Ariens 911111 - SSP 21LM Manual Do Utilizador

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Ariens Dealers will provide any service, parts 
or adjustments which may be required to 
keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. 
Should engine require service, contact an 
Ariens Dealer or an authorized engine 
manufacturer's service center.

NOTE: Some working conditions (heavy 
loads, high ambient temperatures, dusty 
conditions, or airborne debris) may require 
more frequent service.
See engine manual for further maintenance 
and troubleshooting information.

After first 5 Hours of operation.

The engine and blade must stop within 3 
seconds after releasing the control. If the 
engine and blade continue to run, adjust or 
repair control immediately. 

The unit must stop quickly and completely 
when the control is released. Adjust or repair 
if necessary. See WHEEL DRIVE CONTROL 
ADJUSTMENT (self-propelled models) on 
page 22.

Check grass bag frequently for wear or 
deterioration. Replace worn or damaged bag 
with Ariens original equipment replacement 
bag only.

Before each use clean unit, muffler and 
engine surfaces of debris, oil or fuel spills to 
ensure proper cooling and prevent fires.

IMPORTANT:  Maintain proper oil level at all 
times or engine damage will result.

Check the level of the engine crankcase oil 
before each use.

Make sure engine is level when checking oil. 
See engine manual for instructions.

See Figure 14.

Check blade mounting: blade must be secure 
and bolt torqued to 37.5 - 50 lbf-ft 
(51-68 N•m) (bolt should fully compress lock 
washer).

Check blade for nicks and dull cutting edges. 
Sharpen if necessary.
Check blade for rounded or broken ends, 
thinned metal or other damage. Replace if 
necessary.

NOTE: Blades should be sharpened and 
balanced professionally. Contact your Ariens 
Dealer.
To remove blade:

1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to 

stop, and disconnect spark plug wire.

2. Block blade to prevent rotation.
3. Remove bolt, lock washer, flat washer 

and blade from shaft.

To install blade: 

1. Replace blade, flat washer, lock washer 

and bolt on shaft.

2. Torque bolt to 37.5 - 50 lbf-ft 

(51-68 N•m) (bolt should fully compress 
lock washer).

3. Connect spark plug wire.

CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read 
and understand the entire Safety 
section before proceeding.

Service Performed

Before 

Each 

Use

25

100

Check Engine/Blade 
Control

•

Check Wheel Drive 
Control

•

Check Grass Bag

•

Clean Unit

•

Check Engine Oil

•

Check Mower Blade

•

Check Drive Belt

•

Check Fasteners

•

Check Air Cleaner

•

Change Engine Oil

•

General Lubrication

•

Check Spark Plug

•

Check Engine 
Cooling

•

Check Muffler

•