Ariens 991314 User manual

05191315 •10/18
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Model
991314 – Zenith 60
(SN 030000 +)

AriensCo
655 West Ryan Street
Brillion, Wisconsin
54110-1072 USA
Telephone
[phone]
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ISSUED BY THE MANUFACTURER – ES PROHLÁŠENÍ O
SHODĚ, VYDANÉ VÝROBCEM – VOM HERSTELLER HERAUSGEGEBENE EG-
KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG – OVERENSSTEMMELSESCERTIFIKAT FOR MODELLER, UDSTEDT
AF FABRIKANTEN – DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD CE EMITIDAPOR EL FABRICANTE – TOOTJA
VÄLJASTATUD EC-VASTAVUSDEKLARATSIOON – VALMISTAJAN ANTAMA EY-
VAATIMUSTENMUKAISUUSVAKUUTUS – DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE ÉMISE PAR LE
FABRICANT – EZ IZJAVA O SUKLADNOSTI KOJU DAJE PROIZVOĐAČ– DICHIARAZIONE DI
CONFORMITÀ CE DEL PRODOTTO RILA SCIATA DAL PRODUTTORE – EK GAMINTOJO ATITIKTIES
DEKLARACIJA – EK ATBILSTĪBAS DEKLARĀCIJA, KURU IZDOD RAŽOTĀJS – EG-
CONFORMITEITSVERKLARING, UITGEGEVEN DOOR DE FABRIKANT – EF-SAMSVARSERKLÆRING
FRA PRODUSENTEN – DEKLARACJA ZGODNOŒCI Z PRZEPISAMI EC WYDANA PRZEZ
PRODUCENTA – CERTIFICADO DE CONFORMIDADE DO MODELO EMITIDO PELO FABRICANTE –
СОСТАВЛЕННОЕ ПРОИЗВОДИТЕЛЕМ ЗАЯВЛЕНИЕ ОСООТВЕТСТВИИ СТАНДАРТАМ ИНОРМАМ
ЕС – ES-IZJAVA O SKLADNOSTI, KI JO JE IZDAL PROIZVAJALEC – ES VYHLÁSENIE O ZHODE,
VYDANÉ VÝROBCOM – EG-DEKLARATIONEN OM ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSE UTFÄRDAD
AV TILLVERKAREN – ÜRETİCİTARAFINDAN DÜZENLENEN EC UYGUNLUK BEYANI
We the undersigned, AriensCo, certify that: My, nížepodepsaní, AriensCo, prohlašujeme, že: Der Unterzeichnete, AriensCo, bescheinigt,
dass: Undertegnede, AriensCo, attesterer, at: Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, AriensCo, certificamos que: Meie, allakirjutanud,
ETTEVÕTE ARIENS, kinnitame, et: Allekirjoittanut, AriensCo, vakuuttaa, että: Nous, soussignés AriensCo, certifions que: Mi, dolje
potpisani, AriensCo, potvrđujemo da: La sottoscritta società AriensCo certifica che: Mes, žemiau pasirašiusieji, „ARIENS“ kompanija,
patvirtiname, jog: Mēs, zemāk parakstījušies, AriensCo, apliecinām, ka: Wij, de ondergetekenden, AriensCo, verklaren dat:
Undertegnede, AriensCo, bekrefter at: My, niżej podpisani, AriensCo, oświadczamy, że: Nós, abaixo assinados, certificamos em nome
da AriensCo, que: Мы (фирма ARIENS), нижеподписавшиеся, настоящим заявляем, что: Spodaj podpisani AriensCo potrjujemo,
da je: My, spoločnosťAriensCo vyhlasujeme, že: Undertecknad, AriensCo, intygar att: Biz altta imzasıbulunan, AriensCo olarak tasdik
ederiz ki:
Type: Typ: Typ: Type:
Tipo: Tüüp: Tyyppi:
Type: Tipo: Type: Tip:
Type: Tips: Typ: Tipas:
Tipo: Тип: Tip: Typ:
Typ: Tip:
Riding Rotary Lawn Mower – Samojízdná Sekačka – Aufsitz-Sichelmäher – Havetraktor med roterende
knive – Tractor cortacésped giratorio – Rootor-murutraktor – Puutarhatraktori Pyörivällä Leikkuuyksiköllä –
Tondeuse à gazon autoportée rotative – Samohodna rotaciona kosilica za travu – Trattorino con unità di taglio
rotativa – Savaeigėžoliapjovė – Braucošais rotējošais zāles pļāvējs – Rijdende roterende grasmaaier –
Plentraktor med rotorklipper – Samobieżna rotacyjna kosiarka trawnikowa – Tractor cortador de relva –
езда Косилка роторная – Sedežna vrtljiva kosilnica – Jazdecké rotačná kosačka na trávu –
Sittrotorgräsklippare – Döner biçme makinesi sürme
Trade Name: Obchodní název: Handelsbezeichnung: Firmanavn: Nombre comercial:
Kaubamärk: Kauppanimi: Appellation commerciale: Trgovački naziv: Nome commerciale:
Prekės pavadinimas: Komerciālais nosaukums: Handelsnaam: Handelsnavn: Nazwa
handlowa: Nome da Marca: Название фирмы: Trgovsko ime: Názov výrobku:
Handelsbeteckning: Ticaret Unvan:
Ariens
Model, Model Name, Serial Number: Model, název modelu, výrobní číslo: Modell, Modellname und
Seriennummer: Model, Modelnavn, Serienummer : Modelo, Nombre, Nº de Serie: Mudel,Mudel,
Seerianumber: Malli, mallin nimi, sarjanumero: Modèle, nom du modèle, numéro de série: Model,
Naziv modela, Serijski broj: Modello, Nome modello, Numero di serie : Modelis, Modelio
pavadinimas, Serijos numeris: Modelis, Modeļa nosaukums, Sērijas numurs : Model, Model
Naam, Volgnummer : Modell, modellnavn, serienummer : Model, nazwa modelu, numer seryjny:
Modelo, Nome do Modelo, Número de Série : Модель, наименование модели, серийный
номер: Model, Ime modela, Serijska številka: Model, názov modelu, výrobné číslo: Modell,
modellnamn, serienummer : Model, Model Adı, Seri Numarası:
991314, Zenith 60,
030000+
Cutting Width: Pracovní záběr : Schnittbreite : Klippebredde : Anchura de corte : Lõikelaius:
Leikkuuleveys : Largeur de coupe: Širina reza: Pjovimo plotis: Larghezza : Griešanas
platums: Maaibreedte : Atbilst: Klippebredde : Szerokość cięcia : Largura de corte : Ширина
скашивания : Širna košnje: Šírka kosenia : Klippbredd : Kesme Genişliği :
991314: 152.4 cm
Conforms to: Odpovídá normě: mit den Anforderungen der folgenden Richtlinien übereinstimmt: Er i overensstemmelse med:
Cumple con: Vastab: Täyttää seuraavat vaatimukset: Est conforme à: U sukladnosti s: È conforme a: Atitinka: Voldoet aan: Er i
samsvar med: Jest zgodny z: De acordo com: Соответствует: v skladu z: Je v zhode s: Överensstämmer med: Uygundur:
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU, 2012/46/EU
2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC Conformity Assessment Annex VI. 2000/14/EC ve znění 2005/88/ES o posuzování shody
příloha VI. 2000/14/EC geändert durch 2005/88/EG Konformitätsbewertung Anhang VI. 2000/14/EC ændret ved 2005/88/EF
Overensstemmelsesvurdering bilag VI. 2000/14/EC modificada por 2005/88/CE evaluación de la conformidad del anexo VI.
2000/14/EÜ, mida on muudetud 2005/88/EÜ vastavuse hindamise VI lisale. 2000/14/EY muutettuna 2005/88/EY
vaatimustenmukaisuuden arviointi Liite VI. 2000/14/CE modifiée par 2005/88/CE évaluation de la conformité aux annexes VI.
2000/14/EZ dopunjeno s 2005/88/EZ procjena sukladnosti, Dodatak VI. 2000/14/EC modificata dalla 2005/88/CE Valutazione
Conformità, Allegato VI. 2000/14/EB, 2005/88/EB direktyvos atitikimo vertinimo VI priedo pataisos nuostatas. 2000/14/EK, grozīts
ar 2005/88/EK, Atbilstības novērtēšanas pielikums VI. 2000/14/EG gewijzigd bij 2005/88/EG conformiteitsbeoordeling bijlage VI.
2000/14/EC endret ved 2005/88/EC konformitetsvurdering anneks VI. 2000/14/EC zmieniona przez 2005/88/WE oceny zgodności
załączniku VI. 2000/14/EC alterada pela 2005/88/CE Avaliação da Conformidade anexo VI. 2000/14/EC amended by 2005/88/EC
Conformity Assessment Annex VI. 2000/14/EC v znení 2005/88/ES o posudzovaní zhody prílohe VI. direktivo 2000/14/ES
dopolnjeno z aneksom VI za ocenitev skladnosti direktive 2005/88/ES. 2000/14/EC ändrat genom 2005/88/EG
Överensstämmelseutvärdering Bilaga VI. 2000/14/EC 2005/88/EC Uygunluk Değerlendirme Ek VI ile değiştirilen.
EN ISO 5395-1: 2013 + A1: 2018, EN ISO 5395-3: 2013 + A1: 2017 + A2: 2018
EN ISO 14982: 2009, ISO 11094:1991, EN ISO 3744:1995
04688800G • 10/18

