill fuel tank with clean fresh regular grade gasoline Do not use premium gasoline ADJUST TIRE PRESSURE Tires are over inflated for shipping purposes Correct tire pressures are essential for proper handling or attachment performance Adjust tire pressures as shown in the chart Use alow pressure gauge for accurate readings LAWN WORK DESCRIPTION SNOW THROWER AND FRONT BLADE WORK Front tires 15 x 6 00 6 10 12 Rear tires 20 x 8 00 10 6 ASSEMBLE MOWER 1 Remove shipping straps from front support bar and belt idler ATTACH MOWER TO THE TRACTOR Use the following procedure to attach the mower to the tractor 1 Remove ignition key Place implement power clutch lever in the disengaged position and engage the tractor brake lock Sees MP
11. 029120 CONSOLE Gear 1 029121 CONSOLE Hydrostatic 1 14 029254 RUNNING BOARD L H 1 1 15 029253 RUNNING BOARD R H 1 1 16 529006 BASE Gear 1 17 529005 BASE Hydro 1 18 075058 STOP Pressure Sensitive Backing 2 2 19 064007 WASHER Flat 1 4 8 8 20 063002 LOCKWASHER 1 4 10 10 21 065032 NUT 1 4 20 10 10 22 062029 Carriage 3 8 16x1 6 6 23 061041 SCREW Machine 1 4 20x 5 8 6 6 24 064008 WASHER Flat 3 8 10 10 25 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 18 18 26 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 14 14 27 061045 SCREW Machine 5 16 18 x 1 27 2 2 28 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 14 14 29 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 22 22 30 059022 CAPSCREW HH 5 16 18 x 3 4 6 6 31 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 16 16 32 059003 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18x 1 4 4 33 059135 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 x 18 x 3 4 5 4 4 34 059004 CAP SCREW 3 8 16x1 8 8 35 061042 SCREW Machine 5 16 18 x 3 4 4 4 36 062011 8011 Carriage 5 16 18x 3 4 2 2 37 69094 J CLAMP 1 1 REAR WHEELS amp AXLE BELT amp DRIVE HYDROSTATICs c lt 7 NOTE USE PERMATEX WHEN REPLACING GASKET p NOTE KEEP RESERVOIR REF NO 24 HALF FULL WITH TYPE A TRANSMISSION FLUID N REF PART 8 DESCRIPTION amp 1 029265 IDLER ARM 1 2 055077 BEARING Nylon 2 3 083111 SPRING 1 4 073054 IDLER 1 5 010360 SPACER 1 6 029041 SHEAVE 1 7 029142 SPACER 1 8 029043 FAN 1 9 064
12. 16 y 1 031191 WASHER Special 3 54 059156 CAP SCREW Socket Hd No 10 24 x 3 8 1 2 059153 CAPSCREW 7 16 20 x 1 65 065055 Hex No 10 24 1 T UT UNF Gr 5 3 56 064108 WASHER 6 24 031141 ROLLER 5 25 029150 SHAFT 1 26 031156 LINK 1 27 629019 ADJUSTER Roller 1 28 055089 BUSHING 2 Mulcher Kit Consists of Mulcher Plate and the Following Hardware 29 075069 GRIP 1 60 062035 BOLT CARRIAGE 3 8 x 3 4 2 30 029178 PN Oo TD 61 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 2 31 067029 HAIRPIN COTTER 1 62 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 2 i 32 072078 V BELT 39 MUFFLER FUEL LINES amp TANK REF PART 2 029162 3 029110 4 029114 5 029115 6 031536 7 029113 8 029108 9 029112 10 070009 11 065070 12 059140 13 084123 15 065124 16 029172 17 SS DESCRIPTION FUEL TANK GUAGE BRACE STRAP VALVE Shut Off HOSE 4 long 1 4 1D FUEL FILTER HOSE 8 3 4 tong 1 4 ID FLANGE WHIZLOCK SCREW LOCKNUT Hex 1 4 20 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 1 1 2 Grade 5 WASHER Flat 5 16 NUT Hex 5 16 18 Grade C CLIP ENGINE BRIGGS 191707 Type 0636 Order Replacement Engine and or Engine Replacement Parts From Respective Engine Manufacturer 40 WZ lt 929001 a A a 4 4 4 4 1 929002 N mm eo A A ot 2
13. 19 029085 SHEAVE 1 1 20 64088 WASHER 2 2 21 029089 BEARING HOUSING 1 1 22 054073 BALL BEARING 2 v3 23 029086 SHEAVE PTO 1 1 24 064108 WASHER Special AR AR 25 057012 SNAP RING 1 1 26 029087 BELT GUIDE 1 1 27 058034 ROLL PIN 1 8 x 3 4 1 1 28 062029 BOLT Carriage 3 8 16 1 4 4 29 062008 WASHER Flat 3 8 14 14 30 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 14 14 31 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 14 14 32 067004 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 1 6 6 33 062016 BOLT Carriage 3 8 16x 1 1 4 2 2 34 059004 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16x1 4 4 35 059005 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 x 16 x 1 1 4 4 4 36 066003 KEY Woodruff No 9 1 1 37 059003 CAPSCREW HH 5 16 18x 1 2 2 38 064002 WASHER Fiat 5 16 3 3 39 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 3 3 40 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 2 2 41 058050 PIN Groove 1 4 x 1 1 4 1 1 42 059039 CAPSCREW 5 16 18 x 1 2 1 1 43 069094 J CLAMP 1 1 35 DASH DASH CONTROLS 8 ELECTRICAL ENGINE N IMPLEMENT CLUTCH NEUTRAL SWITCH IFT OR HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL SWITCH MICRO SWITCH qt 845 kA m 12 le UN Leunrue In 0 LiGHT SWITCH MEA 13 3 CIRCUIT f S 8 GARDEN TRACTOR WIRING DIAGRAM BREAKER rE ahs ree o STANDARD EQUIPMENT 075 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT Naz b is E I w Y idi TAIL LIGHT A J CONNECTORS PART 8 REF PART e oa 1 N NO NO DESCRIPTION S 5 NO NO DESCR
14. Align ball joint of rear lift point to tractor lift arms and secure with the L shape attach ing pin and hairpin cotter provided Figure 37 6 Position drive belt over the drive and driven sheaves and place idler to the inside of the belt as shown in Figure 37 travel speeds may cause the engine to stall and then mower 3 to plug or a drive belt to slip 7 Position front support in the tractor saddle brackets and secure with the locks and latches see Figure 38 Figure 38 REMOVING MOWER FROM THE TRACTOR Reverse the attaching procedure to remove the mower from the tractor BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR Before operating your rotary mower carefully read this manual Become thoroughly familiar with the controls safety precautions and proper operating procedures The more familiar you become with the and mower the better results you will have ext nh Use the following procedure to operate the mower Move cutting height adjustment lever Figure 37 to one of the six positions available to obtain the desired height of cut ward until the lock snaps in 3 Drive tractor to the work area before starting the mower Slowly engage the power clutch with the engine running at throttle Increase engine speed to full throttle after the blades are rotating CAUTION KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY FROM THE AREA AIEE THE BLADES ARE ROT
15. bracket contacts the stop bolt as shown in Figure 30 Page 14 Figure 31 until the spring length is 2 5 8 PTO DRIVE BELT Implement Power 4 The PTO drive belt should be adjusted before the rear nuts B Figure 31 contact the pivot block when the imple ment power clutch is engaged or if the belt begins to slip Use the following procedure to adjust the belt 1 Engage implement power clutch and tighten nuts C NOTE When making this adjustment there must be clearance between the rear nuts B and the pivot block Move nuts B rearward if necessary to obtain this clearance before measuring ths spring length PEEL 2 Position belt guides D and E Figure 32 across from one another when the clutch is disengaged in such a manner that the belt is retained in the disengaged position In ad dition guide D must clear the engine sheave by 1 8 as the clutch is moved from the disengaged to the engaged position Move guide D rearward if necessary to obtain this clearance With clutch disengaged tighten nuts B Figure 31 to ob tain 1 4 clearance between the implement power clutch lever and rear of slot in the tractor frame ER PTO DRIVE OVERCENTER ASSEMBLY CONTROL LEVER PTO ENGAGED DISENGAGED Figure 31 M after adjustment the rear nuts B Figure 31 contact the pivot block when the clutch is engaged loosen bolt F Fig ure 32 and move the idler closer to the belt to provid
