Ariens 911086 - LM21 - Manual (Page 9)

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 1 for locations.
Engine/Blade Control
The engine/blade control must be held against
the handlebar to start the engine and blade.
Releasing the control during operation stops
the engine and blade.
Handlebar
Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable
height. Refer to Service and Adjustments for
instructions.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Standard Models
To change cutting height, move cutting height
levers one notch at a time on each wheel to
set desired height (Figure 6).
NOTE: Each wheel on mower must be set at
the same height for a level cut.
OM0300
1. Speed Control Rod
2. Hair Pin
3. Speed Control Bell Crank
1
2
3
Figure 5
OPERATION
WARNING: Improper operation can
lead to injury. Learn what the
controls do and how they work.
Thoroughly read and understand
entire Operator Manual.
CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
CAUTION: Check function of
Engine/Blade Control regularly.
Improper function of control could
cause injury.
STOP START and RUN
OM1230
DANGER: Avoid injury from rotating
blade.
ALWAYS shut off engine before
adjusting cutting height.
CAUTION: On self-propelled
models, both rear wheels must be
set at same height or traction drive
may not work properly.