Notified Body – Pověřená osoba – Benachrichtigte Körperschaft – Bemyndiget organ – Organismo notificado –
Teavitatud asutus – Entité notifiée – Organisme notifié – Obaviješteno tijelo – Organismo notificato –
Registruota instancija –Pieteiktāiestāde – Aangemelde instantie – Teknisk kontrollorgan – Organ
zaświadczający – Organismo Certificador – Уполномоченным органом – Priglašeni organ – Notifikovaný
Orgán – Anmält organ – OnaylanmışKuruluş
SNCH
11, Route de
Luxembourg
L-5230
Sandweiler
Representative Measured Sound Power Level (Lwa)–
Representativní hodnota změřené hladiny akustického výkonu
(Lwa) – Repräsentativer gemessener Geräuschpegel (Lwa) –
Näitlik mõõdetud helivõimsuse tase (Lwa) – Repræsentativt, målt
støjeffektniveau (Lwa) – Nivel de potencia acústica
representativo medido (Lwa) – Tyypillinen mitattu äänitehotaso
(Lwa) – Niveau de puissance acoustique représentatif mesuré
(Lwa) – Reprezentativna izmjerena razina snage zvuka (Lwa) –
Livello di potenza sonora rappresentativo rilevato (Lwa) –
Reprezentatīvais izmērītais skaņas jaudas līmenis (Lwa) –
Būdingas išmatuotas garso galios lygis (Lwa) – Representatief
gemeten geluidsniveau (Lwa) – Representativt målt lydeffektnivå
(Lwa) – Zmierzony reprezentatywny poziom mocy akustycznej
(Lwa) – Nível de Potência de Som Medido Representativo (Lwa)
– Репрезентативный измеренный уровень звуковой
мощности (Lwa) – Tipična izmerjena raven zvočne moči (Lwa) –
Charakteristická zmeraná hladina akustického výkonu (Lwa) –
Representativ uppmätt ljudnivå (Lwa) – Örnek ÖlçülmüşSes Güç
Seviyesi (Lwa)
Guaranteed Sound Power Level (L
wa
) – Zaručovaná hodnota
hladiny akustického výkonu (L
wa
) – Garantierter Geräuschpegel
(L
wa
) – Garanteret støjeffektniveau (L
wa
) – Nivel de potencia
acústica garantizado (L
wa
) – Tagatud mõõdetud helivõimsuse tase
(L
wa
) – Taattu äänitehotaso (L
wa
) – Niveau de puissance acous-
tique garanti (L
wa
) – Zajamčena razina snage zvuka (L
wa
) – Livello
di potenza sonora garantito
(L
wa
) – Garantuotas garso galios
lygis (Lwa) – Garantētais skaņas jaudas līmenis (Lwa) –
Gega-
randeerd geluidsniveau (L
wa
) – Garantert lydeffektnivå (L
wa
) –
Gwarantowany reprezentatywny poziom mocy akustycznej (L
wa
)
– Nível de Potência de Som Medido Garantido (L
wa
) –
Гарантированный уровень звуковой мощности (L
wa
) – Zajam-
čena raven zvočne moči (Lwa) – Zaručená hladina akustického
výkonu (L
wa
) – Garanterad uppmätt ljudnivå (L
wa
) – Garanti
EdilmişSes Güç Seviyesi (Lwa)
991314: 104 dB(A) 991314: 105 dB(A)
Engine Power (Kw @ RPM): Výkon motoru při regulovaných otáčkách (Kw při ot./min):
Motorleistung (kW bei U/Min): Motoreffekt (Kw @ RPM): Potencia del motor (Kw a RPM): Mootori
võimsus (Kw @ RPM): Enimmäisteho (Kw @ RPM): Puissance moteur (Kw au régime max.):
Snaga motora (kW pri o/min): Potenza max. del motore (Kw a giri/min.): Variklio galia (Kw @ RPM):
Dzinēja jauda (Kw pie apgriezieniem minūtē): Motor Vermogen (Kw @ RPM): Motoreffekt (Kw @
RPM): Moc silnika (Kw przy obr./min): Potência (Kw @ RPM): Мощность двигателя (кВт при
об/мин): Močmotorja (kW pri vrt./min.): Výkon motora (Kw @ RPM) (Kw / ot./min.): Motoreffekt (Kw
@ varvtal): Motor Gücü (Kw @ RPM):
991314: 16.8 @ 3150
Fred J. Moreaux:
Director Product Conformance & Warranty (Keeper of Technical
File) / Správce shody výrobku a záruky (správce technické
dokumentace) / Director Product Conformance & Warranty
(Archivar der technischen Akte) / Direktør for
produktoverholdelse & garanti (indehaver af teknisk fil)/ Director
de conformidad de los productos y de garantía (Conservador de
los archivos técnicos) / Tootevastavuse ja garantii juht (tehniliste
dokumentide valdaja) / Tuotteen vaatimustenmukaisuudesta
vastaava johtaja (teknisen tiedoston haltija) / Responsable de la
conformité des produits et de la garantie (dépositaire de la fiche
technique) / Direktor za sukladnost proizvoda i jamstvo (zadužen za
čuvanje tehničke arhive) / Responsabile di conformità del prodotto
e garanzia (depositario del fascicolo tecnico) / Tiesioginis
gaminio atitikimas ir garantija (Techninės bylos turėtojas) /
Produktu atbilstības un garantijas direktors (tehniskās lietas
glabātājs) / Directeur technische produktstandardisatie &
garantie (Houder van het technische bestand) / Ansvarlig for
produktsamsvar (innehaver av teknisk fil) / Dyrektor ds.
zgodności produktów i gwarancji (przechowujący dokumentację
techniczną) / Director de Conformidade de Produto & Garantia
(Encarregado do Ficheiro Técnico) / Директор по гарантии на
изделия иих соответствию стандартам (Хранитель
технического файла) / Direktor za skladnost in garancijo
izdelka (skrbnik tehnične dokumentacije) / Vedúci pre zhodu a
záruku výrobku (udržiavateľsúboru technickej dokumentácie) /
Chef för produktöverensstämmelse och garanti (innehavare av
tekniska data) / Ürün Uygunluk ve Garanti Müdürü (Teknik
Dosya Saklayıcısı)
AriensCo
Brillion, WI 54110-1072 USA
Signature – Podpis – Unterschrift
– Underskrift Firma – Allkiri –
Allekirjoitus – Signature – Potpis –
Firma – Parašas – Paraksts –
Handtekening – Signatur –
Podpis – Assinatura – Подпись –
Podpis – Namnteckning – Imza
10/18
Date – Datum – Datum –
Dato – Fecha – Kuupäev –
Päivämäärä – Date – Data –
Datum – Data – Datums –
Datum – Dato – Data – Data
– дата – Datum –Dátum –
Datum – Tar i h
Darren Spencer:
Authorized to Compile the Technical File / Oprávněný vytvořit
technickou dokumentaci / Zur Anlage der technischen Akte
ermächtigt / Autoriseret til at kompilere den tekniske fil /
Autorizado para compilar los archivos técnicos / Volitatud
tehnilisi dokumente koostama / Valtuutettu laatimaan teknisen
tiedoston / Autorisé à remplir la fiche technique / Ovlaštena
osoba za pripremu tehničke arhive / Autorizzato alla
compilazione del fascicolo tecnico / Įgaliotas sudaryti techninį
failą / Pilnvarots sastādīt tehnisko lietu / Geautoriseerd om het
technische bestand samen te stellen / Autorisert til å produsere
den tekniske filen / Uprawniony do przygotowania dokumentacji
technicznej / Autorizado a Compilar o Ficheiro Técnico /
Уполномочен на составление технического файла /
Pooblaščenec za pripravo tehnične dokumentacije / Oprávnený
na zostavenie súboru technickej dokumentácie / Auktoriserad att
kompilera den tekniska filen / Teknik DosyayıDerlemeye Yetkili
AriensCo
Great Haseley
Oxford
OX44 7PF UK
Signature – Podpis – Unterschrift
– Underskrift Firma – Allkiri –
Allekirjoitus – Signature – Potpis –
Firma – Parašas – Paraksts –
Handtekening – Signatur –
Podpis – Assinatura – Подпись –
Podpis – Namnteckning – Imza
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Date – Datum – Datum –
Dato – Fecha – Kuupäev –
Päivämäärä – Date – Data –
Datum – Data – Datums –
Datum – Dato – Data – Data
– дата – Datum – Dátum –
Datum – Tar i h
04688800G • 10/18