16. cam arm is free of the valve actuating rod 3 Loosen nut B first and then valve actuating rod C Figure 21 and remove the rod Be extremely careful not to allow dirt to enter the transmission 4 Remove the expansion reservoir filler cap and add Type A transmission fluid until the reservoir is full 5 Jack uprear of the tractor start the engine and operate at a slow idle speed 6 With engine running move speed control lever to both for ward and reverse positions until oil appears at the free wheeling valve hole 7 Replace free wheeling valve actuating rod C and tighten nut B Figure 21 to 30 inch pounds Tighten both parts carefully to prevent the small rubber o rings inside the cap from becoming damaged Page 11 Keep cable clamps securely tightened to terminals and keep battery hold down clamps tight to prevent vibration but do not overtighten as this could warp the case WARNING STORAGE BATTERIES GIVE OFF HIGHLY INFLAMMABLE HYDROGEN GAS NOT ALLOW SPARKS OR FLAME NEAR BA A TERY DO NOT LAY TOOLS ACROSS BATTERY x GG N TERMINALS WHICH MAY CAUSE A SPARK K FREE WHEELING gt 2 22 1 RESULTING IN AN EXPLOSION Maintain the battery at full charge during storage and during the winter months to prevent freezing When water is added during freezing weather run the engine at least one hour to bring the battery up to a full state of charge NOTE Figures 26 and 27 show the right rear tractor tire re
17. flushing with clean water Keeping the battery clean will prolong battery life After cleaning apply a light coat of grease to the terminal and cable ends Page 12 Figure 24 TN FUEL FILTER SERVICE When dirt or other foreign material is allowed to enter the fuel tank it will collect in the fuel filter eventually causing fuel stoppage If this occurs disassemble and clean the filter Figure 25 Figure 25 PRESSURES Check tire pressures at least once each month Inflate tires to pressures shown in the chart Use a low pressure tire gauge for accurate readings Keep tires properly inflated at all times Over inflation will cause operator discomfort Under inflation will cause short tire life Always see that the tire valve caps are in place and securely tightened to prevent air loss SNOW THROWER AND FRONT BLADE WORK DESCRIPTION LAWN WORK Front tires 15 X 6 00 6 10 12 Rear tires 20 x 8 00 10 6 6 ADJUSTMENTS BRAKE ADJUSTMENT If the brake does not hold or stop the tractor or if it is extremely difficult to engage the brake lock it is necessary to adjust the brake Use the following procedure 1 Depress clutch brake pedal and engage the brake lock to hold brake in the engaged position 2 Tighten nuts A Figure 26 until the compression spring measures 1 inch NOTE Nuts B must not touch the support when making the adjustment Allow at least 1 16 clearance between nu
18. for engine maintenance instructions If repairs or service are re quired for the engine see your Ariens dealer or the nearest authorized engine service station AIR CLEANER SERVICE Clean the air cleaner and re oil the element every 25 hours under normal operating conditions When operating in ex tremely dusty conditions perform this service at more fre quent intervals Use the following procedure to service the air cleaner 1 Raise the tractor hood Remove screws Figure 19 and lift off complete air cleaner assembly 2 Remove screen and spacers from the foam element Figure 19 3 Wash foam element in kerosene or liquid detergent and water to remove dirt Wrap foam in cloth and squeeze dry Let dry overnight 4 Saturate foam element in clean engine Squeeze to remove the oil a Re assemble parts and re install complete assembly on the carburetor E NOTE When re assembling the parts make certain the foam element extends over the edge of the air cleaner body The foam element will form a protective seal IMPORTANT NEVER RUN THE ENGINE WITH THE AIR CLEANER REMOVED ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM The engine is air cooled Grass particles chaff and dirt may clog the cooling system especially when mowing dry grass or operating in extremely dusty conditions Continued operation with a clogged cooling system may cause severe overheating and possible engine damage POSITION TANGS AS SHOWN 2 F
19. moved for clarity and for easier access to the brake adjustment POSITIVE AP TERMINAL 28574 NEGATIVE TERMINAL gt E N 8 Replace cam assembly Figure 22 Tighten nuts A so the 2 cam arm intersects the center of the valve actuating rod and the shaft has 1 32 end play gt y 9 Recheck the oil level 1f necessary add oil until the reservoir is half full HOLD DOWN BRACKET UA 7 ES UA NOTE THE CAM ARM MUST BE IN THE FORWARD POSITION BEFORE THE TRACTOR CAN BE OPERATED Figure 23 When installing the battery make certain the ground cable is connected to the negative terminal on the battery see Figure 23 Be sure the battery cable is connected to the positive terminal VER IMPORTANT REVERSED BATTERY CABLES OR RE VERSED CABLES FROM A BATTERY CHARGER OR BOOSTER BATTERY CAN BLOW THE 7 AMP FUSE SHOWN IN FIGURE 24 ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE TERMINAL AT THE FUSE WHEN CHARGING THE BAT TERY OR WHEN ELECTRIC WELDING IS DONE ON THE TRACTOR EN A 7 3 ie FUSE r Figure 22 BATTERY SERVICE Check the battery electrolyte level once each week or every 25 hours of operation Check it monthly if the tractor is idle or is in storage Add distilled water to bring the level to the bottom of the split ring in the filler tube of each cell Each spring and fall clean the battery and terminals with ammonia or bicarbonate of soda solution followed by
20. 099 WASHER Special 1 10 029042 SHIELD 1 t11 629010 DRIVE ASS Y HYDROSTATIC 1 12 029044 GASKET 1 13 TRANSMISSION Tecumseh No 1 1309 E 629002 WHEEL ASS Y Rear Consists of 2 14 071102 RIM 1 15 071101 TIRE 20 x 8 00 10 A 16 029160 SPACER 1 17 072102 V BELT Hydrostatic 1 18 066018 KEY Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 1 3 4 2 19 064029 WASHER Special 2 20 067027 COTTER T Head 2 21 029173 CAP Grease 2 22 023077 U BOLT amp CLAMP ASS Y 2 23 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 2 24 029045 RESERVOIR Oil 1 25 029001 CAP 1 26 029138 CLIP 1 27 029135 HOSE 1 28 029046 SPUR GEAR 1 The transmission is to be serviced and warrantied by Tecumseh Products t Assembly includes Ref 52 thru 62 25 REF PART NO NO DESCRIPTION 5299 29 029143 SPACER 30 057061 RING Retaining 31 057052 CLAMP Spring 32 069096 CLAMP Spring 33 064110 WASHER 34 058016 ROLL PIN 3 16 x 1 35 059140 CAPSCREW H H 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 Grade 5 36 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 37 065042 LOCKNUT 5 16 18 38 066006 KEY Woodruff No 3 39 059132 CAP SCREW HH 1 4 20 x 1 40 063002 LOCKWASHER 1 4 41 070009 FLANGE WHIZ LOCK SCREW 43 059141 SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 3 Grade 5 44 059023 SCREW HH 3 8 16 3 4 45 029105 SHEAVE 46 066026 KEY Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 2 1 2 47 059142 CAP SCREW HH 7 16 20 x 1 48 063005 LOCKWASHER 7 16 49 064047 WASHER Special 50 029139 SPACER 51 065039 LOCKNUT 3 8 16
21. 20 059149 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 2 1 4 Grade 5 1 1 21 064008 WASHER Flat 3 8 1 1 22 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 4 4 23 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 4 4 24 064007 WASHER Flat 1 4 5 5 25 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 1 1 26 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 3 3 27 065061 NUT Hex Jam 5 16 18 1 1 28 067016 PIN Cotter 5 32 1 1 1 29 059068 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 2 1 1 30 64043 WASHER Flat 3 8 b Wu cas 31 062012 BOLT Carriage 1 4 20x3 4 4 4 32 063002 LOCKWASHER 1 4 4 4 33 065032 NUT Hex 1 4 20 4 4 34 059041 SCREW HH 1 2 13 x 2 1 4 1 1 35 062006 80 7 Carriage 1 2 13 2 1 2 1 1 36 064120 WASHER Flat 1 2 1 1 37 063006 LOCKWASHER 1 2 1 1 38 065021 NUT Hex 1 2 1 1 39 064094 J CLAMP 1 1 40 064047 WASHER Flat 1 2 2 2 41 065097 LOCKNUT Hex 1 2 13 1 1 42 062029 BOLT Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 2 2 43 064102 WASHER Special 2 2 44 075055 GROMMET 1 1 HAND LIFT amp SHEAVE S 7 1 HAND LIFT amp SHEAVE REF PART s 8 NDS NO DESCRIPTION 5 8 1 029082 LIFT LEVER 1 1 2 029083 ROD 1 1 3 083104 SPRING 1 1 4 064096 WASHER Special 1 1 5 075053 GRIP 1 1 6 029084 BRACKET 1 1 7 029090 LIFT PLATE 1 1 8 055082 BUSHING Nylon 2 2 9 064097 WASHER Special 1 1 10 029091 STRIP 1 1 11 029088 LIFT 1 1 12 029141 SPACER 2 2 13 029092 LINK 1 1 14 029096 PIN 1 1 15 029093 LINK R H 1 1 16 029094 LINK L H 1 1 17 55089 BUSHING 8 8 18 029095 LINK 2 2
