Ariens 911 - Manual (Page 6)

Safety Precautions (Continued)
Mow across face of slopes, never up and down. Be
especially cautious when changing direction on
slopes. DO NOT mow steep slopes.
Engine/Blade Control feature on mower will cause
engine and blade to stop whenever operator releases
control on handlebar. If feature fails to operate,
disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have it
repaired before using unit.
Stop engine, wait for moving parts to stop, remove
ignition wire and secure away from spark plug before
attempting to; unclog discharge chute, when making
any repairs, adjustments, inspections or cleaning
unit.
DO NOT touch equipment parts which might be hot
from operation. Before attempting to maintain, adjust
or service allow such parts to cool.
If equipment vibrates abnormally, stop engine at
once, wait for moving parts to stop and remove wire
from spark plug. Abnormal vibration is a warning of
trouble. Repair any damage before restarting unit.
(See your Ariens Dealer.)
After striking a foreign object, stop engine, wait for
moving parts to stop and remove wire from spark
plug. Thoroughly inspect unit for any damage and
repair damage before restarting and operating unit.
Take all possible precautions when leaving unit
unattended. Remove and keep wire away from spark
plug to prevent accidental starting or unauthorized
use. (On electric start units, remove key or unplug
battery.)
Maintenance and Storage
Use only attachment or replacement parts designed
for your unit. See your Ariens Dealer.
DO NOT change engine governor setting or over
speed engine.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight and be sure
equipment is in safe working condition. Check all
hardware at regular intervals.
Check grass bag for wear and/or deterioration.
Replace only with Ariens original equipment
replacement part for safety.
Before tipping mower to work or clean underside.
Disconnect ignition wire and secure away from spark
plug. Follow instructions in Lubrication and
Maintenance Section of this manual.
To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep
equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or excessive
lubricants.
Worn out mufflers are more than just a noise
nuisance and should be replaced immediately.
Continued use could result in fire or explosion.
Follow engine manufacturers safety instructions
when servicing engine.
NEVER store equipment with gasoline in tank inside
a building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Refer to Storage Section of this Owner’s Manual for
important instructions if unit is to be stored for
extended periods.
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