WELCOME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Register Your Product!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Practices & Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Required Operator Training . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Alert Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Signal Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Decals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . 12
Ignition Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Throttle Control Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Power-Take-Off (PTO) Knob . . . . . . . . . 13
Hour Meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Height-of-Cut Adjustment System . . . . . 13
Transport Lock Release Lever. . . . . . . . 14
Deck Lift Pedal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Seat Adjustment Lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS) . . 14
Parking Brake Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Safety Interlock System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Transaxle Bypass Levers. . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Anti-scalp Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Emergency Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Before Operating Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Position ROPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Start the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Operate Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Stop the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Move Unit Manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Transport Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Release transport lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Service Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Hour / Maintenance Meter . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Check Safety Interlock System . . . . . . . 20
Check Parking Brake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Check Engine Oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Check Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Check Fasteners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lubricate Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Check Mower Blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Battery Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Check Mower Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Check Hydraulic System . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . 25
Adjust Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjust Steering Levers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Adjust Unit to Drive Straight. . . . . . . . . . 26
Adjust Transaxles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Electrical Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replace Mower Belts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Replace Transaxle Drive Belt . . . . . . . . 30
Reverse Clutch Brake Plates. . . . . . . . . 32
Adjust Anti-Scalp Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Adjust Parking Brake Lever . . . . . . . . . . 32
Remove and Install Mower Deck . . . . . . 32
Level and Pitch Mower Deck . . . . . . . . . 34
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
STORAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Short-Term Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Start-of-Season Preparation . . . . . . . . . 38
ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
TABLE OF CONTENTS