22. 5 065039 LOCKNUT Hex 3 8 16 2 46 062011 BOLT Carriage 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 2 47 062030 BOLT Carriage 1 4 20 x 3 1 2 1 48 064007 WASHER Flat 1 4 1 49 065070 LOCKNUT Hex 1 4 20 1 50 029220 LINING 2 51 068053 RIVET 4 SHIFT CONTROL amp LINKAGE GEAR 5 PART 5 DESCRIPTION 5 1 029047 LEVER ASSEMBLY 1 2 075049 HANDLE 1 3 029048 CHANNEL 1 4 055078 BUSHING Nylon 4 5 083116 SPRING 1 6 029049 ROD 4 7 029050 PIVOT 1 8 029051 SPACER 1 9 029025 SPACER Bushing ys 10 064104 WAHSER Special 4 11 059003 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 1 2 12 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 5 13 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 3 14 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 3 15 067021 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 1 1 2 1 16 064121 WASHER Flat 7 16 6 17 067004 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 1 5 18 059074 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18x 23 4 1 30 BRAKE PARKING BRAKE 5 5 s 8 H a DESCRIPTION amp 8 ed DESCRIPTION 5 8 1 029067 BRAKE PEDAL 1 1 22 055089 BUSHING 1 2 055081 BEARING Nylon 1 1 23 083117 SPRING 1 1 3 075051 PAD Pedal 1 1 24 029144 SPACER BUSHING 1 1 4 029031 ARM 1 1 25 067021 PIN cotter 1 8 x 1 1 2 1 1 5 029076 ROD 1 1 26 067024 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 4 3 6 029069 ARM 1 1 27 058049 PIN Grooved 3 16 x 1 1 4 Type E 1 1 7 029078 BRAKE ROD 1 1 28 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 1 1 8 029079 SPACER 1 1 29 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 2 2 9 083113 SPRING Compression 1 1 30 065015 NUT Hex 5 16
23. 52 029217 DUMP VALVE 53 029215 NUT W Gasket 54 056078 0 RING 55 056079 OIL SEAL 56 029216 GASKET 57 029214 ADAPTOR 58 057072 SNAP RING 59 054071 BEARING 60 056095 SEAL 61 529014 INPUT SHAFT W BEARING amp SNAP RING 62 054071 SNAP RING 63 012132 IDLER 64 029264 PIVOT PIN 65 064123 WASHER REAR WHEELS amp AXLE BELT amp DRIVE HYDROSTATIC 29002 om 5 2 8 d mb ob ot N wos REAR WHEELS amp AXLE BELT amp DRIVE GEAR N REAR WHEELS 8 AXLE BELT amp DRIVE GEAR 32 064002 REF PART 8 NO 10 DESCRIPTION 8 1 029028 IDLER ARM 1 2 029140 SPACER 2 3 029029 IDLER ARM 1 4 064101 WASHER Special 1 073101 IDLER 2 6 083110 SPRING 1 7 073064 SHEAVE 1 8 629003 SHEAVE W Ball Bearing 1 9 054073 BALL BEARING 2 10 064108 SPACER Washer 3 11 029034 IDLER PIVOT 1 12 05507 BEARING Nylon 2 13 029035 SUPPORT 2 14 083117 SPRING 1 15 028039 BELT GUIDE 2 16 064102 WASHER Special 4 17 064110 WASHER 2 18 029036 BELT GUIDE 1 19 059022 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 3 4 1 20 029031 STRAP 1 21 072100 78517 1 238 222072 TRANSAXLE Tecumseh No 1212 A ADS 629002 WHEEL ASS Y Rear Consists of 23 07102 RIM 1 2 071101 TIRE 20 8 00 10 1 25 065039 LOCKNUT 3 8 16 4 26 029180 SPACER 1 27 066018 KEY Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 1 3 4 2 2
24. 7 DEALER SET UP AND PRE SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 0 ASSEMBLY __ INSTALL ROLL PIN Figure 42 STEERING WHEEL Install the steering wheel on the column and secure with a roll pin as shown in Figure 42 SERVICE BATTERY Remove the battery from the tractor This will prevent any accidentally spilled electrolyte from damaging the tractor Electrolyte is not furnished with the tractor Use only battery grade sulphuric acid electrolyte with 1 265 specific gravity plus or minus 0 005 corrected to 80 F Prepare battery as follows 1 Remove vent plugs POSITIVE AN IA 23 NEGATIVE TERMINAL N gt BATTERY CABLES quer 1 PE T vee T GROUND CABLE 94 es 5 1 HOLD DOWN BRACKET RI Figure 43 41 2 With battery removed from the tractor fill each cell with electrolyte until electrolyte level rises to split ring at the bottom of the filler tube DO NOT OVERFILL BE CAREFUL ELECTROLYTE CONTAINS SUL PHURIC ACID WHICH IS HARMFUL TO SKIN EYES AND CLOTHING HANDLE WITH EX TREME CARE IF SPILLAGE OCCURS ON BODY OR CLOTHING RINSE AT ONCE WITH WATER 3 After filling cells wait five to ten minutes and add additional electrolyte if necessary to bring electrolyte to proper level 4 Charge battery with a 12 volt charger for 30 minutes at 4 to 6 amps 5 After charging add electrolyte until the level is up to the split ring in the filler tube Therea
25. 8 064029 WASHER Special 2 29 067027 COTTER Head 2 30 029173 CAP Grease 2 31 023077 CLAMP ASS Y 2 WASHER Flat 5 16 2 The Transaxle is to be serviced and warrantied by Tecumseh Products AR 27 REF PART S NO NO DESCRIPTION 5 33 059005 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 2 34 064008 WASHER Flat 3 8 6 35 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 8 36 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 8 37 059143 CAP SCREW HH 1 2 x 2 1 4 Gr 5 1 38 059058 CAP SCREW HH 1 2 13 x 3 1 4 1 Grade 5 39 064120 WASHER Flat 1 2 2 40 063006 LOCKWASHER 1 2 2 41 065021 NUT 1 2 13 2 43 066003 KEY Woodruff No 9 1 44 060030 SCREW Hex Socket 1 4 20 5 8 2 45 065099 NUT Hex Jam 1 4 20 2 46 072103 V BELT 1 47 067006 PIN Cotter 3 16 x 1 1 4 1 48 059004 CAP SCREW 3 8 16 x 1 2 49 059158 BOLT Tap 3 8 16 x 1 3 4 2 50 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 2 51 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 2 52 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 2 53 062011 BOLT Carriage 5 16 18 x 3 4 1 54 059023 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 3 4 2 55 029105 SHEAVE 1 56 066026 KEY Square 1 4 x 1 4 x 2 1 2 1 57 059142 CAP SCREW HH 7 1 16 20 UNF x1 1 58 063005 LOCKWASHER 7 16 1 59 064047 WASHER Special 1 60 029139 SPACER 1 61 073054 IDLER 1 62 029263 BRACKET 1 63 059069 CAPSCREW 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 1 64 075026 GROMMET 2 65 064007 WASHER 1 66 065042 LOCKNUT 5 16 18 1 SHIFT CONTROL amp LINKAGE HYDROSTATIC SHIFT CONTR
26. 9158 3 629007 4 029163 5 029020 6 029023 054025 029021 9 029133 10 064095 11 055076 12 055080 13 055083 14 029017 15 064111 16 029019 17 029012 18 029010 19 029011 20 029007 _ 21 029006 22 029005 23 029008 24 029009 25 064109 26 067027 27 029173 629001 x 29 30 31 029171 32 029016 A DESCRIPTION FRAME Gear FRAME Hydrostatic L H BALL JOINT STEERING WHEEL W Cap CAP STEERING COLUMN SPACER BEARING Side Flange PINION GEAR NEEDLE ROLLER WASHER Special BUSHING Nylon BUSHING BUSHING Hex Bore ARM amp SHAFT WASHER 7 8 1 D x 1 1 4 0 0 BEVEL GEAR SEGMENT LINK CRANK BLOCK MOUNTING Front AXLE PIVOT AXLE Front SPINDLE L H SPINDLE R H WASHER Special COTTER Head GREASE CAP WHEEL ASS Y Consists of 055086 BUSHING 071099 TIRE 15 x 6 00 071100 WHEEL BALL JOINT R H TIE ROD N ie do Q3 co N 929001 929002 AR NN NN N o c eee d M 21 REF PART NO NO 33 075059 34 029013 35 029024 36 029015 37 029014 38 029018 39 058004 40 067006 41 059003 42 064002 43 063003 44 065015 45 063021 46 065018 47 062005 48 059133 49 062012 50 063002 51 065032 52 022093 53 058050 54 065005 55 065073 56 059004 57 065039 58 064043 59 067024 60 062029 61 059128 62 084008 63 064041 64 064102 65 059004 DESCRIPTION WASHER Th
27. ATING The mower blade speed is directly related to the engine speed For best mowing results OPERATE ENGINE SPEED AT FULL THROTTLE Regulate travel speed on hydrostatic models with the hydrostatic control lever Regulate travel speed on gear shift models by selecting an appropriate gear The power requirement increases in dense high grass conditions 1f travel speed of the tractor is too fast for mowing conditions the engine and thus the mower will slow down reducing the cutting efficiency of the mower In some conditions excessive FORWARD E 5 Disconnect spark plug wire 7 For any emergency or panic stops depress the clutch brake pedal on gear shift models or the neutralizer brake pedal on the hydrostatic models NOTE KEEP FOOT OFF PEDAL DURING NORMAL OPERATION NEVER USE PEDAL AND HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER SIMULTANEOUSLY AS THE PARTS ARE INTER CONNECTED AND THE LNIKAGE COULD BECOME DAMAGED OR MISADJUSTED ON GEAR SHIFT MODELS BELT SLIPPAGE COULD OCCUR MOWER ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE 4 Lower the mower BE CAREFUL NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE OR MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE MOWER WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING WHEN SER VICING OR MAKING ADJUSTMENTS IT IS A GOOD PRACTICE TO USE THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE Disengage implement power clutch Hydrostatic models Place hydrostatic control lever in the park start position and apply brake lock Gear shift models
