Ariens 961460005 Manual Do Utilizador

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Safe ty Rules ...........................................2-4
Prod uct Spec i fi ca tions ..............................4
Assembly / Pre-Operation .........................5
Op er a tion ...............................................6-9
Maintenance Sched ule ...........................10
Maintenance .......................................10-13
Ser vice and Ad just ments ...................13-14
Stor age ...............................................14-15
Trou ble shoot ing .................................16-17
Re pair Parts ........................................34-37
Warranty .............................................38-41
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT:  This cutting machine is 
capable of amputating hands and feet and 
throwing objects. Failure to observe the 
following safety instructions could result in 
serious injury or death.
 Look for this symbol to point out im por-
 tant safety precautions. It means
CAU TION!!!   BECOME ALERT!!!
YOUR SAFE TY IS INVOLVED.
  WARNING:  In order to prevent ac ci-
 den tal starting when setting up, trans port-
 ing, ad just ing or making repairs, always 
dis con nect spark plug wire and place wire 
where it can not come in contact with plug. 
 WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its 
constituents,  and  certain  vehicle  com po-
 nents contain or emit chem i cals known to 
the State of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and 
birth defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm.
 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and 
related accessories contain lead and lead 
compounds, chemicals known to the State 
of Cal i for nia to cause can cer and birth 
defects or oth er re pro duc tive harm. Wash 
hands after handling.
  CAUTION:  Muffler and other engine 
parts become extremely hot during 
operation and remain hot after engine 
has stopped. To avoid severe burns on 
contact, stay away from these areas.
I. GENERAL OPERATION
•  Read, understand, and follow all 
in struc tions on the machine and in the 
manual(s) before starting. Be thor ough ly 
familiar with the controls and the proper 
use of the machine before starting.
•  Do not put hands or feet near or under 
rotating parts. Keep clear of the dis-
 charge opening at all times.
•  Only allow responsible individuals, who 
are familiar with the in struc tions, to 
operate the machine.
•  Clear the area of objects such as rocks, 
toys, wire, bones, sticks, etc., which 
could be picked up and thrown by 
blade.
•  Be sure the area is clear of other people 
before mowing. Stop ma chine if anyone 
enters the area.
•  Do not operate the mower when bare-
 foot or wearing open sandals. Al ways 
wear substantial foot wear.
•  Do not pull mower backwards unless 
absolutely nec es sary. Always look down 
and behind before and while moving 
backwards.
•  Never direct discharged material toward 
anyone.  Avoid discharging material 
against a wall or obstruction.  Material 
may richochet back toward the operator.  
Stop the blade when crossing gravel 
surfaces.
•  Do not operate the mower without  
proper guards, plates, grass catcher or 
oth er safety protective devices in place.
•  See manufacturer’s instructions for 
proper operation and installation of 
accessories. Only use accessories ap-
proved by the manufacturer.
•  Stop the blade(s) when crossing grav el 
drives, walks, or roads.
•  Stop the engine (motor) whenever you 
leave the equip ment, before clean ing 
the mower or unclogging the chute.
•  Shut the engine (motor) off and wait 
until the blade comes to complete stop 
before removing grass catcher.