EN - 1
WELCOME
Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Ariens family! Every machine in the
Ariens lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your
machine will be part of your family for many years to come.
Have Questions or Need Assistance?
www.ariens.com
A parts manual for your unit is available for free download
or purchase at www.ariens.com.
REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT!
It is extremely important to register your
product at time of purchase. Product
registration activates the warranty and
establishes a communication link from the
Ariens Company.
Locate the model and serial number decal on
your unit and register those numbers online at
ariens.com. See Figure 1 for decal location.
Be aware that the original selling dealer may
have already completed product registration
on behalf of the original purchaser.
Record model number here.
Record serial number here.
Figure 1
Model & Serial
Number Label
MANUALS
Before operating or servicing the unit, carefully
and completely read the manuals provided with
the unit. They contain safety instructions and
important information about unit controls.
The engine on this unit is covered by a
separate manual. Refer to the engine manual
for engine service recommendations. Contact
the engine manufacturer for a replacement
manual if necessary.
Your dealer must review important information
in this manual with you before or upon delivery
of the unit. It is your responsibility to read and
understand all safety precautions and
instructions in the manuals. If you do not
understand or have difficulty following the
instructions, contact your Ariens dealer for
assistance. To locate your nearest Ariens
dealer, go to www.ariens.com.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make
changes to, and add improvements upon its
products at any time without public notice or
obligation. The descriptions and specifications
contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described in this manual
may be optional. Some illustrations may not be
applicable to your unit.
Original Instructions.