28. BRAKE LOCK BEFORE DIS MOUNTING FROM THE TRACTOR OR ANY TIME IT IS LEFT UNATTENDED Figure 4 FREE WHEELING VALVE Hydrostatic Models Figure 5 The free wheeling valve is provided so the tractor can be pushed short distances with the engine stopped The cam arm see Figure 5 must be in the forward po sition as shown at all times except when it becomes neces sary to push the tractor NTA LSTA a ATING POSITION DS INS IN 3 SY U Figure 5 If it becomes necessary to move the tractor with the engine stopped rotate the cam arm rearward so the valve actuating rod is pushed down into the transmission body After moving the tractor the cam arm must be returned to the operating position before the tractor will move with the engine running IMPORTANT DO NOT TOW TRACTOR AS INTERNAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGE COULD RESULT Figure 6 IGNITION AND STARTER SWITCH Figure 6 n The ignition and starter switch has three positions run and start Start the engine by turning the key fully clockwise to start position and then release the key as soon as the engine starts Stop the engine by turning the key counterclockwise to the position THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL LEVER Figure 6 This control operates both the throttle and choke When starting a cold engine raise the lever past the offset and into the choke position After the engine has sta
29. F DIPSTICK IS NOT PUSHED DOWN UNTIL IT SNAPS INTO PLACE CHANGE ENGINE CRANKCASE OIL When the tractor is new the oil should be changed after the first five hours of operation Thereafter under normal operating conditions the oil should be changed every 25 hours of operation If extremely dusty or dirty conditions pre vail change oi more frequently Drain crankcase by removing the oil drain plug Figure 12 while the engine is warm Altow the oil to runinto a con tainer E NOTE With the engine warm the oil will flow more freely permitting more contaminants to be drained from the crank case i Replace drain plug Remove dipstick and refill crankcase with 2 4 U S pints of the proper type and viscosity of oil as shown in the chart Check oil on the dipstick to determine that the level is to the Full mark DO NOT OVERFILL TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL Gear Shift Models The transmission oil level should be checked monthly or every 25 hours of operation To check the oil level place tractor on a level surface raise the rear deck and remove the check plug from the rear of the transmission as shown in Figure 13 The level is correct when oil seeps out of the check plug hole If the level is below the check plug hole remove the filler plug from the top of the transmission and add Ariens Premium Gear Lube SAE 90 MP until the proper level is reached DIFFERENTIAL OIL LEVEL Hydrostatic Models The differential oil lev
30. GINE OIL DRAIN Fl ug Figure 44 plug and add Ariens MP 90 Premium Gear Lube SAE 90 EP weight transmission oil until the level is correct 4 Replace both the filler and the check plugs CAUTION THE HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION AND THE DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLIES HAVE SEPARATE OIL RESERVOIRS TYPE A TRANS MISSION FLUID MUST BE USED IN THE HY DROSTATIC TRANSMISSION AND ARIENS MP 90 PREMIUM GEAR LUBE SAE 90 EP MUST BE USED IN THE DIFFERENTIAL IF IMPROPER OIL IS USED IN EITHER RESERVOIR SERIOUS DAMAGE COULD OCCUR TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL hydrostatic models Check hydrostatic oil level using the following procedure 1 Place tractor on a level surface 2 Raise the rear deck and remove the oil filler cap shown in Figure 46 CAUTION THE AREA AROUND THE FILLER CAP MUST BE CLEAN BEFORE REMOVING THE CAP DO NOT ALLOW ANY DIRT OR FOREIGN MATERIAL TO ENTER THE EXPANSION RES ERVOIR 3 Check oil level The expansion reservoir should be full at ambient temperature If required add type A trans mission fluid UNTIL THE RESERVOIR IS FULL CAUTION If overfilled the oil will expand during i operation and may leak out around the filler cap If oil cannot be seen in the expansion reservoir it will be necessary to fill the reservoir to the proper level and bleed remove air from the transmission See Owner s manual for this procedure 42 OIL FILLER PLUG YE Figure 45 3 4
31. IPTIO 1 029175 BATTERY 12 Volt 1 1 23 075057 INSULATOR 3 2 029026 CABLE 3 3 24 029164 WIRE 3 029132 SOLENOID 1 1 25 029168 WIRE 14 long White 4 029149 SWITCH Ignition 1 1 26 059022 CAP SCREW 5 16 18 x 3 4 5 013157 KEY SET 1 1 27 059001 CAP SCREW HH 1 4 20 x 3 4 6 065106 NUT Special 9 16 24 1 1 28 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 1 029167 WIRE ASS Y 29 long Black 1 1 29 063002 LOCKWASHER 1 4 8 029169 WIRE ASS Y 24 long Yellow 1 1 30 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 9 029170 CONNECTOR HOUSING 2 Wire 2 2 31 065032 NUT Hex 1 4 20 10 029131 SWITCH Safety 2 2 32 064007 WASHER Flat 1 4 11 065096 NUT Special 9 16 18 UNF 2 2 33 074040 SCREW Self Tapping 5 16 x 1 2 12 069094 CLIP 1 1 34 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 13 075055 GROMMET 2 2 35 074043 SCREW Self Tapping RH 14 029166 WIRE HARNESS Mechanical 1 10 29 x 1 2 15 029165 WIRE HARNESS Hydrostatic 1 36 064001 WASHER 3 16 Wrought 16 529003 DASH W Decal 1 1 37 063011 LOCKWASHER No 10 17 069094 JCLAMP 1 38 065055 NUT Hex No 10 24 18 069095 THROTTLE CONTROL 1 1 39 064123 WASHER Flat 5 16 7 19 075019 KNOB 1 1 40 065095 LOCKNUT Hex 5 16 18 20 029128 ROD Battery Hold Down 1 1 41 059003 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 1 21 029129 BRACKET Safety Sw 1 42 013198 FUSE 22 029130 ACTUATOR Safety Sw 1 43 023478 CONNECTOR HOUSING 37 929001 929002 ann 4 m Y a oL MN 4 d
32. LEMENT POWER CLUTCH CUTTING HEIGHT 2 ADIUSTMERE LEVER Y ATTACHING PIN NTRACTOR LIFT ARMS AND HAIR PIN COTTER Figure 48 LOWEST CUTTING POSITION 43 2 Raise the tractor attachment lift lever 3 Place cutting height adjustment lever in the second lowest cutting position as shown in Figure 48 4 Raise front support bar to clear the front tractor tire and slide the mower under the tractor from the right side 5 Place the drive belt over the rear lift point and lower the attachment lift lever Align ball joint of rear lift point to tractor lift arms and secure with the L shape attaching pin and hairpin cotter provided See Figure 48 6 Position drive belt over the drive and driven sheaves and place idler to the inside of the belt as shown in Figure 48 7 Position front support bar in the tractor saddle brackets and secure with the locks and latches as shown in Figure 49 7 LEG FRONT SUPPORT BARZS 2 2 SUR Figure 49 ADJUST BLADE LEVEL AND PITCH IMPORTANT ADJUST MOWER BLADE LEVEL AND PITCH AS OUTLINED IN THE OWNER S MANUAL DELIVERY Using the Owner s Manual as a guide instruct the customer as follows 1 Instruct the customer on the operation of the tractor Emphasize safety and discuss the safety information in the Owner s Manual 2 Advise customer to change oil in the engine crankcase after the first five hours of operation 3 Advise customer to c
33. MENT POWER CLUTCH Figure 1 The implement power clutch is used to operate the mower or snow thrower Push the lever forward to engage the clutch and drive the attachment Pull the lever rearward to disengage the clutch and stop the attachment The lever must be in the rear disengaged position to start the engine THIS IS A SAFETY FEATURE The engine will not start until the lever has been placed in the disengaged position HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER Hydrostatic Models Figure 2 This lever regulates both tractor speed and direction Gradually move the lever forward from the park start neu tral position to increase forward travel speed Move the lever rearward to the R position to back the tractor and regulate reverse speed NOTE The lines and numbers next to the forward slot do not indicate a given speed They serve as guide lines only Figure 2 Page 4 THE CONTROL LEVER MUST BE IN THE 5 POSITION TO START THE ENGINE GEAR SHIFT LEVER Gear Shift Models Figure 3 The gear shift lever is used to select any of three forward gears or one reverse gear The markings 1 2 3 and the control console indicate the locations of the gears The slowest forward gear is indicated by No 1 the secondary gear No 2 and the fastest gear No 3 The R indicates reverse THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER MUST BE IN THE FORWARD NEUTRAL POSITION AS SHOWN IN FIGURE 3 TO START
