Ariens 911134 - LM21SW - Manual (Page 12)

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Speed Control (self-propelled
models)
Speed control rod changes the mower’s
forward travel speeds.
High –Push rod all the way
forward.
Low –Pull rod all the way
rearward.
Start mowing slowly and use speed control
rod to gradually increase speed to a safe,
comfortable walking pace.
Speed control rod should hold the desired
speed. If not, adjust speed control bell crank.
(See SPEED CONTROL BELL CRANK (self-
propelled models) on page 21.)
Wheel Drive Control (self-propelled
models)
NOTE: Engine must be running for wheel
drive to propel unit.
To drive forward:
Slowly squeeze and hold wheel drive control
against handlebar.
To stop:
Release wheel drive control.
Swivel Wheel Lock (911134)
To hold wheel straight:
1. Push swivel wheel lock forward.
2. Push unit forward until wheel locks in
place.
To allow wheel to swivel:
1. Pull swivel wheel lock back.
Fuel Shutoff Valve (911102, 141)
IMPORTANT: The fuel shutoff valve MUST
be in the closed position prior to transporting
the unit.
Open the fuel shutoff valve to operate the
unit. Close the fuel shutoff valve when
storing, transporting or servicing the unit.
911102
Fuel shutoff valve
open.
Fuel shutoff valve
closed.
CAUTION: Unit will move forward
at engine start if wheel drive
control is engaged. ALWAYS
release wheel drive control before
starting unit.
OM0480
STOP GO
OM1240
CAUTION: Avoid loss of control.
Lock swivel wheels when mowing
on a slope or hill. Do not mow on
steep slopes.
Lock - Wheel
Held Straight
Unlock - Wheel
Swivels
OM1700