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Read these safety rules and follow them
closely. Failure to follow these rules could
lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal
injury or death to you or bystanders, or result
in damage to property or the machine.
PRACTICES & LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions. Learn applicable rules and laws
in your area. Always follow the practices set
forth in this manual.
REQUIRED OPERATOR
TRAINING
Read and understand the
Operator's Manual and decals
on the unit. This information is
for your safety and the proper
use of your equipment.
Failure to follow these
instructions and warnings may cause death
or serious injury. If you have purchased this
product from an Ariens dealer, the dealer can
provide you with training.
Familiarize yourself and any other operators
with all controls and the safe use of the
features of this unit. If you loan, rent or sell
this product to others, provide them with all
manuals.
If you have any questions, please call our
customer support line at 920-756-4688 or
contact us at www.ariens.com. Do not use
this equipment if, after reading the Operator's
Manual and the on-board decals, you have
any questions about the safe use of this
product.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbol above and signal
words below are used on decals and in this
manual. Read and understand all safety
messages.
1. Danger
2. Warning
3. Caution
4. Notice
NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures
that are considered important but not hazard
related. If not avoided property damage could
result.
5. Important
IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference
information worthy of special attention.
SAFETY
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
This cutting machine is capable
of amputating body parts and
throwing objects. Failure to
observe the safety instructions
in the manuals and on decals
could result in serious injury or
death.
ALWAYS disengage blades,
stop unit and engine, remove
key, set parking brake and allow
moving parts to stop before
leaving operator’s position.
This is the safety alert symbol. It
means:
• ATTENTION!
• YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
• BECOME ALERT!
• OBEY THE MESSAGE!
DANGER: Indicates an
IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided,
WILL RESULT in death or
serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided,
COULD RESULT in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY
RESULT in minor or moderate in-
jury. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.

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SAFETY DECALS
The safety decals on your machine are visual
reminders of the important safety information
in this manual. All messages on your unit
must be fully understood and carefully
followed. Safety decals on the machine are
explained below.
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged safety
decals. Replacement decal part numbers are
found in the parts manual for your machine
and may be ordered from your dealer.
See Figure 2 for safety decal locations.
Safety Decal Locations
A
A
07800820
MAX. FILL
07800401
07800537
P
07800410
07800410
KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY
02988100
07800402
13
4
5
7
6
2
6
8
5
2
Figure 2

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Safety Decal Descriptions
1. DANGER!
Discharge Hazard -
NEVER operate unit
without discharge chute in
operating position. Thrown
objects can cause injury or
damage.
DO NOT operate mower
unless all guards are in
operating position or
bagger is attached.
2. DANGER!
Discharge Hazard - NEVER
direct discharge toward
people, pets or property.
Thrown objects can cause
injury or damage.
Keep children and others
away from unit while unit is
in operation.
Amputation Hazard -
NEVER stick hands or feet
under deck or shielded
areas.
Keep feet and hands away
from all rotating or moving
parts.
Shut off engine, remove key,
and read manual before
servicing or making
adjustments to unit.
DO NOT step or stand in
this area.
3. DANGER!
DANGER!
Read and understand the
operator’s manual before
operating unit.
3.1 Amputation Hazard
To avoid amputation hazard
DO NOT put hands near
rotating blades.
To avoid amputation hazard
DO NOT put hands near
moving belts.
Keep hands away from all
rotating or moving parts.
Keep all guards and shields
in place.
3.2 Discharge Hazard
Discharge Hazard - NEVER
direct discharge toward
people, pets or property.
Thrown objects can cause
injury or damage.
DO NOT operate mower
unless all guards are in
operating position or bagger
is attached.
Keep children and others
away from unit while unit is
in operation.