34. NECTED AND DAMAGE OR MIS ADJUSTED LINKAGE COULD RESULT HYDROSTATIC NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT HYDROSTATIC MODEL ONLY The hydrostatic controls should be adjusted so the rear tires stop rotating when the control lever is returned to neutral either manually or with the neutralizer pedal Use the following procedure to adjust neutral Check HYDROSTATIC NEUTRALIZER PEDAL ADJUST MENT If required adjust as previously explained 2 Check position of the timing mark on control cam With the shift lever in the park start position and brake lock engaged the center line of bolt head B Figure 33 should be aligned with the timing mark on the cam If the timing mark does not align with the bolt head loosen bolt C and move the cam up or down as required to align the bolt head with the timing mark Tighten nut C securely after making the adjustment 3 Jack up rear of the tractor until rear tires are clear of the ground 4 Start engine and increase speed to full throttle 5 Loosen bolt B slightly Insert a screw driver through the slots in the friction plate and the pintle lever Figure 33 Pivot the pintle lever left or right until the rear tires stop rotating and retighten bolt B WARNING KEEP HANDS AND ANY LOOSE CLOTHING AWAY FROM THE HYDROSTATIC COOLING FAN AND DRIVE BELT WHEN MAK ING ADJUSTMENT THESE PARTS MUST RO TATE WHEN MAKING THE NEUTRAL ADJUST MENT HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER BRAKE ADJUSTMENT The hydrostati
35. OL amp LINKAGE HYDROSTATIC E S NO DESCRIPTION 5 1 029061 SHIFT LEVER 1 2 075049 HANDLE 1 3 083112 SPRING Tension 1 4 029055 PIVOT ASS Y 1 5 029062 BRACKET 1 6 029057 LINK 1 7 029053 NEUTRALIZER 1 8 064117 SHIM 005 Thick 2 9 064118 SHIM 010 Thick 1 10 064119 SHIM 025 Thick AR 4 11 064108 SHIM Washer AR 12 029064 ARM 1 13 029159 SPACER 2 14 029056 PLATE 2 15 055080 BUSHING 4 16 029066 ROLLER 3 17 029065 SPACER 3 18 029052 CAM 1 19 029063 PLATE 1 20 029060 LEVER 1 21 029160 WASHER Spacer 1 22 029068 SPACER 1 23 029054 LEVER 1 24 629033 FRONT DRAG BRKT w Lining 1 25 059004 SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 1 4 26 629032 REAR DRAG BRKT w Lining 1 27 083115 SPRING 1 TS 29 N REF PART 8 NO NO DESCRIPTION amp 28 064009 WASHER Flat 3 4 2 29 058019 PIN Grooved 3 16 1 Type E 1 30 058049 PIN Grooved 3 16 x 1 1 4 Type E 1 31 022093 FITTING Grease 1 4 28 1 32 059023 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 3 4 1 33 064008 WASHER Flat 3 8 7 34 063021 LOCKWASHER 3 8 9 35 059003 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18x 1 2 36 064002 WASHER Flat 5 16 4 37 063003 LOCKWASHER 5 16 5 38 065015 NUT Hex 5 16 18 5 39 067024 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 1 40 059005 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 2 41 065018 NUT Hex 3 8 16 8 42 059073 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 1 43 066006 KEY Woodruff No 3 1 44 059027 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16x 1 3 4 1 4
36. TRANSMISSION DAMAGE STEERING GEARS Apply a light coat of Ariens Moly Lithium grease to the steering gears every 50 hours of operation See Figure 12 INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT Apply oil to the bearing surfaces of the blocks every 50 hours of operation See Figure 16 Orem ASS Figure 16 GREASE FITTINGS Following is a list of the grease fittings with reference numbers that identify each location on the corresponding Page 10 pictures Figures 17 amp 18 Each fitting should be wiped before and after lubrication Grease each fitting evel hours of operation with Ariens Moly Lithium grease 1 Figure 17 Right and left king pin 2 Figure 17 Right and left front wheel 3 Figure 18 Hydrostatic control arm pivot hydrostatic models POINTS TO OIL Periodically oil the lift point pivots front axle pivot trol linkage pivots and the floating intermediate shaft pi to insure long life and smooth operation of the parts There is no lubrication required on the mower IMPORTANT KEEP GREASE AND OIL OFF THE BEl TO PREVENT BELT SLIPPAGE AND DETERIORA TIO MAINTENANCE GENERAL Ariens dealers will provide any service which may be re quired to keep the Lawn Tractor operating at peak efficiency Ariens Company recommends that you contact an Ariens dealer before making any adjustments to this tractor Refer to the engine instruction manual and engine nameplate
37. c control lever friction brake must be ad justed so the control lever moves through the forward and reverse modes with a minimum of force However due to the neutral tendency of a hydrostatic transmission to neu tralize the brake must be tightened sufficiently so the trac tor maintains any selected speed setting To adjust the friction brake tighten or loosen bolt D Figure 33 until the proper braking is reached FRONT WHEEL TOE IN ADJUSTMENT Proper toe in of the front wheels is necessary to assure proper steering and to reduce tire wear Correct toe in is when the front of the wheels are 1 8 to 1 16 closer together than the rear of the wheels measured at the horizontal center line of the rim flanges f the steering develops a wandering characteristic or if excessive tire wear develops the toe in of the front wheels should be checked If the toe in is not correct adjust as follows 1 Turn steering wheel until the rear edge of the tie rod connecting link is perpendicular 90 degrees to the tractor frame as shown in Figure 34 2 Adjust length of tie rods until distances A and B are equal and so distance C is between 1 8 to 1 16 less than distance D Use following procedure to shorten or ee tie rods 1 Loosen j jam nuts on both indi of tie rods Figure 34 2 Rotate tie rods until distances A and B Figure 34 are equal and distance C is 1 8 to 1 16 less than D 8 Ti
38. drostatic control lever forward from the neutral position as shown in Figure 9 To stop or slow down the tractor pull the control lever back toward the neutral position a Y overdo not indicate given speeds They are provided as guide lines j TE The numbers along the forward slot of the console To move the tractor backward and to increase the reverse travel speed gradually move the hydrostatic control lever back into the reverse R slot from the neutral position To stop the tractor or slow down the reverse travel speed gradually move the control lever from the reverse R slot toward the neutral position IMPORTANT NEVER OPERATE THE HYDROSTATIC CONTROL LEVER AND THE FOOT PEDAL SIMULTANE OUSLY AS THE LINKAGE COULD BECOME DAMAGED OR MISADJUSTED CONTROL LEVER IN PARK START POSITION TRACTOR 2 CONTROL LEVER IN FORWARD SLOT 8 TRACTOR MOVING FORWARD CAUTION MOVE LEVER GRADUALLY Figure 9 BE CAREFUL ALWAYS REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY WHEN LEAVING THE TRACTOR TO PRE VENT CHILDREN AND INEXPERIENCED OP ERATORS FROM STARTING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE GEAR SHIFT TRACTOR 1 Start the engine using the procedure explained under Pre starting Inspection and Starting the Engine NOTE The gear shift lever must be in the forward neutral position and the implement power clutch lever disengaged to start the engine 2 Release brake lock by depressing the clutch brake pedal
39. e ad ditional adjustment Repeat the complete adjustment se quence if it becomes necessary to move the idler f eyioe musT CLEAR DANE SHEAVE BY 1 8 PTO DRIVE BELT 20 00 GUIDE epee TWO JACI SHAFT ii Figure 32 5 5 HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT HYDROSTATIC MODEL ONLY 2 The hydrostatic drive belt does not require tightening Belt tension is achieved by a spring loaded idler Replace the belt if it has stretched or worn to the point where it begins to slip HYDROSTATIC NEUTRALIZER PEDAL ADJUSTMENT HYDROSTATIC MODEL ONLY The linkage should be adjusted to automatically return the hydrostatic contro lever to the park start neutral position when the neutralizer pedal is depressed To adjust the neutralizer pedal place contro lever in the park start position loosen bolt A Figure 33 depress the foot pedal and apply the brake lock then retighten bolt A y FRICTION BRAKE Figure 33 Release brake lock move the control lever to a forward position then depress the foot pedal The control lever should return to park start neutral Repeat process by placing control lever in reverse When the adjustment is properly made the control lever will automatically return to neutral from either forward or reverse when the neutralizer pedal is depressed IMPORTANT NEVER DEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL AND MOVE THE HYDROSTATIC CONTROL SIMULTANEOUS LY THE LINKAGE IS INTERCON
