Ariens 927 Series - Manual (Page 6)

Dealer Preparation for Operation
Wheel Brakes
Wheel brakes are properly adjusted at factory.
Test brakes after riding mower is assembled to
be sure adjustment has not been disturbed in
shipment.
Belt Adjustment
Mower belt tends to “seat-in” during first few
hours of operation. Ariens recommends ad­
justment of belt tension after first five hours of
operation. (No adjustment required on 32”
mowers.)
Engine
IMPORTANT: Engine is Shipped without oil in
crankcase. Refer to instructions in Lubrication
and Maintenance Section to fill.
Check the safety interlock system to make
sure that it js functioning properly. With
operator on seat, tractor must not start unless
Speed Selector is in neutral (N) and Mower
Clutch is disengaged (OUT). Engine MUST stop
if operator leaves seat when Speed Selector is
in any drive position or with Mower Clutch
engaged (IN). Rpfer to Repair Manual for ad­
justment or correction of improper interlock
function.
Registration
Complete Riding Mower Warranty Registration
Form and mail original copy to Ariens Com­
pany.
Warranty is registered under model and serial
number found on plate attached to frame near
engine.
Tire Pressure
Rotary mower v/as shipped with tires over in­
flated to ensure seating of bead. Reduce tire
pressure to 12 PSI before operating unit.
Delivery
Using the Owner’s Manual instruct the
customer on controls and operation of unit.
Emphasize safety and discuss the Safety
Precautions.
Battery (electric start models)
Battery is shipped without electrolyte. After
removing battery from tractor, fill each cell
with electrolyte to level indicator. Instructions
for battery, removal and charging are in
Lubrication and Maintenance section of this
manual.
IMPORTANT: Remind customer to change oil in
engine crankcase after first two (2) hours of
operation.
Explain recommended
maintenance of unit.
lubrication and
Advise customer on adjustments, demonstrate
how to mount and dismount mower.
Safety Interlock System
DANGER: Failure of interlock, together
with improper operation of unit, could
result In severe personal injury.
Explain Ariens Company, Limited Warranty
Policy, fill out Original Purchaser Registration
Card, Parts and Repair Manuals order form and
return to Ariens Company. Place Model and
Serial Number on page (1) of this manual.
Give customer his Owner’s Manual ahd engine
manufacturer instructions. Advise him to
thoroughly read and understand them.