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3.3 Tipping Hazard
Avoid tipping hazard.
DO NOT operate on slopes
over 15°.
DO NOT operate on slopes
over 15°.
3.4 Service Hazard
Before servicing unit do the
following:
Read owners manual before
servicing or making
adjustments to unit.
Set parking brake.
Remove key and disconnect
spark plug before servicing
or making adjustments to
unit.
3.5 Bystander Hazard
DO NOT operate the unit in
the presence of bystanders.
DO NOT carry passengers.
15
15
P
Look behind when operating
the unit in reverse.
3.6 Loss of Traction Hazard
If loss of traction is
experienced do the
following:
Disengage PTO.
Proceed off slope slowly.
DO NOT try to turn or speed
up.
4. DANGER!
ALWAYS keep hands and
feet away from discharge
chute.
5. HOT PARTS!
DO NOT touch parts which
are hot from operation.
ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
6. ROTATING PARTS!
AVOID INJURY. Stay clear
of rotating parts.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety instructions are based
on the B71.1 specifications of the American
National Standards Institute and ISO 5395 in
effect at the time of production.
Safe Practices for Ride-On Mowers
If used improperly, this machine is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death. Use only for purposes
intended as set forth in the Operator's
Manual. Other use is improper and may
cause serious injury or death.
7. DANGER!
DANGER!
No smoking.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT
overfill. Fill fuel tank to
below bottom of filler neck.
WARNING: Overfilling may cause severe
damage to evaporative system!
• NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is
running, hot or unit is indoors. NEVER
overfill fuel tank.
• Replace fuel cap securely and clean up
spilled fuel.
8. DANGER!
To avoid amputation hazard
DO NOT put hands near
moving belts.
Keep hands away from all
rotating or moving parts.
MAX. FILL General Information
Read, understand, and follow instructions
and warnings in this manual and on the
machine, engine and attachments.
Only allow operators, who are responsible,
trained, familiar with the instructions, and
physically capable to operate the machine.
DO NOT carry passengers and keep people
or pets away from the mowing area.
DO NOT operate the machine while
physically or mentally impaired, feeling tired,
ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation
for wheel weights or counterweights.
DO NOT touch parts which are hot. Allow
parts to cool.
Preparation Before Operating
Inspect unit before each use for missing or
damaged decals and shields, correctly
operating safety interlock system, ROPS
and deterioration of grass catchers. Replace
or repair as needed.
Clear the operating area of all objects which
could be thrown by or interfere with
operation of the machine.
Keep the area of operation clear of all
bystanders, particularly small children. Stop
the machine and attachment(s) if anyone
enters the area
DO NOT operate the machine without the
entire grass catcher, discharge chute, or
other safety devices in place and functioning
properly. Check frequently for signs of
damage, wear or deterioration and replace
as needed.

EN - 7
NEVER tamper with safety devices. Check
their proper operation regularly. NEVER do
anything to interfere with the intended
function of a safety device or to reduce the
protection provided by the safety device.
Check parking brake operation frequently.
Adjust and service as required.
Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment such as safety glasses, hearing
protection, and substantial footwear. DO
NOT mow barefoot or while wearing
sandals.
Operating
Improper use of power equipment can cause
serious permanent injury or death to the
operator or a bystander. Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an emergency
• Braking and steering characteristics
• Turning radius and clearances
If the operator or the mechanic cannot read
the manual, it is the owner’s responsibility to
explain it to them.Manuals are available in
other languages at www.ariens.com.
Releasing the operator presence control
(OPC) handle stops engine and blade within
3 seconds. Check this feature frequently. If
feature fails to operate, disconnect spark
plug wire and have the unit inspected and
repaired by an authorized dealer before
using.
Only run the engine in well ventilated areas.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless deadly poison.
Only operate the machine in daylight or
good artificial light.
Avoid holes, ruts, bumps, rocks and other
hazards. Uneven terrain could overturn the
machine, or cause operator to lose their
balance, footing and/or control of the mower.
DO NOT put hands or feet near rotating
parts or under the machine. Keep clear of
the discharge opening at all times.
Avoid slippery surfaces. ALWAYS be sure of
your footing.
Stop engine before removing grass catcher
or unclogging chute.
DO NOT direct discharge material toward
anyone. Avoid discharging material against
a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet
back toward the operator. Stop the blade(s)
when crossing gravel surfaces. DO NOT
mow into roads or across sidewalks.
DO NOT leave a running machine
unattended. ALWAYS park on level ground,
disengage the attachment, set parking
brake, stop engine and remove key (if
applicable) before leaving the operator's
position.
DO NOT mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. ALWAYS look down and behind
before and while backing.
Lightning can cause severe injury or death.
If lightning is seen or thunder is heard in the
area, DO NOT operate the machine; seek
shelter.
If you strike a foreign object, stop and
inspect the machine. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting.
ALWAYS check overhead and side
clearances carefully before operation. Keep
in mind that your mower deck may be wider
than your track width.
Children Specific
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is
not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. NEVER assume
that children will remain where you last saw
them.
Keep children out of the operating area and
under the watchful care of a responsible
adult other than the operator.
Do not carry children, even with the blade(s)
shut off. Children could fall off and be
seriously injured or interfere with safe
machine operation. Children who have been
given rides in the past could suddenly
appear in the mowing area for another ride
and be run over or backed over.
DO NOT allow children under the age of 18
to operate any outdoor power equipment.
Slope Specific
Slopes are a major factor related to
accidents. Operation on slopes requires
extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope
DO NOT mow it. Use the parking brake for
emergency stops.
DO Not operate on slopes of more than 15°.

