Ariens 985119 Manual Do Utilizador

 

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The throttle lever is used to control the engine 
speed. To increase the engine speed, move 
the lever up to the “FAST” position. To 
decrease the engine speed, move the lever 
down to the “SLOW” position.

 

The choke control is used to choke a cold 
engine for starting. The choke control is 
located on the instrument panel. On 8.5HP, 
12HP and 13.5HP tractors, push the choke 

lever up to the “ON” position to choke the engine. On all 
other tractors, pull the choke control knob out to the “ON” 
position to choke the engine. 

The PTO control is used to connect or 
disconnect the engine power to an 
attachment. The forward position is “OFF”; 
the rearward position is “ON”.

The ignition switch is used to start (electric 
start models) and stop the engine.

The hourmeter shows total time which the ignition switch 
has been in the “ON” position.

Electric start models have a fuse to protect the electrical 
system.

The kick stand is used to hold the tractor level when there 
is no attachment on the tractor. The kick stand must be in 
the raised position when moving the tractor.

On tractors with steering brakes, the brake handlebar is 
used to steer the tractor. Swing the brake handlebar left 
for a right turn or right for a left turn.

The parking brake is used to hold the tractor in position 
when not in use.

Add fuel to the fuel tank as needed. See engine manual 
for the correct type and grade of fuel.

1. Put the unit in an open area. 

2. Stop the engine and lock the brake. 

3. Clean the fuel cap and the area around the fuel cap 

to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank.

4. Remove the cap from the fuel tank. 

5. Fill the fuel tank. Be careful not to spill the fuel. 

6. Install the cap on the fuel tank and tighten. 

7. Clean up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.

1. Turn the ignition key to "Off". 

2. Move the HI/LO to the “NEUTRAL” position and the 

PTO control to the “OFF” position. 

3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the 

operator’s position.

1. Check each item in "Before Each Use" in the  

Maintenance Schedule.

2. Move the direction control lever to the “NEUTRAL” 

position.

3. Ensure the PTO control is in the “OFF” position and 

the gear shift lever is in the “NEUTRAL” position.

4. Put the key in the ignition switch and turn it to the 

“ON” position.

5. If the engine is cold, apply the choke. See Engine 

Manual for detailed instructions. 

6. Set the throttle to the proper starting position. After 

the engine starts, adjust the choke as needed.

7. Pull the starter handle out until compression is felt 

in the engine. Then pull with one swift continuous 
motion. Hold the starter handle to allow a slow 
rewind of the rope.

8. If the engine does not start after six pulls of the 

starter, see Troubleshooting.

1. Check each item in "Before Each Use" in the  

Maintenance Schedule.

2. Move the direction control lever to the “NEUTRAL” 

position.

WARNING: Never move the range shift 
handle while on a slope or while the tractor 
is moving. Move the handle only when the 
tractor is on level ground and stopped 
(except for rocking to engage the clutch as 
described above).

WARNING: Use caution with fuel.  Fuel is 
very flammable. Keep fuel in a clean and 
tight container. Keep fuel away from fire or 
heat. Never put fuel in the fuel tank while 
the engine is running or hot. Clean up any 
spilled fuel before starting the engine.