Ariens 927 Series - Manual (Page 8)

Operation
PRE-STARTING
Check that engine crankcase oil is at proper
levei using dipstick. Fill or change per instruc­
tions in Lubrication and Maintenance Section.
A CAUTION: Make sure all hardware is
tight, alt safety devices in place and all
adjustments made correctly.
Check air filter for dirt. Clean as required.
Refer to Lubrication and Maintenance Section.
Fuel
A WARNING: Gasoline is highly flam­
mable and must be handled with care.
Never fill tank when the engine is run­
ning or hot from operation, allow
engine to cool several minutes before
removing fuel cap, DO NOT allow open
flame, matches or smoking in area. DO
NOT over fill. Wipe up any spills and
allow all vapors to dissipate before
starting engine. Use approved (RED)
gasoline container.
NOTE: To prevent foreign particles from enter­
ing tank while filling; wipe dust, dirt and debris
from around cap before removing it.
Check fuel supply. Fill gasoline tanl^ with clean,
fresh low lead or lead free gasoline (leaded if
unleaded is unavailable). DO NOT use premium,
gasahol or mix gasoline with oil. Use of lead
free
gasoline produces fewer combustion
deposits.
NOTE: Check interlock system before each
day’s usage.
DANGER: Failure of interlock, together
with improper operation of unit, could
result in severe personal Injury.
STARTING
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to start your
engine at this time. Thoroughly read and
understand entire Operator’s Manual
before starting engine.
NOTE: Try out controls without running engine
to see how they work and what they do.
Engine will not start unless Speed Selector is
in neutral (N) and Mower Clutch Lever is ^
disengaged (OUT). (On electric start models,
engine will crank but will not start.)
On electric start models, depress both Brake
and Clutch Pedals when starting engine.
Throttle
Move Throttle Lever to Choke position to start
a cold engine. When engine has warmed up,
move lever to Fast position. (It should not be
necessary to use choke when starting a warm
engine.)
Seat
Be sure all controls can be reached safely from
operator’s position. To move seat, loosen four
bolts under seat, move seat to desired posi­
tion, and tighten bolts.
The seat interlock switch is actuated by the
operator's weight, if operator leaves seat when
Speed Selector is not in neutral (N) or Mower
Clutch is engaged (IN) engine must shut off or
interlock circuit is defective.
A CAUTION: Idle speed of engine and top
governed engine speed are factory ad­
justed. DO NOT change engine governor
setting or over speed engine.
Throttle Lever controls engine speed (to increase
push up and to decrease pull down).
Mower should be operated at full throttle unless
otherwise specified in Owner’s Manual. Select
desired travel speeds with Speed Selector.