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Do not mow within 1.2 M (4 feet) of a drop
off. Do not mow within 1.2 M (4 feet) of a
pond or other waterway.
The primary hazard of slope operation is
loss of control and/or roll over.
Mow up and down slopes, NEVER across.
Exercise caution when changing direction
on slopes. Use caution while operating near
dropoffs.
Avoid mowing wet grass. Wet surfaces can
cause a loss of traction and control.
DO NOT operate machine under any
condition where traction, steering, or stability
is in question. Tires could slide even if the
wheels are stopped.
Always keep the machine in gear when
going down slopes. Do not coast downhill.
Avoid starting and stopping on slopes. Avoid
making sudden changes in speed or
direction. Make turns slowly and gradually.
Use extra care while operating machine with
a grass catcher or other attachment(s). They
can affect the stability of the machine.
Fire and Fuel Specific
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and
other sources of ignition.
Use only an approved fuel container.
DO NOT remove fuel cap or add fuel with
the engine running or while hot.
DO NOT refuel indoors or in enclosed
spaces.
DO NOT store the machine or fuel container,
or refuel, where there is an open flame,
spark, or pilot light such as on a water
heater or other appliance.
If fuel is spilled, DO NOT attempt to start the
engine and avoid creating any source of
ignition until fuel vapors have dissipated.
To help prevent fires: keep machine free of
grass, leaves, or other debris build up; clean
up oil or fuel spillage and remove any fuel
soaked debris; allow engine to cool before
storing.
Use extra care in handling gasoline and
other fuels. They are flammable and vapors
are explosive.
Hauling
Use a single full-width ramp for loading and
unloading a machine for transport. Secure
with appropriate straps.
Towing
Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation
for weight limits for towed equipment and
towing on slopes.
ROPS
The ROPS is an integral safety device. Do
not remove or alter the ROPS
Keep a folding ROPS in the raised and
locked position and use the seat belt when
operating the machine.
Lower a folding ROPS temporarily only
when absolutely necessary. Do not wear the
seat belt when folded down. There is no
rollover protection when a folding ROPS is
in the down position.
Frequently inspect the ROPS and the
seatbelt for damage. Replace a damaged
ROPS. Do not repair or alter
Service
Keep machine in good working order.
Replace worn or damaged parts.
Use caution when servicing blades. Wrap
the blade(s) or wear gloves. Replace
damaged blades. DO NOT repair or alter
blade(s).
Disconnect spark plug wire(s) and the
negative battery cable before making any
repairs.
Use only Ariens Company-recommended
attachments that are appropriate to your use
and can be used safely in your application.
The use of non-genuine replacement parts
or accessories could adversely affect
machine operation and safety.
DO NOT change engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.

EN - 9
1. Remove wrap and packaging materials
from unit.
2. Remove unit from shipping container.
See Move Unit Manually on page 17.
3. Remove hardware from negative (-)
battery cable, but DO NOT discard.
4. Secure negative (-) battery cable to
negative (-) battery terminal with
hardware removed in step 3.
5. Return seat to operating position. Ensure
seat latch is secure. See Figure 3.
6. Rotate ROPS to operating position and
secure with lock pins. Secure lock pins
with hairpins. See Figure 4.
7. Remove two bolts, two nuts, one washer
and one spacer from each side of
discharge chute bracket. See Figure 5.
ASSEMBLY
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the
Safety section before
proceeding.
Figure 3
Figure 4
1. Lock Pin
2. Hairpin
1
2
Figure 5

EN - 10
8. Rotate discharge chute 180 degrees. See
Figure 6.
9. Place the discharge chute in the
operating position. Ensure holes are
aligned. See Figure 7.
10. Reinstall original hardware on each side
of discharge chute assembly. Install
spacer in upper hole and washer in lower
hole between mounting brackets. See
Figure 8.
11. Remove two eccentric spacers, two
round head square neck bolts and two
locking nuts from hardware bag.
12. Rotate steering levers to operating
position and install eccentric spacer
between steering lever plates. Secure
with hardware. See Figure 9.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Figure 8
1. Washer
2. Spacer
1
2
Figure 9
1. Eccentric Spacer
2. Steering Lever
3. Steering Lever Plate
1
2
3

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13. Adjust steering levers. See Adjust
Steering Levers on page 25.
14. Check tire pressures and inflate to
recommendation. See Check Tire
Pressure on page 21. See Specifications
on page 39.
15. Make sure deck is level. See Level and
Pitch Mower Deck on page 34.
16. Ensure all hardware is tight.

EN - 12
1. Fuel Tank and Cap
2. Fuel Level Window
3. Oil Filter
4. Oil Drain
5. Engine Oil Dipstick
6. Air Filter
7. Ignition Key
8. Choke Control Knob
9. Throttle Control Lever
10. Power Take-off (PTO) Knob
11. Hour Meter
12. Height-of-Cut Adjustment System
13. Transport Lock Release Lever
14. Deck Lift Pedal
15. Rollover Protection Structure (ROPS)
16. Seat Adjustment Lever
17. Seat Latch
18. Parking Brake Lever
19. Belt Cover (3)
20. Steering Lever (2)
21. Discharge Chute
22. Anti-Scalp Wheel (6)
23. Transaxle Bypass Lever (2)
24. Battery (Under Seat)
25. Fuse Box
26. Hydraulic Oil Expansion Tank (2)
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Figure 10
21
15
17
23
9
16
1
14
12
13
18 20
10
11
7
8
25
26
17
4
3
5
622
19
2
24