40. el should be checked monthly or every 25 hours of operation To check the oil level place the tractor on a level surface raise the rear deck and remove the filler plug at the rear of the differential Figure 14 The level is correct when the lubri Page 9 cant reaches the filler plug hole Add Ariens Premium Gear Lube SAE 90 MP until the proper level is reached Figure 13 TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL Hydrostatic Models The hydrostatic transmission oil level should be checked monthly or every 25 hours of operation To check the oil level raise the rear deck and clean all dirt and dust from the oil expansion reservoir area Figure 15 Remove cap from the reservoir and observe the oil level The level is correct when the reservoir is Y full at ambient temperature FILLER AND OIL LEVEL PLUG ON HYDROSTATIC DIFFERENTIAL _ Figure 14 a 3 YF 4s FILLER Figure 15 If the reservoir is less than full at ambient temperature add TYPE A transmission FLUID until proper level is obtained IMPORTANT ALWAYS USE NEW CLEAN TYPE A TRANSMISSION OIL AND BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL NOT TO ALLOW ANY FOREIGN MATTER TO CON TAMINATE THE OIL AS SERIOUS TRANSMISSION DAM AGE COULD RESULT NOT OVERFILL the reservoir as the oil expands during operation and may leak out around the cap IMPORTANT PROPER OIL LEVEL IS ESSENTIAL FOR FULL BRAKING EFFECT AND PROTECTION AGAINST SEVERE
41. f there are any indications of damage to the mower deck blades or blade spindles measure the blade tips at A and 2 then rotate the blades 180 degrees and measure the oppo site blade tip ends If the measurements vary more than 1 8 on any blade see your Ariens dealer for service If the variation is not excessive level the mower using the lowest measurement from blade tip to ground at A and B 6 Tighten roller assembly mounting bolts securely 7 Rotate the blades until they are perpendicular to the roller assembly as shown in Figure 40 8 Measure distances A from both outboard tips to the floor Then measure distance B The front blade tip distance B should be 1 8 less than the rear blade tip distance A Loosen both front support mounting bolts C and pivot front of mower up or down until the front blade tip B is 1 8 closer to the floor than the rear blade tips A xc Figure 40 CUTTING HEIGHT The cutting height is adjustable to any of six different positions by moving the cutting height adjustment lever shown in Figure 37 Raise the lever to decrease cutting height Lower the lever to increase cutting height MOWER DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Constant tension is maintained on the drive belt by a spring loaded idler Therefore belt adjustment is not required Page 19 Figure 41 shows the correct belt rotating with shield re moved in case it ever becomes necessary to replace a worn
42. ft lever is in the forward neutral position 4 Place implement power clutch lever TY igure 1 in the rear disengaged position NOTE This is a safety feature The engine will not start unless the clutch lever is in the disengaged position 5 Raise throttle choke control lever 3 YF igure 6 past the offset in the slot to the choke position Turn ignition key 8 shown in Figure 6 clockwise aH the way Release key as soon as the engine starts and gradually lower the throttle choke contro lever past the offset until the engine runs at throttle NOTE A WARM ENGINE WILL REQUIRE LESS ING THAN A COLD ENGINE If the engine fails to start on the first attempt turn key to the off position wait a few minutes and try again Do not operate starter continuously for more than 30 seconds at a time Always allow engine to warm up before applying load below freezing weather allow engine to run at a fast idi for a period of at least five minutes before moving the tractor or starting the attachment SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION COULD RESULT IF THIS PROCEDURE IS NOT FOLLOWED Barorinc THE ENGINE Always use the following procedure to stop the engine 1 HYDROSTATIC DRIVE MODELS Move hydrostatic con trol lever to the park start position 2 GEAR SHIFT MODELS Move gearshift lever to the Neutral position Disengage the implement power clutch Engage par
43. fter add only clean dis tilled water as use and time requires 6 Replace vent caps Clean and dry battery exterior INSTALL BATTERY Place the battery in the battery carrier as shown in Figure 43 with the positive terminal to the right side of the tractor Secure the battery in place with the battery hold down shown in Figure 43 Do not overtighten the hold down nuts Attach the battery cable to the positive terminal and the ground cable to the negative terminal as shown in Figure 43 Tighten the cables to the terminals securely Coat the terminals and the battery cable ends with a light coat of grease or petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion ENGINE OIL Fill the engine crankcase Figure 44 Use Ariens Gard N Yard MS 10W 30 oil when using lawn and garden attachments use Ariens Sno Thro oil SAE 5W 20 MS classification when using snow removal attachments Do not overfill the oil level must never exceed the full mark TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL gear shift model 929001 Check the oil level using the following procedure 1 Place tractor on a level surface 2 Raise rear deck to gain access to the transmission check level plug 3 Remove check plug Figure 45 Oil should seep out of the check plug hole If the level is too low remove the filler ENGINE OIL DIP STIC lect Fr P 5 NS BLUT 947 wh DAS v N gt E A STEERING GEARS M M EN
44. ght off the tires Page 17 11 Inspect tractor for visible signs of wear breakage or damage Order any parts required and make necessary repairs to avoid delays when starting next season NOTE Your authorized Ariens dealer is trained and equipped to service your tractor A periodic check up by your dealer will help to reduce your maintenance costs PREPARATION FOR USE AFTER STORAGE 1 Replace battery and check electrolyte level 2 Fill fuel tank with fresh clean regular gasoline 3 Check transmission differential and engine oil levels 4 Check tire inflation 36 RM ROTARY MOWER The Model 36 RM Rotary Mower is standard equipment on both the S 8 Gear Shift and Hydrostatic tractors ATTACHING THE MOWER TO THE TRACTOR Use the following procedure to attach the mower to the tractor 1 Remove ignition key Place implement power clutch lever _ in the disengaged position and engage the tractor brake lock pde CUTTING HEIGHT se 2 POWER CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT LEVER L SHAPED ATTACHING PIN ACTOR LIFT ARMS AND HAIR PIN D CUTTING POSITION Raise the tractor attachment lift lever Figure 7 Place cutting height adjustment lever in the second lowest cutting position see Figure 37 Raise front support bar to clear the front tractor tire and slide the mower under the tractor from the right side Place the drive belt over the rear lift point and lower the attachment lift lever
