Ariens 911 - Manual (Page 12)

Operation (Continued)
Primer
To start a cold engine, push Primer bulb three
times.
Throttle
For engines with a choke, place throttle control in
the choke position. Once the engine has started,
place throttle in the high speed detent.
NOTE: It is not necessary to prime or choke a warm
engine.
Engine/Blade Control
The engine is equipped with a switch, that stops
the engine ignition, and a brake, that stops the
engine (blade), within 3 seconds after the
operator releases the Engine Control. The
Engine Control must be held against the
handlebar in order to start the engine as well as
during mowing operations to keep the engine
running. Releasing the control during operation
stops the engine and blade.
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CAUTION: Function of Engine/Blade
Control should be checked regularly
per instructions in Adjustments Section
of this manual. Improper function of
control could contribute to operator or
bystander injury.
Rewind starter
Grasp Rewind Starter handle and pull rope out
slowly until it pulls harder (this is the compression
stroke) and let rope rewind slowly. Then pull rope
with rapid continuous full arm stroke to start
engine and allow rope to rewind slowly.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let starter rope snap back
against bracket.
Repeat above instructions until engine starts. (Refer
to engine manufacturer’s instructions.)
NOTE: Start engine (blade) on a hard level surface
that is free of debris. To start on lawn, push down on
handlebar to allow blade to rotate above grass.
Electric Start
On electric start models, turn the key with the
Engine Control held against the handlebar.
(Recoil may be used to start the engine. The key
must be in the on position.)
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Wheel Drive Control (self-propelled models)
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CAUTION: Holding Wheel Drive Control
of
self-propelled models against
handlebar, when attempting to start
mower, will propel mower forward.
On self-propelled models, with engine running,
slowly squeeze and hold Wheel Drive Control
against handlebar to propel mower forward.
Release Wheel Drive Control to stop forward
motion.
Speed Selector (self-propelled models)
Speed Selector is used to select variable forward
travel speeds of mower.
Lowest speed is when Speed Selector is pulled all
the way to rear and highest speed is provided when it
is pushed all the way forward.
With Speed Selector set at a slow travel speed and
engine running, engage Wheel Drive Control, then
increase speed with Speed Selector to a safe
comfortable walking pace. Once speed has been
selected. Speed Selector should remain in this
position, if not, adjust speed control bell crank spring
tension per instructions in Adjustments Section.
Stopping
Release control, and allow engine to cool. On
electric start models turn key to off position after
releasing controls
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Operating Tips
mower and/or affects performance.
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CAUTION: Remove wire from spark
plug to prevent accidental starting or
unauthorized use of mower.
The following tips will help you to mow safely,
achieve maximum performance from your mower and
maintain the appearance of your lawn.
When Bagging, be sure to release Engine/Blade
Control before attempting to remove and empty grass
bag. Empty bag before it becomes overloaded, clogs
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