Ariens 911086 - LM21 - Manual (Page 10)

GB - 11
OPTIONAL CONTROLS
Primer Bulb
Push the primer bulb in to add fuel for easier
engine start.
Speed Control
(self-propelled models)
Speed control rod changes the mower’s
forward travel speeds.
High –Push lever all the way
forward.
Low –Pull lever 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 Service and Adjustments).
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.
1. Cutting Height Lever
Rear Front
High Low
Low High
Figure 6
1
1
OM0165
Cutting Height Settings Chart
Notch Cut grass length
LOW 1" (25 mm)
2 1-3/8" (35 mm)
3 1-3/4" (45 mm)
4 2-1/4" (57 mm)
5 2-3/4" (70 mm)
HIGH 3-1/4" (83 mm)
OM0480
CAUTION: Unit will move forward at
engine start if wheel drive control is
engaged. ALWAYS release wheel
drive control before starting unit.
STOP GO
OM1240