45. ghten jam nuts securely SEAT ADJUSTMENT The seat is adjustable front or back to any one of six dif ferent positions Adjustment is made by removing the four mounting bolts located under the seat moving the seat to the most comfortable position and then replacing the mounting bolts in the appropriate holes Page 16 BELT REPLACEMENT LS If it becomes necessary to replace one of the tractor drive belts the following diagrams show the proper place ment of the belts and belt guides After installing a belt it will be necessary to follow the adjustment procedures out lined in the ADJUSTMENT section of this manual PTO DRIVE BELT Figure 32 1 Adjust guide A to clear the engine drive sheave by 1 8 inch 2 Adjust guide G to clear the floating jackshaft sheave by 1 8 inch 3 Position idler F to provide least amount of belt tension when installing a new belt 4 Adjust belt tension and guides D and E using the procedure outlined in Maintenance and Adjustment section MECHANICAL TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELTS Figure 35 Intermediate Shaft Drive Belt Follow the instructions outlined in the ADJUSTMENT section 1 EE EN 35 Transmission Drive Belt Figure 35 1 Position ile A and B 1 8 from drive Hose at the points where belt is tangent to the sheave 2 Position guide D 1 8 from the transmission sheave a 3 Idler E is mounted in a slotted hole Position to prov
46. hange the transmission oil filter after the first five hours operation 4 Explain how to perform the recommended lubrication and periodic service 5 Explain maintenance and adjustment instructions 6 Demonstrate how to mount and dismount attachments 7 Make certain the customer has his Owner s Manual 8 Explain Ariens Warranty Policy Fill out and return Ariens Warranty Registration Card
47. ide least amount of belt tension when installing a new belt 4 Place guide C 1 8 from the belt in such a position thatit does not bind the belt in any position of the idler 5 Adjust belt tension using the procedure outlined in ADJUSTMENT section HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT Figure 36 No adjustments are necessary when replacing the hydros tatic transmission drive belt Belt tension is maintained by the spring loaded idler Figu re 36 STORAGE PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 1 Remove all oil grease and dirt from engine and trans mission 2 Clean the tractor exterior and tires thoroughly removing all mud dirt and grease 3 Touch up all unpainted and exposed areas with paint to prevent rust 4 Change engine 5 Disconnect fuel line at fuel filter and drain fuel tank Run the engine until the fuel is exhausted from the system Clean the fuel filter 6 Remove and clean battery Check electrolyte level and have battery fully charged Store battery in a cool dry place where it will not freeze 7 Remove the spark plug and pour one tablespoonful of SAE 30 oil into the cylinder Turn engine over manually at least two revolutions 8 Re gap spark plug Replace if required 9 Chieck transmission and differential oil levels Add oil as required Lubricate tractor thoroughly 10 Store tractor in a cool dry place to reduce tire deterio ration Block up tractor to take the wei
48. igure 19 It is essential that the rotating screen engine cooling fins and the exhaust system be kept free of dirt and debris which could caus the engine to overheat To avoid overheating and possible engine damage period ically remove the shrouding from around the cooling fins Figure 20 and clean the area shown within the heavy black line of all grass dirt or chaff accumulation TRANSMISSION COOLING SYSTEM Dirt and grime accumulations on transmission cooling fins can cause overheating Check and clean the cooling fins every 50 hours of operation or quarterly In extremely dusty or dirty conditions clean the cooling fins more fre quently CAUTION KEEP WATER AWAY AND OFF RESERVOIR Check the hydrostatic cooling fan blades periodically to assure that the blades are not bent or broken and that the fan is in good condition KEEP AREAS WITHIN HEAVY LINES CLEAR OF ALL DEBRIS Figure20 BLEEDING THE TRANSMISSION If for any reason the oil level is ever permitted to fall be low the expansion reservoir air may enter the system causing the transmission to malfunction If this should occur use the following procedure to bleed remove air from the transmission 1 Thoroughly clean all dust dirt and grime from the free wheeling valve the oil filler cap and surrounding areas Figure 21 2 Remove nut A Figure 22 from the left end of the cam assembly shaft and slide the cam assembly to the right until the
49. king brake by depressing the foot pedal 8 and by moving brake lock 6 forward to on position Lower attachment to the ground me throttle lever and allow the engine to idle for a short period of time DO NOT STOP A HOT ENGINE AT HIGH SPEED AS INTERNAL ENGINE DAMAGE COULD RESULT Turn ignition key counterclockwise to the position to stop the engine BE CAREFUL Remove ignition key before dismounting from tractor This will prevent children and inexperienced operators from starting the tractor PERATING THE HYDROSTATIC DRIVE TRACTOR cf Start the engine using the procedure explained under _ Pre starting Inspection and Starting the Engine NOTE The hydrostatic control lever must be in the park start position and the implement power clutch lever must be disengaged to start the engine Release parking brake by depressing foot pedal until brake disengages Select the proper engine speed with the throttle choke lever When operating any power driven attachment run the engine at full throttle 3400 3500 RPM unless otherwise specified Use the hydrostatic control lever NOT THE TH ROTTLE to select a safe appropriate travel speed 4 start the attachment engage the implement power clutch with the engine running at throttle Then in crease speed to full throttle 1 To move the tractor forward and increase the forward travel speed gradually push the hy
50. lt in any position of the idler Check belt guide D Figure 30 It should be positioned 1 8 from the belt at the point where the belt enters the drive sheave Adjust by loosening the mounting bolt A and positioning the guide as required NOTE The clutch free travel may be affected after adjusting the drive belt idler Adjust if necessary as outlined under Clutch Free Travel Adjustment ser A euren iik f H HN STOP BOLTEY AK PLATE u 9 ANIN SAA oe INTERMEDIATE SHAFT DRIVE BELT SHAFT PARALLEL REAR OF TRACTOR FRAME WITHIN 1 16 EG Figure 30 To adjust the belt tension loosen the four intermediate shaft mounting bolts A and B Figure 30 and move the shaft rearward keeping it parallel to the rear of the tractor frame until the front edge of the idler bracket is flush with the plate identified at C NOTE THE SHAFT MUST BE PARALLEL TO THE TRACTOR FRAME WITHIN 1 16 INCH Adjust belt guides D and E 1 8 from the belt at the points where the belt is tangent to the sheave and tighten the shaft mounting bolts A and B NOTE The clutch free travel adjustment can be affected after tightening this belt Re adjust as previously outlined it necessary Figure 29 INTERMEDIATE SHAFT DRIVE BELT Gear Shift Models The intermediate shaft drive belt should be tightened if it begins to slip or before the idler
51. nt power clutch slowly with the engine running at throttle then increase speed to full throttle 6 To stop the tractor depress foot pedal to the braking range then return it to the shifting range and place gear shift lever in neutral Fully depress pedal and engage the brake lock when parking or leaving the tractor Figure 10 FILLING THE TANK Figure 11 The fuel tank filler cap is easily accessible as shown in Figure 11 Before filling the tank wipe all dust and dirt from around the cap to prevent dirt from falling into the tank Use an approved gasoline container and keep it clean Fill tank EMERGENCY STOPPING completely The tank capacity is 1 3 8 gallons Always use caution when mowing be alert for children pets or obstacles in path If necessary to make emergency stop step firmly on brake pedal On hydrostatic model tractor drive control lever automatically returns to neutral when brake pedal is depressed IMPORTANT ALWAYS REMOVE IGNITION KEY WHEN LEAVING THE TRACTOR TO PREVENT CHILDREN AND INEXPERIENCED OPERATORS FROM STARTING THE ENGINE PTO DRIVE CONTROL LEVER ENGAGED DISENGAGED Figure ALWAYS USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING RA GASOLINE NEVER FILL THE FUEL TANK 3 Y WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR WHEN THE CLUTCH BRAKE PEDAL D ENGAGED ENGINE IS HOT NEVER SMOKE WHILE FILLING THE TANK REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY RANGE FORE FILLING TANK h inane ENGINE OIL LEVEL Ys RANGE