EN - 13
See Figure 10 for all controls and features
locations.
IGNITION KEY
See Figure 11.
Controls power to the engine. The key cannot
be removed when in run position.
CHOKE CONTROL KNOB
See Figure 12.
Controls airflow to the engine.
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
See Figure 13.
Controls engine speed.
POWER-TAKE-OFF (PTO) KNOB
See Figure 14.
Controls power to mower blades. The engine
will not start with the PTO knob in the on
position.
HOUR METER
Displays the amount of time spent on
individual jobs, service alerts, and
recommended service intervals.
HEIGHT-OF-CUT ADJUSTMENT
SYSTEM
Sets the height of cut.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the
Safety section before
proceeding.
Figure 11
Off
Start
On
Figure 12
Choke On
Choke Off
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Blades will not immediately
stop after pushing PTO knob
down to off position.
C
Figure 13
Fast
Slow
Figure 14
Blades Off
Blades On

EN - 14
TRANSPORT LOCK RELEASE
LEVER
See Figure 15.
Releases deck from transport lock position.
DECK LIFT PEDAL
Raises mower deck to change height-of-cut
setting.
SEAT ADJUSTMENT LEVER
Unlocks seat to allow operator to move seat
forward or backward and then lock in desired
position.
ROLLOVER PROTECTION
STRUCTURE (ROPS)
Help protect operator that is wearing their
seatbelt in the event of a rollover. DO NOT
wear seatbelt when operating with ROPS in
the lowered position.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
See Figure 16.
Controls the parking brake. The engine will
not start with brake in the off position.
SAFETY INTERLOCK SYSTEM
Monitors the interaction of various unit
features for operator safety.
STEERING LEVERS
Control the direction and speed of unit. To
stop unit, return both steering levers to
neutral.
TRANSAXLE BYPASS LEVERS
Engage and disengage the transaxles so unit
may be moved with the engine off.
ANTI-SCALP WHEELS
Help prevent the deck from contacting the
ground and scalping the lawn when passing
over a high spot.
Figure 15
Brake Engaged (On)
Figure 16
Brake Released (Off)

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IMPORTANT: All references to left, right, front
or rear are given from the perspective of
operator in operator’s position, facing the
direction of forward travel.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
1. Move steering levers to neutral position.
2. Set parking brake.
3. Push PTO knob down to off position.
4. Turn ignition key to off position and
remove key.
BEFORE OPERATING UNIT
IMPORTANT: Register your product! See
Register Your Product! on page 1.
1. Check fuel level and add fuel if needed.
IMPORTANT: Use fresh unleaded fuel with
an octane rating of at least 87. DO NOT use
E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 /
E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum
recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens
recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in
all fuel. See Short-Term Storage on page 38.
2. Check engine oil level and add oil if
needed. Refer to engine manual.
3. Check condition of air cleaner. Refer to
engine manual.
4. Check function of the Safety Interlock
System by performing the tests in Check
Safety Interlock System on page 20.
Contact your Ariens dealer for repair if
any of the tests fail.
5. Set cutting height. See Figure 17.
a. Push mower lift pedal forward until
transport lock engages.
b. Insert adjustment pin through desired
setting in height-of-cut adjustment
system.
c. Push mower lift pedal slightly forward,
release transport lock and slowly
release pedal until it contacts
adjustment pin and stops.
POSITION ROPS
IMPORTANT: Inspect ROPS and seatbelt for
damage and loose or missing hardware.
Raise Center Bar
See Figure 18.
1. Remove hairpins from lock pins and
remove lock pins from hinge plate.
2. Raise center bar and secure with lock
pins and hairpins.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the
Safety section before
proceeding.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Seatbelt MUST be worn when
operating with center bar
raised.
Figure 17
1. Deck Lift Pedal
2. Height-of-Cut Adjustment System
1
2
Figure 18

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Lower Center Bar
See Figure 19.
1. Remove hairpins from lock pins and
remove lock pins from hinge plate.
2. Lower center bar and secure with lock
pins and hairpins.
IMPORTANT: Return center bar to the raised
position when clear of obstacles.
START THE ENGINE
1. Push PTO knob down to off position.
2. Move steering levers to neutral position.
3. Engage parking brake.
4. If engine is cold, pull choke knob up to on
position. If engine is warm or hot, turn
choke off.
5. Set throttle to slow speed.
6. Insert ignition key and turn to start
position. Release key when engine starts.
NOTICE: Do not operate the starter for more
than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine does
not start, allow a 60-second cool down period
between starting attempts.
7. If choke is on, wait a few seconds after
engine starts and then push choke knob
down to off position.
IMPORTANT: Make sure choke is completely
off. Engine will not run smoothly using partial
choke.
OPERATE UNIT
1. Release parking brake.
2. Set throttle to slow speed.
3. Pull PTO knob up to on position.
IMPORTANT: Never engage the PTO if the
mower is plugged with grass or other
material. This may cause damage to the
electric clutch.
4. Move throttle control lever to fast.
5. Move steering levers to begin mowing.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Lower the center bar only
when needed to drive under
an object. There is no rollover
protection with the center bar
in the lowered position. DO
NOT wear seatbelt when
ROPS is in lowered position.
Figure 19
Lowered Position With
Bagger Installed
Lowered Position With
No Bagger Installed
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Move the steering levers
slowly and keep the throttle at
slow speed until you learn how
to operate the unit.