52. on and contro linkages are readily accessible by raising the rear deck until the seat rests against the steering wheel FUEL TANK FILLER CAP LIFT UP HOOD LIFT UP REAR DECK 1 TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL AREA AIR CLEANER FUEL FILTER Figure 8 OPERATION PRE STARTING INSPECTION Before starting the engine before each day s operation t following checks and services should be performed 1 Check oil in engine crankcase Add oil as required to main tain proper level See lubrication section 2 Check fuel supply Fill with clean fresh regular gasoline only See lubrication section 3 Check air cleaner and service as required 4 Check for engine transmission or differential oil leaks See your authorized Ariens dealer for repairs 5 Make visual checks regarding safety precautions ob structions and maintenance STARTING THE ENGINE Use the following procedure to start the engine 1 Lock the parking brake 6 depressing the foot pedal Figure 4 and pushing the brake lock forward to lock the parking brake 2 HYDROSTATIC MODELS Place hydrostatic control lever in the park start position as shown in Figure 2 NOTE The engine will not start unless the control lever is in the park start position 18 GEAR SHIFT MODELS Place gear shift leve in the 2 forward neutral position as shown in Figure 3 Page 6 NOTE The engine will not start unless the gear shi
53. rted lower the lever to the throttle operating range and allow the engine to warm at throttle Select the appropriate engine speed in the throttle range after the engine has warmed NOTE Unless otherwise specified the mower or snow thrower should be operated at full throttle The throttle is not to be used to select desired travel speeds with the hydrostatic models Operate at full throttle and regulate ground speed with the hydrostatic control lever LIGHT SWITCH Optional Figure 6 If the optional light kit is installed turn lights on by pulling the control knob out Turn lights off by pushing the knob in ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER Figure 7 The lift lever shown in figure 7 is used to raise and lower the mower front blade or snow thrower To raise the attachment pull the lever to the rear until the latch snaps into the notch provided This will hold the attachment in the raised position Page 5 To lower the attachment pull the lever to the rear de press the button to release the latch and allow the lever to NN move forward See Figure 7 me PULL BACK AND des PRESS BUTTON 4 IN Figure 7 RAISING THE HOOD Figure 8 The engine battery electrical components air cleaner fuel filter and fuel tank are readily accessible by raising the hood To raise the hood grasp each side and raise it upwards and forward to its stop RAISING THE REAR DECK Figure 8 The differential transmissi
54. rust LOCK STRIP WASHER Spring LATCH L H LATCH R H BRACKET PIN Spring 1 4 x 1 1 2 PIN Cotter 3 16 x 1 1 4 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 1 WASHER Flat 5 16 LOCKWASHER 5 16 NUT Hex 5 16 18 LOCKWASHER 3 8 NUT Hex 3 8 16 ma BOLT Carriage 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 4 CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 1 1 4 2 Grade 5 BOLT Carriage 1 4 20 x 3 4 LOCKWASHER 1 4 NUT Hex 1 4 20 FITTING Grease PIN Grooved 1 4 x 1 1 4 Type E NUT Hex 3 8 x 24 UNF NUT Hex 3 8 24 UNF L H CAP SCREW HH 3 8 16 x 1 LOCKNUT Hex 3 8 16 WASHER Flat 3 8 PIN Cotter 1 8 x 3 4 BOLT Carriage 3 8 16 x 1 CAP SCREW HH 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 Grade 5 WASHER Flat 3 8 WASHER WASHER CAP SCREW 8 5 5 2 2 2 2 4 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 4 4 4 3 13 7 7 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 6 6 2 2 3 3 2 2 4 AR 4 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 UM AN Iu _ REAR DECK SEAT DASH SUPPORT RUNNING BOARD HOOD REAR DECK SEAT DASH SUPPORT RUNNING BOARD REF PART 8 NO NO DESCRIPTION S 8 1 529007 HOOD Gear 1 529008 HOOD Hydro 1 2 029124 GRILL INSERT 1 1 3 029122 HINGE Hood 2 2 4 065095 NUT Crown 5 16 18 2 2 5 029119 REAR DECK 1 1 6 075064 BUMPER Rubber 2 2 7 029134 REFLECTOR Tail 1 1 8 029123 HINGE 2 2 9 029038 SPRING 2 2 10 029127 SEAT 1 1 11 029107 SUPPORT Front 1 1 12 029106 SUPPORT Rear 1 1 13
55. t without proper instruction 10 Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or down hill Mow up and down the face of steep slopes never across 3 Do not carry passengers Keep children and pets a safe dis the face tance away 4 Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up 11 Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent and thrown tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 2 5 Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into park before attempting to start the engine 12 Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards 13 Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment a Use only approved drawbar hitch points b Limit loads to those you can safely control 6 Disehgage power to attachment stop the engine and place shift lever toPark Start position before leaving the operator s position 2 S c Do not turn sharply Use care when backing 7 Disengage power to attachment and stop the engine before d Use counterweight s or wheel weights when sugges making any repairs or adjustments in the owner s manual Di hme h i i en power fo attachment when transporting or notin 14 Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways Page 2 SEAR SE 78405 SIDE STRIPE SEAR 78404 R H SIDE STRIPE LOWER ATTACHMENT gt RAISE 78340 22000 22 78244 1 EACH SIDE IGNITION
56. ted for damage after striking a foreign object and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment see numbers 6 amp 7 above 16 Handle gasoline with care it is highly inflammable a Use approved gasoline container b Never remove the cap of the fuel or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or fill the fuel tank indoors Wipe 22 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the up spilled gasoline engine c Open doors if the engine is run in the garage exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not run the engine indoors 23 When using the vehicle with mower proceed as follows a Mow only in daylight or in good artificial light 17 Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating con b Never make a cutting height adjustment while the engine dition and keep safety devices in place is running if the operator must dismount to do so c Shut the engine off when removing the grass catcher or 18 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equip unclogging chute ment is in safe working condition d Check the blade mounting bolts for proper tightness at frequent invervals 19 Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Al 24 Check the grass catcher bags frequently for wear or de low the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure terioration Replace with new bags for safety protection Page 3 IMPLE
57. ts B and the support when adjusting the spring length 3 Release brake lock and allow the brake pedal to return to its normal position against the stop Figure 26 4 Tighten nuts B Figure 27 until compression spring measures as follows 2 1 8 1 15 16 Hydrostatic models Gear shift models NOTE The clutch free travel may be affected after adjusting the brake Adjust if necessary as outlined under Clutch Free Travel Adjustment MR Figure 27 CLUTCH FREE TRAVEL ADJUSTMENT Gear Shift Models The clutch rod must be adjusted to insure that the trans mission drive belt is fully engaged when the clutch brake pedal is released To adjust the free travel move nuts A Figure 28 front or back so that when depressing the clutch brake pedal the sup port angle moves forward 3 16 before boit B contacts the front of the slot in the clutching link Page 13 ON QSUPP RT ANGLE br AS Figure 28 TRANSMISSION DRIVE BELT Gear Shift Models The transmission drive belt idler should be adjusted if the drive belt slips or if the spring coils have bottomed out See Figure 29 Adjust by loosening bolt A and moving the idler back the slotted hole of the mounting bracket until the belt does not slip and until there is clearance between the spring coils Before tightening bolt A place the belt guide 1 8 from the belt in such a position that it does not bind the be
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